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Contour GPS HD Camera Review

Contour GPS Camera

$349
Contour Makes 2 cameras that both look very much alike.  The only difference is one has GPS and one doesn't.  This is our take on the Contour GPS HD Camera.  We haven't come across someone that has anything really bad to say about their contour camera. The Contour has a slightly lower profile than the Drift and has a much better/low profile helmet mounting option than the Go Pro.  You can wear this on your helmet and not look like a tele tubby.  It sit's very well on the side of your helmet and although it's still noticeable it's not going to hit the Gondola door as you walk in.  There are a few unique features that the Contour has over other cameras like the Drift and GoPro.  
1. The Contour has a tall setting that will film the shot in 960HD
2. The Contour has laser sighting so you can make sure your filming angle is lined up.
3. The Contour has GPS so you can get your speed, vertical feet ect.
4. The Contour has the ability to link with your smart phone via bluetooth to give you the ability to preview your videos and configure your settings.  Right now it works with iPhones but Android is coming shortly.
The Record button might be our favorite part of this camera.  It's big and easy to slide into place. If you are going to primarily use a video camera on your helmet or need GPS integrated with your camera then this is the best when it comes to low profile.  With an attachment you can mount this on an X Shot Monopod Extender and film like you would on a GoPro or Drift Camera but we'd like to see a screw option on the bottom so we don't have to buy an extra part.   This is a great low profile cam and is great for skiiers who mainly film from their helmet but it's a little difficult to mount on a monopod which is incredibly fun to use for snowboarding.


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Company Info

Contour GPS Camera

Location
Add an entire new layer to your storytelling. The built-in GPS receiver tracks your location, speed, and altitude while also recording in beautiful hands free HD.

Using our storyteller application you can assemble and upload your run to contour.com and watch it via interactive map and video player that allows you to rewind, fast forward or click to the best parts in your run.

MOBILE CONNECT
The most connected video camera in the world, ContourGPS has built-in Bluetooth and a mobile App to turn your phone into a wireless viewfinder. Available on the Apple iOS platform, ContourGPS enables your iPhone or iPod Touch to line up your shot and change your settings in real-time. Hands-free video just got a lot more hands-free

HD
The ContourGPS captures beautiful 1080p video. It utilizes a 135° wide-angle lens that delivers a true high quality image that captures all the action with minimal distortion or fish eye. It records Full HD in all its glory.

We provide several different camera settings so that you can get the shot that best fits your activity. Choose between 3 resolutions and 2 frame rates so that you get the best shot. Learn More


Hands Free
The camera, at only 5.2 ounces is the smallest and lightest combination of hands-free video and GPS. It's also easy to operate and use. As simple as sliding a single oversized switch forward to start recording, even with a pair of gloves on. In addition we make it simple to line up your shot with a rotating lens and two lasers that assure you get that perfect shot.


Choose your camera
ContourHD

ContourGPS
The world’s lightest HD wearable camera 4.3 (ounces) 5.2 (ounces)
3 Versatile Options for HD Video Quality 1080p, 960p, 720p
AAC Audio Compression front facing microphone
Storyteller Software is included with the Camera
Camera has unique Video Dual Lasers to line up your shot
135º wide-angle lens with minimal distortion, reducing "fish eye"
2 Frame Rates (30/60fps)
6 Still Photo Rates (1, 2, 5, 10, 30, 60 sec)
GPS to track your location, speed and elevation
Bluetooth / Mobile App – Phone View Finder


Specs

Specifications for the ContourGPS

Length 95mm
Height 58mm
Width 34mm
Weight 5.3oz

VIDEO FORMAT, RESOLUTION  & FRAME RATE

FULL HD - 1080p 1920 x 1080 pixels 30 FPS
TALL HD - 960p 1280 x 960 pixels 30 FPS
ACTION HD - 720p 1280 x 720 pixels 60 FPS
ORIGINAL HD - 720p 1280 x 720 pixels 30 FPS 5MP STILL 2592 x 1944 pixels1 photo per 3, 5,10, 30, 60 seconds

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

ContourGPS Camera

MicroSD Card (2GB)

2 Rotating Surface Mounts

Goggle Mount

Rechargeable Battery

USB Cable

GPS

Built-in GPS receiver

Faster Time to First Lock using AssistNow™

VIDEO

5 Megapixel Sensor

H.264 Codec

.mov file type

BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth v2.1

EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)

AUDIO

Internal Microphone

AAC Audio Compression

WIDE ANGLE LENS

135°: 960p, 720p, Photo

110°: 1080p

Dual alignment lasers

MEMORY

Removable MicroSD

Capacity: 32GB (2GB included)

Average Record Time

HD » 30min/GB

SD » 60min/GB

STORYTELLER

Compatible with:

Mac (10.5, 10.6)

Windows (XP, Vista, 7)

Videos downloaded via USB 2.0

BATTERY & POWER

Removable Lithium-Ion Battery

Charge via USB to computer or Contour chargers (sold separately)

Battery Life: 2 - 2.5 hours

BODY

Water Resistant Aluminum Shell

TRail™ Mount System

ABOUT THE CAMERA

  1. Record Status
  2. Record Button
  3. Rotating Lens
  4. Battery Slot
  5. Battery Latch
  6. Card Format Button
  7. USB
  8. Format Switch
  9. MicroSD card
  10. Memory Status
  11. Door Lock
  12. Power Button
  13. Battery Status

Pictures

Contour GPS HD Camera

 

 


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