Video HD options on the market
turning to the issue of buying an HD camera to be installed on the kayak since experiments with mini DV not go very well.
Enredando a bit I made a selection of possible candidates basing on the minimum price and performance record from the kayak.
is the most widespread and known from all the models offered by the brand I would stay with the GoPro Hero HD 960 (€ 220 approx), it is the economic version of the HD GoPro Surf (320 € aprox).
The Hero 960 has little to envy in the quality video to your older sister and that records in the following formats and qualities:
960p (1280 × 960), 720p (2280 × 720), and 30 frames per second, in WVGA (848 × 480) at 60 frames per second. (The videos are 60 frames in slow motion). It has a viewing angle of 170 degrees in all formats. The picture quality mode is 5 megapixel.
With watertight housing polycarbonate (included) can record under water up to 60 m depth .
Pets SD memory cards up to 32 Gb
Runs on rechargeable lithium-ion 1100 mAh, lasting approximately 2.5 h (charging time 2 h with USB cable).
A feature of this camera is the "One Button Mode" blocking the camera to video or photo and automatically start recording once the camera is turned on. This makes it easier to capture the best moments, as though it is off, with a simple click on and start recording it possible to save enough battery. Is a feature that can be turned on or off to suit the user.
Weighs 167 g (including housing and battery) and measures 42x60x30 mm.
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The installation includes several accessories: A mounting kit the head a base for use in flat or curved surfaces and an articulated support .
The 960 does not have the HERO BUS expansion port itself is in the Hero and Full HD model allowing the use of Premium accessories like the LCD screen.
probably the least known, like the previous model is the cheaper version (150 € aprox) of the X170 HD Sealth (330 € aprox).
can capture videos in high resolution of 720x480 px with a viewing angle of 170 º.
has IPX65 protection against dust (total) and water (splash) .
Va fed two AA 1.5 v
accepted up to 16 GB SD cards .
Includes screen LCD: Color TFT 1.5 "with remote control.
chamber dimensions: 133 x 50 x 33, remote control dimensions: 52 x 40 x 13 Weight 128 g camera, remote control 19 g.
The pac includes handlebar holder, glasses holder, head strap, helmet holder, universal clip.
Kodak Playsport ZX3:
is a compact camera with very good value for money 130 € approx.
Allows capture image in the following formats and qualities:
1080: 1,920 x 1,080, 30 fps, 720p / 60 fps: 1,280 x 720, 60 fps, 720p: 1,280 x 720, 30 fps WVGA: 848 x 480, 30 fps, photographs: 5.3 MP, 16:9 widescreen, interpolated.
lens to capture: 5.54 mm, equivalent to 35 mm, 48 mm to 1080p to 720p 36 mm, 36 mm and 36 mm WVGA shooting.
Completely waterproof (without housing) submersible up to 3 m underwater video mode.
Nourished
rechargeable lithium-ion KLIC-7004 that lets you record up to 45 minutes of HD video.
accepted SD cards up to 32 Gb
Panta call color of 5.1 cm with 1,024 × 768 resolution . Remote Control Option (10 € approx.)
Size: 58.0 mm × 112.5 mm × 19.5 mm weighing 125 g.
The single pac includes wrist strap, you have the option of putting various types of lens (between 20 and 40 €), fisheye, panoramic ...
is an ultra compact cost about € 190.
has HD picture quality 1280 x 720 pixels at 30 frames / s, MJPEG format wide angle of 120 ° Waterproof to IPX7 standard housing without holes (waterproof to 10 meters).
Internal rechargeable Lithium-ion 480mAh of 2 h duration.
accepted up to 32 GB SD cards
has a size of 78mm long and 21mm in diameter with a weight of 45 g.
screen does not support or control, has a laser guidance system and recording with one clik.
The pac includes support for flat surfaces, handlebar bracket and elastic straps.
In short:
the GoPro camera I see a very comprehensive picture quality buenisima multiple accessories to be mounted on either site. The price is slightly high but in my opinion is worth. The main drawbacks are the lack of screen and remote control, which means an installation in the kayak near the crew, the ideal is to install back in high position, so that record behind us. The battery life seems sufficient, in any case you can put an extra battery to double the duration lengthens pro about 66 €.
Drift model rule it out for kayaking because it is not waterproof and could leave us an unexpected turn the camera useless. It would be interesting to boats or other sport that is not in direct contact with water.
The Kodak is a very economical alternative to a high quality video, and the great advantage of remote control at an affordable price, plus a color screen. Well suited to capture videos underwater by submarine mode.
would be ideal to install on the bow pointed at the fisherman. To use it in serious kayak essential to include the panoramic lens would increase the price of 20 €. The main drawback I see is the limited battery life that can severely limit your opportunities and is also a drawback the lack of supports for the kayak dock.
Finally Evo HD's strong point is the small size, maybe more suitable for video capture more specific for example installed on a rod, a cap or similar, share the drawbacks of the GoPro has no display or control and the price is only bit lower.
I would choose the Kodak but for the low battery life so I'm afraid I'll have to save a "little" more and opt for the GoPro.
