Gun……..Camera……..Action

[ihab]

Summer is almost here and I know some of you have been searching for the ultimate Camera/Gun setup.
Me too, I’ve been going around in circles, considering many factors; Weight, Drag, feasibility,…..….etc, most important is PRACTICALITY. There are just too many things already going on while spearfishing.
I found this Camera Setup…simple, light weight, …..and most important, when not in need…. your gun has nothing attached to it except a small piece of 3 mm plastic.

It’s the GoPro Hero camera (Helmet attachment unit).
For around $170….you can get almost 55 minutes of video…and it takes pictures too.

Below, I’ve tried to demonstrate step by step how to mount the camera on your gun…but before you do, here are a few steps to consider:-
1- Find & test the area where you intend to mount the Base Mount (picture 3, 4) of the camera. Check & see if you have enough space to place the Base Mount and that the Camera position will not hinder any movement/activity, like loading your gun.
2- Do not apply Base Mount on screws or any part of the gun that you may want to use.
3- Place a lot of Super Glue to the Base Mount before applying it to your gun.
4- Leave the Base Mount to dry for 24 hours before use.

Hope this helps.

Cheers,
Ihab

[ihab]

This is the rest of photos for the setup...I couldn't upload more than 5 pictures at a time.

Cheers,
Ihab

[Marwan]

looking good and sleek, did you give it a try? would the superglue hold after hours of use underwater?
i am trying to find some sort of a bracket for the my camera/housing that would have some sort of universal fit for several spearguns (i have many as you know )

[badlander]

I'd be interested in seeing how the images come out.I thought it looked like a good bit of kit for the price.

[Marwan]

Originally Posted by badlander

I'd be interested in seeing how the images come out.I thought it looked like a good bit of kit for the price.

check it out here, Ihab shot some footage earlier:
http://forums.deeperblue.net/egypt-n...-got-away.html

[ihab]

I would say the picture quality is 7.5 out of 10.
I already tried this new setup, no fish but the camera performed nicely....didn’t even feel it was there at all.
The supper glue ……………I've tried before….it seems salt water has no effect on it….I used it for about 2 hours and still holding on as strong as steel.
Marwan, maybe if you show me pics of your camera I might be able to help.

Cheers,
Ihab

[Mongrel454]

Could i grab a link to were u got it from plz?

[ihab]

No problem....here it is:
Go-Pro Digital Helmet Hero 3mp Video/Camera from LeisurePro.com

Cheers,
Ihab

[Mongrel454]

Cheers mate looks like a sweet deal

p.s. does all the brackets come with it?

[ihab]

Anytime,.....yes, everything is included.
When you do get the camera, buy yourself a set of AAA re-chargeable batteries and 1GB SD memory stick.
On 1 set of batterries + 1GB stick...you could get up to 54-55 min. of video.

Cheers,
Ihab

[Mongrel454]

Appreciate the info

Over here in OZ prices seem to get jacked up alot

[armandozx]

I really hope you have no problems loading the gun! that's about the only thing I can see happening with this set up

[ihab]

Originally Posted by armandozx

I really hope you have no problems loading the gun! that's about the only thing I can see happening with this set up

As I mentioned in my first set of instructions......You have to make sure the camera does not create an obstacle.
For your piece of mind, …the setup shown does not interfere while loading gun.

Cheers,
Ihab

[Marwan]

ihab check out the test video here
http://forums.deeperblue.net/egypt-n...super-day.html

[ihab]

Marwan, I think picture quality is very very good....better than the Hero Camera.....next time, let us see the fish you caught.
Is that a 6 MgPixel...the Hero is only 3.

Cheers,
Ihab