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Video Recorder, Which Hero is best |
Randal |
Jan 2 2012, 10:32 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,446 Joined: 29-May 03 From: Los Altos, CA Member No.: 750 |
There seems to be a number of units available from Hero including a Motor Sports unit, Go Pro and so on.
So which is the preferred unit for recording AX, Hill Climb or Track events? |
ConeDodger |
Jan 2 2012, 10:41 PM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,589 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California |
Randal,
I have the Motorsports unit and it works great. I hear they have an updated model out now too. I am very pleased with mine and was just telling my son today that I would buy a couple more and mount them in various other places on the car so that I could do an edit and watch from multiple perspectives. |
hot_shoe914 |
Jan 3 2012, 06:51 AM
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on ramp passer Group: Members Posts: 3,802 Joined: 20-November 07 From: Earle, Ar. Member No.: 8,354 Region Association: None |
All the GoPro HD cameras are the same. The difference in the motorsports and others is the accessories. As Rob said, there is a new updated version out which has a place for an external mic. The older version works great and can be had a lot cheaper now if there are any left.
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ConeDodger |
Jan 3 2012, 11:07 AM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,589 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California |
All the GoPro HD cameras are the same. The difference in the motorsports and others is the accessories. As Rob said, there is a new updated version out which has a place for an external mic. The older version works great and can be had a lot cheaper now if there are any left. I had suspected they were all the same. Best Buy has started to carry accessories too. My only complaint has been the bone head operator forgetting to shut off the camera between runs and the battery not lasting long enough. I am looking into getting and carrying a spare battery. The bone head, I'm not so sure what to do about... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif) |
dakotaewing |
Jan 3 2012, 12:01 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,160 Joined: 8-July 03 From: DeSoto, Tx Member No.: 897 Region Association: Southwest Region |
All the GoPro HD cameras are the same. The difference in the motorsports and others is the accessories. As Rob said, there is a new updated version out which has a place for an external mic. The older version works great and can be had a lot cheaper now if there are any left. I had suspected they were all the same. Best Buy has started to carry accessories too. My only complaint has been the bone head operator forgetting to shut off the camera between runs and the battery not lasting long enough. I am looking into getting and carrying a spare battery. The bone head, I'm not so sure what to do about... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif) The Hero and the Hero2 are different. The best camera is the Hero2, which is easier to use as the options are more clearly defined, and the stills are 11MP, rather than 5MP on the original Hero. I bought a Hero2 before Christmas and took it to Costa Rica for vacation. The image quality is VERY good - I was very surprised. As stated above, the "editions" provide different accessories - Also, If you are going to film more than about 45 minutes between charges, spend the $50 and get the battery back pack - I am glad I did for our trip - |
McMark |
Jan 3 2012, 04:51 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
The only two GoPro camera bodies available currently (newest models) are the HD Hero and the HD Hero2. Both of these are better than the model that was sold in the group buy here a few years ago.
Features I care about only in the HD Hero2 * Aux. mic. input. * Adjustable field of view (170, 127, 90 degrees) - so if you're seeing more car interior than course, you can switch to a smaller FOV. * Better video quality As mentioned, the 'editions' are merely accessory packages. So even if you were to buy the wrong one, you could supplement your purchase with the correct accessories. If I were shopping, I would buy a HD Hero2 Motorsports Edition. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/gopro.com-419-1325631097.1.jpg) |
Eric_Shea |
Jan 3 2012, 04:55 PM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,275 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
I got the hero 2. There's also a light meter setting for in car shots. External mic is a big plus for what I want to do.
