I finally got my hands on a DFG-1394 Firewire convertor and now have the option of using a non-dv/non-webcam camera for computer vision/realtime video etc...

So rather than a Firewire camera, it can use analogue RCA's feed into the DFG-1394. My main criteria is that is needs to work well in low light and be reasonably compact if possible.

Currently I am looking at the WATEC WAT-250D, but is it quite pricey.

http://www.watec.net/english/color/wat_250d.html

Has anyone had any experience with similar cameras?

Currently I am looking at the WATEC WAT-250D, but is it quite pricey.
http://www.watec.net/english/color/wat_250d.html
Others here: http://www.watec.net/english/c_top.html

Non Firewire Computer Vision Camera for Low Light