Dash Cam

[Robbo]

Anyone used a dash cam in a plane?

 

I have a few Go Pro's but keen to try a dash cam that has the gps coordinates and speed overlaid on the video.

 

Purchased a couple of HP F310 cameras.

 

 

[Kyle Communications]

Should try mine in the plane its a ripper ..especially for the price

 

http://dashcamsaustralia.com.au/shop/dashcams/dashcams-australia/mini-0805-gps/

 

 

[Robbo]

Mine...

 

https://cardashcameras.com.au/shop/car-dashboard-cameras/hpf310-dash-cam-couples-pack/

 

 

[Guest ozzie]

watch out for pushbike riders they seem attracted to dashcams

 

 

[gandalph]

Most dashcams record in a loop mode recording a sequence of relatively short intervals before recording over the older files. They use use inertia sensors to detect a collision and then switch to "safe mode and record for a few minutes saving that file to a protected area on the card. So if you'd need to determine the maximum recording time available before your particular cam starts over-recording the earlier files. Potholes in the sky and/or firm arrivals might move the camera to "crash mode"

 

 

[Kyle Communications]

On my dashcam you can turn on and off all those options so it does work just like a go pro

 

 

[Pilot_Dan]

Hello fellow pilots, I use the Garmin VIRB Elite action camera when I fly. I can then review my landings later on in the comfort of my home. The latest VIRB release is called VIRB XE - It captures all the action in brilliant HD. In addition, they record data from sensors within the camera for speed, altitude, G-force, GPS position and more. They also wirelessly connect to compatible devices and sensors so you can capture even more data. With the VIRB you can use an Audio Cable which records all communications in the cockpit, enhancing the video. I also use the ‘prop filter lens’ which gets rid of the propeller flicker. You can use free software called VIRB Edit to overlay recordings with gauges (altitude, speed, G’s, maps etc) as well as product time-lapse/slow mo videos etc. You can even have more than one VIRB networked together to have different angles - Additionally, you can use a compatible Garmin watch to remote control the VIRB from your wrist should you feel the need. You’ve seen Red Bull Air race yes, well they use the VIRB. I’m also a PADI Rescue Diver and use my VIRB Elite (with dive case) on Scuba diving holidays as well. I’ve taken it down to 30 metres of numerous occasions. Although I did have to purchase a separate Red Filter for the lens as Garmin don’t product them just yet. (regarding the colour saturation under water)

 

http://virb.garmin.com/en-US/activities/sky/

 

Enjoy

 

Regards, ScubaPilotDan

 

:-)

 

 

[gandalph]

Thanks for updating me on that Kyle. The ones I've used didn't have that capability, but then I bought the last one several years ago and technology has obviously advanced since then. I might have to revisit and re-assess my options.