S-Video to USB or Firewire Converter

I'd like to use the S-Video output on my VCR to input into my Mac via either USB or Firewire. Is there an affordable (less than $50) converter that can do this job? I can use either iMovie or Final Cut.

Unfortunately there is no under $50 converter that will do what you want unless you can find a 'deal' on eBay or Craigslist.
The Canopus ADVC-55 will do the job and is about the least expensive converter available, but it goes for $200. AND, if you were to consider that expense I'd really suggest the ADVC-110 instead - at the same price it gives you bi-directional conversion, not single direction.

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