WebCam Options for Linux?

Posted by Cliff on Friday October 10, 2003 @07:45PM from the peek-a-boo dept.

Doesn't_Comment_Code asks: "I am working on a motion capture system, and I plan to implement it with several webcams viewing the same space from different angles. I have looked into some webcams and drivers for Linux, but I'm not sure which are best. Specifically, I need to connect three, four, or five cameras to a single machine. Can any current Linux drivers accommodate this? Also, I'm looking for basic, no-frills cameras, as automatic gain control and other features may amplify dark parts of the image that I need to stay dark."

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Re:"Webcam" no good for motion... by cybermace5 · 2003-10-11 14:03 · Score: 2, Interesting

I never addressed any part of your statement referring to speed. I only discussed resolution.

That said, naturally USB 1.1 even in Full Speed won't do 640x480 at 30fps. But USB 2.0 is getting pretty common, so you could try this camera for $99.

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