Are there any time gaps between video files? Some other cameras have 4-10 seconds gaps which makes them useless in case of accident
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What options does this camera have in regard to recording time (1 minute, 3 minute, 5 minute clips or other?)
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I have not noticed any gaps between video files. it is right on spot. Love the Camera. let me know if you have any other questions thanks.
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Hi Anastasia, I was not sure about if there was a gap between segments. So, I removed the card from camera, and run on computer. Near the end of segment i just paid attention to the time ticking by on lower left corner. Segment cut off at 3.54.38. I started the next segment and it apeared it did not miss a second? new segment started 3.54.39. So for me it is fine. Also remember, this model has a recording of GPS position, so police could check coordinates to verify if any time lost. So all is info, and more is stamped on film for reference. Probably the less expensive units are not quite as refined as this HP.i AM VERY HAPPY WITH THE UNIT.Thanks Alex Hi Anastasia, I was not sure about if there was a gap between segments. So, I removed the card from camera, and run on computer. Near the end of segment i just paid attention to the time ticking by on lower left corner. Segment cut off at 3.54.38. I started the next segment and it apeared it did not miss a second? new segment started 3.54.39. So for me it is fine. Also remember, this model has a recording of GPS position, so police could check coordinates to verify if any time lost. So all is info, and more is stamped on film for reference. Probably the less expensive units are not quite as... » Read More Hi Anastasia, I was not sure about if there was a gap between segments. So, I removed the card from camera, and run on computer. Near the end of segment i just paid attention to the time ticking by on lower left corner. Segment cut off at 3.54.38. I started the next segment and it apeared it did not miss a second? new segment started 3.54.39. So for me it is fine. Also remember, this model has a recording of GPS position, so police could check coordinates to verify if any time lost. So all is info, and more is stamped on film for reference. Probably the less expensive units are not quite as refined as this HP.i AM VERY HAPPY WITH THE UNIT.Thanks Alex « Show Less
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Not that I have noticed, but the software records at about a 1-2 second delay. So make sure you use a second monitor/TV.
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I have not had that problem, but I don't record for long periods of time (the videos get too boring for continuous recordings). I used it mostly outside and on my motorcycle. One of my trips was in Texas in July, 100+ everyday and no issues. I would only record for short periods of time, 5 to 10 minutes here and there when the scenery or roads were picture/video worthy. It takes great video and pictures, I'm very happy with the camera. It's even been through rain with no issues.
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Don't use it so much for videos but I recently went to a car show and the battery went dead after 147 pictures. Seems like the battery used to last longer [about 1 yr. old] so I may get a spare, but it's great for the price and I was going to spend $750 to $800 , glad I got this one . Good luck.
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It does 3 minute files by default, there r settings to change the default file length, There is no gap between files if u play them together with a computer, all your driving will b there :)
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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.
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Mine has options in the menu for loop recording ("off", "3 min", "5 min", and "10 min"). I have it set to "off". When full it displays an icon that indicates that it's recording over the old footage, but when I go to play back the latest recording it isn't available. I pulled the card to check it on my laptop and
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The only way I see this happening is if you have two monitors. If you only have the one monitor like me, You can switch from camera to camera in just seconds like i do. But i dont see it happening with the one monitor. I think this is the best camera system that they have to offer, because ive had nothing but problems with there other ones in the past. I also thought about buying another monitor.
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If there's a limitation on recording time with this camcorder, I think it would only be limited by the amount of time that can be recorded on the SD card. I let mine run for an hour and a half recently and the only reason it stopped was because I turned it off.
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If you have a Digital Video Recorder to store the images, and that recorder is off site or somehow made safe, then you have the images. Each camera feeds a steady stream of video, but it is stored nowhere, unless you make provision to store it.Note that to store even 5 frames a second takes an awful lot of disk space.
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It's the setting for the length of the video files. It's generally accepted a shorter length like 2 mins is preferred because this ensures with higher probability that a video file will be saved to memory in the event the camera loses functionality as the result of an accident.
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The issue of still images or video depends on the software you use. I use an application called IRIS which gives me video clips. I have not tested any software package3d with the camera.
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When recording anything more than a 5-10 minutes, I need to let it "warm up" by first recording some throw-away content for about one to two times the length of time of what I ultimately need to record. But after it is warmed up, it is fine indefinitely (or until I run out of disk space).
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you can record between 8-12 hours (depending the light , dark or day light) you think you need more than 8 hours on a 32 GIG SD card ?? I have tested at least 10 different dash cams the ones with more capacity have BAD quality
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Thank you very much for your response. I was beginning to think I was the only one with this problem. Your explanation is probably correct. I have had two other digital cameras and neither had this problem. I doubt if much can be done about it...
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Hi Richard, waiting time between two shots is relatively long, but there is an function called "continuous shooting" which I like. Battery life time is really great. Zoom does not diminish final picture. In regards high speed video, there is a bug in the software. After lets say 1 minute of the high speed video, buffer gets full and final video is than affected :( Other than that I am very happy with this camera! Cheers, Milan
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Sorry Bob, never did time lapse photos, can say that the videos are clear, camera works well, and i enjoy watching all the wild life. MM