Bike cameras

[speedplay]

I've used helmet cams for ages on the enduro now and got some really good results from a very basic setup (ATC-2K).
I was browsing the net looking for something newer with more memory when I found this :-

http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/at-1-wireless-helmet-cameras.htm

I added a 8gig sd card to the order and am really happy with the service and package.

£149 for a cheap good quality setup.

Remote camera means no wires so you can move the camera about on the bike easier and you can even view what the camera is seeing from inside the pub on the wireless handset....:cool:

The camera arrived the very next day so I (very quickly) mounted on the bar end weight before meeting up with Plowsie and VT.

The sound can be a little fuzzy as times due to the wind but I plan to just pop a patch of sponge and tape over the mike.

I will add a few videos soon.

[PsychoCannon]

Nice! whats the battery life like on the wireless cam or is that part wired to the bike?
If you could hook up 2 cameras that would be ideal (front/rear)

[Scoobs]

That looks cool. Be interesting to see the footage.

[DarrenSV650S]

Do the camera and the recorder use the same charger? I mean, can you charge them both at the same time?

[speedplay]

Nice! whats the battery life like on the wireless cam or is that part wired to the bike?
If you could hook up 2 cameras that would be ideal (front/rear)

I got 2 hours of top quality footage with one charge but speaking to the guys at dogcam they say it needs to be fully charged and depleted a few times to build up the battery life.

The cam it totally wireless but I'm installing a charging point on the bike to plug it into so will then be powered from the bike battery.

That looks cool. Be interesting to see the footage.

Will post some up soon.

Do the camera and the recorder use the same charger? I mean, can you charge them both at the same time?

Both are charged via a mini USB port .
You get one pc lead and one mains charger.
I plugged both into the pc to charge no problems at all.

[davepreston]

would be nice to see, like the vid from the peaks rideout mmmmmm

[TSM]

what would be good is a cheep looping dvr so when you turn on bike it auto starts recording.

ive seen the HQR-1 & HQR-2, good thing with these is they can do auto start but what i dont like is that (if you have it on cycle) everytime you turn on it wipes the old files, but it also supports LANC, so you have have a remote on it to start stop, the HQR-2 can also record PIP of two inputs. Big problem is that all these units are just too expensive.

[Nick_69]

Looks good, very interested in getting one myself

[Dave20046]

I have a oregon scientific bullet camera, which doesn't have too bad results (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=davetube2006&search_type=&aq=f) . Think they're about £50 second hand.

[speedplay]

I have a oregon scientific bullet camera, which doesn't have too bad results (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=davetube2006&search_type=&aq=f) . Think they're about £50 second hand.


I just gave mine to Mr VT.

The quality of this one is better and the real bonus is that you can see what you are going to record on the screen first.

[Dave20046]

I just gave mine to Mr VT.

The quality of this one is better and the real bonus is that you can see what you are going to record on the screen first.
Yeah the user interface on the bullet cam isn't ideal but then again I only really need to press record and ride which is all it does!

[DarrenSV650S]

I have a oregon scientific bullet camera, which doesn't have too bad results (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=davetube2006&search_type=&aq=f) . Think they're about £50 second hand.
That looks really good so if speedplays is better it must be great :D

Hurry up and get a video up speedy! :p

[speedplay]

That looks really good so if speedplays is better it must be great :D

Hurry up and get a video up speedy! :p

Ill get some up soon.

I did get the ride down to soho on friday on vid but Im guessing my speedo must be wrong as its showing well into 3 figures....
Wouldnt want anyone to get the wrong idea... ;)

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Just a quick vid to show quality.

For some reason, transfering it to photobucket has made it slightly jerky and the resolution isnt great either:(

I'm not great when it comes to technical so if someone wants to pm me a "how to" I'll put up a better vid.

[speedplay]

Yeah the user interface on the bullet cam isn't ideal but then again I only really need to press record and ride which is all it does!


I found with the atc-2k I had it was a case of setting it up on the bike or helmet, recording a bit and viewing it to see if it was pointing in the right direction.
Great little cams for the money though :)

[DarrenSV650S]

Yeh it is a bit jerky. Have you got a youtube account?

[speedplay]

Yeh it is a bit jerky. Have you got a youtube account?


Yup, Ill upload it once I get the time.
cutting it down with windows movie maker has effected the quality too.
Is there any simple to use, free video software out there worth looking at?

