Camera Mount

[SV400Rob]

Hey,

I've recently got a video camera which i intend on using for some ride footage. Im not sure what mount is best so I'm after a bit of help really.

I would like to keep the camera behind the screen if possible to keep the lens safe from stones and bugs..if this is a problem? But I also need a tank bag on the tank for when I go to Ireland later this year.

I've been looking at the Fat Gecko which has two super strong suction cups. They also do a smaller one with just the one cup.

Im guessing this one is going to as good as the price suggests really
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Car-Window-Suction-Mount-Tripod-Holder-Camera-UK-Ship_W0QQitemZ250500585556QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Ca merasPhoto_CameraAccessories_TripodsSupports?hash= item3a52ff9854

Oh and I've got a pointy SV650S


Cheers Rob

[Gabriel2k]

I intend to do the same thing as you and would be interested if there might be problems with stones/debris or vibration.

I have had a look at mounts and Maplin do two mounts which might be suitable:

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=45383

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=261366

I think when I buy one I will go for the beefier one as it appears identical to the one dogcam are selling for £27. Also remember to use a tether just in case.

[Gabriel2k]

Just found the following on ebay which is identical to the one in Maplin for £6.05 inc p+p:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Suction-Mount-Tripod-Holder-for-Car-Window-Camera-New_W0QQitemZ270512373263QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Cam erasPhoto_CameraAccessories_TripodsSupports?hash=i tem3efbcb3e0f

And for your information heres the link to Dogcamsports mount page:

http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/bullet-camera-suction-mounts.htm

[custard]

or try this...

http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2006/08/how_to_make_a_cheap_5_cam.html

[SV400Rob]

I'm not sure about the first maplin one it looks like it may fly off a speed and i don't fancy watching £150 worth of camera bouncing down the road. The second one looks pretty good though.