Reddit reviews Sony HDR-AS15 Action Video Camera (Black) (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
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Compact, rugged Wi-Fi enabled HD video action camcorderHigh quality Full HD 1080p recordingRuggedized, waterproof housing 1with universal tripod mount included
This guy right here.
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-HDR-AS15-Action-Discontinued-Manufacturer/dp/B0090EC5MS
Cheap but effective. Probably best bang for buck.
http://www.amazon.com/Mobius-Action-Camera-1080P-Sports/dp/B00DP1WYD2
This one has great stabilization firmware.
http://www.amazon.com/Action-Video-Camera-Sony-HDR-AS15/dp/B0090EC5MS/ref=pd_sim_e_7
http://eshop.macsales.com/item/Replay%20XD/RPXD720CS/
This one is great for motorcycles because of the large sliding on/off switch
http://www.amazon.com/ContourROAM-Waterproof-Hands-free-Camcorder-Watersport/dp/B007W02PRM/
HTH
I have the Sony Action Cam HDR-15.
I can't claim any comparison because I've never used any other video cameras, but so far I've really enjoyed mine. I take it on every daily commute, for safety reasons and to show some of the more memorable moments to friends and family from time to time.
As for quality, it's good, but could be better. From the videos I've seen, we're not talking GoPro quality here, but for ~$160 I'm not complaining.
I've posted a few videos on YouTube:
Other considerations:
I really like the wifi feature of this camera. I rarely use my phone as the camera's remote, but I like that I have the option, and that I can show off my videos on the fly.
I'm also a fan of changing the recording to intervals. This basically allows me to use the Action Cam as a point and shoot camera. We got some good pictures during our hike up Rough Ridge the other day using the Action Cam in its housing.
I would have said Sony HDR-AS15. It comes with a waterproof housing, has 1920x1080@60fps recording capability and generally decent quality - all for $130 (what's your definition of cheap BTW?).
The downside is you have to go through a complicated process to prevent fogging inside the housing - or else you'll get 5min of clear footage and the rest will be garbage. (Like replacing the housing with Argon gas - versus water-containing air).
Rather go for a - I know - GoPro Hero Edition. It can go waterproof without a case (so no fogging issues) and cost the same as the Sony - $130.
I use a Sony HDR AS15. It's ok, not great. Video quality is alright. I don't like the shape of the camera, especially for helmet mounting as it's tall. The GoPro Session is much less silly looking and smaller.
I also don't like that the Sony is not waterproof on its own, so you have to use the weatherproof case, which muffles audio recording. The case also fogs up in cool weather. I fixed this by drilling two holes in the bottom of the case, which of course ruins the waterproofing, but since they're on the bottom, rain still doesn't get in. I also don't like that footage doesn't automatically get recorded over. Instead I have to manually delete old files every couple of days. Battery lasts about 2.5 hours in my experience, which is enough for me to record a trip to work and back on one charge, with a little to spare. So I charge it up at my desk while I work.
Awesome camera for someone with a budget of like $100 at most? I want something I can use for making edits with friends, but I also want to take nature shots/high res pics of nature and such.
edit: Looking at this one. Any suggestions?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0090EC5MS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_e6-CzbD7G8C0F
This is the only thing I can find for that price with a mic input but it's an action cam with no zoom and fixed focus. Probably pretty wide angle.
You could try a used old Canon rebel, but they have a bad autogain issue (fixable with Magic Lantern) and awful awful useless autofocus (bad mix with a large sensor, you will be constantly out of focus).
Okay, yeah, the image you linked to is a boroscope, and that's definitely not what you want.
The Panasonic HX-A100 or the Sony HDR-AS15 are going to be your best bets.
My Sony HDR-AS15 has the wrong profile for the shot you did with your GoPro.
70 kts is fine. I think you are simply touching down too early. You want to avoid the ground for as long as possible, floating in ground effect until it stalls. Finer and quicker elevator input and practice should do the trick. But you're doing fine right now, so no worries. :)
this post is pushing the boundaries of what is acceptable in this subreddit. nonetheles, i've heard good things about the sony action cam. $145 for the non wifi and a smidge under $200 for the wifi versions. i'm not sure if amazon ships overseas but with a big brand like sony i'm sure you'd be able to find it elsewhere http://www.amazon.com/Action-Video-Camera-Sony-HDR-AS15/dp/B0090EC5MS