Satellite L450 - Webcam picture is grainy and dark

I dont know if its the web cam on this model is not very good but the web cam is extremely grainy and dark. I have tried all usual playing about with settings but nothing improves the image i.e.,grainy lack of any colour and just generally really poor and the laptop is brand new.
If anyone has a good clear picture please let me know seems a shame because I am happy with the rest of the system.
Thank you in advance

Hi
Just one question: Did you try this?
=> [How to change the settings for the integrated webcam if the image is very dark or black |http://forums.computers.toshiba-europe.com/forums/ann.jspa?annID=59]
If it doesnt work I would try to update the webcam driver. Just check the Toshiba website for an update and install it.
http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com > Support & Downloads > Download Drivers

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