Action camera for hunters and fishermen

Leisure, spent on fishing or hunting, promises a lot of interesting moments that can be shared with like-minded friends and relatives, if you use an action - camera. This is a specially designed for extreme shooting conditions apparatus, fixed on the clothes or inventory of the hunter or fisherman.

Characteristics of the device

Apparatus suitable for shooting the process of catching prey must satisfy the following criteria.

1. Have reliable locks. For hunters and fishermen, it is desirable that the camera provides for a universal type of attachment. So that the device can be conveniently placed on a headdress, mask or a gun.
2. The case of the device is durable and reliably protecting from the effects of water, dust and dirt, mechanical damage.Rain, frost and other extreme conditions should not affect the performance of the device.
3. Autonomy should be provided with replaceable capacious batteries.
4. It is necessary that the camera recorded a good quality videoWhat is important for such parameters as the resolution of the matrix and the built-in stabilizer.

In the market you can buy a special action camera for shooting hunting. Such devices are designed to work in extreme conditions: they are waterproof, shockproof, resistant to vibration during shots. Devices convenient mounted on weapons for hunting. The weapon video recorder or camera grip is equipped with a number of convenient clamps on the headgear, the steering wheel of a bicycle or a motorcycle. It can be used for shooting shots for educational purposes, fishing and other outdoor activities.

Many specialized cameras are equipped with additional useful options: infrared illumination, motion sensors, GSM module for tracking game at night.

For fishing Specialized video equipment can also be used. The fishing place can now be searched not only with an echo sounder, but also with the help of an underwater camera.Also produced action camera for shooting fishing on the beach. Such models are made in a waterproof case that can withstand immersion for tens of meters. They are equipped with convenient head mounts for fishing. Are dating universal head camcorders, with which you can shoot the process of fishing on the shore and record observations of the underwater world, plunging into the reservoir.

How to choose a specialized device

Designed for shooting hunting or fishing apparatus is not so easy to buy. The device is not cheap, rarely found on sale, unlike ordinary action cameras, and in everyday life its use is limited. Each model will have its pros and cons. Judging by the reviews of people keen on hunting, fishing, any other kind of active recreation, the devices of GoPro, Sony, SJCAM brands are well adapted. The devices are equipped with almost everything necessary for extreme shooting, transmit or record good quality video, work in all weather conditions, and are well protected from shocks and other mechanical effects.

GoPro cameras in terms of video quality and ease of use, they are considered the best choice for shooting hunting or fishing scenes, but the cost of the models of this brand with a full set of accessories is quite high: from 20-25 thousand rubles. Slightly lower quality, but quite acceptable in the field conditions avid hunters and fishermen action camera brands Sony and SJCAM. In this case, the price of the device, along with all the additional accessories is half the price.

To choose a specialized action device for hunting or fishing, you should weigh the pros and cons. The decision is made dependent on a combination of several factors:

• target orientation of shooting;
• degree of hobby hobby;
• personal budget opportunities.

Accessories for action cameras

Some companies, such as GoPro for the line of action-shooting devices, are releasing fixation, protection and camouflage devices. Additionally, you can purchase a mount for hunting, sporting or a gun for spearfishing, a fishing pole, a harpoon. Fastening a universal plan of matte black color does not attract attention and is suitable for installation on any weapon with a diameter of 10 - 25 mm. The lock design prevents mechanical impact on the GoPro camera due to recoil.

Swivel mount on helmet for action camera

Other useful accessories for hunting and fishing are also available:

• protective waterproof boxes;
• mounts on the head;
• noise suppressors;
• masking tape and stickers
• lanterns;
• cases