[Von Teese]

At least you didnt load the one of when we left Billing after lunch with Plowsie ;)

Thanks for the cam btw, might bring it with us this afternoon on the crossers I will put it on my bike as you boys are sure to be doing some silly stuff on yours (and then I dont get my a$$ filmed the whole way)
BTW Congrats on the beautiful new KTM....lets go get it dirty now!

[DarrenSV650S]

Get it on youtube please! :D
I'm seriously considering one of these

[DarrenSV650S]

Oh and what make was the memory card that you got with it?

[_Stretchie_]

So could you hardwire the cam and recorder if you wanted??

I know that might defeat the point, but then you have the option to go wireless or not, e.g. you want to put it on your mates bike and you might want to record more than 2 hours.

TA

Oh and get the vid on youtube or I think you might be 'getting a visit' from DarrenSV650s

: )

[fastdruid]

I got one of the dog cam sport mini dvr 1bullet cams.
http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/mini-dvr-1-digital-video-recorder.htm

As shown here tested at Donington[1].

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7a9Exx3o8s
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ti1Q5Cj0GHs

Druid

[1] Sorry for lack of SV action but the plan was to set the NC35 up, didn't end up that way because it ****ed it down except for this session.

[DarrenSV650S]

Never mind speedplay. I just ordered the Mini DVR 2 :D

Decided the wireless one would be too much hassle because I would want it powered by the bike, rather than relying on the battery's. I think the dvr2 is better quality too.

[fastdruid]

The DVR2 looks good, I may get one too so I can do front and back!!

One slight warning, Cadwell at least wouldn't let me out with the on tank bracket and camera, said they'd had injuries from them, anywhere else (apart from helmet) was fine.

Druid

[DarrenSV650S]

The DVR2 looks good, I may get one too so I can do front and back!!

One slight warning, Cadwell at least wouldn't let me out with the on tank bracket and camera, said they'd had injuries from them, anywhere else (apart from helmet) was fine.

Druid
I'm planning to fit it somewhere near the radiator

If you're thinking of getting one, wait until mid-October as the new DVR3 will be available which has better quality video. They said it would be about £260. I would have waited and got it but I want one before next weekend.

[fastdruid]

If you had a curvy-S I'd say try fitting it pointing out of one of the fake "air intakes", I plan to fit a permanent bracket so I can do the same only obviously in my case with the GSXR fairing.

Other place I tried which worked quite nicely on the NC35 was fitting it to one of the mirror mounts (once the mirrors had been removed obviously).

Druid

[DarrenSV650S]

Yeh the fake air intakes are a possibility on the pointy too, but I don't think I'd get a secure fixing.

[Lucas]

I tested a DVR2 over the weekend and was impressed by it :D

The unit is better made then DVR1. it is a little bigger but feels more solid. It has a nice rubber feel to the casing, the menu system is also improved and easy to use.

The sound was very good because of the variable gain mic, it is clear and it picked up the exhaust sound nicely.

The lens has a good angle, copes well with light level change and works well in low light conditions.

A 8GB SD HC takes around 6:30 hours of footage at highest setting, which is plenty. It comes with two battery each lasting for two hours-ish. So IMO you wouldn't need more then a 8GB SD even it can take a 32GB.

The one touch recording is great, you only have to slide the switch to start recording and thats it, no need to power up the unit or fiddle with menus etc. This made it very easy to live with as I can start rec at the right time quickly when on a bike with gloves etc.

another feature is that a footage file lenght can be limited to 5/10/30 mins at a time, it will then auto start a new footage file, making its easy to download and organise hours of footage. There is also a time stamp function if you so wish, but I'll leave it off :-dd

I DIYed a sucker mount for the camera, fits on bike and helmet in seconds with a bit of spit, both work well and I still have the camera :D I'll post a pic tonight.

I'm editing footage taken with the DVR2 from the weekend, I'll post a link to the vid on U-tube over the next few days. :smt024

[fastdruid]

Excellent, sounds as if they've made some worthwhile improvements to it (and I wasn't disappointed in the DVR1)

Druid

[DarrenSV650S]

Oooh can't wait to get mine now. Think it's at the post office, so should be picking it up tomorrow morning :)

[Lucas]

here's the vid:

Boxhill Rideout (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWmB0BOWUOU)

[WetCreda73]

Looks good. seems like you knwo what youre doing and if its good kit. you can easily pay 2 or 3x for Autocom/intaride bike 2 bike stuff

[Nick_69]

That was a quality video.

[dyzio]

What do you think about the ContourHD cam (http://www.vholdr.com/contourhd/features), or the GoPro HeroHD (http://www.goprocamera.com/)?
They look nice.

