The Microsoft LifeCam VX-5500 is a very nice webcam with many cool built in features. With three interchangeable color faceplates, this webcam has the ability to match a user's style and preferences. The webcam works very well in many lighting situations and comes with an amazing software suite. Small and compact, this webcam is perfect for travel, but has great functionality and capability. 640 x 480 max video resolution can meet most webcam user's needs, and 1.3 megapixel still capture will provide a pretty high resolution still image.