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Are you an adrenaline junkie who always loves to regale the rest with tales of your latest exploits, but sometimes, the kind of words in your vocabulary does not do you any justice? If only everyone around you listening in were to see what you saw from your point of view, you thought. Perhaps that idea is not too far fetched to develop further, in the form of the Drift HD Ghost action camera. It is built upon a special feature set, which will also boast of a two-way LED remote control with on/off indicator light – the first of its kind in the industry.

Apart from that, you are also able to enjoy video recording/tagging capabilities in continuous loop mode, while watching a near instant playback of what was just recorded on an integrated 2-inch Gorilla Glass LCD display, clearly marking out the Drift HD Ghost as one of the best all-in-one solutions right now in its device category. The Drift HD Ghost is proud to be different from other point of view cameras which will require aftermarket accessories as well as peripherals for functionality, as it already comes equipped with just about everything you need to shoot professional quality video right from the get go. Apart from that, it also has an intuitive user interface that makes it a snap to use, easy to navigate and even easier to set up.

In addition, the Drift HD Ghost is proud to be the only action camera that comes packaged with a wearable on/off remote control with LEDs and wrist strap. There is a very good reason for the placement of the LED lights on the remote, as they will be able to let you know at a glance the kind of mode that is in use currently, while showing a color-coded system that indicates Video, Photo, Timelapse or Photoburst modes. Not only that, the remote will also streamline functionality as you can capture photos as well as alter function modes from distances of up to 30 feet away, but I would not want to test the maximum distance during crucial moments as you can never tell just when that sudden appearance of a concrete wall interferes with your remote commands.

Expect to pick up the Drift HD Ghost action camera for $399 a pop if you are interested.

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It is not everyday that we chance upon a pro camcorder, but today is one of those days, and it will be Panasonic who steps up to the plate this time around with an updated version of the AG-AF105 model. We are referring to the Panasonic AG-AF105A pro camcorder, where it will enable you to output 10-bit HD video via the live view SDI port to an external recorder, which in turn will boost the color range to a billion hues as well as 1024 shades of grey. Apart from that, it ought to solve one of the main problems concerning the previous 8-bit camcorder which by the way, does not come cheap at all.

We’re talking about $10,000 here, The updated model will also offer a new PS recording mode with 25Mbps data rate, full HD progressive modes (1080/60p, 1080/50p), higher fidelity 16 bit LPCM audio and enlarged focus assist. It will arrive on shelves this coming November 15th in the Land of the Rising Sun, so folks who live outside of Japan might have to import one if they want one, as there has been no mention of an international date until now. Perhaps you know a friend or two who lives in Japan and would want to act as an intermediary on your behalf?

By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Panasonic HDC-Z10000 3D camcorder announced, Panasonic AG-3DP1 shoots movies in 3D,

About a week and a half ago we talked about the official unveiling of the awesome new GoPro HERO3 action camera. The camera was up for pre-order when we mentioned it last time with an estimated ship date to be somewhere around the middle of November. GoPro has now announced that the camera was now officially available for purchase in its three main versions.

The HERO3: Silver Edition is available right now and has all the same features as the HD HERO2 it replaces – and more – including 11 megapixel still photo capability, up to 1080p HD resolution video, and adds integrated Wi-Fi. This camera sells for $299.99. The HERO3: White Edition offers five-megapixel picture resolution, up to full HD video recording, and has integrated Wi-Fi for $199.99. This camera is a direct replacement of the original HD Hero. As with all GoPro cameras, there is a vast array of mounts available to suit just about every recording need.

The top-of-the-line HERO3: Black Edition ships starting on November 14th for $399.99(USD) and includes the Wi-Fi Remote accessory that normally sells for $79.99. That remote accessory allows you to turn on the camera and start recording even if the camera located too far away from you to reach physically. That is a big deal if you use one of these cameras for motorsports where deeply bolstered seats and racing harnesses make movement very difficult within the vehicle. The HERO3′s resolution is pretty incredible, with full 1080p/60 and even a 4k mode (only 15fps, though.)

All these new features make my original HD HERO look pretty lame.

The new PMW-F55 and PMW-F5 CineAlta 4K cameras deliver unprecedented creative options for HD/2K/QFHD/4K (PMW-F55) and 2K/HD (PMW-F5) production. Both offer multi-codec support featuring Sony’s new XAVC MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format, the SR codec (MPEG4 SStP) and the industry-standard High Definition XDCAM 50Mbps 4:2:2 codec. In-camera recording is on Sony’s New SxS media, SxS PRO+ (Plus ) which can be used to record XAVC in HD High Frame Rate and in 4K at up to 60fps (in the PMW-F55), …

Unless you have memory problems, I’ve never understood why someone would want to wear a camera or camcorder on their body to record whatever they’re doing all of the time. I’ve yet to see anybody that’s interesting enough for me to want to know what they’re doing every second of every day. If you are the sort who thinks you need to chronicle everything you do, a new camera has turned up on Kickstarter called the Memoto.

While its image capturing algorithm isn’t as sophisticated as the similar, but more expensive Autographer, this might be an interesting little wearable camera for use if you’re on vacation for instance. It’s very small and designed to be worn on the clothing, and takes a still photo automatically every 30 seconds. There are no controls or buttons to press – the camera does its thing with no input from the wearer. It automatically shuts off when you remove it or place it in your pocket.

The camera charges via USB and promises enough battery life and data storage for two days of use. When the camera is connected to a computer to charge up, the photographs are automatically uploaded to Memoto servers and organized using GPS information and time and date stamps for easy searching and cataloging. Companion web, iOS and Android apps provide easy access to your images.

The Memoto will retail for $279(USD), but early Kickstarter supporters can get one for as little as $199. The project is seeking $50,000 and has already raised nearly double that amount with over a month to go.