I'm looking to buy a Go Pro 1080p,I'm assuming this is the latest version ?
Dose anyone know of a reputable store and can you recommend what i will be needing in the kit [thumbsup]
Hi Dockstrada,
I've found the Motor Sports pack is all that I've really needed. You can also buy a roll bar mount, if you want to mount to the front forks, or somewhere similar.
If you really want to mount it to the helmet, the motor sports pack comes with the necessary mounts.
I bought mine through a group buy on another website (Netrider) & this guy did a great price, could be worth mentioning it & seeing if he'll repeat the deal.; http://www.getonitsports.com/goprohdmotorsport.htm (http://www.getonitsports.com/goprohdmotorsport.htm)
I ordered the motor sports kit, 16gb Kingston card & it came to $435. The group buy price knocked $100 off this & that included shipping to me.
Good luck!
[thumbsup]
Can I ask if there is there a specific reason you chose the Go-Pro over something like the Contour HD? The Go-Pro is kinda boxy if you wanted to mount it on your bike or helmet, whereas the Contour is much more streamlined and smaller. The output is very good for both, albeit the Go-pro is a more solid construction if you drop it etc. The basic Contour is $299 from JB HiFi, based on my investigations its priced the same everywhere, dunno about the Go-Pro, I discounted it based on size.
Quote from: Sundog on August 14, 2011, 01:53:03 AM
Can I ask if there is there a specific reason you chose the Go-Pro over something like the Contour HD?
yeah a friend has a Contour and it is small and the video quality is equivalent to a Go-Pro. He just had a hi speed stack off his mountain bike and had concerns about the warranty. He contacted the guys in the US and they have been extremely helpful, looks like he will get it replaced under warranty. I am impressed and thinking of getting one myself. It is small, fits anywhere, and has a name like a tampon, what more could you want? [laugh]
You can look at my/our favorite camera store who sell the go pro..
http://www.digitalcamerawarehouse.com.au/category767_1.htm (http://www.digitalcamerawarehouse.com.au/category767_1.htm)
I did look around & have to admit that the Contour does look much more sexy, but that was only one factor.
There was a group buy, I can take it on holidays and use it underwater when diving etc.
I'm off in just over two weeks to Fiji & the GoPro will definitely be coming with me!
The thing is great & quite flexible it its applications, so it was the one for me.
Quote from: dan_t on August 14, 2011, 02:29:49 AM
I did look around & have to admit that the Contour does look much more sexy, but that was only one factor.
There was a group buy, I can take it on holidays and use it underwater when diving etc.
I'm off in just over two weeks to Fiji & the GoPro will definitely be coming with me!
The thing is great & quite flexible it its applications, so it was the one for me.
Half your luck , have fun and dont think about us poor bastids that have to ride our Dukes
and BMW [thumbsup]
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Half your luck , have fun and dont think about us poor bastids that have to ride our Dukes and BMW [thumbsup]
Ha!
I've already got that one covered!!!!
I'm packing a Ducati sticker to slap on the side of one of of these.......
(http://i388.photobucket.com/albums/oo325/dan_thackray/P3130283.jpg)
[Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph]
Quote from: dan_t on August 14, 2011, 02:38:18 AM
Ha!
I've already got that one covered!!!!
I'm packing a Ducati sticker to slap on the side of one of of these.......
(http://i388.photobucket.com/albums/oo325/dan_thackray/P3130283.jpg)
[Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph]
Nice helmet [thumbsup]
Ok so its the GoPro’s HD Motorsports HERO , Matty's recommended store seems to be the most convenient and well priced Il be going next week [thumbsup]
Yep, The 1080 is the current latest, there are a heap of kits to choose from.
If your looking at it just for the bike, either the Motor Pack, and as you mention in Title, a helmet pack.
I got a Surf Pack, then optioned it up with kite attachments, helmet, Handle bar, and a Grab Kit....lots of pieces.
(http://i908.photobucket.com/albums/ac284/Cabron999/CopyofGOPR0510.jpg)
(http://i908.photobucket.com/albums/ac284/Cabron999/CopyofGOPR0554.jpg)
You can also get a little LCD screen for them now....works well.
As in previous posts, I had a lot of vibration with GoPro mounts, so i ended up making one.
(http://i908.photobucket.com/albums/ac284/Cabron999/P1000150a.jpg)
Video is much, much less shakey than by using regular GoPro mounts (Res reduced for Youtube)
Putty Rd Brief Vid (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbKrvb93i7o#)
Note: IMO the helmet is not a great view for the bike. It doesn't really show the lean angle, the bumps, etc etc. I use one on my Mtb Bike, and it looks cool but doesn't show what is really happening...hard to explain. The chest harness is a great POV
Is that an SV1000 in front of you?
