Action cam... possible substitute for the go pro?

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doodah
doodah
WA
301 posts
WA, 301 posts
15 Feb 2011 12:29pm
Hi guys. I don't have a go pro, but have been interested in one, or something similar for some time now. The Oregon Action camera seems to do the same thing plus lots more. I would be interested to hear from anyone who has one, or believes the go pro to be a better option. See link below. Cheers

Oh, by the way my camera knowledge is somewhat limited so any advice would be appreciated

http://au.oregonscientific.com/cat-Outdoor-sub-Action-Cam-prod-ATC9K-HD-Action-Camera.html
K Dog
K Dog
VIC
1847 posts
VIC, 1847 posts
15 Feb 2011 5:04pm
I got the next model down. The quality is cr@p compared to the GoPro for mine. I also used a Lumix FT2 and it recently died after a couple of months, water got through the seals..... I have to wait five weeks for the news from Panasonic and the thing failed after following ALL instructions.....c@nts....

I am now going to get a GoPro and only use it on a flymount. GoPro has a decent case, is light and a very decent quality picture. Plus it can do pulse photos (timed) so you get large res rather than just screen grabs from videos at 3mb at best.....

Only my opinion, but am really disappointed with the Lumix and the Oregon..........
Mobydisc
Mobydisc
NSW
9029 posts
NSW, 9029 posts
15 Feb 2011 6:14pm
I can't comment on the Oregon but I can comment on the GoPro. Its unreal. Its a great example of something designed to do one thing and to do it better than anything else ever made.

snides8
snides8
WA
1731 posts
WA, 1731 posts
15 Feb 2011 10:14pm
Mobydisc said...

I can't comment on the Oregon but I can comment on the GoPro. Its unreal. Its a great example of something designed to do one thing and to do it better than anything else ever made.




i tend to agree its a pretty good gadget
its even better now with the lcd screen ...makes it so
much easier to compose a shot and replay.
used mine for the first time today....niccccce!
Mobydisc
Mobydisc
NSW
9029 posts
NSW, 9029 posts
16 Feb 2011 10:19am
Do GoPros now have an LCD screen?
JoLee
JoLee
QLD
294 posts
QLD, 294 posts
16 Feb 2011 10:52am
Mobydisc said...

I can't comment on the Oregon but I can comment on the GoPro. Its unreal. Its a great example of something designed to do one thing and to do it better than anything else ever made.




You've got to take the GoPro on your Hols Doodah, we took footage on Maui last year sailing, snorkeling underwater on reef (very clear) etc. So small and light for trave, easy to use; even for me. Taking it back again this year, try taking more daring footage in the waves.
snides8
snides8
WA
1731 posts
WA, 1731 posts
16 Feb 2011 9:43am
Mobydisc said...

Do GoPros now have an LCD screen?



its an add on screen that clips to the back
the menu system is displayed on screen as well
which makes it easier to understand.
see the go pro site for further info.

i should add it only works with the newer HD models and also requires a software update.
Mobydisc
Mobydisc
NSW
9029 posts
NSW, 9029 posts
16 Feb 2011 1:30pm
Yes I have the newest GoPro.

I don't think I'll worry about the LCD screen as I see the GoPro as a sort of point and shoot device. Not a camera you check the angle and review footage on.

If I make it up to the Burrum GPS comp I'll take the GoPro with me and will take some footage. I'll try and buy a few different mounts so the footage can be mixed up a bit.

WindRider
WindRider
QLD
839 posts
QLD, 839 posts
16 Feb 2011 1:00pm
I have the ATC9K with the GPS module and the picture quality is bit better than the GoPro HD. The battery life is heaps better. The GPS option is ok, but the altitude display is good.

When we get wind again, I will use the ATC9k on my helmet and the GoPro on the mast or boom.
Rad Lad
Rad Lad
226 posts
226 posts
16 Feb 2011 11:21am
gggrrrrrrrrrrrrr
sboardcrazy
sboardcrazy
NSW
8333 posts
NSW, 8333 posts
16 Feb 2011 2:31pm
Rad Lad said...

gggrrrrrrrrrrrrr


Mobydisc
Mobydisc
NSW
9029 posts
NSW, 9029 posts
16 Feb 2011 3:43pm
Rad Lad said...

gggrrrrrrrrrrrrr



Whats the problem? These videos are a great way to share a part of what is great about windsurfing. My friends, family and colleagues liked the ones I made.

If you don't like them, don't watch them.






doodah
doodah
WA
301 posts
WA, 301 posts
16 Feb 2011 2:04pm
JoLee said...

Mobydisc said...

I can't comment on the Oregon but I can comment on the GoPro. Its unreal. Its a great example of something designed to do one thing and to do it better than anything else ever made.




You've got to take the GoPro on your Hols Doodah, we took footage on Maui last year sailing, snorkeling underwater on reef (very clear) etc. So small and light for trave, easy to use; even for me. Taking it back again this year, try taking more daring footage in the waves.


Yeah, thats what I was thinking Jo. I like the extras on the Action cam tho as it would double as a gps whilst still taking descent stills and movies on and off the water. Plus it would be the only camera that I would be taking with me as I like to travel with as little stuff as possible.

Hopefully my foot's better by then!

Thanks for the feedback


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