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Go Pro Cameras
 Go Pro Cameras provide you with a very affordable, easy to use camera system that provides quality footage of your on track experience. The ease of use and flexibility is phenominal for any camera in this price range and is used extensively in the 10/10ths race car.
This camera takes both video and still photos. SD cards sold separately.
There are various mount options available that are clean and easy. You do not need a roll bar, dediated camera mount etc. to use this system. The camera also records directly to a SD Card so that you can immediately download it to your computer and it will be ready to play back.
The case is weather proof as well allowing you to use it in rainy and/or wet conditions, even if outside of your car.
EXAMPLE VIDEO (from the 10/10ths car)
EXAMPLE VIDEO (from inside the 10/10ths car - Dash Cam)
The Motorsports Hero Wide camera is best suited for roadcourse driving use and is what I use on my car.
Features include:
The world's smallest, wireless on-board video camera.
The Motorsports HERO Wide quick-release attaches to helmets, cars, motorcycles, boats, planes, etc. Features the industry's widest 170º wide angle lens and 5 megapixel sensor for the most immersive point of view video and photos possible from a wearable sports camera, period.
Sets up in seconds and is easily moved between different mount locations. Shoot 56 minutes of high-resolution video and 5 megapixel photos automatically in "Photo every 2 seconds" mode. Use as a hand held camera, too. Shockproof and waterproof to 100 feet/30 meters.
Based on the best selling original Motorsports HERO camera, the Motorsports HERO Wide features improved video, photo, audio, and low light performance. Reliability in ultra-high vibration environments has been improved with an entirely new internal circuit design. Battery life is improved to 3 hours of video record time when using Lithium batteries and 2 hours when using NiMH rechargeable batteries.
Five quick-release adhesive mounts and industrial strength suction cup are included. Suction cup is GoPro-approved for external high speed driving and riding, and is strong enough to pull dents out of a car door (unfortunately tested by GoPro). Adhesive mounts are removable but require purposeful removal by user. Safe on painted surface.
Additional expansion mounts available separately, including roll bar, handlebar/seatpost, chest harness, and surfboard mounts.
FAQ
- What kind of batteries does the camera use?
- The camera runs on 2 AAA batteries. We highly suggest using ENERGIZER LITHIUM or ENERGIZER Rechargeable NiMH (900 or higher mAh) batteries to get the best performance.
- How long will the batteries last?
- You will get 2 hours of recording time (photos or automatic photo mode) in mild and warmer temperatures with LITHIUM or Rechargeable NiMH battery types. Alkaline are not recommended for extended use in GoPro cameras as their battery life is very short and they suffer voltage drop (failure) from vibration.
- IN COLD WEATHER use LITHIUM batteries to maximize recording time…they do not lose voltage as quickly as the other battery types. In 15 degree Fahrenheit temps you can expect 1 hour of recording time...so half the normal amount of recording time.
- Does the camera have built-in memory?
- Yes, there is 16MB internal memory…good for about 25 photos or a short video. YOU WILL WANT TO GET A MEMORY CARD.
- What size and type of memory card does the camera take?
- You can add up to a 2GB standard SD memory card. There is no benefit to running a high speed card.
- What is the largest memory card the camera will take?
- The largest card is a 2GB standard SD memory card. The camera will not recognize larger cards.
- How much recording time do you get with a 2GB card?
- With 2GB you can record up to 56 minutes of continuous video or take over 3000+ photos.
- What is the picture resolution?
- The camera captures 5 megapixel digital photos. There is also a mode that shoots a photo every 2 or 5 seconds automatically for 2 hours when using Lithium or NiMH batteries (see above).
- What is the video resolution?
- Video is recorded at 512x384 at 30 frames per second.
- What is the video format?
- The camera compresses video using the Motion JPEG codec and stores the footage as an AVI (.avi) file.
- Is there sound?
- Yes, there is sound. The camera has ‘HI’ and ‘LO’ sound settings. LO was designed for motorsports or other loud external noise environments.
- Is there zoom?
- The GoPro HERO cameras do not have zoom.
- How is the maximum depth you can take the HERO cameras?
- You can take the HERO cameras in the waterproof housing to 100 feet.
- Both the Wrist HERO Housing and Quick Release Housing go to 100 feet.
- Is the camera compatible with Windows? Or Mac?
- YES, the cameras are compatible with Windows AND Mac. You can use with Windows ME/2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS 9.1 or later.
- Are the digital cameras the all the same for each kit?
- YES, the actual digital cameras inside the housings are the same for the Digital HERO 3, Helmet HERO and Motorsports HERO kits. This makes them interchangeable with each other and all GoPro accessory expansion kits.
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