EDIT:
Is £200 for a bike camera a lot (I have no idea)?

[DarrenSV650S]

What do you think about the ContourHD cam (http://www.vholdr.com/contourhd/features), or the GoPro HeroHD (http://www.goprocamera.com/)?
They look nice.

EDIT:
Is £200 for a bike camera a lot (I have no idea)?
£200 isn't bad.
When I was talking to the Dogcam guys they were saying the new contour is amazing quality and is what the BBC use.
One thing I would check is that you can charge the camera WHILE recording as one battery will only record 1 or 2 hours.

I've got the Mini DVR-2 which is pretty good, but not brilliant quality. I'll probably sell it and get something better.

[Dave20046]

Is £200 for a bike camera a lot (I have no idea)?
Depends on the quality, I'm happy with the quality of my camera but I didn't pay loads for it. Think they're supposed to be around £50 2ndhand
Here's the quality of mine (also bear in mind the youtube hosted vids are of deteriorated quality from the originals):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FgRsk_AcpI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6tkW1QgrhA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYn2XVwCggY

I wouldn't be able to justify spending £200 on a bike camera bearing in mind what it is, what it does and how much I use it.
On the GM I was just using a digicamera cable tied to my bars and I've used my phone gaffataped to a mirror before ;) Then again I'm from yorkshire.

[speedplay]

Here's the quality of mine (also bear in mind the youtube hosted vids are of deteriorated quality from the originals):



youtube made the quality of mine look shocking!

Its much better on the pc or copied onto a dvd.

[DarrenSV650S]

Took this with the DVR-2

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTbESJDIrSQ

[speedplay]

you get a lot of vibration with that mount mate :(

[DarrenSV650S]

you get a lot of vibration with that mount mate :(
I know, it's annoying. That was attached to a spare bar end which was put in where the indicator normally goes. I thought it was going to be pretty solid but I think it must have been the fairing wobbling about. I don't know where else to try

[speedplay]

I stuck my camera mount to the sucker stand that my tomtom came with.
I can stick it anywhere on the bike now and get no vibration trouble (even when making decent progress ;) )

[DarrenSV650S]

Yeh that's probably the best solution. One that I could stick on the tank that looks over the screen. But not great for touring because I can't have a tankbag

[speedplay]

just trying to find a tank mounted vid that I can safely post on the net ;)

[DarrenSV650S]

Watch out! that guy from A ha is trying to steal your camera

[speedplay]

lol I live with an artist bless her!!

[Dave20046]

you get a lot of vibration with that mount mate :(
If you want a vibratey mount (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6mAOdFX0wM), try gaffa tape and wire ;)
Quality increased loads after I scrounged a cable tie off yc.
Youtube, really does rape the quality of video picture too :compcrash:

[speedplay]

Ive uploaded the vid I posted earlier to youtube now to see if its any better on there.

Linky (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PriRv5I_IXA)

[Seggons]

Youtube, really does rape the quality of video picture too :compcrash:

Youtube used to back in the old'en days, but if you get the settings right then it can come out really well. All of my HD video's are pretty close quality wise to the original file. If you use windows movie maker then it won't come out well on youtube, you need something like Sony Vegas or Adobe Premiere. :)

[speedplay]

If you use windows movie maker then it won't come out well on youtube, you need something like Sony Vegas or Adobe Premiere. :)

I'm using windows movie maker and notice that its ok on my pc but not on the web :(

Bugger.

Oh and heres a vid of Von Teese from behind (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zo0eA4hIiIs) :)

Tank mounted and through a tinted screen as the suns going down, but I'm still impressed with the quality of the little camera.

I also used it on the dirt bike the other week so will post up a few other vids too.

And Seggons....




Wheres my flyby vid?!

[Seggons]

And Seggons....




Wheres my flyby vid?!

On the CF card that's still in the PDR100 under the pillion seat. Santa might bring you the footage for Xmas is you've been a good boy. ;)

[Dave20046]

Youtube used to back in the old'en days, but if you get the settings right then it can come out really well. All of my HD video's are pretty close quality wise to the original file. If you use windows movie maker then it won't come out well on youtube, you need something like Sony Vegas or Adobe Premiere. :)
Ah I see, I'm using movie maker. Can it not come out well on the web if you tweak the export settings? (I just went with the default)

[speedplay]

On the CF card that's still in the PDR100 under the pillion seat. Santa might bring you the footage for Xmas is you've been a good boy. ;)


Youve changed since you discovered sex :(

[Lucas]

Oh and heres a vid of Von Teese from behind (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zo0eA4hIiIs) :)


lol Von Teese from the front (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOpqiqYcEs0) :smt081

PS. filmed on DVR2, oh and give me a five too ;) cheers.

