Innovv C3 Mini Snake Camera - Full Review with Sample Clips
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- Опубліковано 7 жов 2024
- Detailed review of the C3 Mini Wired Helmet Bike Car Gun...etc cam.
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Strangely, when I saw this in the video thumbnail, I thought it'd be a camera you could curve around corners and into tight spaces to see what's there, sorta like the cameras doctors use when looking up people's noses and stuff.
That's called an endoscope.
and butts
Prices, links to the samples and purchasing options are in the video description and over on Techmoan.com here: www.techmoan.com/blog/2014/11/2/innovv-c3-review-the-wired-lens-mini-camera.html
Great video as always
Thanks Techmoan
Thanks for another great review.
Were you able to conceal the chunky lense wire when using it as a dash cam?
Also, after recording a video using the time lapse feature, is it possible to adjust the speed of that video?
Thanks again :-)
Samara Weaving .
Rainbow the Brony probably not because of hdmi copy protected content on all other devices
I really liked that guys cover of Feeling Groovy
I received mine earlier for the bargain price of £28.51 from Gearbest in a flash sale. I'm well happy with the price. I can't wait to attach it to my helmet and get recording. Thanks Techmoan for the great reviews. It really helped me to decide which camera would be best for me. It was a hard decision though as there are a few that seem pretty good. The Sony, the contour roam, the tcl and the Innovv all seemed the best for what I wanted. But saw this at a bargain price and snapped it up straight away.
It would be nice if the record delay went negative too - with a rolling recording of the last few seconds of captured footage saved to memory when the recording was activated. In many situations the most important evidence is what was happening in the lead up to the impact or the decision to start recording.
This format (Recording unit and camera seperate) are actually pretty interesting for moto vlogging, biking or running shots. I would like to see more manufacturers trying this camera style out!
This camera looks good for amateur television. The AVI output would plug right in to an amateur television transmitter. The fact that you can a title on the screen is perfect for displaying your amateur radio call sign as required by the regulations. I might pick one of these up for experimenting with amateur TV.
The light on the front of the recorder part is pretty useless seeing how the lens is separate and will be pointing in a different direction...Imagine a built in ring light at the tip of the lens part? Different sizes lens heads should be available to switch out and used with this unit, maybe even as and actual snake camera for use in pipes etc.. Overall a really cool camera and it has loads of potential...I especially like the power pack add on for mobile filming where plugging into a car is impossible. You can film your families whole day at the park without having to hold a camera, lol...Better yet, hook to your kids head and when he watches many years later, memories will come flooding back:)
Innovv's logo is very similar to Lenovo. I doubt that was on accident.
I noticed that too. :D
Yes exactly, even the font itself looks very familiar
gloopymoop I'm behind a lenovo screen right now and, yes, it's spot on. I'd say it's exactly the same font.
I was just about to mention it myself!
Exactly my thought, is it the same font?
This camera is perfect for my needs. Thanks for your review!
It would appear INNOVV continues listening to you and their customers (which is refreshing). They now offer the C3 with either battery or capacitor power if ordered directly from them (drop down menu). Sorry if I missed you sharing that in your video but thought it worth mentioning for folks wanting to use it as a dash cam. As always thank you for the wonderful review and write up on your website. Your reviews have helped countless thousands of us...and I sincerely appreciate it. Cheers.
IBTJn I don't think I mentioned that fact anywhere, so thanks for the reminder, I'll try to do an annotation somewhere.
The quality is good enough to enjoy the nice looking countryside, stone architecture, live music street and the mall's neon signs.
England seems a nice place to see.
Thanks for your effort. You are helping me decide what to consider and which product to consider for purchase.
no wonder why New England is called New England it looks like England, but its newer
+Wally PCify lol love that
+Quickblood1 I'm glad you like corky sarcasm because the world is getting to serious.
Mind blown
Great job on the video. Very informative. Thank you for the effort you put into these, it's appreciated.
I liked the Asimov joke! Thanks for the reviews Techmoan
sierrawhiskykilo it was a bit obscure, so thanks for getting it.
