Choosing the right body camera is ultimately dependent on your specific needs but here’s a list of some of the best body cameras in the market right now. A detailed guide on what you need to look for is also at the end of this article.
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Quick Summary: Top 7 Best Body Camera
“Love this body camera. Low cost, great picture and sound. Night vision quality is perfect.“
"It feels solid. Looks built with good materials. The video quality is beyond my expectations even in 1080p."
"Picture quality is great sound quality is great, very easy to navigate on the computer. I would recommend this body cam for anyone that needs security for their safety."
"Great body CAM, easy to clip on my vest, and takes good video, very clear. I like how you can also do snapshots with it, and the ease of use."
Product | Photo | Longer Battery Life? | Waterproof? | Bigger Memory? | Link |
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Best Overall | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
Best Compact Design | No | No | Yes | ||
Best Rotating Camera | Yes | No | No |
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The battery of this camera is a 240mAh Lithium battery that can support up to 3 hours of continuous recording. When recording, it automatically overwrites the oldest files on the memory card. This loop recording function ensures that any new recordings are prioritized. Since the camera can support memory cards with up to 64gb memory capacity, users can actually store more than 10 hours worth of footage. However, if you use a smaller capacity memory card, like a 4GB or 8GB memory card, you might need to constantly back up your video files if you don't want to lose these files. Retrieving the files is simple because the camera is easily compatible with a standard PC. The device is connected with the use of a standard USB cable.
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The most notable feature on this device is definitely the 180-degree rotating camera lens which rotates on an axis perpendicular to the rest of the unit. This makes adjusting the camera view really easy. Surrounding the camera lens is a pair of infrared lights which help in recording videos under low light and dark conditions. The rest of the device is a simple black slim rectangle with the switches and buttons clearly labeled. Using this camera is really simple since everything is labeled and is set in an intuitive layout. The power and reset buttons are set on one side, along with an LED indicator to help users know which mode the device is on. The other side is where switches for the Night Vision mode (NV), and Motion Recording (M-Rec) are placed. When set in Motion Detection Recording Mode, the camera will be on standby until movement is detected. This is a good way to maximize battery life but it is not recommended if you are planning to move around while recording.
The device stores all the recorded video files into a MicroSD Card. However, users can also leave the device plugged into a charging dock or a PC to maintain continuous recording. The charging port, which is the USB port, is connected to a USB cable, which can be used for either charging or retrieving video files.
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The front of the device is dominated by a large camera lens surrounded by infrared lights and a motion detector. The back is where you can find the 2-inch LCD screen and a few other buttons that allow users to toggle other functionalities of the device. The exterior design is simple and easy to use.
Inside, the camera is able to capture good quality videos and images even in low light conditions. The night vision mode is also one of the best on this list. However, this one is a bit more costly than the other units we discuss. But the camera is definitely worth the cost because of the many features. The camera lens has a 170-degree ultra-wide-angle, capturing a lot of information from a single scene. The battery life is also very long-lasting, supporting up to 40 hours of standby time and 20 hours of the actual recording. It has a 64GB built-in memory, which stores videos, images, and audio recordings automatically with a timestamp.
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The body camera is able to capture high-quality videos and images, capturing these at a 1296P HD resolution at a 140-degree view. Supported by the infrared lights, it is also able to capture really good quality night vision images and videos. The 3500 mAH battery provides up to 11 hours of video recording, which can be done either continuously or dependent on the motion detection modes.
One of the main highlights of this device is the 128GB built-in memory which allows users to store hours and hours worth of videos while also embedding other important information, such as time, GPS coordinates, a user ID. The camera can also be locked in with a password, only allowing those with the password to access the files.
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The entire body camera is set in a durable exterior case which is IP67 waterproof and drop-resistant. The camera lens is placed in the front, along with a set of infrared lights and motion detectors. The back is supported by a simple clip that is used to easily attach the device to a belt or band.
When fully charged, the camera can continuously record for up to 9 hours. Recharging the two 1950mAH batteries requires 32 hours of charging time. When just recording audio, the device can last up to 10 hours. If put on standby mode, it can also last a few hours longer. The camera records videos at 1296P resolution and captures 3300P images on a 170-degree wide-angle view. Overall, the camera functions very well whether you need to record videos or capture images.
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Things To Consider Before Buying a Body Camera
Device Ease of Use
Durability and Placement
Quality and Resolution
Ultimately, the choice of picking the best body camera really depends on the purpose that you are looking to fulfill. A common problem is managing between costs, features, and size; many multi-functional cameras tend to be larger and more expensive, while the smaller cameras may offer fewer features but tend to cost a lot less. Before making your purchase, it’s important that you have reviewed the essential functions and features of that body camera.
Resources
(2) Night Vision – https://electronics.howstuffworks.com/gadgets/high-tech-gadgets/nightvision.htm
I am actually contemplating to buy one of these or just stick to go pro. Hmmmm…
Thanks for this list! I might actually get one.