[Seggons]

Ah I see, I'm using movie maker. Can it not come out well on the web if you tweak the export settings? (I just went with the default)

The problem with movie maker is it doesn't let you have custom control of the settings. Youtube is quite fussy and if you don't have the settings just how you like them then you end up losing quality.
The best thing I would do it get a 10 second clip and export it in all the different settings. Then when you upload it set the video to private, let it process and see which comes out best.

Or a simple way, just learn how to use Vegas. :p

Youve changed since you discovered sex :(

To be honest it's alot of faffing about. I go through phases, sometimes I love Vegas, other times I hate it.

[Dave20046]

ta,is vegas free?

[dyzio]

Doesn't look like it http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/vegaspro
But I bet, if you look in the right places... ;)

Damn, I'm starting to like 'em cameras more and more...

[speedplay]

I just downloaded a free version of vegas to try.
I googled "sony vegas" and first thing to pop up was free download :)

[Seggons]

Dyzio is right, if you look in the right places...

Vegas is a bit fiddly to start of with but there are plenty of tutorials out there. Once you get used to it it's a great bit of kit. :D

[simonDyna]

I've been using a bullet camera for a year or so now. I have found the UltraMount (http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/roll-bar-cage-mounts.htm) on the top of this page to be very versatile. It fits tightly onto handlebars, frames, yokes, footpegs, pillion hand grips, etc and can be adjusted in a couple of seconds. For what it costs, I think it is a good investment.

The recorder I use is one of these (http://www.fastfilms.co.uk/dvx-h264-digital-video-recorder.php) with this camera (http://www.fastfilms.co.uk/sony-hq2-bullet-camera.php) attached. I've been happy with the results so far.

I did put my hand in my pocket and buy Adobe Premiere Elements 7 for editing. It gives some excellent result.

[CLARKYsv]

All of these were filmed with the Hero Wide... I WILL be getting the HD HERO no questions asked... I LOVE this camera. And the HD hero is said to have a wireless mic accessory available later in the year which will go well with my wanting to vblog a little bit.

You can't go wrong with the Hero's. When I have the HD I'll post a video up :)

Sheree P Rideout Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spCt0DQidds

Gokarting

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSbR7JWiCqQ

In car on the way to the snowdome

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ONM9IKzMWo

And finally... the day I got the hero Wide

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pp0mqCLxFgo

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The ony problem with the hero is the size of it though.

My mate used one offroad and kept catching it on stuff :(

Good quality cameras, not sure about the sound though.

[CLARKYsv]

The ony problem with the hero is the size of it though.

My mate used one offroad and kept catching it on stuff :(

Good quality cameras, not sure about the sound though.


When you say he kept catching it on stuff?

Where was he mounting it?

It can be a bit bulky...

I know that Gopro has spent one HELL of alot of money researching into the sound for the new HD... and it looks like it has paid off to be honest. But I don't really be able to comment on that until I buy it... so watch this space :)

[speedplay]

When you say he kept catching it on stuff?

Where was he mounting it?

It can be a bit bulky...


Always helmet mounted on the dirtbikes as theres no point sticking it on the bike.

Trackdays are fine but when laning it tends to get a bit overgrown round here.

[CLARKYsv]

Always helmet mounted on the dirtbikes as theres no point sticking it on the bike.

Trackdays are fine but when laning it tends to get a bit overgrown round here.


Had he considered using the chest plate?

[speedplay]

Had he considered using the chest plate?

The only thing that I would put on my chest when offroading is my chest armour, not a big square piece of plastic to land on and smash my ribs with..;)

[DarrenSV650S]

All of these were filmed with the Hero Wide... I WILL be getting the HD HERO no questions asked... I LOVE this camera. And the HD hero is said to have a wireless mic accessory available later in the year which will go well with my wanting to vblog a little bit.

You can't go wrong with the Hero's. When I have the HD I'll post a video up :)

Sheree P Rideout Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spCt0DQidds

Gokarting

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSbR7JWiCqQ

In car on the way to the snowdome

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ONM9IKzMWo

And finally... the day I got the hero Wide

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pp0mqCLxFgo
That is good quality. Can it be powered from the bike or is it only with batteries?

