Microsoft will be dropping two new cams called the VX-5000 and VX-500 LifeCams. Both cams feature VGA resolution and go well with Windows Live Messenger. Microsoft is also releasing a headset called the LifeChat LX-2000. The VX-5000 will be available in June for $49.95 and the VX-500 and LX-2000 will hit shelves this month for $16.95 and $29.95. [Microsoft]

Vado Pocket Video Cam, similar to Pure Digital’s Flip Video cheapcorder. It features a YouTube friendly 640 x 480 resolution, 2GB of built-in memory, a 2-inch display, a flip-out USB connector, and two hours of battery life on a charge. The Vado Video cam is going for $100 in either silver or hot pink. [Engadget]

DXG will be launching a new camcorder called the 569V. It can shoot 1280 x 720 video at 30 fps, captures 5 megapixel still photos and has a 3-inch foldout LCD for a low price of $169. I guess DXG is the way to go if you want both a bargain and quality. [Engadget]

BenQ will be launching 3 new digital cameras. The first one is the E800 which is an 8-megapixel shooter, featuring a 3x optical zoom, a 2.7-inch LCD, ISO settings up to 1600, and face-tracking and smile-catching features. The C850 and C750 both come with leather-wrapped handles with all the same specs with the C750 having only seven megapixels. No word on prices. But the C850 and C750 will be in Europe and the Asia Pacific region this month while the E800 will be dropping worldwide the end of May. [Engadget]

Ricoh will dropping another camera called the G600. This 10-megapixel cam features a 2.7-inch LCD, 28-140mm wide-zoom lens, 5x optical zoom, USB connectivity, ISO 3200 capability and a shock-resistant feature that also repels dust and water. You even get an accessory shoe for an external flash. Unfortunately all these features add up to about £349.99 ($693) and will be available in May. [Engadget]