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02 Май. 2015 г.Gopro экшн камера 3The Sony really saturates colors a lot and skews pretty cool, which makes the blues in the sky pop. Ultimately, it may depend on how you're going to use the camera; if you value GPS more than waterproofing, the Sony should be your pick. The lens distortion is really quite bad, leading to seasick-inducing images (especially with camera motion).This means not only will the camera perform better in indoor and nighttime situations, it will also be superior when shooting directly into the sun. It's about the size of a couple of matchboxes stacked together and is quite lightweight, yet still feels sturdy. The Bad You can't turn the camera on or off when in the waterproof casing, and you get what you pay for in terms of video quality. A cube of hard, see-through plastic surrounds the camera, boldly showing off its small design, futuristic flat lens and included Wi-Fi Remote. Both cameras have smartphone apps which allow for live-viewing, playback, record, and mode-switching, but Sony's (above) doesn't have nearly as many options. Even if you can get a top-down view, the light is so dim that you can't tell if it's on or not in daylight (even on an overcast day!), and Sony's record sound is too quiet to be heard through the waterproof case in most environments. Battery life is fan-freakin-tastic, coming in at two hours and forty minutes of consecutive shooting (in 1080p 30fps with Wi-Fi and GPS turned off), compared to the GoPro's two hours and nine minutes. GoPro definitely got better with the upgraded mic in the Hero 3+, but it's still nowhere near Sony's audio quality. I agree that the HERO3 is amazing, considering its size, I can't believe it has so many features. On the side is a small LCD screen and two buttons that allow for navigating up and down through various menus and settings. Sony's menu system is just a bit more intuitively laid out than GoPro's, and it's way easier to navigate because Sony has two navigation buttons (up and down) to the GoPro's one. GoPro includes a remote with the Hero 3+ Black, and Sony offers its LiveView remote either separately, or in a package (which brings the cost up to $370). The WiFi remote that comes with the Hero3 Black Edition is similarly solid in its construction, though we wish it had the same textured skin as the camera instead of its smooth exterior. We hate that it's not really wearable, but it beeps loudly and flashes when you're rolling. Sony's Pro Mode brings the bitrate up to 50Mbps and it retains the image correction that the camera does in its basic mode (so you can still shoot with colors in Vivid mode, and you don't have to manually sharpen the footage later). Compared to the HERO2, which tends to overexpose highlights and completely lose the dark areas, the dynamic range of the HERO3: Black Edition footage allows for those areas to be recovered. You'll never miss a shot with a wide selection of time-lapse settings and the speedy 12MP photo bursts with as many as 30 photos a second. Kogan is back for round two in the action camera wars, attempting to tackle GoPro on both price and features. The GoPro doesn't offer any built-in stabilization, but it does have the capability to shoot at higher resolutions, such as 2.7K at 30fps. More to the point, though, is that the GoPro is far more waterproof, has more (and better) mounting options, more (and better) shooting modes, and is simply easier to use in the field. Image quality is more or less comparable (each has its strengths), and while audio quality isn't as good on the GoPro, it's still really quite good. It's supposed to allow you to control up to five cameras at once and Sony sent us three so we could test it, but we were never able to get it to pair with more than one at a time. It's a camera that pushes the boundaries of technology, offers a variety of useful features, and helps us make our films more creative by being portable and able to mount essentially anywhere. But here's the thing; we couldn't detect any perceptible difference between having Pro Mode on and off for the Sony. Because it's an exact mirror of the GoPro's screen, it gives you a very clear indication of what mode you're in and how much footage you've shot. In the first few moments that I surfed with it I duck-dived through a small wave, the camera popped out. There's also what looks like a hole for a tripod screw, but in fact it's a smaller screw-hole so you can mount an accessory that allows you to mount a tripod. The next time I went, I had it tethered to my board, and that little string saved it seven or eight times during the course of that session. That photo was taken in a shadow as the sun was setting, but in bright daylight it's impossible to see. After testing this camera side by side with the HD Hero2, it is apparent that three major features have been significantly improved: the in-camera audio, the low light capabilities, and the internal menu usability. On the plus side, the 4k frame size is so large you can pull usable screenshots from the footage to use as stand-alone photos. On the bottom are two panels that cover ports to the micro USB port and to the micro HDMI port and microphone in. Pro Mode only works with a SDXC micro SD card, and despite