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Posted: 4/28/2024 8:15:02 AM EDT
I'm looking for a camera to capture accidents or exciting events during a ride. I'm stuck between the convenience of a permanent dash cam and the versatility of an action cam. I'm looking at the Innovv K7 (pre-order) and the Insta360 X4 or DJI Osmo 4 for their battery life.
Any experiences with these? The down side to action cams is the battery life, and I can run through them during a day ride. But the upside is the video clarity. The dash cam would be automated and something I could forget is even there but I can't detach it and bring it with me when we go on our adventures. Maybe this is a "get both" scenario, but I'm not a motovlogger so I don't need both. |
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Posted: 4/28/2024 8:37:18 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Torque556: I'm looking for a camera to capture accidents or exciting events during a ride. I'm stuck between the convenience of a permanent dash cam and the versatility of an action cam. I'm looking at the Innovv K7 (pre-order) and the Insta360 X4 or DJI Osmo 4 for their battery life. Any experiences with these? The down side to action cams is the battery life, and I can run through them during a day ride. But the upside is the video clarity. The dash cam would be automated and something I could forget is even there but I can't detach it and bring it with me when we go on our adventures. Maybe this is a "get both" scenario, but I'm not a motovlogger so I don't need both. |
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Posted: 4/28/2024 8:38:18 AM EDT
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Full face helmet with gopro.
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Posted: 4/28/2024 8:44:46 AM EDT
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The Innovv line always gets good marks. Front and rear coverage. You can get from 1080 to 4k, priced accordingly. Here’s a link for the 4k innovv-k5
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Posted: 4/28/2024 9:08:59 AM EDT
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If you are making videos, the Insta360 is unbeatable for 'camera moves' during the edit. Imagine would be nice as a 'dash' camera too.
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Posted: 4/28/2024 9:13:07 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SideCarGT: The Innovv line always gets good marks. Front and rear coverage. You can get from 1080 to 4k, priced accordingly. Here’s a link for the 4k innovv-k5 I like the idea of the Innovv K5 but the front camera will be a bit big for me to tuck the camera somewhere that isn't an eyesore. After all, looking cool is the most important thing on a motorcycle! 
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Posted: 4/28/2024 9:14:25 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 0100010: If you are making videos, the Insta360 is unbeatable for 'camera moves' during the edit. Imagine would be nice as a 'dash' camera too. It's why I'm looking at the 360 for the full coverage. If I mount it in front it'll likely at least cover my blind spots, just not directly behind me. |
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Posted: 4/28/2024 9:24:11 AM EDT
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I bought the Insta 360 last week over at Road Atlanta. Still playing with getting to know it, but it’s a very good camera.
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Posted: 4/28/2024 9:49:00 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Torque556: I like the idea of the Innovv K5 but the front camera will be a bit big for me to tuck the camera somewhere that isn't an eyesore. After all, looking cool is the most important thing on a motorcycle! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Torque556: Originally Posted By SideCarGT: The Innovv line always gets good marks. Front and rear coverage. You can get from 1080 to 4k, priced accordingly. Here’s a link for the 4k innovv-k5 I like the idea of the Innovv K5 but the front camera will be a bit big for me to tuck the camera somewhere that isn't an eyesore. After all, looking cool is the most important thing on a motorcycle! I went with the Innovv. Works really well.  Attached File Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 4/28/2024 10:13:06 AM EDT
[Last Edit: snaggletooth1925]
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1000% get a perm dash camera. I can upload a video just a or screenshot from a video from a cloud drive on my phone but a semi cut across 2 lanes to make a wide right turn and it was all caught by my Innovv (k2 I believe). I not have a K5 on my current bike. I havent messed with them but if you want an action camera as well you can look into the Sena bolt on unit or the helmet that has on integrated.
 Attached FileETA the screenshot is from a K1.And dont let the horrible screenshot fool you. The video is clear as day and the K5 is even better |
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Posted: 4/28/2024 11:05:45 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Intune: I went with the Innovv. Works really well. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/174758/IMG_1137_jpeg-3200199.JPGhttps://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/174758/IMG_1138_jpeg-3200200.JPGhttps://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/174758/IMG_1124_jpeg-3200202.JPG Nice rocket! I was outside just a minute ago looking for places to mount the K7 camera if I go that route. Its tough on a naked bike! I'm thinking below the front "fairing" or on the clutch reservoir mount for the front, and on the license plate for the rear. If I go with an action camera I'd probably mount it to the mirror stud or handlebar directly. |
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Posted: 4/28/2024 11:11:18 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 0100010: If you are making videos, the Insta360 is unbeatable for 'camera moves' during the edit. Imagine would be nice as a 'dash' camera too. |
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Posted: 4/28/2024 11:17:18 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Torque556]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CouncilOfDave: I have an Insta360, and while it works great, battery life is certainly an issue. For OP's needs I don't think it would work as well as other suggested options. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CouncilOfDave: Originally Posted By 0100010: If you are making videos, the Insta360 is unbeatable for 'camera moves' during the edit. Imagine would be nice as a 'dash' camera too. The new X4 claims 135 minutes of battery life, on par with the DJI and better than the GoPro. At least they also have quick replacement batteries. But I tend to agree that it would be an issue. |
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Posted: 4/28/2024 11:39:04 AM EDT
[Last Edit: CouncilOfDave]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Torque556: The new X4 claims 135 minutes of battery life, on par with the DJI and better than the GoPro. At least they also have quick replacement batteries. But I tend to agree that it would be an issue. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Torque556: Originally Posted By CouncilOfDave: Originally Posted By 0100010: If you are making videos, the Insta360 is unbeatable for 'camera moves' during the edit. Imagine would be nice as a 'dash' camera too. The new X4 claims 135 minutes of battery life, on par with the DJI and better than the GoPro. At least they also have quick replacement batteries. But I tend to agree that it would be an issue. |
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Posted: 4/28/2024 6:26:14 PM EDT
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Well, I ordered the Innovv K7 (shipping mid May). I figure I can always pick up a 360 later if I still find myself wanting it.
Thanks for the feedback. |
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