Looking for Waterproof Video Camera Recommendations - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

WARRIORMIKE · 10-19-2015, 11:31 AM

get the gopro session . Perfect setup for someone just starting out.

Also use the GOPRO templates until you get familiar with editing. You will have to install the App on your computer

JJ · 10-19-2015, 02:32 PM

Check out WASP Cameras.
This is a Canadian company that has a camera very similar to the GoPro.
The Wasp shoots at 1080p, and has its own waterproof housing.
No external housing required.
It has zoom capability and even has 2 led lights for a little bit of light.
It also comes with a huge bundle of accessories so you don't get nickel and dimed like GoPro does.

I was talking to some guy who was giving it a test drive.
He was impressed with what it could do.
He really liked the better sound quality since he wasn't shooting through a waterproof housing, like you would with a GoPro.

I've been using 2 GoPros and love them.
The WASP seems to be a more affordable and user friendly alternative.
I wouldn't mind giving the WASP a try.

JMHO.

Good luck.
-JJ-

Iceman · 10-19-2015, 02:48 PM

Go Pro Hero 2 is plenty good for what I want it to do. I bought a pair on E bay refurbished for $80 each, plenty of packages on there for a little over $100.

Batmann · 10-19-2015, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Iceman

Go Pro Hero 2 is plenty good for what I want it to do. I bought a pair on E bay refurbished for $80 each, plenty of packages on there for a little over $100.

Here is a another option for a refurbished GoPro directly from the manufacturer. It also comes with the standard one year warranty. I think the remote is a key feature when used on a kayak. It shoots awesome video IMHO. $270.00 for the camera and remote.

http://shop.gopro.com/cameras/refurb...CHDNH-B07.html

King Saba · 10-19-2015, 07:52 PM

If you want a camera that can shoot 1080 @ 60fps, but only has so so stablization capabilities I'd look into the Xiaomi Yi. It's 70 bucks.

Stuck20 · 10-19-2015, 08:19 PM

GoPro is a good option. Their "GoPoles" fit perfectly in rod holders, too. Lots of used ones out there so you can find a bargain. My hero 3+ works well for fishing, snowboarding, whatever.

10-19-2015, 02:48 PM	#3
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	Go Pro Hero 2 is plenty good for what I want it to do. I bought a pair on E bay refurbished for $80 each, plenty of packages on there for a little over $100. __________________

10-19-2015, 11:31 AM	#1
WARRIORMIKE Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Posts: 303	get the gopro session . Perfect setup for someone just starting out. Also use the GOPRO templates until you get familiar with editing. You will have to install the App on your computer

10-19-2015, 02:32 PM	#2
JJ Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Thousand Oaks, CA Posts: 80	Check out WASP Cameras. This is a Canadian company that has a camera very similar to the GoPro. The Wasp shoots at 1080p, and has its own waterproof housing. No external housing required. It has zoom capability and even has 2 led lights for a little bit of light. It also comes with a huge bundle of accessories so you don't get nickel and dimed like GoPro does. I was talking to some guy who was giving it a test drive. He was impressed with what it could do. He really liked the better sound quality since he wasn't shooting through a waterproof housing, like you would with a GoPro. I've been using 2 GoPros and love them. The WASP seems to be a more affordable and user friendly alternative. I wouldn't mind giving the WASP a try. JMHO. Good luck. -JJ-

10-19-2015, 07:52 PM	#5
King Saba Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: SGV Posts: 848	If you want a camera that can shoot 1080 @ 60fps, but only has so so stablization capabilities I'd look into the Xiaomi Yi. It's 70 bucks.

10-19-2015, 08:19 PM	#6
Stuck20 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 100	GoPro is a good option. Their "GoPoles" fit perfectly in rod holders, too. Lots of used ones out there so you can find a bargain. My hero 3+ works well for fishing, snowboarding, whatever.