Gopro

[rogerch]

I thought I had made my selection for a waterproof camera, I was on the verge of buying it, when,,,,

I came across this thing called a "GpPro", waterproof case, takes video, records sound, 5mp on still frames, 60 frames per second option in 720p.

I could take it underwater + attach it to the inner glass on the Esprit, and record a run, seems very versatile.

Anyone got one, or experience of ?

[Vulcan Grey]

I have a GoPro HD2.

It does have waterproof cases and many mounts.

You can see my first video here from go kart racing. make sure to select HD.

[Bibs]

Apart from sticking it on your helmet, what's the advantage of a gopro over my iPhone 4s for example which has a decent lens, 8mp HD recording?

[red vtec]

You can get different clamps for them, stick on your car etc.

There really robust, they are used by TV companies as well. I did see an american version at a trade show that is cheaper but cant remeber the brand.

[Trevsked]

Was abroad last week and looking at these as they seem to be the weapon of choice for track days. Cheaper here in the UK so didn't buy when I was away. HD2 is the latest version with 9mp and you can buy in 3 different versions. Outdoor, car and surf. This defines the mounts you get with them being helmet, suction or surf board. Not ordered mine yet but on the verge.

Trevor

[Vulcan Grey]

they are waterproof and the case is super rugged.

Also the wide angle lens is different than what you get on a phone. You can switch between the wide fisheye lens and the narrow lens with the press of the button in the HD2 model like I have.

Most cell phones have a much smaller sensor, so the signal to noise is better with a larger sensor.

The auto white balance and exposure programmed in the GoPro seem to do a better job than most phone cameras and even the other action helmet cams at capturing video when doing these outdoor sports.

The go pro also does 10 shot burst mode and time-lapse modes, mine does; .5s, 1s, 2, 5s, 10s, 30s, 60s I think.

It also does 60fps and 120fps modes.

Camera Optics

• 2X Sharper Professional Glass Lens
  
• f/2.8 Fixed Focus
  
• 170º Wide FOV (Including 1080p)
  
• 127º Medium FOV (In 1080p)
  
• 90º Narrow FOV
  

Video

• HD RESOLUTIONS:
  
  • 1080p: 1920×1080, 30FPS
    
  • 960p: 1280×960, 48FPS + 30FPS
    
  • 720p: 1280×720, 60FPS + 30FPS
    

  [*]STANDARD DEFINITION RESOLUTIONS

  • WVGA: 848×480, 120FPS + 60FPS
    

  [*]High Performance,1 /2.3” CMOS Image Sensor

  [*]Light Sensitivity: .84 V/lux-sec

  [*]Video Format: H.264 codec, .mp4 File Format

  [*]Exposure Control: Spot, Center Weighted

  [*]White Balance: Auto

I just did another video with mine

And I used it for some still photos (with wide and narrow lens) and burst shots while on top of a 2000 year old pyramid in Mexico.

You can also turn it on with gloves while it is on top of your head... hard to do with an iPhone

[Kim.com]

I have 2 GoPro Hero HD with all sorts of mounting gear. They are very nice. Normally I put one in front and one at the rear of my Lotus Seven. Then i get nice pictures or movies that can be edited together.

Last summer i bought a MUVI HD camera which is almost the same specification but have the advantage of a remote control that can stop/start recording and take single pictures.

The only disadvantage I see is that the mounting gear is, especially the suction one are to clumsy and too large.

Video quality is fine as long as the light are ok.

With a special housing the 2 GoPro Hero HD can shoot 3D movies whic can be shown on most 3D TV's

/Kim

[Bibs]

I'm going to be sticking whatever I use on the side of a car but £250 for the gopro HD2 motorsport seems strong if I can use an iPhone 4s and sucker mounts instead.

[red vtec]

I'll try and find what the other version was it was a lot cheaper than a gopro, ESPN are buying them to use so must be ok,

[Bibs]

Ta

[Bibs]

Having tried and failed with a muvi yesterday I've decided it's all about the mounts. TLF are going to invest in a HD Hero 2 Motorsport with wifi, I think it's a good investment. You'll see the results in the future I'm sure

[Vulcan Grey]

Cool, can't wait to see more videos... I'll upload mine, as soon as I put my engine back together and take some!

[reymondos]

I was thinking about getting a GoPro but finally decided on a Drift HD camera. Its smaller in size, more aerodynamic and has a built-in screen, a lens that rotates and a remote.

So far I have been pretty pleased. The use of an external microphone is mandatory. Here's a sample.

[Moxie]

Anyone got one, or experience of ?

I have their full HD rig, with all the mounts, but not as much stuff as Kim. The only key piece of advice is to shoot at 60fps in interlace mode rather than progressive so as to avoid the jelly effect during hard shakes.

[Petrol feet driven]

I have owned the MUVI and I have the Hero HD and a cam HD recorder + my Sony PSP phone. I use what ever I think is best for the job I need it for. But the Hero for most of the time wins.

[Trevsked]

So for those who have a GoPro HD2, which mode do you get the best video results in?

Trevor.

[Moxie]

In order to minimize the jelly effect:

720p: 1280×720, 60FPS

But if you're really getting bad jelly shaking, try the SD mode:

WVGA: 848×480, 120FPS

[Trevsked]

I haven't really had much experience with it yet but my initial impressions were that it was a little juddery but haven't tried it properly. Was just hoping to get it right first time from others trials.

Trevor.

[Moxie]

Just trivia, but if you're interested in the music used on the GoPro website, it's "We Can Make the World Stop" by The Glitch Mob, who I'm a big fan of.

[Petrol feet driven]

Mine the Hero HD

Soon to be mine the Hero HD2

[Bibs]

I've got the Hero2 motorsports edition, it's excellent to be fair, a very nice piece of kit but you pay for it and the accessories are pricey too.

[Petrol feet driven]

I hope to get the same Andy, if I have then got two I can use both to make these 3d, go grab some 3d glasses.

Gopro 3D

I think this guy wanted it all..

Edited May 9, 2012 by Petrol feet driven

[Bibs]

[Vulcan Grey]

The IPS does shift up pretty smooth/fast.

[pete]

So how are people getting on with these after  having now had them a while. Are they suitable for a complete amateur.Can they be used as an ordinary camera.I wanted to use something for taking skiing videos but never done anything like that before.Also would like to attach it to my dog to find out where he disappears to sometimes.Any help or suggestions

Edited December 19, 2012 by pete