[CLARKYsv]

That is good quality. Can it be powered from the bike or is it only with batteries?

It is AAA Lithium Batteries

BUT... the new HD HERO (Much better quality and sound) is powered by a rechargeable battery back with an additional add on battery pack available.

I AM getting a HD hero when I get paid... I'll post a video when I get one :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNaKzaXao40

Some random snowboard footage...

The suction cup wasn't tightened properly on the first run... and then I broke it trying to FORCE it round.... I did give it alot of welly... A new one was delivered today....

[Seggons]

Svengalie has apparently got the first GoPro Hero HD in the UK and he's put a review up of it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=konsX6eKftw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Knq_cv79h_A

[mr.anderson]

Here's another review of the GoPro HD:

http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/16/gopro-HD-hero-review-and-helmet-cam-face-off/

[G]

I want one :eek: where is the best place to get a Motorsport HD Hero from? Most I can find are on US Sites which I dont fancy doing again.

[Seggons]

I don't think they are out in the UK yet, but you can go here and pre-order one: http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/gopro-hd-camera.html

[ChrisSK3]

I've just bought a Contour HD 1080p for a snowboarding holiday at the end of Jan but fancy giving it a test on the bike before I go, any suggestions where's best to put it and what mount to use? It only came with a flat faced sticky mount and a goggle mount and not overly confident ill return with the thing still attatched!!

[FG1]

My set up is for sale:

http://www.trustedreviews.com/camcorders/review/2007/06/30/Panasonic-SDR-S10-camcorder/p1

The handy thing is, it can be used as a normal video camera too.

[Daimo]

Ordered this one. For £50 notes its meant to be very good.


I wanted a GP Motorsport, but couldn't justify the cost. You can get them imported from America for about £90-£100, but not enough time before xmas.


http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/AEE-MD80S-Sports-Mini-DV-DVR-Digital-Camcorder-Spycam_W0QQitemZ290318952635QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_ CCTV?hash=item43985ba8bb&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14


And to aid some better mounting points, fit it in your helmet (which i'll probably do).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxZsckWZOAQ&feature=related

[DarrenSV650S]

Ordered this one. For £50 notes its meant to be very good.


I wanted a GP Motorsport, but couldn't justify the cost. You can get them imported from America for about £90-£100, but not enough time before xmas.


http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/AEE-MD80S-Sports-Mini-DV-DVR-Digital-Camcorder-Spycam_W0QQitemZ290318952635QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_ CCTV?hash=item43985ba8bb&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14


And to aid some better mounting points, fit it in your helmet (which i'll probably do).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxZsckWZOAQ&feature=related


That's impressive for £50!!

The ebay video looks jittery, like the footage keeps speeding up then slowing down. But the second video looks great. I really like that it is totally inside the helmet. Good find!

[ravingdavis]

Ordered this one. For £50 notes its meant to be very good.


I wanted a GP Motorsport, but couldn't justify the cost. You can get them imported from America for about £90-£100, but not enough time before xmas.


http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/AEE-MD80S-Sports-Mini-DV-DVR-Digital-Camcorder-Spycam_W0QQitemZ290318952635QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_ CCTV?hash=item43985ba8bb&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14


And to aid some better mounting points, fit it in your helmet (which i'll probably do).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxZsckWZOAQ&feature=related



Just spotted this for 25 quid
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/sound-active-720-480-Smallest-Mini-DVR-Camera-MD80_W0QQitemZ270487083000QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_De faultDomain_3?hash=item3efa4957f8
Unless im seriously missing something this makes for a very attractive device for the price!

Only downside I can see is the limited battery life (1 hour)

[robh539]

slightly more expensive, but i have been looking at these.
http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/mini-dvr-2-helmet-camera.html

Will be getting one for the new bike for sure.

[DarrenSV650S]

slightly more expensive, but i have been looking at these.
http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/mini-dvr-2-helmet-camera.html

Will be getting one for the new bike for sure.
Might be selling mine soon

[DarrenSV650S]

Just spotted this for 25 quid
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/sound-active-720-480-Smallest-Mini-DVR-Camera-MD80_W0QQitemZ270487083000QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_De faultDomain_3?hash=item3efa4957f8
Unless im seriously missing something this makes for a very attractive device for the price!

Only downside I can see is the limited battery life (1 hour)
Just bought one of those. Worth a punt for £24 !

[ravingdavis]

Just bought one of those. Worth a punt for £24 !

let me know what you think when you get it! I am quite tempted too.

