Bike Camera Suggestions?
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The GoPro and Contour are purpose-built for active use. I would suggest taking a second look. Since they will do what you want and can be mounted if you should decide.
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I have a Nikon CoolPix AW100 here in Afghanistan. It's a compact rugged point and shoot that has most of the features you describe.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/17285606?a...l5=pla&veh=sem
http://www.walmart.com/ip/17285606?a...l5=pla&veh=sem
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Canon's G12 only does 720P, but that's still HD. It's their "pro" model P&S that has Image Stabilization and is a pretty good little camera.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...al_Camera.html
I'm a fan of Olympus's Micro 4/3 cameras. They are mirrorless cameras that let you use interchangeable lenses. You can pick up a used higher end model or a new lower end model for a decent price. Lenses can be pricey, but they're generally cheaper than a DSLR. I shoot with a Canon 5D MKII, 15mm f/2.8 Fish Eye, 85 f/1.8, 17-40 f/4L, 24-70 f/2.8, and 70-200 f/2.8L IS. Obviously these won't all fit on a Deuce, and even if they did it's over 30lbs. The Olympus OM-D, which is their highest end M43 camera out now, with a Panasonic Lumix 17 f/1.7 and Oly 45 f/1.8 prime pretty much replaced that whole menagerie with I want to take a camera with me on the bike and even for just walk around purposes in the car now.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...al_Camera.html
I'm a fan of Olympus's Micro 4/3 cameras. They are mirrorless cameras that let you use interchangeable lenses. You can pick up a used higher end model or a new lower end model for a decent price. Lenses can be pricey, but they're generally cheaper than a DSLR. I shoot with a Canon 5D MKII, 15mm f/2.8 Fish Eye, 85 f/1.8, 17-40 f/4L, 24-70 f/2.8, and 70-200 f/2.8L IS. Obviously these won't all fit on a Deuce, and even if they did it's over 30lbs. The Olympus OM-D, which is their highest end M43 camera out now, with a Panasonic Lumix 17 f/1.7 and Oly 45 f/1.8 prime pretty much replaced that whole menagerie with I want to take a camera with me on the bike and even for just walk around purposes in the car now.
With regards to the iPhone, have you seen this? I ran across it during my hunt for alternatives.
http://www.mophie.com/juice-pack-PRO...pr-ip4-blk.htm
http://www.mophie.com/juice-pack-PRO...pr-ip4-blk.htm
I'll have to read up in it,thanks for sharing.
I jailbroke mine a year ago and use a variety of different developer apps.
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The OP wanted a still camera that could do videos and the GoPro is a video camera that can take stills. The difference is the lack of quality and control he'll have while taking images. If he's fine for that and would rather have a wide angle video camera, then go for it...
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As previously mentioned, the Canon S100 is a capable point and shoot.
I own several Canon and Panasonic cameras and have been pleased with all of them. My friends and family feel the same way.
For a small travel point and shoot I would want a good optical image stabilizer, a large optical zoom range and the ability to zoom while shooting video. I also like a camera with a decent burst mode. While I am driving my work truck, I often take pictures of interesting vehicles and accidents. It is nice to be able to take five to ten shots in a second or two and then choose the best one.
There are too many good choices.
Here are a couple more to consider:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/pana...-dmc-zs15-tz25
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/pana...20-tz30-review
Here is the list of compact camera reviews on DPReview:
http://www.dpreview.com/camerareview...cts&order=date
Also check out the user reviews of a potential camera on Amazon.
I also recommend Costco. They have the best return policy in case you get a defective camera or it does not meet your expectations.
Good luck with your decision and have a safe ride.
I own several Canon and Panasonic cameras and have been pleased with all of them. My friends and family feel the same way.
For a small travel point and shoot I would want a good optical image stabilizer, a large optical zoom range and the ability to zoom while shooting video. I also like a camera with a decent burst mode. While I am driving my work truck, I often take pictures of interesting vehicles and accidents. It is nice to be able to take five to ten shots in a second or two and then choose the best one.
There are too many good choices.
Here are a couple more to consider:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/pana...-dmc-zs15-tz25
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/pana...20-tz30-review
Here is the list of compact camera reviews on DPReview:
http://www.dpreview.com/camerareview...cts&order=date
Also check out the user reviews of a potential camera on Amazon.
I also recommend Costco. They have the best return policy in case you get a defective camera or it does not meet your expectations.
Good luck with your decision and have a safe ride.