how long of a video does it take? If it reaches the maximum video clip does it start another clip and continue filming?
2085575
That's a tough question to answer. I depends on the size of the SD card you're using, and what else is on it. The most I've taken is 15 min on a 16gb card with room to spare, but I'm sure you can get much more on an empty 32gb card
2085576
I don't know, I've only taken about a 5 min video and it still had plenty of room.
2085577
Hi, Eric...that would depend on how large a memory card you have :-) I have an 8Gb SD memory card in mine & I have taken over 7 minutes of video with it & never ran out of space. I haven't pushed it beyond that point but have read in reviews that the average time you can video in 1080p with an 8Gb card is 22 minutes. I'm sorry I can't be of more help. :-(
2085578
I don't use this camera for videos too much. But yes, once you stop recording it stops and starts a new. Memory wise, yes, videos take much more memory but a 32 should have plenty. I just returned from a trip to Europe and took lots of pictures, but, the limitation with this camera is the battery. It's rechargeable with save you money, but I'm planning on buying an extra one.
121862
no...once you stop the video, that video is over. You will start a new video when you begin to record again. Also, don't talk while taking the video, unless you want YOUR voice to be heard.
1873262
Hi you have to go to setting and select dual recording to shoot continuously until the memory cards(A & B fill up. and keep your battery full. you will be able to record a video for 2 hours.hope this help.
519776
I have to use continuous mode because several cameras are switched through. With a 32 Gig card (The largest it will handle) about 24 hours. That also depends on what you are recording, all my cameras are outside so there is always changing images. If you were recording in your home for instance where the walls, floor, furniture etc. don't change you'll probably get better time due to the way video compression works.
350618
Yes starting and stopping will result in a new file. This allows you to name each scene for easier production, remember you want short scenes 10-12 seconds. You can always piece together in your editor software and transition to a new scene. The other option is to keep the camera filming and cut out the section you don't want, but this waste battery and storage space.
842679
The camera will limit video recording to 10 mins. However, if you immediately press record again you can resume recording right away, you can record an additional 10 mins and then fuse the 2 videos together using the editing software. You can repeat this process for as many times as you like.
1873260
No problem. According to the G30 manual, recordings can be as long as 12 hours, depending only on the size of the memory card. When a clip exceeds 4GB in size, the camera seamlessly creates another clip but playback is continuous.
465740
It all depends on the quality of the video. There is a 2 gb size limit. Then it switches to another file.
1463621
It really all depends on how you configure the camera. If you have is set to constantly record, you might get a few days. If you have it set for motion detection, it will depend on how much traffic goes by the camera. You can tweak the motion detection settings to get the most recorded video on the SD as possible. I would say at least 5-10 days...
1319232
Unfortunately I'm having the same issue. It continually records but it breaks as a 2 minutes video clips. I just got this cam not too long ago so I will have to figure out how to fix this problem and I'll let you know.
1742565
Hi,If the function of the loop Ricording is OFF then it shoots one long scene until the memory card runs out.If the card is small (say 4 G'gh) which is enough for about 36 minutes. The more Memory, this card will record over more time. (Up to 32/64 GHz). Thank you :)
972173
I have recorded various long videos using this camcorder. It has never stopped after 29 minutes. Yesterday, just to test, I continuously recorded a video for 2 hours non-stop and there was no problem.
680997
Probably can take 2 weeks or more depends the quality of video you selected,I'm using motion activated Can save memory and easy for playback any of the four cameras
2274522
with looping...If you select "off".. the camera will record until all the memory is used on your card, at which point the camera will just shut off. if you select 2 minutes... the camera will record continuously for 2 minutes at which point it will make a file at the end of 2 minutes. then the camera will make a new file for another 2 minutes and just repeat the process until all the memory is used on your card. once it is all used the camera will take the oldest file and just record over it. This is the same process if you select 5 minutes. Its best to have it record on a loop for 2 or 5 minutes, I use 5 minutes. That way the camera will always record as along as it is turned on. I hope that helps. with looping...If you select "off".. the camera will record until all the memory is used on your card, at which point the camera will just shut off. if you select 2 minutes... the camera will record continuously for 2 minutes at which point it will make a file at the end of 2 minutes. then the camera will make a new file for another 2 minutes and just repeat the process until all the memory is used on your card. once it is all used the camera will take the oldest file and just record over it. This is the same process if you select 5 minutes. Its best... » Read More with looping...If you select "off".. the camera will record until all the memory is used on your card, at which point the camera will just shut off. if you select 2 minutes... the camera will record continuously for 2 minutes at which point it will make a file at the end of 2 minutes. then the camera will make a new file for another 2 minutes and just repeat the process until all the memory is used on your card. once it is all used the camera will take the oldest file and just record over it. This is the same process if you select 5 minutes. Its best to have it record on a loop for 2 or 5 minutes, I use 5 minutes. That way the camera will always record as along as it is turned on. I hope that helps. « Show Less
1556842
From the manual, the battery will last for 40 minutes of continuous video under typical conditions and 1 hour 10 minutes max before the camera stops automatically. But, reading further, you'll see something interesting. The manual states that, "Recording will automatically stop when the clip file size reaches 4GB, or when the recording time reaches approximately 29 min 50 sec in 1920 or 1280 mode and approximately 1 hour when shooting in 640 or 320 mode. So, unless you're recording a long, low quality video (doubtful if you're looking at a $350 camera) you'll have slightly less than a 30 min limit. I see no way to override this. There are two reasons for it. 1) There are different tariffs imposed by the WTO for video cameras with HD recording times over 30 minutes, and 2) Some sensors cannot tolerate continuous current for long periods without overheating.
1083000
it can do both, it will overwrite existing videos if you want it to or just stop recording till its cleared.
860597
I do not think that there is a limit to the length of the filming. It all depends on the size of your SD card. At 1000 or 480 fps you are getting a much smaller image but a lot of frames. Also when you set the frame rate the length of your possible shoot is calculated depending on the remaining card memory and is indicated somewhere on the screen.