To Go or not to Go-Pro
Background
Personally interested I’m photography like biking ,touring…..
I normally carry my DSLR kits during my rides.
[Nikkon D5100,18-105,50mm1.8]
I also use a Sony P&S, and my latest gear is Nokia Pureview 808.
I wanted some small rugged gear to capture some moments with my bike.
I normally have to remove my gloves take the DSLR out of the bag when I’m on my bike.
So I came across Go-Pro. The camera most of the Xbhpins uses.
It really delivered a lot of moments in many travelogues.
Is this the only solutions?
The Rugged Cameras
Now there are some good rugged cameras out there under INR 17K!!
Rugged means, Waterproof+ Shock Proof+ 4-6 Feet fall proof.
These all comes with Built in GPS, Full HD video Recording.
Yes, they take good pictures with HDR too
So I short listed some of them,
- Panasonic Lumix TS20
- Nikon Coolpix AW100
- Olympus Tough TG-810
All the above are great cameras they deliver a good battery life also. But you can use the other camera as regular camera in everyday life. It a normal point and shoot camera after all. This is one flexibility makes Go Pro looks like an Alien in the crowd.
But when we consider a battery life, The Go pro is a winner. It is much more power optimized and lack of Big LCD screen bumps up the battery Life.
How do I fix them to my bike or Helmet?
This big question makes GoPro a winner again. It has all the fancy mounts which can practically strict to anywhere.
Can I get these mounts?
Yes, there are some DIY’s about the camera and mobile mounts in Xbhp.
Or there are many off the shelf solution too.
Outdoor Aluminum Alloy Mount Holder for Camera
Attachment 85570Outdoor Aluminum Alloy Mount Holder for Camera - Golden + Black - Worldwide Free Shipping - DX
Flexible Joint Camera Stand with Suction Grip Base
Flexible Joint Camera Stand with Suction Grip Base - Worldwide Free Shipping - DX
So if you want to get something similar to Go Pro this is your answer. We Indians consider VFM before buying anything and this is a VFM solution.
Now I’m thinking I should put my Nokia 808 in waterproof rugged cover with a tripod mount. So, I can use it for my Motograpy. It has excellent video performances .
Drive Safe!! Because you’ll never know how you end up if you use a lot creativity in taking Picture while driving!!
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