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ContourHD 720p HD Helmet Camera

ashish — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 16:39:30 +0000

ContourHD is the world’s first High Definition wearable camcorder that combines amazing video clarity (choose between High Definition or High Action), a wide-angle lens (135 degrees), single-button simplicity, and a click to share online experience.
Perfected for outdoor use, ContourHD can switch between crisp HD quality video (captured at 30 frames per second) or SD quality video (captured at 60 frames per second). This camera is the ideal complement to your outdoor gear with its all-in-one design ContourHD has no wires or separate recorder. Instead it records up to 8 hours of HD video to its own internal memory card (compatible with up to a 16 GB microSD card). Its light (4 ounces) but armored aluminum body enables you to capture video in any weather conditions. ContourHD’s TRail Mounts seamlessly attach the camera to your body, helmet, goggles, or vehicle for hands-free recording.

- Amazing Video Clarity
- 2 Video Settings
- Beautiful Outdoor Colors
- Capture the Whole Scene
- Record over 8 Hours of Action Video
- Easy to Use
- One Button Record and Easy to Align
- Click to Share Online with a Mac and a PC

Technical Details

- Color: One Color | Size: One Size
- The world’s first wearable HD camcorder.
- Choose from two video settings: High Definition or High Action.
- Armored body is wearable anywhere.
- Record over 8 hours of action video; one-button record function.
- Operating temperature of -15C to +40C.
- Easy Edit software (Mac and PC compatible) makes it automatic to import your videos from the camera.

Customer Feedback

Pros:
- Comes with mounting options that can be customized to work for just about any application.
- Comes with 2 GB SD card.
- Very well build, doesn’t feel cheap at all.
- Rotating lens to accommodated angles when mounted.
- No external recording device needed.

Cons:
Near HD video, I wouldn’t call it HD quality even though the video dimensions are HD, but outstanding for a small wearable camera.

Overall I would recommend this camera to anyone wanting to record Point of View sports action. The quality of the product and video are well worth the price. I would see what you can do with the included mounting options for you order the other mounts. Great product!

2010 Tachyon XC Micro Helmet Camera

ashish — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 07:56:30 +0000

The 2010 Tachyon XC Micro is the industry’s smallest helmet camera with features like water-proofing without an external case, a patented shockproof design, wide field of vision, and superior light-gathering ability. The XC Micro’s condensed size combined with its easy to use nature makes it the ideal helmet camera for the adventure enthusiast. Designed for filming action in extreme conditions, the XC Micro comes with a universal mounting system that can connect the camera to goggles, helmets, sporting equipment, dashboards and more to accommodate the many diverse situations users run into. The sheer size, simplicity and extreme ruggedness of the XC Micro will allow users to forget the camera and focus on their sport.

Technical Details

- One-button operation: Easy to use, worry-free operation.
- High-dynamic sensor and 90-degree wide-angle lens.
- 4-hour battery life with two Energizer Ultimate Lithium AAA batteries (not included).
- Patented and Shock-Proof Design prevents loss of video.
- Uses from 4 to 32GB MicroSDHC memory cards. Class 6 or higher required.

Customer Feedback

Pro’s:
1) Excellent video – color, contrast, smoothness, sharpness etc.
2) The price is nice
3) Shockproof design
4) Waterproof to 34 feet
5) Easy one button operation with LED verification (with the lock system so it will not easily to shut-off due to the pressure under the water)
6) Large memory storage capability (up to 32GB)
7) 90 degree field of view – just about right for all around shooting

Con’s:
1) no LCD – which is not really necessary
2) Sound quality
3) use AAA batteries
Conclusion:
For a action helmet camera like this, you will never be regret to have one.

Underwater Housing Case for Canon Powershot SD1100, SD1000, SD890IS, SD850IS, SD790IS SD770IS, SD750, SD630, Digital Cameras

ashish — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 06:33:39 +0000

DICAPac, a waterproof case and word combing Dica and Pac (pack), is a product of DICAPac Inc. , which first seeks the safety of digital equipment. It is a product of the global brand which exports to 35 countries and manufactures in Korea. DICAPac has products for various digital electronic equipment. Because the Dicapac is up to 10m waterproof, your filming limits are expanded to taking pictures under water. It is possible to clearly photograph water splashes and enhance your images by adding sound of the water. In the winter time, Dicapac is usable in ski resorts. Protect your camera from water, sand, dust, etc.

Technical Details

- Guaranteed underwater performance up to 16 ft. (5m) deep.
- UV coated polycarbonate lens cover allows users to take crystal clear pictures.
- Transparent and flexible case for convenient camera control.
- Reliable sealing system with waterproof zipper and “Roll & Velcro” closure.
- Meets JIS (Japan Industrial Standard) protection class 8 for waterproofing.

Customer Feedback

I just came back from a cruise in the Caribbean and I said many time that buying this camera case was the best idea I’d ever had. I tested it out in my sink before I left and it’s a scary idea to bring your expensive camera underwater, but it’s completely protected and safe. Needless to say, it’s amazing to have pictures (and videos!) from diving in the Caribbean. It’s also great for when it’s raining out when you’re traveling and want to take pictures. Basically, it’s well worth the money, even if you only use it once or twice, but it’s a great thing to protect your camera against the elements in general.
We were so suprised at how well this worked! We took it to Hawaii and used it while swimming and snorkeling and it was great. The pictures were very clear and we never worried about leaking. Even when we would use the camera on the beach (not underwater) all the pictures were beautiful.

DicaPac WP110 145X95mm Small Alfa Waterproof Digital Camera Case with Optical Lens (Clear)

ashish — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 07:30:31 +0000

WP110 Waterproof case for digital cameras are made of non-toxic materials (RoHS) and are tested and are of waterproof grade JIS IPX8 (Japaness Industrial Standard’s highest waterproof grade). Underwater lab tested to 16ft . Patented roll and relcro zipper system which allows full funtionality of camera controls. It also has a removable optical lens with diffused reflection prevention. The big addition is a polycarbonate quality lens (clear and hard to break) opening that lets you take pictures with zoom control even when the camera is in the pouch. The lens has a 3-layer coating both inside and outside. (UV coating, Water repellent coating, Scratch resistance coating for quality pictures.) It also floats when you drop it into water.

Technical Details

- This case fits over 200 cameras from major brands up to sizes 7.5″ round X 4.0″ width and with zoom lens of 1.1″ X 1.5″.
- Comes with 0.12″ thick extention ring for those who have a longer zoom lens than lens from waterproof case.
- Made of non-toxic materials (RoHS) and are tested and qualified to waterproof grade JIS IPX8.
- 145X95mm Small Alfa Waterproof Digital Camera Case with Optical Lens.

Customer Feedback

This product is very inexpensive and works as advertised – it protects your camera in relatively shallow depths of water. The pictures are better than a crappy disposable. It certainly took the stress out of taking my camera to the beach, too- no worry about sand ruining my camera- and I had room to stash my (small) cell phone inside when we were wading in the spray one morning.
The case makes in-water adjustment difficult, my “wheel” only turned clockwise – familiarize yourself with switching between picture and video ahead of time.