Yep.....It was terrible, the sound, the stinky exhaust......If it wasn't for my good manners, well you would be seeing it in my rear vision mirror......No actually, it would be on Dan T's video....as he was tucked in behind me.... [Dolph]
Here's some underwater GoPro footage. I've taken it down to 40m a couple of times now without any problems. They are actually rated to 60m!
I had the camera on a "head-mount", which is a mount on an elastic strap, like wearing a head-lamp.
Filmed in 1080p I think it came out pretty well. Although you can see it doesn't like low light too much when I go through the swim through (it just gets a little grainy)
Hippolyte Rocks (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saMiRbHAgbY&feature=player_embedded#)
As mentioned, the helmet cam is a OK POV, however it just doesn't show ....the level/steepness/etc etc. The video's below are quite steep, and the rock drop off's are bigger than they appear (so I say). The only way to see is when my arms extend/compress..
Is is cool to see where you actually look though, side mount on a helmet is mmmmmm...lop-sided (It sucks...the small amount of weight actually affects alot) if you are to mount on helmet, put on top, or in front of chin....not on side, my mistake
Manly1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6amAcla1Zys#)
Manly4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCK30Z5-5PE#)
Got a couple more vid's uploading that show speed increase/ decrease quite well, however height/steepness etc, it just doesn't show..
Cabron [Dolph]
Quote from: Yellow Meanie on August 15, 2011, 05:08:21 AM
Here's some underwater GoPro footage. I've taken it down to 40m a couple of times now without any problems. They are actually rated to 60m!
I had the camera on a "head-mount", which is a mount on an elastic strap, like wearing a head-lamp.
Filmed in 1080p I think it came out pretty well. Although you can see it doesn't like low light too much when I go through the swim through (it just gets a little grainy)
Mr Meanie,
How well does the head mount work? Does it interfere with your mask? Does it need any adjustment during the dive? Is there any prep-work you need to do on the housing (greasing the "o-ring" for example)? Any other advice/feedback for in-water use?
It seems the wide angle lens does not allow a narrow torch beam to improve the lighting ... so shallow water seems the only feasible solution to the big blue.
Hi Betty,
The head mount is great, it has a strap that goes around your head and one that goes over the top too. It's quite wide and has sticky rubbery stuff on the inside to hold it in place. It doesn't interfere with my mask at all as it sits just above it. No adjustment necessary during the dive, but it is a good idea to get your buddy to check the viewing angle is right before you descend. I did a night dive with the camera pointing up too high. I only saw my torch beam once on the whole video...
http://gopro.com/camera-mounts/head-strap-mount/ (http://gopro.com/camera-mounts/head-strap-mount/)
The only prep work, is to obviously use the waterproof door, and make sure the o-ring is clean and dry. Any foreign material (grit, dust, hair) can compromise the seal. GoPro warn against using any grease etc.
Flat aftermarket lenses are available, which are apparently better for underwater use. I've scratched my lens, so I might pick up a flat one along with the standard replacement. The majority of that dive was between 30 - 40m, as long as the vis is good, there seems to be enough light.
Thanks mate, the footage looks awesome. I was asking about the o-ring because we (by we I mean she) used to apply a thin layer of silicone grease to the still camera ... and like you said GoPro discourage it - but they also won't warrant the watertightness.
It was the 60m rating that sold me (even though we haven't dived since the Boss' accident). After the feedback from the Ozmo gang I opted for the little brother 960 version as I didn't see myself recording at full definition anyway.
Just need to learn how to use it and how to edit videos. Bought mine from Monster Parts (couldn't resist while we were buying some other stuff) and Jeff went above and beyond.
I have found that mounting is the hardest bit. I am yet to find an acceptable mounting spot on my monster (but maybe I am being too picky). I am working on rigging something up so I will post up a photo if it works.
All I am after is a combination of good/ interesting view point, minimal vibration and good sound. Is that too much to ask?
I really think what you need Techno, is multiple mounting points. Keep changing them throughout the ride.
After all, no-one likes to watch a video shot solely from the one position ;)
I really like the shot from the camera mounted on the rear grab rail.
You can see the whole side of the bike, the road ahead, good lean angle, and my kevlar jeans flapping in the breeze really help with the sensation of speed.
Unfortunately my arse gets in the way when I lean off the bike.
Have you tried the suction cup off the side of the tank? It's nice and solid, and provides a good view too.
