Debut is a simple, easy to use video recorder that lets you capture video files directly from your PC using a webcam or other input source. Behind Debut's incredibly easy to use interface lies many powerful features including the ability to record as .avi or .wmv (and more), the ability to automatically email your movies once recording has stopped, and the ability to record for specific periods of time.
Debut video capture software is also completely free.

Debut Video Capture Software Features
Automatically detects cameras connected to your PC.
Record video in many different file formats including .avi, .wmv, and .asf.
Multiple video and audio encoder settings.
Change resolution and framerate of the output video.
Adjust color settings for the output video.
Lets you record video for set periods of time (h:mm:ss).
Allows you to record movements on a PC screen, or "screen capture".
Optional sound recording for Screen Capture.
When recording period is over, you can either stop recording or create a new recording and continue.
Mirror recordings to a network or backup drive to keep your video files safe.
Can be set to automatically send video via email once the recording is completed.
Can automatically transmit video files via the internet using FTP.
Find and play recordings ordered by name, date, format or size.
System wide hot-key assignment.
Debut Video Recorder has an incredibly intuitive and easy to use interface.
Compatible with BroadCam Streaming Video server to distribute your recording.