Hi,
I admit that I might be biased since I do write software for ChaseCam,
but I think their solution is very good. I have used a bunch of
different cameras over the years, including camcorder, gopros, oregon
scientifics etc, but here is the things I like about using a ChaseCam
PDR:
1) It is powered from the car. Batteries are a pain, and there is
enough to think about at a race, that I would often forget to charge
the batteries.
2) The ChaseCam auto starts recording, when you start moving - it's
really neat. One real problem with the gopro and camcorders is if you
forget to start it, you may not be able to reach it once you are
buckled in. Also it is hard to tell if it is recording or not.
3) The camera is separate from the mic, which keeps the mic out of the
wind. It sounds like it is better with the new gopro, but the old one
was horrible with wind noise.
4) The unit is extremely rugged.
5) You can add a data module (at a pretty good price)which allows you
to overlay data, and also do sophisticated data analysis, using rpm,
gps position and speed, other sensors. I think the package of chasecam
video and data is pretty neat, and a great tool for improving your
driving.
6) The video quality is awesome.
There are other things too, but these are the main points. If you have
any questions about ChaseCam or the data module, let me know.
-Mark
On Sat, Dec 19, 2009 at 9:14 AM, Chip Collingwood
<tr6racer21@earthlink.net> wrote:
> Hey,
>
> Good morning all (almost afternoon),
>
> I was hoping for some wisdom from all in the know1
>
> I am interested in purchasing a camcorder and using it for a dual purpose. I
would like to take the normal video of the kids and family and also have the
ability to use it in the race car for track events as an in car feedback
device.
>
> Please let me know your experiences if any and opinions of which media is
best, what features are good to have, reliability, input port for a bullet
cam, stabilization...etc....if a particular product is recommended. Should I
have (2) dedicated video setups for both interests?
>
> Thanks for your time.
>
>
> Chip Collingwood
> 69 TR6 Eprod
> 71 2dr 510 Vintage
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