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[Rob47]

is there a miniature camera that can fitted on board and be linked to an iPhone to record while sailing?


Bob

[Umi_Ryuzuki]

I really like the InstaGo2... very small and light weight.
It should preview on your phone via wifi. Of course my phone is too old for the app.
there are some mounting accessories available. And I 3d printed some custom mounting sticks, and
and made one threaded mount that would replace my mast mounting points in some of my models.

InstaGo also has a 360 camera but it is about as heavy as a standard camera.
But I wish I had it when I switched from towed recovery to push into the dock. 

https://www.insta360.com/product/insta360-go2/
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdFfmdIZ2lc
 
 

[SteamboatPhil]

That is really cool 

[Rob47]

like but not at that price, sadly


Bob

[Fastelectrics]

This one is a bit cheaper but I cannot vouch for the performance.


https://www.livingsocial.co.uk/deal/shop/electricals/camera-photo/20195022/1080p-hd-mini-security-camera

[Rob47]

This one is a bit cheaper but I cannot vouch for the performance.


https://www.livingsocial.co.uk/deal/shop/electricals/camera-photo/20195022/1080p-hd-mini-security-camera

Think its for indoor home use only, shame


bOB

[Shipmate60]

Could you not fit an indoor camera inside the superstructure looking through a perspex window.


Bob

[Umi_Ryuzuki]

The cheap camera could work, you are not sailing in the rain that often,...are you?
And as others have said, it could be mounted in the cabin. I think what might be 
missing, though, is image stabilization. The camera is made to sit on a wall, or other
solid surface, and may produce a very shaky image, or video.

[Rob47]

Could you not fit an indoor camera inside the superstructure looking through a perspex window.


Bob

I may be wrong but as i understand it the home cameras depend on the house wi-fi to work, locating it on the model is not the problem


Bob

[Rob47]

The cheap camera could work, you are not sailing in the rain that often,...are you?
And as others have said, it could be mounted in the cabin. I think what might be 
missing, though, is image stabilization. The camera is made to sit on a wall, or other
solid surface, and may produce a very shaky image, or video.

weather proof is not the issue, by putting it on a boat you have no wi fi source.


Bob

[TheLongBuild]

weather proof is not the issue, by putting it on a boat you have no wi fi source.


Bob

You can use your Phone / Pad as the Hotspot source for the WIFI , much the same as drones.


Buy a cheap drone and gut it just using the camera

[John W E]

Hi there


shall we say, I have had a few attempts at fitting a camera into model boats - with varying success.   


The very first model which I ever fitted a camera to was HMS Leeds Castle.    It was mounted into the observation tower/exhaust on the top of the bridge, and it had roughly 45 degrees of movement side to side through clear perspex windows.   I had no issue with it fogging up or anything; the downside was the technology.   You basically needed a small portable television with a video recorder input which you could plug the receiving module into. 
When I got the hang of using this, I could steer the model via it by viewing it on the television screen.   You did have to keep one eye on the model and one eye on the screen - as you did lose perspective of where you were on the lake due to lack of full view. 


Good fun though - I did have this model at Wicksteed (the very first one) and I know the camera was fitted but I didn't use the camera/any set up as it was a bit of a faff on to set up.


The next one - I was on Youtube looking at how others set up their cameras etc.   There are a couple of photographs of the modern camera/receiver/transmitter set up - + a little 7 inch t.v. screen.  This all runs off between 8.4 and 12 volts.  A lot better than the old system which the camera on the old system ran off a 9 volt battery; but you did have to have mains supply for the t.v.    The new stuff which I have just mentioned above I am intending to fit into HMS Lindisfarne where I am thinking of mounting the camera in the little radar dome on the top of the bridge.   


The next pic is of the Coaster - Morray Forth or is it Fifth  with a go-pro on - & this is mounted on the deck hatch.   The only disadvantage of this is that you don't get to see what you are videoing/recording until you bring the model back to shore and view the images.   It is pretty good but I did it so I could get some photographs/pictures of the wildlife (birds!) around the lake - and all I got was the images of shoes/feet/legs and the side of the lake as well.