Every time this brit shows the driving footage my first thought is "What the hell are you doing on the opposite lane? Oh, wait..."
yeah, it is always really strange to see that as a fellow german
Gotta hate those thin half sized lanes with no space to pull over.
but funnily brits never think that if watching any footage of countries that drive on the right, well i know i dont anyway and i never see fellow brits saying that on say an american vid makers channel etc, hmmm ;) tho in general i guess we are better travelled much of the time as in experienced both ourselves, perhaps thats it? and laxable europeans can actually drive!! :p
Ur anus why do yo lot insist on driving on the wrong side of the road? Are you all left handed or something.
@@stephenphilp1380 no, in fact we're right handed, that's why we use right hand to shift gears and whatnot (legitimate reason everyone switched to driving on the right: to sit on the left and control horses with the right hand. Horses have just been replaced with a gear shifter). It is you who are left handed weirdos.
lnnovv
lenovo
same font on the thing too
Dyslexic logo designers...
Since I am in the US I flinch everytime I see the car coming around the corner in the right lane.
Another good review, Mr Moan ;-) Just made me think, how about reviewing one of those endoscope cameras? You're supposed to be able to send it into your U-bend (very useful) or maybe more practical, peer into your car's more inaccessible nooks & crannies. Check the pipes & wires under the kitchen units etc. KEEP 'EM COMING!
Thanks for the great video! I realise that this camera is not sold as an infrared camera, but sometimes being infrared capable depends on the manufacturer using a red filter or not. My handheld video camera for instance is definitely not sold as an infrared camera but performs perfectly well in that role because of the red filter or absence thereof. One of the specialist uses you mentioned could include using a camera like this in that role. It would be very simple to check the cameras infrared compatability by turning off the lights and checking to see if any footage is recorded when the scene is bathed in infrared light. Although there are some enthusiasts who provide such information, they are not mainstream and finding out infrared compatibility for mainstream cameras can be problematic. This may not be something that you are interested in doing but performing a simple check would help others like myself greatly. Thanks again for the great videos.
Not a bad little camera though I would suggest that they make the mic in separate from the charger port, then it would be nearly everything a motovlogger would need in a small package. It would also mean that the user could use a better mic option, rather than the supplied one (might depend on where you have it mounted in the helmet as well). I hope the code last for than a few weeks as I am going to get in a week or two.
***** I believe that there are plans for things like that on future models...but if this one doesn't sell well then its unlikely they'll get the chance to make them.
Techmoan Yeah I hope it does sell well so they can make a better one, but only time will tell on that though. I feel it will sell well though since if there is a problem with the lens it does not mean the end to the camera, and the fact that it is lighter than a GoPro, or clone, I feel a lot of motovloggers might switch over.
It looks like a mini B usb plug, which would have 5 pins. 2 would be for power, and the other 3 could be used for the Mic. A simple y-cable wired correctly should do the job.
DownandOutNYC
It is a 8 pin mini usb plug and I have made a cable set that does allow the mic or any mic that you like to be used while power is attached. forum.dashcamtalk.com/threads/innovv-c3-with-remote-lens-with-exchangable-wide-and-narrow-fov-lens.6406/page-19#post-94278
Willy Evans Awesome mod, bookmarked for later!
Looks like a great camera. Love the fact that they include an external microphone. Don't like the use of non standard mini/micro USB to connect to the camera. This means that the slew of other USB cables I have cannot be used, and if I loose the non-standard cable I'll be SOL.
As a driver from the US, I instinctively flinched when I saw the first car approaching at about 6:57. haha...
6:57 as an American I had a little heart attack when I saw that car coming around the corner on the wrong side of the road. I thought that was going to be it for Techmoan for a second there.
It seems it’s. Just Americans that make this comment .... do you have television there ? Have you ever seen content from another country ?
@@richodude2679 what ridiculous questions.
Its great that they listened to your advice and produced a camera likewise. A clever design. Just need to move the mic into the camera lens part. A pro review as always, I know they take a lot of time.
fredintheshed1 this one has taken longer than most. I've been shooting for a couple of weeks.. editing started on Friday and finished on Sunday. I really think I need to start making simpler videos.
Techmoan A switch to a different presentation style might keep the sweet sweet information in there, but shorten production time. Linus Tech Tips has a very quick and efficient review video routine while maintaining accuracy and richness in information. Check them out! By the way, I appreciate the product knowledge you gain from your long production times, and that's something you should ensure to keep in future videos whatever changes you make.
