Instead of looking at ancient USB 1.1 webcam design you can look at USB 2.0 webcams like any top-brand true HD capable cameras (like MS LifeCam HD-5000/6000/Cinema...). Higher speeds and more pixels which comes in handy for Moon etc. You won't be able to do long exposure mods but it's not needed for solar system imaging... And I would even say that those modern webcams may be more sensitive than ancient ICX098
