Web Cam Suggestions

I have a 30" ACD that I'd like to connect a web cam to (magnetic?). What's the best I can do for an HD cam for under $50? Am I still better off picking up a used iSight?
Thx

Here's an article on mac compatible web cams.
Here's some at OWC.
Here's a list from the Skype community forums.

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