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Zod Rhombus · 02-22-2009, 09:08 PM

I want to put an onboard camera on my crawlers/drifter/airplane. What seems to be the best option in your opinions?

I thought of a swivel head Flycamone2, but I've heard a lot of bad stuff about its durability. Everyone seems to like the old ST Lab 5-n-1 eDVR micro camera, and that's my lead choice so far. Also, I was wondering about those cheap Chinese 2.4 Ghz remote systems you can find on eBay, since I have a A/V input in my camera.

What have you guys used with success? The cheaper the better.....Thanks!

Duuuuuuuude · 02-22-2009, 09:57 PM

http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/searc...earchid=230177

Zod Rhombus · 02-22-2009, 10:56 PM

I'm sorry, I probably didn't phrase that in a manner that was clear.

I'm not searching for a camera per se (I used the search option before starting the thread). I am searching for a consensus on the best type of micro camera to use based on user experiences.

I couldn't find one clear thread that had opinions on different types of cameras, so I thought it would be helpful to have one in which multiple cameras were discussed for those interested in onboard video. (and I could gain some insight too ;) )

Nova's Ark · 02-22-2009, 11:19 PM

Mini video camera for inside body

Maybe that thread will help a little. It is in the chit chat section. Good luck and post what you find out.

Zod Rhombus · 02-23-2009, 07:42 AM

Thanks!

quickster47 · 02-23-2009, 08:22 AM

Give this one a try. It has proven great so far.

http://shop.helmetcameracentral.com/HC-GOPRO-WIDE.html

Post #381
Harley's "ARC" chassis build

Carl

Zod Rhombus · 02-23-2009, 08:24 PM

That Go Pro camera looks promising. I like the fact its waterproof.

RB_Steve · 02-23-2009, 11:16 PM

Turns out that strapping a normal compact digital camera to an RC car is a bad idea: Either you totally hose the cars CG and its a pain to drive and/or you flip said car and damage car and/or camera.

It was all fun and laughs while it lasted...until car flipped and camera damaged.

Be sure to post pix of YOUR instal/setup once you get it going. I think people get more excited about posting the vids they make with the camera and forget to post the setup info.

Good luck!

02-22-2009, 09:08 PM	#1
Zod Rhombus Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Calabash, NC Posts: 348	Onboard camera I want to put an onboard camera on my crawlers/drifter/airplane. What seems to be the best option in your opinions? I thought of a swivel head Flycamone2, but I've heard a lot of bad stuff about its durability. Everyone seems to like the old ST Lab 5-n-1 eDVR micro camera, and that's my lead choice so far. Also, I was wondering about those cheap Chinese 2.4 Ghz remote systems you can find on eBay, since I have a A/V input in my camera. What have you guys used with success? The cheaper the better.....Thanks!

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02-22-2009, 09:57 PM	#2
Duuuuuuuude Suck it up! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Arkansas Posts: 11,652	http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/searc...earchid=230177

02-22-2009, 10:56 PM	#3
Zod Rhombus Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Calabash, NC Posts: 348	I'm sorry, I probably didn't phrase that in a manner that was clear. I'm not searching for a camera per se (I used the search option before starting the thread). I am searching for a consensus on the best type of micro camera to use based on user experiences. I couldn't find one clear thread that had opinions on different types of cameras, so I thought it would be helpful to have one in which multiple cameras were discussed for those interested in onboard video. (and I could gain some insight too ;) ) Last edited by Zod Rhombus; 02-22-2009 at 11:00 PM.

02-22-2009, 11:19 PM	#4
Nova's Ark Tire&Foam Extraordinaire Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: C.I. Compound, Tyler, Texas Posts: 5,601	Mini video camera for inside body Maybe that thread will help a little. It is in the chit chat section. Good luck and post what you find out.

02-23-2009, 07:42 AM	#5
Zod Rhombus Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Calabash, NC Posts: 348	Thanks!

02-23-2009, 08:22 AM	#6
quickster47 Quarry Creeper Join Date: May 2005 Location: Crossville,TN Posts: 363	Give this one a try. It has proven great so far. http://shop.helmetcameracentral.com/HC-GOPRO-WIDE.html Post #381 Harley's "ARC" chassis build Carl

02-23-2009, 08:24 PM	#7
Zod Rhombus Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Calabash, NC Posts: 348	That Go Pro camera looks promising. I like the fact its waterproof.

02-23-2009, 11:16 PM	#8
RB_Steve Newbie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 30	Turns out that strapping a normal compact digital camera to an RC car is a bad idea: Either you totally hose the cars CG and its a pain to drive and/or you flip said car and damage car and/or camera. It was all fun and laughs while it lasted...until car flipped and camera damaged. Be sure to post pix of YOUR instal/setup once you get it going. I think people get more excited about posting the vids they make with the camera and forget to post the setup info. Good luck!

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