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Canon PowerShot V10 is a minimalist video camera for content creators

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When I watched a concert a week ago, I was surprised at how many kids were holding actual digital cameras instead of just their smartphones. And then when I went on Tiktok, I found out that this former gadget staple was actually making a “comeback” for Gen Z-ers that didn’t want to be too attached to their phones but still wanted to capture photos and videos that had better quality. So it’s not really a surprise that Canon is developing a line of products that’s aimed specifically at content creators that want to go back to digital cameras.

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While a lot of smartphones are good enough for video content creation, there are still some that prefer something that has better video quality and is created specifically for that purpose. DSLRs can sometimes be too bulky so a compact option is always welcome. The Canon PowerShot V10 is their latest offering and if you want to experiment with videos but don’t want a complicated device, then this compact and minimalist video camera is for you.

It is pretty easy to use as you just need to press the record button and it will start doing its job. There’s a flip-out screen so you’ll see what’s going on. There are of course different filters that you can use including 14 color ones and a Smooth Skin mode for those who want digital skincare. If you want to record action shots, it has a Movie Digital IS mode that can reduce the shaky camera view (unless that’s actually what you’re going for). It has a built-in stand and lets you shoot through the app, as well as other features that should appeal to creators.

The PowerShot V10 is very lightweight and can fit into your pocket or your small bag. It can shoot in 4K30p or in FullHD at 60p.. It has a 19mm wide lens and can also shoot photos with its 15.2MP lens. It has two stereo mics and a third mic to help reduce background noise. You can also use it as a webcam in case you’re more into live streaming. The camera comes in black and silver colors in keeping with its minimalist look.

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SunnyCam Activ Edition Video Glasses Review

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I’ve done all kinds of activities where I wanted to record video to save and look back on later. When I drove at the race track a lot, video was a must to watch how much laps improved over time. Most people opt to mount a GoPro on their vehicle, or on their person, but that can be a pain to do. SunnyCam has a cool wearable camera that’s built into the frame of a pair of sunglasses.

The review units I was sent are the SunnyCam Activ Edition, which includes a full HD 1080p camera stuffed into an impact resistant frame. The small, rechargeable battery inside the glasses promises to record for a full hour per charge, and in my use that estimate was about right.

The Activ Edition glasses come with normal tinted lenses making them look like sun glasses. They also ship with a pair of clear lenses for sports indoors or when you might not want tinted lenses, the lenses are impact resistant . The camera inside offers a 90-degree field of view, making the video look clear and natural with no fish-eye effect to ruin the fun. The glasses do not ship with a memory card, but will support cards up to 64GB in capacity.

In use the glasses were dead simple to use and operate. The controls are built into the left arm near the cover for the memory card slot. There’s just a single button that you press to start recording and press to stop. Vibration feedback lets you know that your input was accepted so you don’t go all day thinking you are recording only to get home and have no video.

Video is recorded at 30 fps in MP4 format with stereo audio. I used a card reader for my video transfers with a microSD to SD adapter. The videos played back on my Windows 10 PC with no conversion needed and looked fantastic. Audio quality is pretty good, but it can be hard to hear what is being said to you from a distance. Here’s a sample of footage that was captured and then uploaded to YouTube – so there might be a little degradation from the transcoding process:

While image quality is quite good, I’d love to see optical image stabilization to remove the shake and shudder from walking and moving around. The fast motion of video being recorded from your point of view when you turn your head could be enough to give some motion sickness, so be warned. Wind noise was also an issue in my testing. While mountain biking you can hear more wind noise on the audio than anything else.

The glasses come with a carry case, tinted lenses, clear lenses, micro USB cable for charging and transfer, and a strap to hold the glasses and keep them from falling, and are available from Amazon for $159.99(USD) with free shipping.