Yet another great and comprehensive review and was well worth watching - thanks
Interesting. I was looking for something like this to record dental treatments. I'd put it on the operation lamp. the 'timelapse' mode would suit the viewers better than real life speed I presume. Thanks for the review!
(25:42) "You're looking at now. Everything that happens now is happening now." -- _Spaceballs,_ 1987
This is an awesome camera.
Great review. I recently found your channel and love it. 👍
Now this is a more car camera friendly shape, lens being able to put somewhere seperate.
And with a small body/unit so its easily hidden away out of view (on like the headliner near the window)
Hi Matt, as always another excellent review. Very thorough. Although. As you were explaining the resolution issues with UA-cam, I thought what you really need is a points scale. Your opinion is by now well respected, but some sort of "Gold Star" scale would be very useful. Perhaps a five star rating with half star resolution for things like: 1/ Video Resolution, 2/ Sound, 3/ Frame Rate, 4/ Ease of Use, 5/ Battery Life, 6/ Functionality, 7/ Attachments, 8/ Night Vision 9/ Overall Rating. In that way people can get a "Snapshot" of the item being reviewed. Cheers. David. GadgetBuy
The Mobius has had time-lapse video since last firmware update (2.18). They keep getting better :D
Great idea, but just a few options are missing in order to convince me into buying. 1. Include GPS 2. More recording video modes (like 720p/30fps) 3. Support larger Sdxc cards (I would like to record at least 10 hours without changing the card) 4. Gyroscope/angle sensor would be extraordinary :)
I know. I rather pay more if I get what I need, then to buy a cheaper model that I'm not satisfied with.
I like the thought of using it as a capture card due to the HDMI input
Interesting! So you could use several pre-setting-loaded micro SD cards for different uses? One for a dash cam, and one for say indoors plugged in to power for taking an all day time lapse for my leopard gecko's daily activities?
Do you know if the motion detection is activated by the base unit or the snake lense? Thanks
Watching you drive on the left makes me brain freak out for some reason even though I know thats how yall do it over there.
Looks like you got some fun roads for riding
I used the C3 now for some time:
PROBLEMS;
1. The micro USB connection is so flimsy and this leads to a bad connections or the entire connection breaking from the PCB.
2. The sealed camera was put together in the high temperature high RH location, therefore in low temperature locations droplets gather on the inside of the lense rending the camera basically useless.
AyeRight YaBe the same problem with micro usb. just nice I have 2 data cables for this camera
Extra lens's/cables are about $30-$35. I think it would be awesome to be able to install the lens portion in a number of rc airplanes and just attach the part with the electronics as needed.
awesome, I would probably slide the camera into mount as eventually the mount would likely become brittle and break
Great videos. I will suggest in the future models to add another lense lead so you can have 2 lenses recording from the same unit. Of course that may lead to increasing the size of the recording unit, but I think would be a great idea!
I truly do enjoy your informative videos! Very good job as always my friend. Thank you. You save us so much grief. Your friend...
thanks for this review i'm a quadriplegic and draw holding a pencil in my teeth. i'm thinking of doing some drawing videos and i'm looking for a camera i can mount to my glasses or some type of head harness. the mount isn't that important i can modify what a camera comes with or make my own. i just want something lightweight with good quality video. the lens on a wire does have an advantage because because i can put the controls where i can reach them. do you think this camera would be good for this? i was thinking the 90 degree lens might work? i've watched several of your reviews do you have any other suggestions? thank you.
+mojoe60 I think the focussing would be an issue - its a fixed focus at infinity and I'd imagine things on a desk will be a bit soft on the focus. It's also a bit heavy to mount onto glasses.
+Techmoan thank you.
You got to review C4 with wifi. Looks great.
i think that head mount would be useful for people who does VLOGs about repairs and else.
If this camera had the video quality of gopro, drift, etc. it would be perfect. like buy instantly perfect.
EliteSniperTV u should see the panasonic hx a500
is very similar
***** but more expensive, i got one xd
+FUCKGOOGLE+ It has much better resolution and much bigger price. So not very similar.
KitCox true story, but cost isn't really an issue for me. I'm just looking for the best camera for motovlogging that doesn't look like a tissue box on the side of my head
+EliteSniperTV I gotcha. In your case I would probably do the same. I'm not a biker, and forget that you may be in a 110kph slipstream. Or, if you're in our American Southwest, say Nevada, 250 if you and your scooter are up to it...
