Yesterday I bought a Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 from Office Max. Cost me about $110.00. I bought it to use with my ustream broadcasts. I wanted a webcam simple enough that didn’t cost a whole lot to practice with and make recordings about my thoughts on technology, computer repair, and related topics.

The video quality is not bad. The max fps rate is 30. The local video quality is alright. There is a bit of a lag, which is understandable. The audio quality is also okay in that the microphone is quite sensitive. This helps us not have to speak so loud when broadcasting. 

Initially I installed the software that came with the camera and found that ustream doesnt allow broadcasts to happen when this software is installed. So I uninstalled it and the camera worked great.This webcam is made to work with Skype if you’re a user.

The only real complaint I have is that the cable length isn’t long enough for my needs. The cable is 6 feet. Then again my layout isn’t the best either.

 The box doesn’t say if this webcam is mac-compatible but for sure it is made for windows-users. The basic requirements are: Windows XP or later, 1.4 Ghz processor AMD or Pentium 4, 512 MB of RAM, CD-ROM Drive, 16-bit color adapter, OS Compatible soundcard and speakers, 1.1 or 2.0 USB port.

This is a great camera if you’re just starting out online.