What’s the best webcam (for YouTube)?

I want to record my own video’s at YouTube for training, reviews, demo and fun purposes. I want things to be professional, so I just don’t need A webcam, but THE best webcam money can buy for €100 tops.

When you are looking for webcams there are only a few choices with Logitech leading the way. Now there are other brands like Microsoft and Creative making webcams, but they usually lack the features and quality of Logitech webcams. Traditionally Logitech had a good range of products with the 4000, 5000 Pro, so logically the latest 9000Pro should be the best. Or what about ‘motion tracking’ of the Sphere AF model? Time to do some research on the web! I found excellent comparison reviews at Cowboy Frank (don’t let the name fool you!)

Update 16:49: well that didn’t take long to decide! Bought the Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000 for €88,55  No not really that cheap considering the lowest price is €65. Local warrantee, and to be able to play with it right now (instead of having to wait a few days), and no transportation costs … justifies the higher price tag to me though. “Hey! I thought you were going to buy a netbook! Don’t you know those things have built-in cams?” Yes I do, and they are perfect for instant messenging, but not for recording the stuff I have in mind.

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