Looking for something around $50? I used to own the Logitech Pro 3000 ($100 at the time) and that was superb, but it broke and I don't want to shell out another $100 again for the Pro 4000. At first I bought the Logitech Webcam Messenger ($50) thinking Logitech is better than other brands, but when I tested it the image quality is really bad. Even with intense lighting, the image was greenish and very grainy, not to mention ghosting when I moved around. I returned it and bought the Creative Webcam NX Pro and found out that it is far superior to the Logitech Messenger. NX Pro has a much better image quality. There is still a bit of ghosting, but the color is very good. For $50 I have no complaint about the quality of this webcam. It does pick up ambient noises, but it's very tolerable. The only complaint is the base. It takes some effort putting the webcam on top of the LCD, but it does sit on top of my LCD. If you want to set it on top of a desk there's no trouble there. The wire does tug on the webcam a bit, but once it's set up, it shouldn't present a problem. A very nice webcam for under $50.

Video enthusiasts, get ready. Logitech's new QuickCam Pro 4000 was made just for you. Combining a digital zoom, built-in microphone, and high-quality VGA CCD sensor, the QuickCam Pro 4000 lets you express your creativity like a pro.

Now you can create amazing videos and shoot 1.3-megapixel still photos with ease. Or add live video to Yahoo! Messenger, MSN Messenger, and AIM while you chat. You can also make live video calls, set up a video monitoring system, or send photos and video with your e-mail. Enhance the way you communicate and animate your life.

The QuickCam Pro 4000 is compatible with Windows 98, 2000, Me, and XP, and Mac OS 9.04 and 9.1