Here are the photographs to show what I am taking about.

[JimG]

Here's a set up I put together some years back, it tested out OK but was never actually used on the water. It used a Runcam 2 camera which recorded on a micro SD card while also putting out a video signal through a USB cable which also poered the camera. This was linked to a 5.8GHz video transmitter intended for FPV use. The camera could be fitted beside the wheelhouse om my ST Cruiser while the transmitter took the place of the coaling hatch cover on the superstructure. I had bought a 10 inch screen with RGB, HDMI and composite inputs so fitted this in a box and mounted the 5.8GHz receiver on the back, this was powered with a 3S LiPo also mounted on the back so it would be portable. The camera is nowhere near the modern resolution expected but with newer up to date electronics it should give decent results. I have been thinking of trying out my Insta360 One X2 camera on a boat for the full all round videoing, this will link to a phone through WiFi. It is a bit heavier and probably more expensive than most would like but it is fully waterproof, has very good image stabilisation and a battery that lasts around 80 minutes.
Jim

[Barney Magrew]

I have a small (about 1" square) rechargeable camera which transmits to either my phone or ipad.  I fit it in my truck, which is mainly indoors but i have used it outdoors when fitted in the supplied waterproof housing.  There are a selection of mountings that come with it.  Not broadcast quality but you can have a bit of fun without spending a lot of money.I will try and find the makers name, but mine came fro that well known auction site.Not the exact same but very similar."
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[Rob47]

Thank you all for the replies, think I am a little more knowledgeable now, could be a winter project.


Bob

[Rob47]

I have a small (about 1" square) rechargeable camera which transmits to either my phone or ipad.  I fit it in my truck, which is mainly indoors but i have used it outdoors when fitted in the supplied waterproof housing.  There are a selection of mountings that come with it.  Not broadcast quality but you can have a bit of fun without spending a lot of money.I will try and find the makers name, but mine came fro that well known auction site.Not the exact same but very similar."
Mini Wireless Hidden Spy IP Camera HD Micro Home Security Cam Night Vision UK

Hi Barney
Any luck with maker of your camera?


Bob

[DBS88]

Hi if it helps the conversation here’s a link to the camera set up that I have experimented with, it works pretty well https://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,65922.msg705133.html#msg705133

[Martin (Admin)]

These have been popular with the fly boys .....
( Record only no streaming )

https://mobiusactioncam.com/?v=e2ae933451f4

[Martin (Admin)]

Some good info here: https://youtu.be/IMqoW32qxwY
 

[SteamboatPhil]

Its very scary, the shots you can get are unreal, back story, when I was working in films and TV, to produce the shots would involve several days filming, a big crew, a helicopter and a big chuck wagon........and now..........half an hour and a burger.......modern technology....ekkkkk 

[EJL]

Take a look at this. I built the gas turbine model back around 2005-6 (I forget exactly when) I gave it to my eldest son who fitted cameras outside and inside the cockpit. Turned out okay I think. I dont know what cameras etc he used but I can ask him if anyones interested.


https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=Ernie+Lazenby&view=detail&mid=20CBF6520E265EAD984620CBF6520E265EAD9846&FORM=VIRE

[DBS88]

Absolutely stunning feat of engineering to create such a fabulous model and the onboard video is excellent, a wonderful achievement

[Rob47]

Take a look at this. I built the gas turbine model back around 2005-6 (I forget exactly when) I gave it to my eldest son who fitted cameras outside and inside the cockpit. Turned out okay I think. I dont know what cameras etc he used but I can ask him if anyones interested.


https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=Ernie+Lazenby&view=detail&mid=20CBF6520E265EAD984620CBF6520E265EAD9846&FORM=VIRE

Yes please I am intrested


Bob

[frogman3]

HI Bob m8 well i have got i think 2 camersas from a crashed drone an they are no good to me would you like them as you can have them for free ? as i dont under stand how they work an have not got one of these fancy phones
chrisb

[Rob47]

Chris thanks will take them. Am at sea till Sunday will get back to you then
Cheers
Bob