Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000

Worked with Skype the moment I plugged it into the USB port. That's under Linux (Ubuntu 8.10 Intrepid Ibex), mind you -- apparently the uvcvideo driver it requires was part of the standard install as this is my first ever webcam. Now getting the HD resolutions and frame rates is more of an exercise (google for CaptureWidth/CaptureHeight and uvcdynctrl). I am currently seeing 960x720 with very decent optical quality and backlight processing but the frame rates are somewhat lagging. This may well be an issue with Skype itself or with the driver though. Overall the hardware shines but it would be nice to have a graphical utility for quick control tweaks. I won't be holding my breath for one :)

This little guy is physically built sturdy. What I mean by that is, it has heft to it. It is not flimsy. It sits on top of my Dell Flat Panel monitor just fine.

I know some are worried about motion being blurry, and it can be, I'll be honest. But so can any video in the right lighting. It is only a 2 megapixel camera, lighting is a must. The Right Light thing works, but the frame rate slows when it is in use, making motion more blurry. Just turn on another light--in front of you, and I think you'll be fine.

Others have had trouble getting it to work with Skype. I am using this camera on a Vista machine and at first Skype just displayed a screen that was blue, NOT the Blue Screen of Death, but no image, nonetheless. You need to go in to the settings tab in Skype and choose Default Video Device, and it should pick it up--do not choose the name of the camera, it doesn't work that way some how.

Overall, I'm pleased. Try to find the right price though, I paid $74 here on Amazon in Nov. '08 and got free super saver shipping. It arrived in about two business days, not counting Veteran's Day. Amazon has been very fast at shipping to the DC area recently.

it is an excellet web camera, good picture resolution with clear details. i advice everyone looking for a good web camera regardless its price to buy this camera.

Our new web camera is bringing our adopted grand-daughter to us every week. We see her in action.(One year old and beginning to walk,she moves about, babbles and plays for our enjoyment.) We can see and hear her it all! Since she lives in LA we cannot visit very often. This product is making all the difference in our communication. The picture and sound are wonderful. Even though we are not computer savvy we were able to install the device and access Skype with a little help from our son-in-law. The pleasure it is affording us can't be exaggerated! All grand-parents who live at a distance from their children should have one!

Easy to install. Just make sure you have a open USB port, or if not, get a USB hub. Absolutely excellent picture quality. Adjusts very well for the room light level. Very sharp picture due to the superior lens. A terrific value for the money.