the much larger file sizes there doesn't seem to be any noticeable gains in quality, but if you don't use Pro Mode you can't shoot in the more cinematic-looking 24 frames per second. The standard 24fps and 30fps are available at the lower resolutions in addition to some fancy high frame rates. This enables you to put an overlay on your footage that includes fun stuff like trail info, miles per hour, and distance, though you have to use Sony's PlayMemories software to do it. Also, Sony's Pro Mode is only available if you're using a SDXC-level micro SD card, which are way more expensive and less readily available. This means you can use stabilization software (included in both Apple's FinalCut and Adobe Premiere), which will make it look extremely smooth, and you can still get a lossless 1080p shot. At times it can peak a bit, and sometimes it lets in a little too much ambient noise, but it's still the hands down winner for sound. We also evaluated for usability, accessories, and really pretty much everything else we could think of. The standard kit the Action Cam AS100V comes in is only $270—a full hundred and thirty bucks cheaper than the Hero 3+ Black kit. Mounting the camera in wild places such as on top of a 30-foot pole, or shooting from the bottom of the swimming pool is a cinch with the Wi-Fi Remote. Basically, it's a mode for professional users who are willing and able to take the time and do some advanced grading of the footage. The biggest wow factor for most video-minded people is the 4k resolution of this tiny camera. Even the simple head-strap is uncomfortable, awkward, and it's tough to get it at a good angle without filling half the frame with your eyebrow (full disclosure: I have big eyebrows). In contrast, the GoPro can shoot in Protune with a more standard micro SD card (tested using Sandisk and Lexar cards, both Class 10). In addition to having built-in Wi-Fi, the AS100V also has GPS (something GoPro doesn't currently offer) and NFC for easier pairing with an Android phone. We didn't get to use the Hero3 for its stated purpose just yet, but we'll be filming with the thing tomorrow, so stay tuned for all the POV footage. GoPro just revealed its new flagship action camcorder, the Hero3, and we managed to get our mitts on one this evening. The Sony Action Cam HDR-AS100V (real catchy name, guys) is Sony's latest answer to the GoPro. Affordable and amazingly compact, this camera can go with you anywhere and mount easily in a variety of ways. As you might expect, it's a lightweight, rough-and-tumble, wearable camera for recording your various adventures. The GoPro HERO3: Black Edition has two 4k modes that have slightly varied aspect ratios and frame rates. There are none of the squarer shooting modes (or a Super mode analog), so you're more likely to have your head or feet cut off. On the outside of the casing, all the mounts are the same, which is great news for HD HERO or HD HERO2 owners who have extra accessories lying around. It eats up a lot of space on your card, though, and tears through the battery, so we don't think it's worth it. That's the first thing you'll notice about the Kogan Action Cam when taking it out of its packaging. The manual for the HERO3 is not included in the package so a lot of users do not take the time to go online to read it. For surf shots (or really anything where you're shooting back at yourself from a short distance), the GoPro can shoot in Super Mode, which basically shoots a taller image and then squishes it down into 1080p or 720p (your choice), somehow without making it look warped. Having handled its competition recently -- the Action Cam from Sony and the Contour+2 -- we can say that the Hero3 feels smaller and lighter than both of them. Both cameras offer options for Wi-Fi-based remote controls (and both work with smartphone apps). Right off the bat, this camera feels different.Being a long-time user of the previous GoPro models, this camera feels familiar on the outside but there are significant improvements to the brains of this brand new Black Edition. Built-in GPS, is terrific and Wi-Fi generally works quickly and with less lag than the GoPro. The waterproof housing is only waterproof to 16 feet, which is ridiculous, and water really sticks to the lens. To Sony's credit, it offers a very wide array of other mounting options, but to be honest, most of them don't feel as sturdy as GoPro's, and it still lags behind in variety. While under the hurried pressure of some shooting situations, this feature on HD HERO2 was really frustrating and difficult to accomplish. Thankfully most of Sony's mounts have a tripod screw hole (the camera itself has a mini-tripod screw hole, but you aren't likely to find anything that will work with it), which opens the door for more secure options. We loved that feature on the Garmin VIRB Elite when we tested it in our Battlemodo, and we love it here, too. Both cameras claim a 170-degree viewing angle (at their widest setting), but Sony's seems a bit narrower (my face always looks a bit bigger on the Sony), and the GoPro's aspherical lens doesn't suffer from the fish-eye effect nearly as badly. The Wi-Fi enabled camera can be controlled by the included remote or even by a smartphone or tablet.  