HD Video - Camcorder/Flips/Camera

[arun_mrk]

I would like to buy a HD Video capturing device (Camcorder/Flips/Camera) to record,view & analysis my tennis plays
My budget is $200 max.
Can someone suggest me on what to buy?

[Chas Tennis]

Originally Posted by Chas Tennis

I have an older Aiptek. Aiptek ActionHD(2008 ), 5 Megapixel. It does 1080 30 fps & 720 at 60fps progressive. I especially like it because in bright sunlight I believe its AUTO control chooses a faster shutter speed so that motion blur is small. I did a Jello Effect test and posted it on Vimeo. It shows the sharpness and Jello Effect of the camera. The rotating tube simulates the arm rotation seen in the serve - axial arm rotation produced by internal shoulder rotation.
https://vimeo.com/30281692

I just saw this model on sale on Amazon for about $60. I guess that there are a few new AIPTEK ActionHD cameras still around. ?
http://www.amazon.com/AIPTEK-ActionH...ef=cm_cmu_pg_t

There is another Aiptek Action GVS .... - not that one!

The one I have does a good job showing strokes - only not the highest speed stuff. The stop-action single frame on the camera is not good so you should plan to view on a computer for stop action. My camera came with a remote which is a very good thing to have. But the remote is not mentioned on the box or in the user's manual so maybe not all the cameras came with a remote.

The Aiptek ActionHD is a useful camera but the Casio FH100 has everything needed for tennis stroke analysis.

The old Aiptek ActionHD camera has some nice feature for tennis - 60 fps and a fast AUTO shutter in direct sunlight. Only the specific model mentioned.

[Tennisguy3000]

This has been good for me at a great price.. there are higher end models but this one has been great.

http://www.amazon.com/Kodak-Pocket-V...ords=kodak+zx1

Third Party Review Here: http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/d...view=kodak+zx1

Let us know what you decide & post some vids Cheers ~ TG

[arun_mrk]

Thank you both for your suggestion, Cams suggested above looks very good.

I happened to come across this link

http://pocket-camcorder.toptenreviews.com/

and reviewing some of the recommendation.

[Zolar]

I've had really good luck with my Kodak Playsport Zx3 with a little magnetic wide angle lens. I mean, it's not perfect, but if you are just interested in filming yourself for instructional purposes, it works great. And with the older model Zx3 you can video all day long with extra batteries and sd cards. At 60fps it gets strokes okay. I hang it on the fence with my little monopod/hanger gadget and get great videos of my matches.

[Greg G]

Hey Zolar, what hanger/monopod gadget is that? Been wondering how to hang it high on the back fence...

[Chas Tennis]

Originally Posted by Greg G

Hey Zolar, what hanger/monopod gadget is that? Been wondering how to hang it high on the back fence...

Some info on the Skymount and QM-1 in this thread, replies #12 & 13.
http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=376421

Here's one with a mirror to view the camera's LCD.
http://volleycam.com/order-the-volle...ount-camcorder

In some set ups there is some risk of a ball hit on the camera or mount.

[lendl1986]

Buy this:
http://www.amazon.com/Kodak-PlaySpor...ords=kodak+zx5

Buy a tripod:
http://www.amazon.com/Vista-Explorer...eywords=tripod

That's a lightweight combination for $100 that you can fit in your tennis bag and review clear HD video (even in slow motion).

[Zolar]

Originally Posted by Greg G

Hey Zolar, what hanger/monopod gadget is that? Been wondering how to hang it high on the back fence...

I use a "QM-1" from http://www.mytennistools.com. Works great, easy to carry. Pretty inexpensive too.

[tyu1314]

That thing looks like its really easy to build, boom stick,-Metal-90-Degree-Corner-Brace-Right-Angle-Bracket and a tripod.

[The Meat]

Originally Posted by tyu1314

That thing looks like its really easy to build, boom stick,-Metal-90-Degree-Corner-Brace-Right-Angle-Bracket and a tripod.

90 degree bent support strut used to mount shelves, bend it a little on one side and drill a hole to mount the camera to. Get a screw adaptor for cameras online for a few dollars. Insert into hole and link it on a chain fence. Less than 10 dollar project that works just as well.

[tyu1314]

^^^^^^^^^^nice

[Chas Tennis]

Inside fence needs protection including from shock caused by ball hitting camera box, knocking down tripod, etc.

Or

Outside of fence for protection from ball hits:

1) Fence Mounting. Anything solid that can be attached to the outside of the fence - Wood with hooks, clamps, rope, etc. Cannot be knocked lose and fall to ground.
2) Shock Absorbing. Anything that can absorb the shock of a ball hit - soft sponge, balls, springs, etc.
3) Camera Mount with Height & Pointing Adjustment. Anything to hold a small, cheap, tripod with geared elevator. To hold close and adjust the camera to look through a fence hole.

[Centryx]

Splurge and get a gopro 3 its awesome and has multiple uses