Screen size and resolution: the bigger and better the screen, the easier it is to get a proper view of what you're looking at. The DS500 is a fine tool, capable of performing its duties even in a rough and tumble environment. The build is confidence-inspiring, always appreciated in the kind of environment where serious work is being done, and we really appreciated the case and addition of a magnet as well as a standard hook –you’ll never lose a screw again. There are a few dedicated scope cam solutions out there but the Triggercam is the best I’ve seen. A high-quality build, a great image and a compact design combine with excellent ease of use to make it a very handy film making or indeed training tool. If you're looking for crisp, clear Airsoft Gameplay footage, then the RunCam Scope Cam 4K is the perfect balance of being easy to use, producingtop quality gameplayfootage,and seamlessly mounting to your primary with its integrated Picatinny rail mount. If you have ever seen Airsoft gameplay footage onYouTube, Twitch, Vimeo, and other streaming platforms and wondered how the streamer gets such clear footage, complete with a crosshair, you now have your answer!All ofthese Ecelebrities foundtheir fame by strapping a camera to their Airsoft Gun and playing the game they love, and what better camera to choose than the latest and greatest from gun camera giants, RunCam. Adam is our resident expert on all aspects of camera drones and drone photography, from buying guides on the best choices for aerial photographers of all ability levels to the latest rules and regulations on piloting drones.

Wi-Fi: this could be handy for viewing footage on your smartphone at a safe distance from the actual dirty work Shop / Airsoft Equipment / More / Airsoft Recording Equipment / Runcam Scopecam 2 Runcam Scopecam 2This option is best suited to mid-range Gameplay Footage and is best suited for mounting to an Assault rifle, LMG, or Submachine gun. The field of view with this lens is 12 degrees.This Focal Length optimized forcapturing footage from a distance of approximately20-50m. The 40mm version doesn’t work with the NOVRITSCH scope and mount. It is too long. A better way is to mount it on the barrel with this mount. The Depstech DS450 (and its dual-lens siblings built on the same case) feels as natural to use as a mobile phone. The 4.5-inch IPS screen is about the same size – with the camera cable connecting at the top centre – and is easier to hold vertically. The camera itself is well-lit and provides good visibility, though the LEDs produce a distinctly blue-tinged light. The claimed 1.96-200 inches focal range seems somewhat optimistic though, or perhaps a 2592 x 1944 pixel screen is simply too much resolution for the camera. Once installed, focused and aligned you’re done. You can hit the power button and start recording manually, or alternatively open up the app and initiate recording or streaming from there, as well as adjusting all the other camera settings and functions as required. This is a neatly-designed inspection camera, made for the DIY market by one of the best-known names in power tools. The flexible camera winds neatly around the chunky main when not in use, and there is a built-in screen for convenience. The camera can store up to four images internally, but you can add to the memory with a microSD card, giving up to 32GB of extra storage.

Camera resolution: the more the better, though remember these cameras must be tiny to be useful. Be aware that some makers 'upsample' resolutions to make it sound better than it actually is (a common way is recording higher resolution video than the camera's sensor can make use of).

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This option is best suited to Airsoft Sniper Rifle footage, as it provides the most zoomed-in image, and is best recording a distance of about 30-70m. The field of view with this lens is 8.2 degrees.

Images can be recorded as stills or video to the SD card, or output via the analog connector. Admittedly the design features what feels like a historic connector – the Mini-USB –but this is a professional tool with a professional price and the cost of a USB adapter is hardly relevant. FAQs What is the difference between a borescope and an endoscope? The big red handle on the grip can be turned and it pulls the probe's camera head one way or another (on one axis –you can either rotate the whole thing to turn sideways, or opt for a 360-degree option). This can be handy in edging through a gap, or just positioning for the optimum view. The lens is closed inside of the housing with Corning Gorilla glass in front of the lens which protects it from BBs, scratches and dirt. If you’re serious about keeping your guns in excellent condition, the best possible tool is a dedicated borescope, which will allow you to examine the barrel for carbon, copper, and powder build-up and other damage. This, in turn, lets you better manage your cleaning and potentially save money without taking risks. It might not look like much, a kind of coated wire-frame arrangement, but it’s actually much easier to grip than, say, the plastic spools common on extension leads. That thoughtful quality extends to the highly durable display which is both waterproof and oil/chemical resistant too. You need to worry about delicate touch screens, as the controls are all on robust buttons around the display.The Depstech DS500 includes a dual camera design, which not only features a forward-pointing camera but a second looking out to one side (yet it manages this with a narrower probe than the wireless WF028 further down this guide). The accessories are useful, and the handset is easy to hold. While there are more expensive, bigger, and very rugged devices available (the DS500, for example), this handset and probe arrangement seems ideal for all but the most aggressively dirty environments.

Even at this price, it still comes with adaptors for traditional, micro, and Type-C varieties of USB, and Mac OS and Windows 10 are both capable of recognizing the camera too. Remembering this costs little more than a good delivery pizza and is impressive; adding the fun of creative uses through the webcam connection and it seems like a bargain. Bear in mind that his device wouldn’t befriend Apple phones, though that is down in large part to the fruity firm’s resistance to the otherwise all-conquering USB-C connector. This camera is ready to go! Just put it on your gun and start recording your gameplays! The custom lens is already installed and the settings are optimized for the highest quality. Up top there are a couple of small compartments. The larger of the two handles charging, provides a home for the SD card and an outlet for the micro-HDMI feed. Behind that sits the similarly protected focus adjustment.So whats is new about the generation 2 Scope Cam 4k? The list is extensive, RunCam has really gone above and beyond to provide the best weapon-mounted camera on the market. The Scope Cam 2's battery is removable, and spares are available, meaning even if you opt not to take advantage of the camera's ability to charge on the fly with a power bank, you can keep extra power on tap so you never fail to capture your kills. The new battery is a Lithium-Ion type, which is more stable and provides significantly improved run time over the previous generation's LiPo battery. The front lens has been strengthened and can be removed and replaced, meaning your camera isn't finished if the protective lens is shot. The camera is now made from CNC machined Aluminium, giving it greater strength and resistance to drops. The camera is also now ratedIP67 Waterproof, meaning you can capture dramatic footage in inclement weather, andthe filming doesn't have to stop when the heavens open! To attach the scope camera to your optic (or to your barrel) you can use this rail adapter which fits perfectly onto your 30mm or 25mm diameter scope. Only at Novritsch.com you can find the Video Creation Guide that tells you everything about recording your gameplays, editing the footage and growing your audience on Youtube.