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VholdR ContourHD Helmet Video Camera
Action sports fans were abuzz when the VholdR ContourHD 1080p Helmet Video Camera became available. As a helmet cam featuring 1080p (1920×1080) resolution, this helmet camcorder is unique for its compact size and high resolution.
Known for its HD clarity and 135 degrees of view, the unit can be mounted on a variety of surfaces. This little weatherproof camera comes with a helmet mount.
VholdR ContourHD Helmet Camera
Included also is a 2 GB MicroSD card, lithium-ion rechargeable battery, USB cable, Quick start guide and VholdR software. The good looking compact aluminum body deceptively holds all the needed features.
The VholdR CoutourHD Helmet Cam has handy features such as a simple one-switch operation which can be operated even while wearing heavy gloves.
With the HD Helmet Camcorder, two laser pointers help with lining up the picture so you can check the target after the camcorder is mounted. The Helmet Camera can be mounted vertically or horizontally.
HD Camcorder Action
Plan to charge the battery for four hours after you receive your new CoutourHD before the first use. According to the manual, the battery supports up to 4 hours of redording time. So if you use a 16 gig card (maximim capacity) which records for 8 hours, you will need more than one battery. Some users charge the battery with the included USB cable. Others prefer to purchase the battery charger accessory.
Though similar to its predecessor, the Contour HD is packed with more technology and is a great buy. If you are interested in active sports and want a way to share the adventure action with your family and friends, the VholdR ContourHD is the way to go.
VholdR ContourHD Waterproof Case
The New Waterproof Case for the ContourHD is scheduled for availability in December 2009.
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Review: VHoldR Contour HD helmet-cam
In recent years, hands-free helmet cameras have become a common sight on slopes and trails but few can match the designer simplicity – or raw resolution – of VholdR’s Contour HD, now available with full HD (1080p) capture.
ContourHD Snow boarding video - VholdR Action Camera
ContourHD snowboarding video footage filmed with the new VholdR action camera.
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Wireless Helmet Camera
With the current popularity of high tech HD video gadgets, it is not surprising that HD helmet camcorders have become hot items. The first HD helmetcam by VholdR, the ContourHD, began the competition for the best helmet camcorder. Since then, GoPro has rolled out the HD Helmet Hero.
The wireless helmet camera has evolved from the early days of action video recordings. At first, CCTV camera cable was plugged into camcorder. The CCTV camera was then taped or somehow secured to the helmet. Since that time, several generations of helmet camcorders have evolved, each with more features and must-have technology. The helmet action camera or sports video camera has joined the ranks of the electronics item with fast changing technology.
Wireless Helmet Camcorder
Fast forward to, yes, today’s newest technology, the helmet videocam with HD capability. With the development of the HD wireless helmet cam, the sports enthusiast can capture a better video of personal action.
Helmet vid camera users are quick to comment that the quality of the picture is only part of the package. The best video camcorder must have wide angle lens, wireless remote control, and creative secure mounts to helmet, kayak, bike or whatever moves. Various helmet camcorder brands such as GoPro, Oregon Scientific, VholdR, Drift Innovation and VIO have stepped up to offer their best helmet camcorder.
HD Helmet Video Camera
Let’s look at the newest feature, high definition or HD helmet video camera. HD technology produces a crisper video with better resolution, basically a sharper picture for your sports encounters.
Best Helmet Camcorder
Do you need to jump on the bandwagon for this newest feature? Every sports user will evaluate the camcorder with a different priority.
Will you view your video on an HD TV screen. You may not discern a better quality video if you view your HD footage on a regular TV. On the other hand, better video picture quality is a definite positive. Most electronics users will go for the latest technology, the newest models, to snag improvements and bug-free technology.
VIO POV 1.5 Helmet Camera-Mountain Bike
VIO is no stranger to making helmet cameras systems. The VIO POV 1.5 system can be broken up into a handheld unit, a wireless remote, and a tethered head. The handheld unit itself is a rugged design that can take a beating.
Mountain Bike POV
The proposed bicycle amenity is a mountain bike skills track suitable for use by all age groups, genders, and skills levels.
