How is it with recording vocals?

I'd never use one for vocals in a studio environment. Use a large diaphragm condenser (LDC - requires 48v phantom power) for vocals. Someone said the 57 and 58 are the same, this is NOT true. The capsules are different with the 58 being a GREAT choice for LIVE vocals. The 57 is an earlier design and was more of a jack of all trades mic. Studio recording (no matter where it is isolation booth or bedroom) is about capturing the cleanest signal possible, that really requires a LDC mic where vocals are concerned. One exception is metal vocals, in that case the SM7B LDD (Large Diaphragm Dynamic - no phantom power) is the better choice. Dynamic mics can take higher SPL than condensers.

What is the difference in this SM57-LC and the SM57? I can't seem to find what the LC is about.

The LC stands for "Less Cable." As in it doesn't come with a cable. Shure used to sell a model that did come with a cable. As Raffael's link pointed out, they no longer sell the one with the cable. The microphones themselves, however, were exactly the same. So there's NO difference between an SM57-LC and SM57.

can it be attached to a video camera with a cable?

The Shure 57 has a standard balanced audio XLR connector. You will need an adaptor or cable that converts XLR to the type of connector on your video camera. Shouldn't be a problem to find one. Other than that, its suitability will depend on your use. If you are using it "off camera" and reasonably close to your subject, it should be great. If you are mounting it on the camera somehow, be aware that it is not a highly directional microphone and you'll be recording most sounds in front of the camera. Good Luck.

Special features	The Shure SM57 unidirectional dynamic microphone is exceptional for musical instrument pickup or for vocals. With its bright, clean sound and carefully contoured presence rise, the SM57 is ideal for live sound reinforcement and recording. It has an extremely effective cardioid pickup pattern which isolates the main sound source while minimizing background noise. In the studio, it is excellent for recording drums, guitar, and woodwinds. For musical instruments or vocals, the SM57 is a consistent
Compatible devices	Audio interfaces, mixing consoles, digital recorders, some amplifiers and mixers
Colour	Black
Included components	Swivel Adapter A25D - Storage Bag 26A13.
Polar pattern	Unidirectional
Item weight	10 Ounces
Impedance	150 Ohm
Microphone form factor	Handheld
Item dimensions L x W x H	15.7 x 3.2 x 3.2 centimeters
Power source	Corded Electric
Material	Plastic
Signal-to-noise ratio	78 dB
Hardware platform	Karaoke Machine
Number of channels	1
Frequency range	50 hz 15 khz
Frequency response	15000 Hz
Noise level	78 dB
Global Trade Identification Number	00042406051316
Manufacturer	Shure Incorporated
Item Weight	283 g
Product Dimensions	15.72 x 3.18 x 3.18 cm; 283.5 g
Item model number	SM57-LC
Color Name	Black
Material Type	Plastic
Country Produced In	mexico
Color Screen	No
Voltage	1 Volts

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