Roundup of Consumer SpyCams
Spy cameras – nothing new here Hidden cameras have been around for years and have slowly made it from the upper echelons of the security services down to typical consumers like us. Here we’re going to talk about some of the various types of cameras that are available right now.
Starting off our list is the calculator spycam. It’s a desktop calculator with a very small video camera embedded in its side. It also functions as a desktop calculator making the illusion complete. Look for a camera that records at least 25 FPS (frames per second) at 320×240. These will be able to record in multiple audio, video and photo formats including MP3, AVI, and MPEG4.
Of course, we had to include a surveillance camera watch. These wrist watches have been inspired by spy movies like James Bond. They typically look like pricey analog watches and have the camera lens hidden in the face. One model, for example, has the lens well hidden in one of the numbers. Due to the smaller size, the video quality isn’t quite as good as in a larger device. It is still amazing for something you can get for under $200.
No roundup of spy cameras would be complete without a pair of spy camera sunglasses. These should take both video and photos. Look for a model that can shoot at least with a 1.3 Megapixel resolution. Again, under $200, you can turn into a secret agent fast.
If you need to take images or video from afar or above ground, then get an RC spy plane. Perfect for recon! The best part is that most folks don’t stop to think spy plane when they see/hear a RC aircraft up in the sky.
There are also ground-based remote controlled vehicles (cars, trucks, 4x4s, etc.). Some will even transmit video wirelessly to a headset or other screen.
Perhaps you have kids and have babysitters or nannies take care of your kids periodically. A desktop calculator may not cut it as it won’t fit in in a child’s bedroom or the living room. Look around for toys that also have spycams embedded in them. Some of these will even record and transmit live video (like a webcam). Some can even be viewed live over the Internet. You can then view that from any computer with a Web browser.
For more specific examples of gadgets with embedded spy cameras, take a look at this popular electronics reviews blog.
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