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ConeDodger |
Jan 3 2012, 04:58 PM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,589 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California |
The only two GoPro camera bodies available currently (newest models) are the HD Hero and the HD Hero2. Both of these are better than the model that was sold in the group buy here a few years ago. Features I care about only in the HD Hero2 * Aux. mic. input. * Adjustable field of view (170, 127, 90 degrees) - so if you're seeing more car interior than course, you can switch to a smaller FOV. * Better video quality As mentioned, the 'editions' are merely accessory packages. So even if you were to buy the wrong one, you could supplement your purchase with the correct accessories. If I were shopping, I would buy a HD Hero2 Motorsports Edition. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/gopro.com-419-1325631097.1.jpg) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) With all of the above except that the last 'group buy' organized by HotShoe was for the HD, not the original... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
ConeDodger |
Jan 3 2012, 05:01 PM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,589 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California |
I got the hero 2. There's also a light meter setting for in car shots. External mic is a big plus for what I want to do. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I want to run an external to just outside the engine cover so I can have engine for soundtrack. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/evilgrin.gif) |
campbellcj |
Jan 3 2012, 11:59 PM
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I can't Re Member Group: Members Posts: 4,545 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Agoura, CA Member No.: 21 Region Association: Southern California |
FWIW I would get the latest (2) version as well if you care about audio -- for in-car use the original HD version's built-in mics are awful.
I'm planning to get a Hero 2 to use in-car with an external mic, and then I can mount my earlier version someplace interesting i.e. rear-facing or outside the car. |
naro914 |
Mar 5 2012, 02:27 PM
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Losing my mind... Group: Members Posts: 2,476 Joined: 26-May 06 From: Charlotte, NC Member No.: 6,073 Region Association: South East States |
FYI, if anyone is interested in a remote on/off button for GoPro (not remote control, but a wired button to start / stop the camera recording) I sell them for the guy that makes them.
$60 each. Comes with 8' cable. You need to modify the case a bit, but not a big deal. Instructions included. I used it this weekend at Barber and it worked great. no more figuring out how to reach the camera, or recording 5 minutes of sitting in grid/paddock/pits etc. from when you turn on the camera until you actually get moving. PM me if you're interested... |
pete |
Mar 5 2012, 02:41 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 158 Joined: 23-August 10 From: New Jersey Member No.: 12,092 Region Association: North East States |
I want to replace my old video camera soon. Uses small 60 minute cassette tapes. I would like to get a digital video recorder. I'm only a point and shoot kind of photographer. I rarely take more than 30 minutes of video at a time. Would the GoPro Camera be a good choice? I like all the available attachments and the size of it. I read a review once that this person wouldn't use it as their only video camera for say vacations and home movies. Why not?
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campbellcj |
Mar 5 2012, 03:13 PM
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I can't Re Member Group: Members Posts: 4,545 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Agoura, CA Member No.: 21 Region Association: Southern California |
I want to replace my old video camera soon. Uses small 60 minute cassette tapes. I would like to get a digital video recorder. I'm only a point and shoot kind of photographer. I rarely take more than 30 minutes of video at a time. Would the GoPro Camera be a good choice? I like all the available attachments and the size of it. I read a review once that this person wouldn't use it as their only video camera for say vacations and home movies. Why not? The GoPro is pretty versatile for action-shots i.e. in-car or helmet-cam but it would be far from my first choice as a general purpose video camera. You're better off with a traditional cameraphone, point-and-shoot or camcorder for stuff like vacations or the kids' school play... |
1973-914-2L |
Mar 5 2012, 03:44 PM
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914 newb ... Group: Members Posts: 93 Joined: 4-March 12 From: Stockton, Nor-Cal Member No.: 14,217 Region Association: Central California |
I have the Hero Motorsport .. not the 2 but it is a great camera .. a little PITA until you get used to how it functions .. and the view angles (no viewer yet) and the battery lasts 2 hrs .. I now have bac pac that doubles that .. once you get it figured out you can get great footage and edit with almost any editing software ..
Really slick little deals .. I enjoy it .. You will to .. Also they re very tough if in the case .. the cases are almost bullet proof .. Steve |
Andyrew |
Mar 5 2012, 04:51 PM
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Spooling.... Please wait Group: Members Posts: 13,376 Joined: 20-January 03 From: Riverbank, Ca Member No.: 172 Region Association: Northern California |
To be perfectly honest, I have the helmet Hero HD and I use the base that was in the display package that you see (4x4 plastic), added some velcro to the base and tape IT to whatever body pannel I want. I dont trust suction cups..
So it doesnt matter what one you use, its about HD vs HD2. I like the HD, but I think the HD2 really is the next buy for me.. |
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