[tanis34]

let me know what you think when you get it! I am quite tempted too.
+ 2 always wanted a small vid cam;)

[DarrenSV650S]

let me know what you think when you get it! I am quite tempted too.

+ 2 always wanted a small vid cam;)

It's bloody good quality video for the price. Not so good indoors with low light but that's not what I'll be using it for. Obviously it's not easy to know what you're filming, which is why you can't see my dogs head at one point. But that wont really be a problem on the bike.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKd3vDJvK94

[ravingdavis]

Nice, once the weather gets its act together stick it on your bike and try it!

Looks good so far.

[DarrenSV650S]

Nice, once the weather gets its act together stick it on your bike and try it!

Looks good so far.
Just get one! It's only £24 :p

[speedplay]

Just out of interest, why did you sell your old set up Darren?

[DarrenSV650S]

Just out of interest, why did you sell your old set up Darren?
I was a bit disappointed with the quality. Considering the contour hd is only slightly more expensive and has crystal clear video

[speedplay]

I was a bit disappointed with the quality. Considering the contour hd is only slightly more expensive and has crystal clear video

Fair comment:thumbsup:

I did look at yours when you were selling it but would only be able to use it on the road bike.

[Specialone]

Hopefully, mr santa is bringing me a dogcam 2, so i will be messing with that in the next few days.
No doubt i will be posting for advice on some matter ;)

[Icanopit]

Just seen this one at Aldi 27th Dec "3mtr waterfroof"
http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/offers/2827_12511.htm?WT.mc_id=2009-12-23-15-02
JOHN

[speedplay]

Just seen this one at Aldi 27th Dec "3mtr waterfroof"
http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/offers/2827_12511.htm?WT.mc_id=2009-12-23-15-02
JOHN


A good basic little cam that:thumleft:

I gave my old one to Mr VT.

[Dave20046]

Just seen this one at Aldi 27th Dec "3mtr waterfroof"
http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/offers/2827_12511.htm?WT.mc_id=2009-12-23-15-02
JOHN
That's either the model before or after mine (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=davetube2006&search_type=&aq=f)

[rigor]

Thought I'd share some video from my new xmas pressie to myself... CountourHD :)

OK it's not on the bike but I think its cool ;)

http://vholdr.com/node/59829

[DarrenSV650S]

Thought I'd share some video from my new xmas pressie to myself... CountourHD :)

OK it's not on the bike but I think its cool ;)

http://vholdr.com/node/59829
Cool video :D

Is that the 1080p one? How many batteries do you get?

[cbay]

I've just been looking at the CountourHD Camcorder!

I'm blown away you can get them for around £200ish. I WANT ONE!!

It's Definitely on my wish list.

Rigor, how much footage do you get on a memory card? i.e. 8gb? 16gb?

[rigor]

Cool video :D

Is that the 1080p one? How many batteries do you get?

Nope, it's the normal one. Wanted it quickly so decided not to hunt down the 1080p version. Video is plenty good enough for me, the actual quality out of the camera is better than the uploaded version.

I only got one battery that seems to be good for a few hours, and the 2gb SD card can take about an hour of video on high quality.

Only thing I would say is that the standard mounts are a bit rubbish. I bought the additional threaded mount and am going to get a ram mount to fit on the bike come spring.

[cbay]

I really want one of these now!! I've watched the reviews and everything! Its ACE!

Think I'm going to order a HD 1080p one though! Maybe from USA as its cheaper.. Hmmm..

We shall see.

[Dave20046]

I really want one of these now!! I've watched the reviews and everything! Its ACE!

Think I'm going to order a HD 1080p one though! Maybe from USA as its cheaper.. Hmmm..

We shall see.
don't get stung on import fees

[cbay]

I know!! My uncle lives out there so hopefully he can send me one as a gift, lol.

But I might just order one from uk to save the hassle. Is it better to get the 1080p rather than 720p though??

[Dave20046]

1080p is in theory a better quality of image providing both cameras are a similar spec (same frame per second rate etc.).
Be warned (unless they've done something clever) the videos it records will be a really big file size so you'll need a good capacity memory card.

[rigor]

1080p is in theory a better quality of image providing both cameras are a similar spec (same frame per second rate etc.).
Be warned (unless they've done something clever) the videos it records will be a really big file size so you'll need a good capacity memory card.

True, the videos I recorded on mine were approx 1Gb for 25 minutes of video at 1280x720 30fps. So just under an hour on the 2Gb SD card you get with the camera.