Friday, June 20, 2014

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Drift HD Ghost - FullHD-handy camera for harsh environments

Drift HD Ghost - FullHD-handy camera for harsh environments

The family of DVRs designed for extreme sports and other applications, joined by another model with support for 1080p format. Unlike many analogues, Drift HD Ghost does not require additional protective case - the enclosure itself is sealed and can withstand immersion to a depth of 3 meters.

The camera has a compact streamlined body. On one end is a convex wide (170 degree) lens over it have LED, and the opposite side is mounted a set of interfaces (microUSB, card slot microSD / microSDHC, miniHDMI, 3,5-mm microphone jack), which is protected by a cover. It is secured by a threaded pin. Control is the four buttons on the side of. On the broad side of the case is a 2-inch LCD display that displays the system menu, and can be used to browse the collection of materials and as a viewfinder. It is noteworthy that the top is closed glass Gorilla Glass. Still camera can be controlled via an iPhone or iPad via the integrated WiFi (need to install a special application). Also in the kit is a simple two-button remote control, which gives access to the main functions. Its range - 10 meters. Remote has elements for attachment to a belt or strap. All management options are simple and convenient.



Dimensions: 104x50x33 mm 
Weight: 120 g Shoot camera can shoot 1080p video at 30 frames per second. The second mode reduces the field of view to 130 degrees, but increases the frequency of up to 60 frames per second. There is still time-lapse mode with 120 k / s, but only in VGA-quality. Furthermore the model can capture 11-megapixel photos. Quality shooting is not particularly impressive in comparison with conventional "civil" cameras, but in its extreme elements Drift HD Ghost outlive them all.


Endurance

capacity built-in battery is 1700 mA * h The maximum operating time on a single charge - 2.5 hours.

Pluses

- sealed housing 
- easy control 
- control 
- WiFi 
- Gorilla Glass Cons - mediocre sharpness - no support for Android

Verdict

On the set of parameters Drift HD Ghost is a decent device in its niche. Design and management of well thought, the price - $ 300.
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