Sony’s new Action Cam is gearing up to take on the GoPro
With every splash, crash, tumble and turn, we love to relive some of our favourite, if not embarrassing sporting moments. So instead of describing it, why not watch it?
Despite the city starting to heat up there are still some ardent adrenalin junkies looking for their next thrill in the city. For some residents however, the thought of mountain biking or dune-bashing just doesn’t appeal. Especially not in 40+ degree heat. Yet these hardcore go-getters can film their antics with the new Sony Action Cam and show not only their friends, but the world just what they are missing!
The Sony Action Cam with enabled WiFi is the new sports toy. We all know about the GoPro Hero series of cameras, so when in comes to filming those extreme experiences, how does the Sony compare?
The Action Cam is an impressive piece of kit weighing only 90g and films in several different resolutions to suit varied needs such as Full HD (1920×1080 30p), STD HD (1280×720, 30p) and SD VGA (640×480, 30p). The GoPro Hero 3 Black Edition (top of their range) also films in the above resolutions but weighs 94g. Not much of a difference, but when you include the batteries, housing and other add-ons, the weight adds up.
The Action Cam also features Sony’s hallmark SteadyShot image stabilisation technology, which compensates for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video no matter how tough the conditions. In addition, the innovative three-way Shake-Cancelling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture.
But here’s what we really like, its USP. The camera’s built-in WiFi allows users to instantly share their content to a smartphone. Additionally, WiFi-enabled mobile phones and tablets can pull movies and photos from the Action Cam without requiring a special cable. Once copied, the recorded content can be uploaded or shared via email or social media through connecting with an available 3G or 4G cellular network. Something the GoPros cannot.
Both cameras have a variety of mounts, casings and filming modes. This has almost become the foundation of sports cameras on the market today. Yet, Sony is allowing you to connect to the world that one step quicker. Here at Abu Dhabi Week we are big fans of the GoPro range, yet this new piece of kit has thrown a spanner in the works. Watch out GoPro, you may not be a hero for much longer…
Priced from AED 900+
Our favourite kit at the moment…
Samsung NX300
With its retro styling and funky features, the latest addition to the Samsung camera family is a hit with us. WiFi enabled and with a cool tilt screen, you can snap your shots from almost any angle and share immediately via the web. Starting AED 2,699
Adidas miCoach
Track your training. If you like to see your fitness process in a more geeky way, the Adidas miCoach provides accurate data which you can log, share and compare – Celebrity athletes talk to you whilst you train for that extra boost! From AED 210
Jawbone Jambox
Portable sound couldn’t be cooler. A variety of colours and two different unit sizes, these wireless big sound boom boxes are perfect for the beach, bedroom, garden and more. AED 1,369 for the larger size
App of the week
Music Tube
Many people like to watch music videos on their phones, tablets or computers. More often than not, we tend to use YouTube. Whether it’s official music videos or upcoming artists, this site/app works. However there’s a new kid on the block, Music Tube.
But what makes this different from YouTube? Well, you can save videos and watch them at later date, without needing an internet connection! Downloads are quick and the quality is just as impressive. The app is free aswell.
YouTube
What we’re watching
To all those recent graduates out there, here is a little video featuring the legendary Chicago Bulls basketball player Michael Jordan, where he manages to inspire in
thirty second. With new horizons on the way, students listen up. Just because you may fail, doesn’t mean you won’t succeed…
Blog of the week
witsandnuts.com
Tell us about your city! This week’s blogger is Wits and Nuts. Starting in 2007, this unnamed writer divulges her experiences and thoughts on almost everything going on in Abu Dhabi. Food, festivals, books, health music and photography. You named it, it’s here! Recommended by InterNations as top a Expat Blog Abu Dhabi, this is a fun and most certainly friendly blog that is inviting to all.
