GoProHero4/Sony FX1000V

[EyeWingsuit]

I wanted to test the Sony FX1000V stabilization in gusty, turbulent wind.
I left the GoPro Hero mounted face forward, and the FX1000V facing rearward.

The cable cam run was identical for the two runs; the FX1000V is flying backwards.

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No, the flight isn't all that interesting; most tests aren't. Watch in HD/full screen for best result.

 

[Maddog]

The Sony is noticeably more stable. Is that something built into the camera? How did you mount it to Solo?

 

[EyeWingsuit]

It is mounted to the Solo via VHB tape as supplied out of the box. I do have a swivel that will allow me to tilt it, but for purposes of this test, I wanted to fix it straight forward.

 

[Maddog]

How does that affect the flying? "tail" heavy?
Nice "Police" lettering, eh?

 

[EyeWingsuit]

Very tail-heavy.
This unit (and a few others) were sold to a local police department, and this was a training session.
Yes, the camera on the rear makes it quite tail-heavy. When PAUSE is hit, the airbrake struggles with stopping due to the weight.

 

[Maddog]

I'd be interested in hearing how the police are going to use them. There are many ways they could put them to use. -

 

[Adimuzio513]

Looks like we may be able to run bigger cams after all if somebody could make a light gimbal that is compatible with solo. I'd guess that's a lot of strain on those motors though, proly need upgraded pods and battery for it to be a very useable setup.

 

[Maddog]

Looks like we may be able to run bigger cams after all if somebody could make a light gimbal that is compatible with solo. I'd guess that's a lot of strain on those motors though, proly need upgraded pods and battery for it to be a very useable setup.

I would think so..