Webcam imaging - complete beginner.

[stuming]

Hi,

I posted the stuff below in the "Imaging / Hints, Tips and Tricks" forum. I really need a bit more info about software and, of course, which camera to go for, so I thought I'd report it here. Just to reinforce my "neewbie" status!

Here's the original post:

Hi all,

After promising myself that I wouldn't go down the (expensive) route of astrophotography, I've decided that it might be nice to get some pictures of planets etc. and so I'm looking out for a cheap but effective Webcam.

In order to keep the costs as low as possible I'd like to use the computer equipment I currently own. This means I'd need a Webcam that works with a G4 Apple Powerbook or a G5 iMac. It can be either Firewire or USB, but I think I'd prefer Firewire as this would allow me to use the Astro IIDC program which only works with Firewire cameras, and I understand it's the best Mac software out there.

So, can anyone recommend a Apple-compatible Webcam? Also, given that I've got Apple gear, what software would people suggest?

I have had a trawl around the net but most articles seem about 10 years old or so.

Thanks in advance

Stuart

[orionhunter]

Trust 14667 CP2100 Webcam is a firewire/CCD camera with 30 fps and 0.3megapixels.

cheap 18/20 quid, and maybe worth experimenting with.

ie:

Trust 14667 CP2100 Webcam from Tribal UK at SHOP.COM