I agree with the multiple shot selection. I have about 4 in mind which should break up the monotony if I edit them together. At the moment, the funs in the experimenting. But so is the frustration when you get back from a ride an realise you have nothing captured. Thats happened a few times already. [bang]
I have the VIO POV, Very small camera head & easy to mount just about anywhere. The recording unit is a little bulky but the whole thing is waterproof without any housing, built in LCD & the extra features with a small cam with little wind resistance when its on your helmet is what won me over. The quality is great with the new POV.HD & 142 degree field of view at 1080p.
I shot this with my old POV1.5
Ducati S4RS Helmet Cam (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rywhxA-yP_k&feature=player_detailpage#)
If any one on the forum is interested in a POV.HD see my post here http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=1171.885 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=1171.885)
Hayze
For anyone interested I borrowed a mates ContourHD, the result is my little ride to work this morning. It is pretty good quality. Anyhow ;D
ContourHD Ducati Monster S2R 1000 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q63sgFqt8Rk#)
Quote from: Mr.S2R on September 01, 2011, 04:21:00 AM
For anyone interested I borrowed a mates ContourHD, the result is my little ride to work this morning. It is pretty good quality. Anyhow ;D
That is your ride to work everyday? I am green with envy you lucky bastard.
Quote from: Twizted on September 01, 2011, 05:13:19 AM
That is your ride to work everyday? I am green with envy you lucky bastard.
that is the end part actually before joining the mainstream with all the cagers...
I should post the start of that video... [Dolph] [thumbsup]
I bought the ContourHD yesterday + the handlebar mount bracket which looks like it will also fit on too the M1100's frame without a problem. I'm justy not sure of the exact placement so will experiment with the alignment lasers a bit.
The weather looks good Saturday so I'll be going up around Red Hill to the 'Seat and so will capture a run or two for tweaking the camera settings as far as light, sound and video quality go. I'll post my results over the weekend.
Quote from: Sundog on September 01, 2011, 10:33:29 PM
I bought the ContourHD yesterday + the handlebar mount bracket
that is what I borrowed from my mate. You may want to put some thicker rubber as it may dampen some of the vibration - which is shown as waviness (such a word) from the engine harmonics - also mentioned earlier in this thread. My frame sliders come out from the frame (sounds a bit obvious) so that is where I mounted the camera. Took about 20 minutes with the laser alignment to get the result you see (as per video previous). Make sure you have the laser dots a bit lower then the horizontal and you should get a good view. There is now also a bluetooth connection which allows you to connect to your iPhone and preview the video to get better alignment!
I am still undecided whether to get the GoPro or Contour... [thumbsup]
Here's my vid from Saturday. It turned out pretty good really, I'm pleased with the camera and the quality of the capture. The audio is pretty good as well, it clearly captures the engine sounds and there is wind noise but its not completely over-powering. I got a bit carried away and put a soundtrack on it, which might upset the YT folk and get it pulled, I dunno, let's see. Turn your speakers and up and let rip.
Redhill and Arthur's Seat (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu4EUEpMWOA#)
I see what you mean about wavy line, it looks like a heat haze on the film but comes and goes as the revs (and vibration) reach certain harmonics I believe.
I recently bought a Go-Pro also. This was used on the Snow over the ditch......
I tried Helmet mounted as well as a "hand holder" that strapped via velcro around the glove. As mentioned earlier it has good a good resolution and easy to use but doesn't show the slope.
Looks like I cruised the flats all day.
I think this is one of those gadgets that keeps you coming back to buy the accessories.
Today I picked up the lcd screen and a top notch SD card as my last one failed just when I needed it.
I should be just about set now.
back when we were all playing with cameras two position were the best behind the screen and facing back wards on the passengers seat with an external mick taped besides the cans , two cameras running at once worked even better showing following bike lean angles and over taking and some with a little editing cheers bazz
Warning - GOPRO Users....
Yes, I know this is a custom mount, however I removed camera this morning only to find the plastic case has cracked right along the mount/pivot point where it reaches the camera housing. Only 1 side was broken through completely, and the other has stress cracks through the plastic, and it wouldn't take much to break off and lose the camera completely. I was worried that the mount was too rigid, and vibration may cause issues with the camera, however I didn't expect this.
Glued back together with Loctite 406, and I became part of the assembly for a minute or two.....now sporting Superglue finger
Just something to watch out for........Bugger, running off to get a new housing now as don't trust this one on the front of the surfboard anymore......
(http://i908.photobucket.com/albums/ac284/Cabron999/P1000150a.jpg)
Can anyone tell me the simplest editing program to use with the GoPro ????
Honestly? I just use the Windows Live Movie Maker. Free with Windows. you can dowload it easy enough.
Yeah, that's what I used as well, I just downloaded it from MS and away I went. The YT video below was edited with it from 5 separate clips, then I matched the soundtrack and the cutaways and that was it. Took me about 30-45m.
id really like to get one of these for my next big trip