Reviewing the footage from after the comparison test, we immediately noticed the audio differences between the two cameras. For professionals, either camera will work, though we recommend switching the Sony out of Vivid and into a Flat color mode if you're going to be grading it. It's been a while since I studied geometry, but I'm pretty sure there isn't a word for the AS100V's shape. GoPro also added an exclusive Wi-Fi button on the side of the HERO3 to shortcut access to Wi-Fi settings. It can shoot video at up to 1080p at 60 frames per second (or 720p at 120fps), and at a bitrate of up to 50Mbps. For mountain biking and other shots where a 4:3 aspect ratio is suitable the 48fps at 1440p feature is great to get more of a squared frame. Connectivity is provided via mini USB and HDMI, with scope for attaching an external microphone. But what's worse is that water droplets stick to Sony's housing like glue (see the surf shots at the beginning of the video above). Lexy got her first taste of all things tech at an early age, playing long spells of Ski Free during the glory days of Windows 3.1. GoPro additionally improved the wind noise reduction algorithm, which translates to less audio distortion when traveling at high speeds or on a windy day.Next, we tested the low light performance. Both cameras offer Pro modes which shoot at a higher bitrate, but they approach them very differently. I don't know if it's the rounded shape of the lens covering or the quality of the plastic, but the lens covering on the GoPro sheds water far, far more easily. We shot under an array of outdoor conditions, evaluated audio quality and low-light capabilities. That said, it's digital image stabilization, not optical, and it just doesn't work all that well. There's the waterproof housing, a helmet strap, handlebar mount, suction cup mount, car charger, wrist straps and a spare back plate for the waterproof housing. Pair the immense video and photo potential of the HERO3: Black Edition with the integrated Wi-Fi and waterproof remote and capture all the action, even when you are the subject in front of the camera!The camera can be controlled completely by the wireless and waterproof keychain remote. The 4k frame size is almost four times the size of normal high definition 1920x1080 pixels. Plus, the top of the case sports a newly designed safety slider lock to prevent the accidental release and opening of the case underwater. It's an extended oval if you look at it head-on, and it's a rectangle if you look at it from the side. Neatly tucked underneath are the components: a small 1050mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery and various adhesive mounts to stick the camera in creative places. Additionally, the HERO3 is mounted in the same align-and-tighten fashion as previous versions, which is good news that most older accessories are compatible. In order to exit the settings menu on the HD HERO2 you had to repeatedly click the Mode button until you found "EXIT." Heaven forbid you missed it, and you'd have to cycle through all the options hoping you would not skip it again. But while the Sony produced sharper images on occasion, more often than not GoPro's images were just a bit crisper (look at the detail on my face and in the wrinkles on my shirt during the audio test above, starting at 2:27). Compared to the Sony, the GoPro has a tendency to blow out the highlights, but it also tends to retain better detail in the shadows. The Good The Kogan Action Cam comes with lots of accessories provided in the box, and the screw mounting system is compatible with some GoPro accessories. The mounting system is incredibly similar to the GoPro, with a screw-based arrangement on the waterproof housing. Setting the camera to 2.7k you can shoot in 24fps or 30fps, which are the standard frame rates for film and television. The human eye can process 10 to 12 separate images per second, so a frame rate of 12 or 15 is only slightly above that, making the video look a bit choppy if used on a subject or scene with a lot of motion. For this review we did some exhaustive comparison against the GoPro Hero 3+ Black, the winner of our recent Action Cam Battlemodo, and the all-around leader in this category. After reading through the entire manual, we found a subtle but handy feature that makes navigating the menu notably efficient. Its newest entry into the increasingly crowded field looks like it might be one of the first legitimate GoPro alternatives. Even without the housing, the HD HERO2 sounded tinny and faint, but the HERO3: Black Edition sounded surprisingly clear, somewhat usable and comparable to the on-camera audio of a DSLR. Navigating a camera with only two buttons is not easy, yet somehow GoPro continues to improve it with every new release. Sony has the option of a couple different color modes, but the default is Vivid, which is what we used for our testing. Further, Sony's remote comes with a cushy (albeit chubby) wrist mount, whereas GoPro's is a small remote with no obvious way to attach it to yourself, and it needs an annoying proprietary charging cable. Sony is much louder and much more clear, giving you a far greater sense of the surrounding environment, making the resulting footage more immersive. It's the mode GoPro uses for pretty much all of their ads, so obviously