go pro camera

[bski]

was thinking about getting one of these. was wondering if anyone has the hd 960 and if they had any feedback on it. i know the motorsports package would probably be the best choice but the hd960 is a bit less expensive

[Riverman]

Get the best one or you'll regret it later. I got one of the earlier, non HD ones and the video images are terrible.

[Adam McKeon]

I just ordered 2 more, another HD and a 960 just because I don't have one... should be here in a couple days.
I usually shoot in 760p anyway because it,s high def and more fps so you get a good flowing video...
download times are way shorter also.

Be sure to purchase a GOOD SD card either way.... I would recommend at least 32gb in a class 6 or higher.

Carry the directions with you at all times, the displays take some time to get used to and with out the manual you wont know what the hell is going on...

[Mr. Demeanor]

Some of the videos I see are distorted (wavy) especially when speeds get higher. Whats the cause of that and is it avoidable?

[WATERWINGS]

Mine does that some too......something to do with vibration.

[Adam McKeon]

The cause of your problem is most likely the SD card your using.... The SD card is what is " writing" the information. Better cards
can "write" info faster therefor producing a better video. ( no missed information ).. Key items to look for in an SD card... Look for SD HC or SD XC , the HC stands for high capacity. XC stands for Extreme Capacity. The greater the "gb" the more time you can video ( a 32gb should get you 480 min ) ... last and maybe the most important is the "class" of SD... usually rated at class 4,6,8,10 Ten being able to write info at blazing speeds..
The price of a 64gb SDXC class 10 will run you from roughly $200 - $700. A good camera shop will have them.

[jtaj77]

I usually shoot in 760p anyway because it,s high def and more fps so you get a good flowing video...
download times are way shorter also.

Be sure to purchase a GOOD SD card either way.... I would recommend at least 32gb in a class 6 or higher.

Carry the directions with you at all times, the displays take some time to get used to and with out the manual you wont know what the hell is going on...

I think the video looks better in 720 also. I have a 16gb class 6 card and it works pretty good. I think the batt will die before you fill up a 16gb on 720p.

[bski]

thanks for the feedback guys

[milkdud]

Yes the Go Pro Hero HD cams are pretty awesome. Vibration usually does not bother them much. They shoot incredibly wide angle, which helps a ton with blurr and vibration. The wider a lens the steadier it appears to be, just the nature of optics.

Yes shooting them at 720 60 fps is the best, it can produce smoother video ESPECIALLY when you slow it down for slow motion shots.

You can bring 60 fps back to 30 fps and it plays half time very smooth.

Only way to shoot video in your boat right now!

Conrad

[milkdud]

Yes the Go Pro Hero HD cams are pretty awesome. Vibration usually does not bother them much. They shoot incredibly wide angle, which helps a ton with blurr and vibration. The wider a lens the steadier it appears to be, just the nature of optics.

Yes shooting them at 720 60 fps is the best, it can produce smoother video ESPECIALLY when you slow it down for slow motion shots.

You can bring 60 fps back to 30 fps and it plays half time very smooth.

Only way to shoot video in your boat right now!

Conrad

[Ospreyproduction]

Transend makes some of the most reliable cards that will work just fine in the GP and these are class 10 cards. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/712659-REG/Transcend_TS32GSDHC10.html Pretty good price too. The wavy look from the GP is cause by the sensors limited capability.