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Manufacturer: Contour Inc Part number: 1200
- More product information:
- Editors' review
- User reviews
- Specifications
- Manufacturer info
- Bottom Line:
- While not as rugged as its competition, the ContourHD features video quality and user-friendliness that is far better than any other helmet cam that we've tested.
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CNET editors' review
VholdR ContourHD (720p) price range: $465.00
- Reviewed by: Antuan Goodwin
- Reviewed on: 09/28/2009
The good: The ContourHD records high-definition video at 720p. Laser sights and a rotating lens help to aim the camera while mounted without the need for a viewfinder. Simple, one-handed operation and the included 2GB microSD card and rechargeable battery make this one of the most easy-to-use helmet cams we've tested.
The bad: The unit is not waterproof or submersible. Low-light performance is poor.
The bottom line: While not as rugged as its competition, the ContourHD features video quality and user-friendliness that is far better than any other helmet cam that we've tested.
User reviews
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Easy to use and takes reliable high quality footage.
by rugger45 on March 10, 2012
Pros: Reliable to use
One button recording even with gloves
water resistant
loads of mounts
easy to upload video
easy to use manualCons: doesnt take still photos
need to log on computer to change setting
goggle mount angles a bit like when using skiingSummary: Coming from an unreliable Go Pro i found this far superior despite a few less features. has been supremely reliable and never had an issue with recording footage.Would be ...
Summary: Coming from an unreliable Go Pro i found this far superior despite a few less features. has been supremely reliable and never had an issue with recording footage.Would be better if was fully waterproof without the extra casing (however the new Roam sorts this out)
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HD, ultralight, 2-3BL - ContourHD the way to go.
by FlexxyPad on April 24, 2010
Pros: High definition - 1080p , the highest HD and the best video quality
Weight - doesn't feel like you're wearing it.
Just like a usb - plug in, take video, plug out.
Water Resistant
replaceable/rechargeable battery - 2-3 hoursCons: Goggle Mount - not much use (snowboarding) when its flopping around on the side of your head
Summary: Love it, well worth it.
Summary: Love it, well worth it.
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good pictures great memories
by phantom010 on December 23, 2009
Pros: good pictures no shaking or break up of picture
Cons: light sensitive, microphone gets to much wind disturbance
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You'd be Hard Pressed to find something better
by ChillyGetsTrilly on November 30, 2009
Pros: sleek design, great HD quality, durable, reliable, easy to mount, easy to use, presettings, Vholdr community
Cons: mic could be better and hard to shoot in low light
Summary: i've used a good amount of cameras in my day and i love the Contour HD. i've mounted it in several places and found it versatile enough to ...
Summary: i've used a good amount of cameras in my day and i love the Contour HD. i've mounted it in several places and found it versatile enough to fit almost every situation. great all around helmet cam for the price.
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Best Helmet Cam on the market.
by FiSHGRAPHICS on November 4, 2009
Pros: Small, Lightweight, Great Quality, Excellent locking mechanism, Rugged (steel body), One handed use, LARGE record button, EXTREMELY small media type with VERY large memory capabilities (16GB Micro SD Card - sold separately)
Cons: Included software not the best for editing, AND you HAVE to use the included software to update the device. Poor Low light shooting.
Summary: This camera is small and light. Uses the H.264 Quicktime Codec which allows file size to stay ultra small while the video and audio quality is top notch. The ...
Summary: This camera is small and light. Uses the H.264 Quicktime Codec which allows file size to stay ultra small while the video and audio quality is top notch. The included software isn't the best in the world, but this is a camera company... not a software company. With this camera, Final Cut Pro, and After Effects.... you can do anything you want. I highly recommend this camera, it's extremely fun.
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Not very good support or workmanship
by banders1000000 on February 4, 2010
Pros: easy to use
Cons: Serious Fish-eye effect and software doesn't work on most computers
Summary: There are far better cameras on market.
Summary: There are far better cameras on market.
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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video ok, hard to share codecs, awkward software.
by npeckio on October 2, 2009
Pros: laser is good for aiming, hd format is nice still little choppy and light sensative.
Cons: softwar, helmet mounting is stiil not there yet.i ised w my road bike helmet.
Summary: for the money, its not there yet close though.
Summary: for the money, its not there yet close though.
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Contour Inc
- Part number: 1200
- Description: ContourHD is the world's first (and lightest) HD helmet camera. ContourHD is the ideal wearable camcorder to shoot and share HD video of your active lifestyle. ContourHD combines amazing video quality (choose between crisp high definition or smooth high action SD), wire-free wearability (attach ContourHD to your goggles, helmet, equipment, or vehicle without wires), and one button simplicity (single button to shoot and share online).
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Camcorder - 720p
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution 5 megapixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution 5.0 megapixels
- Camcorder Media Type Flash card
- Optical Sensor Type CMOS
- Digital Video Format H.264
- Camera Flash Built-in
- Widescreen Video Capture Yes
Lens System
- Type Lens
- Max View Angle 135 degrees
- Lens system type Lens
- Focus Adjustment Automatic,
Manual - Min Focus Range 19.7 in
Additional Features
- Additional Features Audio recording,
Shock resistant ,
Water resistant ,
USB 2.0 compatibility - Software Drivers & Utilites
- Included Accessories Mounting hardware
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x USB
Microphone
- Microphone Features Wind noise reduction
Memory / Storage
- Media type Flash card
- Included Memory Card 2 GB microSD
- Video Capture H.264 - 848 x 480,
H.264 - 1280 x 720 System Requirements for PC Connection
- Operating System Support MS Windows XP,
MS Windows Vista,
Apple Mac OS X 10.4,
Apple Mac OS X 10.5
Battery
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Mono
- Microphone technology Electret condenser
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Power
- Battery type - Lithium ion
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Features Rotating
Physical Characteristics
- Width 1.3 in
- Depth 3.7 in
- Height 2.1 in
- Weight 4.3 oz
- Body Material Aluminum,
Fiberglass
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Contour Inc
- Address:
3131 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121 - Phone: 866-397-6920
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