what happens when you surf ebay...

[bogieboy]

so was surfing ebay half heartedly looking for a new action cam as my old one was lost for ever and found it and the internal non replaceable battery had given up the ghost.... found this...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/172147041179

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/6YIAAOSw9uFW9QzW/s-l1600.jpg

a $23 action cam, waterproof, wifi enabled, smartphone app controllable action cam... got one coming and a new micro sd card for it to see if its worth the money... my $30 emerson was junk... but it wasnt of chinese origin so....LOL this thing does it all.... see how well it does.....LOL

from the listing if you dont want to click it....

This 2.0" Sport Camera of 12MP, 1080P 30fps, 4X Zoom and support for wifi control, 140 degree wide angle. Support for AV output and FPV, Perfect for your outdoor activity.
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Features:
2.0" LCD, 140°wide angle lens of F2.2, f=8.68mm, 4X Zoom.
Video resolution: 1080FHD 1920*1080 30fps / 720P 1280*720 / WVGA 848*480 / VGA 640*480.
Image resolution: 12M / 10M / 8M / 5M / 3M / 2M / 1.3M / VGA.
Support for High-Definition Multimedia Interface and USB 2.0 connection output.
Support for AV output and FPV, give a great photo experience.
A water-resistant case allows you to film up to 30 meters under water.
Support 2.4G Wifi via Android 4.0 and for iOS 6.1(or above) devices.
Detachable rechargeable battery for easy to replace and prolongs your camera's service life.
Applications to extreme sports, outdoor activity, bicycle, car DVR, diving ,web camera ect.
Sharing video and photo in social platform.

Specifications:
LCD: 2" LCD
Color: Black
Zoom: 4X
Lens: 140°HD wide angle
Image Sensor: 12Mega Pixels CMOS Sensor
Video resolution: 1080FHD 1920*1080 / 720P 1280*720 / WVGA 848*480 / VGA 640*480
Image resolution: 12M / 10M / 8M / 5M / 3M / 2M / 1.3M / VGA
Video Modes: Loop recording
Photo Modes: Single shot / Continuous shot
Video compressed format: H.264
Video Format: MOV
WiFi OS: Android and iOS
Photo Modes: Single shot / Continuous shot
Anti-Shaking: Support
Loop Recording: Support
Exposure: Support
Storage: Support for Micro SD up to 32GB (Not included)
Connections: USB2.0/ for High Definition Multimedia Interface
OSD Language: English/Chinese/French/Spanish/Italian/German/Russian/Japanese/Korean/Portuguese
Operation System: for Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7/8
Power Source：3.7V Li-ion rechargeable Battery 900mAH 3.33Wh
Item size: 6 * 4 * 3cm / 2.4 * 1.6 * 1.2in
Item weight: 61g / 2.1oz
Package size: 12 * 9 * 6cm / 4.7 * 3.5 * 2.3in
Package weight: 220g / 7.7oz

Package List: D3586B
1 * Camera
1 * Battery
1 * Waterproof Case
1 * Mount Tool
1 * Clip
1 * USB Cable

[Adjuster]

Still no capability for a remote microphone either wired or wireless. There must be a specific reason for it because it seems like such a simple thing to implement and its the most requested feature on all these GoPro style cams.


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[Sport Rider]

I bought a similar one about 2 years ago. it has worked pretty well so far. the only negative I have about mine is that it will only record while on battery. I can not plug it into my cigarette lighter and record. it is charge-only at that time.

[bogieboy]

Still no capability for a remote microphone either wired or wireless. There must be a specific reason for it because it seems like such a simple thing to implement and its the most requested feature on all these GoPro style cams.


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thats easy enough to mod if really desired... crack it open, desolder the internal mic, solder a whip with a jack on the end. add a hole in the case and silicone it.... or do like most of the motovloggers and run seperate audio and video capture. then sync in the "cutting room"

[JerryHawk250]

Thanks for posting. I just happen to be looking for one. Been surfing Amazon. Good find.

[Weldangrind]

I'll be watching for your review, Bogie. Thanks for the link.

[bogieboy]

I'll be watching for your review, Bogie. Thanks for the link.


should be interesting to compare the quality to my galaxy s3 camera and my canon rebel xti dslr...LOL im a bit of a photography junkie, so..... see if it measures up...

[bogieboy]

so got it a day ago... it is exactly what it is...LOL a $20 waterproof cam... picture quality leaves a lot to be desired.... a 12mp picture looks about like a 4mp.... however the colors are pretty well spot on and not really washed out... as for vid, i need to play with it a bit more before i can say the quality, as i havent had a chance to capture much video...

[bogieboy]

oh also.....took me about 20 tried s to find the app that's compatible with the csm for the wifi remote/transfer.... if you get this model, you need to search for WIFI SDV (in the play store for android)

[Weldangrind]

I hope the video will be worthwhile.

[Merlin]

I await the video release.

[zanoknight]

if you are looking for a cheap gopro style camera i highly recommend an authentic SjCam 4000. Here's my youtube link. My 3 build videos were recorded with this camera. The quick release video was recorded with a dslr.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrM7RfRJ_Voq-vblqPjg_tQ

[timcosby]

i did the same thing. video isnt any better. its a fun toy for my daughter in the pool with friends now.

[2LZ]

I have a GoPro and I can't get a quality video once it goes to You Tube. I'm sure it's pilot error somehow. I need to find the patience to see what I'm not doing correctly.

[Wild_Alaskan]

I have a GoPro and I can't get a quality video once it goes to You Tube. I'm sure it's pilot error somehow. I need to find the patience to see what I'm not doing correctly.

not sure what software you use but if the resolution is correct, you probably need to increase the bitrate setting when exporting the video

[BlackBike]

not sure what software you use but if the resolution is correct, you probably need to increase the bitrate setting when exporting the video

:lmao:, you got that 2lz...:lmao: and check the Flux capacator:wtf:

No offence wild.

[Biker_Andy]

thats easy enough to mod if really desired... crack it open, desolder the internal mic, solder a whip with a jack on the end. add a hole in the case and silicone it.... or do like most of the motovloggers and run seperate audio and video capture. then sync in the "cutting room"

I doubt it that easy as I assume the reason it doesn't have an external mic jack is because the camera doesn't record audio. Nothing in the spec's mention audio recording capabilities. It would be a lot easier and cheaper to design a camera without audio then one with audio.