I want to move to where you live That's a beautiful neighborhood!
Yeah listen to the man. The norths a toilet. I only came to the comments to see if anyone commented about the scenery lol.
seem like it would be nice to have a mini bubble level built on it.
great video...many thanks for sharing
Really nice...I've seen Panasonic camera's set up the same way on Ebay that cost $400. This is so much more affordable.
WHY is this camera (with or without cable unit) very much like a "metal Mobius"? Even the configuration of settings.
The Mobius has a default of time stamp OFF, though. AGAIN, Mr Techmoan very nice thorough review!
Excellent review of a very versatile camera.
Cool idea with some nice accessories out of the box.
Woow, this is the best so far!
14:00 -- I was disappointed by the camera's use as a dash-cam.
You didn't crash into the rear of the vehicle ahead of you ; no one drove into the side of a truck; ... Oh, wait. This is England, not Russia.
If they make an extended worm lens the size of an 808 camera lens, this could be a great action/spy camera. You would be able to just tape it to the side of your face or on your clothing.
28:58 - you went on a trip to Australia?
LOL!
techmoan is awesome
I have listen so lomg to you channel. Simply Thank you for your work. L G Majo Berlin,
Wish my local mall had a Doc Martens store. D:
Button layout and menu settings look very similar to the Mobius camera. I wouldn't be surprised if it's the same hardware inside ;-)
BMWK75Rider It definitely isn't the same camera inside...and the Mobius doesn't have the a physical switch to select between loop/normal video.
Many thanks, another excellent review. Have you seen the motorcycle clips on INNOVV's own web site? I hope the C3's microphone was used,it was very good with little wind noise
A microphone socket on the C2 would be useful too.
@Techmoan: As far as I like your videos very very much, its not a good idea to upscale clips for comparision. I know its done 2014, but may be you might read it. Upscaling of 720 to 1080 is done in your enviroment and depends on which upscalemode you choose. I can clearly see lots of antialising in those 720p clips, so leave them as they are, dont resize them to fit your 1080p project settings in your cutting application.
I wish they had put in an extra 3.5mm socket for the mic. since now you have to choose between the use of a microphone OR using an external battery/other power supply. This could have been the ideal camera for crosscountry vlogging if it could be charged continuously and have the external mic operational at the same time :-p
Most laptops and screens are 1080p max (chromebooks and cheap laptops are 720p), don't worry about 4k or 60fps.
Now this is a great camera.
Nice review :-)
looks like a nice camera to use on the back of a motorcycle.
Good review, but it surprises me that manufacturers don't make this size for mounting in cars. After all, it's onlt there in case of an accident to record the event. Sound is not very important, but as long as there is a reasonable image, it does the job. Any reviews on smaller front and back camera dash equpment for cars will be most welcome.
that jacket looks cool
WOAH this is amazing
Had to buy one of these too...
C1-Warning
C2-Lunch Detention
C3-After School Detention
This is what these words make me think of
I wonder if the cable is shielded? It can be important for RC aircraft users. It looks a bit large and heavy for my use but I like the alloy case. I wonder why the camera was made so large? Horyzon HD will shortly be releasing their version 4 camera attached to the recording unit via a shielded cable, with a detachable LCD screen.
looks perfect, but what is the diameter of the actual end, the lens end, i wondering because i want to conceal it as much as possible
what is really missing in the market is a zoom lens micro camera for shooting sports. Both real shooters as well as airsoft and paintball players would be all over them.
Good grief, your up near me, in a very damp Manchester!!
1:51 nice dig at the usb port :-) Seriously though, this might be the solution I've been looking for since it is very difficult to find a pair of relatively inexpensive high quality 1080p glasses/sunglasses. I would imagine that this would give me a lot of what I need (I don't need to be incognito) for my flight recordings. Time to jot this down on my xmas list :-)
Great video and looks to be a pretty good product yet the customer service (as described in the comments below) seem non-existent. They should seriously address this issue...IF its true. Thanks again!