Extreme Sports Pictures and Videos
A camera to be used in Extreme Sports situations. Triggered with your thumb on the ring it comes with, the RUSH camera allows you to take dangerous and sometimes unrepeated pictures or videos on the go.
Helmet Cameras and Action Sports – The Perfect Combination
Helmet camera is used for all actions during the adventure extreme sports record. Also known as, my cams , helmet cameras, bullet cameras, lipstick cameras or wireless helmet camera, it is widely used.
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Helmet Action Camera
What do users say about the digital helmet camcorder? Reviews have come in from action sportsters as well as from video experts.
Pros:
One comment is "this camera is amazing". Use it take videos of crazy rides on your bike or maybe use it all winter for snowboarding, The helmet mount video camera can capture outdoor video of the mountains as well as the runs. After a day on the slopes, maybe you will take the video to the bar.
Helmet Mount Video Camera
Across the board, the concept of the helmet action cam has caused a stir. The compact Wearable hands-free camcorder lets you record from within the action. Like having a personal replay of your sports action. The small, durable sports camcorder can take videos from amazing angles depending on the mounting and the sport. It can be mounted on handlebars, helmets, goggles, vehicles. mx’s, rc trucks and oars. It goes anywhere you can think to mount it.
Helmet Action Cam
Mountings vary with brand and style and some users are innovative with their own mountings. Some brands have lasers and rotating lenses to help align the cam for perfectly pointed videos right out of the box. Most record to SC cards. Users tell about recording authentic action videos in adverse weather conditions. Many helmet video cameras are waterproof however some are only water resistant. Most will pick up wind noise and are insulated from the elements, and from audio input.
Different brands come with a variety on-off switch styles.
The cons:
The strength of the helmet camcorder is in its agility as a wireless and compact helmet video camera. It is not meant to be a professional grade video camera and so far it is not. Though some say overall video quality is excellent for the size of the device, others are disappointed with the quality of the video. Quality varies with brand and style. Users have been positive about recording short action videos for sharing with friends and for email. Keep in mind that quality varies depending on lighting and vibrations.
Helmet Video Cameras
Battery power and memory varies, but you may get about 2 hours and more recording time on sd card memory. Software for viewing and editing has been an ememging technology. Make sure software is compatible with your computer. Some users experience slow downloads.
Now the Good news for shoppers this year:
Several helmet video camera companies have rolled out new HD sports video cams that feature improved video resolution and happier customers. Buy an HD helmet video camera for better image quality if you can swing the upgrade.
Though it may not be a replacement for your traditional video camera, a helmet camcorder is especially good for action sports, extreme sports, small videos and emails to pals.
The helmet action camera is perfect to catch your sports action with hands-free luxury. and it will please a recreational user, though not a video purist. Look at the quality of sample videos online. If you don’t like the quality, then don’t buy one.
Consider a waterproof helmet camcorder- kids of all ages have fun with underwater videos, even in the pool.
So should you purchase a helmet action cam? My opinion is yes. It is a hands down exciting addition to your sports life or a great gift to buy. Buy the helmet camcorder for what it is, a compact, Wearable, hands-free, agile fun video camera to record (and rerun) your best and most extreme sports fun.
GoPro HD Hero review and helmet cam
Yes, it’s the latest pixel-pushing contender for high-def helmetcam supremacy, the GoPro HD Hero; a little gray box in a waterproof case.
VholdR ContourHD1080p Full HD Helmet Camcorder
The world’s first wearable camcorder to capture 1080p Full HD video, which serves as an upgrade to the ContourHD.
Different Types of Helmet Camera Video Recording Systems
This helmet cam is waterproof up to 10 feet and shock resistant, so if you are caught in the rain, do not worry, you’re protected. The video quality of this wireless helmet camera is good but not as good as the camcorder.
Avalanche caught on helmet cam
Sure, it’s amazing footage, but I don’t know why we don’t have avalanche-triggering robots by now.
Helmet Cameras Put Under Microscope
Over the last few years, helmet cameras have been adopted by countless members of the fire service as a tool to capture their heroics on film.
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