Webcam questions

Amanda · 05-05-2007, 07:03 PM

Nick was in Dublin this morning and we were IM-ing. We IM a lot when he is away since Int'l phone rates are a little too expensive. He brought up the webcam idea. We've talked about it in the past but now I think we want to invest in them so we can see each other while he's out of the country.

If you have a webcam, what should I look for? I don't want the picture to be too grainy or there to be too much delay Any brands I should look for? Any help is appreciated! I'm checking eBay b/c the prices are great, but I don't know exactly what I should be buying.

BTW I know we had a thread on this a month back (I did a search) but nobody ever gave the technical info!

Thanks!

Eastbayk · 05-05-2007, 08:27 PM

WE have one from Creative Labs, I think the model is VF0050. That's what the back says. I like it, it's about 2 years old. The picture is good and it has a clip thing to clip it to a flat panel screen (as opposed to having to balance it or use some kind of sticky tape. As far as speed, you'll want to make sure you have a fast internet connection b/c that's what makes it possible. Dial up will make it slower to send/receive the data stream.

I've never personally shopped for one but I think the things to look for are:
how does it stick to your computer?
does it have a zoom in/out feature (makes it easier to focus as opposed to having to move the camera)?
what are the light requirements?
how many pixels?- more is better, but more is also expensive
does it also capture still pics?- what if you want to create a pic of your great smile...

Kim

Chi829 · 05-05-2007, 09:15 PM

Hubby and I both got new laptops back in Jan and when we did we also got webcams. Needless to say his is still in the box. We got ours at best buy for 99.00 neach and they are from logitech. I set mine up and the pic is very clear!

laralen02 · 05-05-2007, 09:19 PM

Mine came with the computer my grandpa handed down to me when I went to college about 5 years ago. It says "intel" on it, but that's all I know. It's probably about 6-7 years old. It's a GREAT camera, looks good with any light, never pixelated, can zoom in and out. Never been unhappy with it.

Kristie · 05-06-2007, 07:03 PM

we used to use logitech quickcams when we used to cam the cats at home...that as fun!

they were good and easy to use. i haven't looked at cams in at least 2-3 yrs now and the new macs come with cams now.

05-05-2007, 07:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
Amanda Jetgirls Plus Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PHL suburbs Posts: 2,193 Recipes: Thanks: 12 Thanked 12 Times in 12 Posts	Webcam questions Nick was in Dublin this morning and we were IM-ing. We IM a lot when he is away since Int'l phone rates are a little too expensive. He brought up the webcam idea. We've talked about it in the past but now I think we want to invest in them so we can see each other while he's out of the country. If you have a webcam, what should I look for? I don't want the picture to be too grainy or there to be too much delay Any brands I should look for? Any help is appreciated! I'm checking eBay b/c the prices are great, but I don't know exactly what I should be buying. BTW I know we had a thread on this a month back (I did a search) but nobody ever gave the technical info! Thanks! __________________ Amanda Loving wife of Nick, an Int'l FO for Continental flying the 757/767 based in EWR! We're expecting baby #1 on May 30, 2009! Last edited by Amanda; 05-05-2007 at 07:10 PM. Reason: add more

05-05-2007, 08:27 PM	#2 (permalink)
Eastbayk Jetgirls Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 406 Recipes: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Webcam questions WE have one from Creative Labs, I think the model is VF0050. That's what the back says. I like it, it's about 2 years old. The picture is good and it has a clip thing to clip it to a flat panel screen (as opposed to having to balance it or use some kind of sticky tape. As far as speed, you'll want to make sure you have a fast internet connection b/c that's what makes it possible. Dial up will make it slower to send/receive the data stream. I've never personally shopped for one but I think the things to look for are: how does it stick to your computer? does it have a zoom in/out feature (makes it easier to focus as opposed to having to move the camera)? what are the light requirements? how many pixels?- more is better, but more is also expensive does it also capture still pics?- what if you want to create a pic of your great smile... Kim __________________ -Chase your dreams but always know the road that'll lead you home again What's it like to be me? http://ohthelifeofapilotswife.blogspot.com/

05-05-2007, 09:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
Chi829 Jetgirls Ol' School Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Panama City, FL Posts: 1,444 Recipes: Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Webcam questions Hubby and I both got new laptops back in Jan and when we did we also got webcams. Needless to say his is still in the box. We got ours at best buy for 99.00 neach and they are from logitech. I set mine up and the pic is very clear! __________________ Jo Happily Mrs. Adams and Mommy to Liam www.joandbillsblog.blogspot.com

05-05-2007, 09:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
laralen02 Jetgirls Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 489 Recipes: Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Webcam questions Mine came with the computer my grandpa handed down to me when I went to college about 5 years ago. It says "intel" on it, but that's all I know. It's probably about 6-7 years old. It's a GREAT camera, looks good with any light, never pixelated, can zoom in and out. Never been unhappy with it.

05-06-2007, 07:03 PM	#5 (permalink)
Kristie Admin/Owner Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Posts: 6,729 Recipes: Thanks: 7 Thanked 18 Times in 18 Posts	Re: Webcam questions we used to use logitech quickcams when we used to cam the cats at home...that as fun! they were good and easy to use. i haven't looked at cams in at least 2-3 yrs now and the new macs come with cams now. __________________ www.jetcareers.com

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