Griz...just a few questions about the contour...Did you purchase the GPS or original HD? Do you see a benefit / need for the GPS version? How much did you pay for it? What accessories / mount did you purchase or would you purchase now? Thanks!
Hi Doc,
I'm not sure if the GPS version was available when I purchased my HD Contour. Apparently now with the GPS camera after downloading you can split the screen and watch your video AND see a map of your location at the same time. I have never been a big GPS user so it really doesn't appeal to me... The G in my GPS stands for Grizzly, ha, ha!
Next up in a few months they will be introducing Blue Tooth technology so that you can see what you are shooting on an iPhone. I think a lot of this stuff coming out is geared towards skiers, snowboarders and skydivers who use this camera quite often and make up the better part of Contour's customer base. My HD camera does me just fine and I'm amazed at the quality of video such a small camera gives. I recently used it at a friend's wedding and it worked great just holding it in my hand... Most didn't even notice that I was holding something and was filming!
I actually looked at this camera a couple of years ago, but then it wasn't HD and was priced well over $1k. I'm glad I waited because last spring I paid $350.00 taxes in with 2 different mounts and an extra battery. I chose not permanently mount it to the side of my helmet, but used the goggle strap mount and was able to use it on my side helmet strap. I wear a half helmet that has the V-shaped straps over the ear section. Works great once if figured out the right angle to position the camera. I have since purchase a couple of additional 16 meg cards so now I have the ability to record for hours.
Hope this helps. Good luck!
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