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Nico360 Camera Live Streams 360-degree Video

Nico360 Camera Live Streams 360-degree Video

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If you want a small video camera that can live stream and record 360° video, the Nico360 might be just the ticket. The camera is tiny, measuring in at just 46mm x 46mm x 28mm (~1.8″ x 1.8″ x 1.1″). It’s waterproof without needing a case around the camera and it can stream video without needing a PC thanks to integrated Wi-Fi.

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The camera also has internal stitching to piece together 360-degree VR compatible video from its front and back camera lenses. Resolution for 360 video is 1440p, which isn’t exactly thrilling though. There’s 32GB of internal storage, Bluetooth, and support for Adobe RAW/DNG format still images, with an impressive 25 megapixel resolution.

It is compatible with iOS, Android, and Windows devices. Power comes from a 1400mAh internal battery. Battery life while streaming would be the biggest concern about this tiny camera.

Retail price will be $199, but during the current Indiegogo campaign, you can get hands on one of the cameras while the early bird specials hold out for just $129. Shipping is set for October 2016. If they manage to hit a $200,000 stretch goal, they plan to add 4K capability.

If they’re able to pull this off, the Nico 360 will be a steal compared to the Ricoh Theta and Samsung Gear 360, which are more than double the price when similarly equipped.

Prophix Toothbrush Lets You See Inside Your Mouth

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For people obsessed with their skin, there are special video cameras that can give you a good look at your blemishes. Prophix is a toothbrush that does the same thing, but with the inside of your mouth. You might think you are getting your teeth and gums clean, but without being able to see you might not be.

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Prophix has a built in video camera that streams video to your smartphone via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. It can also take still shots of your teeth if you want. The idea is to allow you to see just how clean your teeth are and to clean them better. I imagine some really crazy people will use this to post tooth selfies to Instagram.

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The Prophix toothbrush is available for pre-order for $299(USD) and includes several heads for brushing and cleaning under the gumline. A fancy bundle also has a scaler to remove plaque and sells for $324 during the pre-order period. If you wait until the retail launch, you will spend $100 more per bundle.

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Graava Action Camera Automatically Edits Your Footage: GoNoob

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My girlfriend’s parents just bought a GoPro camera for their travels. We tried using it and even with barely an hour’s worth of clips, I already saw how it can be daunting to find the good shots, not to mention edit them. Graava tries to eliminate that problem by offering to automatically cut your videos down to its highlights.

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Like many action cameras, Graava is durable, lightweight and comes with several mounts, including the clip shown above. It takes 1080p videos at 30fps and 720p at 60fps, and can also take 4K time-lapses and 8MP photos.

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But what makes Graava unique is its ability to detect notable events while it’s recording. It does that using an algorithm and a variety of sensors that track sound, light, movement and more. It can even link with a Samsung Gear or Apple Watch to detect changes in your heart rate. When you’re done recording, you can use its mobile app to specify how long you want the final video to be. Place Graava on its charging dock (shown above) to have it save then edit your video.

Here’s a couple of sample clips auto edited by Graava:

As you can see it’s not perfect, and the cuts can be jarring at times. Fortunately Graava does come with an editing program, presumably for use with desktop computers. You can pre-order Graava for $249 (USD) or learn more about it on its official website.

[via PetaPixel]

Deer UFO Captured

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GoPro HERO3+ Black Edition/Music Records Jam Sessions from the Band’s Perspective

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GoPro makes some of the most popular cameras out there for recording action sports. Typically when we see video made with one of these cameras it is on YouTube and often has people doing things that are dangerous. GoPro has announced a new camera kit that has specialized mounts for people that want to record their jam session in the garage or on the stage.

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The camera is called the GoPro HERO3+ Black Edition/Music and it comes with several mounts designed specifically for use on the stage. The mounts include one that allows the camera to fit on a mic stand with US or European mounts. The camera also comes with adhesive mounts for attaching directly to musical instruments.

What might be the most interesting mount looks like a clamp you might use in the workshop. It is designed to clamp onto just about any surface and securely hold the camera in place. It can also be used with other mounts in tandem for more flexibility. The Music camera kit will hit stores this spring for $399.99(USD).