Microsoft LifeCam VX-5500

The LifeCam VX-5500 is an easy to use transportable webcam aimed towards prosumers and individuals interested in a quality webcam that can be used anywhere. With interchangeable colour faceplates, the miniature VX-5500 features a 1.3 megapixel camera, a unidirectional microphone with noise and echo cancelling, pan, tilt and zoom functionality, and small clips which can be used to mount the webcam to flat LCD screens, notebooks or as a stand directly on your desk.

Created specifically for use with other Microsoft products, the LifeCam Show includes a button used to immediately launch Windows Live Messenger's video call window that allows users to quickly initiate video conversations with online friends, family and co-workers. This doesn't mean it won't work with your program of choice however, Microsoft claims compatibility with Skype, Yahoo! Messenger and AOL Instant Messenger as well.