the footage can look amazing in the right hands, but not everybody has those skills or that kind of time. The footage from both cameras was full of video noise, but what was fascinating was the amount of dynamic range in the HERO3: Black Edition footage. The menus are a bit easier to navigate, and the LiveView remote is really convenient at close range. Overall, though, the GoPro offers more versatility, more reliability, and just slightly better quality (Sony's fisheye drives me nuts). If I didn't have a means to transfer my footage right then and there, I would have been screwed. GoPro's app allows you really dive in deep and easily tweak advanced settings (color, exposure, etc.) and ultimately it's just a faster, smoother app to use. It has a full-color screen that allows you to view what you're shooting while you're shooting (and change basic settings) with very little latency. The HERO3: Black Edition was noticeably better when it came to the extremely dark environment. You want to push that button once and know you're recording, and the Sony simply doesn't provide that. The Bottom Line This action camera is a cheap and cheerful alternative to the more expensive GoPro models, ideal for those who want an all-in-one package with a glut of mounting options. Pull another switch, and the back door opens up, exposing the battery and micro SD card ports. Sony is aware that this is a problem and they said they're working on it, but not timeline was given for a fix. If you're still looking for better quality than 1080p, the HERO3: Black Edition offers two modes that are still almost double in size. Now, with the improved HERO3, the settings menu allows the user to hold the record button and swiftly jump out of the menu and back to camera mode, ready to go.Overall AwesomenessIt's a camera like the HERO3 that excites our passion for creating videos. The Sony's image quality is generally excellent, and more or less comparable to the GoPro Hero 3+ Black. Sometimes the camera wasn't rolling when it should have been, and sometimes I stopping shooting when I thought I was starting. Many of the basic mounts lack the ability to change the tilt angle, which limits how you can use it. The GoPro HERO3: Black Edition is in a class of it's own, pulling features from all shapes and sizes of cameras and packing it into less than two cubic inches. Included with the HERO3: Black Edition is a non-waterproof backdoor with openings for improved audio while using the camera in less than 100 miles per hour winds. And because the recording indicator light is on top of the camera, if you're looking at the Sony straight on (which you will be if you're surfing, or doing anything where it's pointed back at you), it is impossible to tell whether it's rolling. Walking down into a dark basement armed with the HERO3: Black Edition and an older Hero2, a dimmable LED light helped us compare the low light performance of both cameras. The modes it has are probably enough for most consumers, but if you really want to tailor your shots to the thing you're shooting, GoPro offers more flexibility. First things first, the Hero3 is tiny, particularly when considering that it shoots 4K video (albeit at a paltry 12fps), a resolution usually reserved for much larger, cinematic cameras. Mike and I both prefer the slightly warmer GoPro, which looks a little more natural, but ultimately, it boils down to personal preference, and you may gravitate toward vibrancy. Not only could I not record, but I had to fully reformat the card before it would work again. Not only can you see what you're recording on your smartphone or tablet, you can also change recording modes and take video or photo bursts with just the touch of the button from as far as 600 feet away. Compared to the White and Silver HERO3 models released in October 2012, the Black Edition is the top performer, and a giant step up from the HD HERO2 model.Designed for professional use, yet with the beginner videographer in mind, this little device is easily learned, quickly mastered and ready for a multitude of applications. If you want to shoot in 24fps (my personal favorite, for a more cinematic look), you can only do that in Pro Mode (again, requiring a higher-end micro SD card). We strapped both cameras to the nose of our surfboard, we looked at how the cameras handle motion (both when the camera itself is in motion, and when it's recording moving objects). It can shoot in wide, extra-wide, as well as squarer dimensions, and at a ton of different frame rates. Also its narrow and medium FOV modes all but eliminate image distortion (fisheye) completely, which again, is a major problem on the Sony. As you can see in the stabilization test at the end of the video, it reduces vertical bounce a bit, but side to side shake is almost worse, and ultimately it doesn't look much (if any) better than the GoPro, which I was holding in the same hand at the same time. In previous versions, Sony achieved that by cropping the image, which greatly reduced quality. This tiny HERO3: Black Edition may not shoot footage like a cinema camera, it may not take photos like a DLSR, and it may not have all the bells and whistles of a full-sized camcorder, but it doesn't need to.  |
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