PS I used a different mount on my crash helmet which holds the cam futher away hence you don't see any visor in the frame, even with the 120 lense. It's on my test review at 15m 01s. It also means the clip is removeable when not in use. Innovv C3 HD Action Cam/Snake Cam Unboxing, Review, Using and Test Clips Plus I warmed the mount clips gently on a gas flame so I could open them slightly to make using them a bit easier. I think it would be useful too to put a white stripe of tape along the top of the bullet to make vertical more obvious?
I got motion sickness when you had it on your helmet. It was fine when you had it mounted on the mirror.
To avoid wind noise and ambient noise when using this camera on a motorcycle or any other similar high-noise environment, I would use a throat microphone for commentary. The high frequency response of throat microphones is terrible, but they're practically immune to wind noise.
***** thanks for the tip.
Techmoan or you could just use a deadcat
I love the look of that Yo Sushi place! I could kill a couple hours in there!
Those micro USB cables are quite standard for cameras.
6 years later yes.
lol.. Bhs... They've gone out of business since this was filmed
I'm in somaalia thanks allot for your help but kind of all these micro camera are not available in my country
Great review as usual Matt. My test review came out the same day! Yours is longer as you have more sample footage. I had problems with it on my old 1978 Honda, probably RF from engine. The video froze as soon as I started the engine. Shame as I did two 3/4 hour rides through town and country. There is mountain bike ride footage. Didn't have a problem with G sensor as I turned it off. At 720 60 fps one frame duplicated every 5. Did you get the same result? Class 10 card. I had almost 90 mins battery life which was 9.4Gb. 1.2 Gb 10 mins. In two days you have 3k views, I have just 330 :( Good little camera! My test Innovv C3 HD Action Cam/Snake Cam Unboxing, Review, Using and Test Clips
thanks for great review !
very very cool micro cam👍
Great review as usual Matt! However, being familiar with your meticulousness, I gathered that you had one damn hell of a time trying to get the camera oriented straight. It was like a roller-coaster ride with the shift-tilt of all the videos, lol. I don't think you succeeded once Matt and I know it was not for a lack of trying. Are you sure the bumps on the top of the lens units which indicate which way up were placed on there accurately?
I thought you were going to get hit when I saw the video of you riding on the wrong side of the road ;)
Hi Techmoan! You can now upload your videos @ 60fps! :)
boytoy24seven No I cant..... not using my editing workflow.
Thanks for another great review.
Were you able to conceal the chunky lense wire when using it as a dash cam?
Also, after recording a video using the time lapse feature, is it possible to adjust the speed of that video?
Thanks again :-)
Mr TMoan. I have a very specific design of camera in mind. I can't quite find the prefect answer yet. Would It be possible to receive some advice via email? Please private message me.
Great Video, but just to tell you UA-cam has an update and now the limite isn't 30fps but 60fps !!!
UniqueGamer .....
Techmoan What ? its true look
www.jeuxactu.com/youtube-les-videos-a-60-fps-sont-arrivees-96023.htm
i know it's in french
Another great review.
Techmoan: How about suggesting to your friend Rock to make threw mini cameras and a dash cam for those who have convertible automobiles
that way one mini camera is inside the top rear window and when the top is down you have another rear camera on your windshield screen facing the rear and one in the front
windshield facing on coming traffic.
I know I would buy one for my Cadillac convertible if one becomes available
Came for the snake cam, stayed for the sideburns....
The non standard connector kills it. No replacement cables if you break em.
My wish list is for a good quality, outdoor, small camera with full colour, audio and night vision. It should be wireless with a decent range and the option to buy an amplifier to extend that range as needed. So... Camera....Receiver. Or, Camera....Amp.....Receiver. The use for it would be to keep an eye on a valuable motor cycle parked in a public place near work. For this reason the whole package should be small enough to hide so that it does not get stolen either.
The camera should be capable of continuous broadcasting for 8 or more hours and powered by batteries charged by small solar panels. Perhaps in the way garden lights are powered. For range purposes, it may be worth looking at ham radio repeater systems. I say this because I have a VHF hand held radio here at home that gets out over thirty five miles using a repeater 10 miles away from my home.
Find this and you will make my year. Maybe Rock could help?
Happy Christmas all.
I'm interested how it would look in use with multicopter :) btw it looks great at driving motorcycle :)
Is the recording frame rate somehow linked to the speed of the bike? It's just I noticed that when you rode over those big SLOW signs on the road, the video makes it look like you didn't.