{"id":4601,"date":"2013-11-30T14:01:49","date_gmt":"2013-11-30T20:01:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.openairlife.com\/blog\/?p=4601"},"modified":"2013-11-30T14:01:49","modified_gmt":"2013-11-30T20:01:49","slug":"holiday-2013-gift-guide-video-photography-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.openairlife.com\/blog\/holiday-2013-gift-guide-video-photography-and-more\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday 2013 Gift Guide: Video, Photography and More…"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Hero<\/a><\/p>\n

This holiday gift guide is full of products that will help the photographer\/videographer in your life get that next best shoot. We have found new sport action video cameras, mounts, an attachment to turn the iPhone into a light meter, great camera bags and more. We even found a bluetooth shutter release for your phone so you can get the best\u00a0\u201cselfies\u201d<\/span>\u00a0this holiday season.<\/span><\/p>\n

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GoPro Hero3+<\/strong><\/p>\n

GoPro has done it again with the new HERO3+ Black Edition, featuring a 20% smaller and lighter design and 30% better battery life than previous models. These upgrades, combined with an improved lens and convenient new video capture modes, produce the most advanced and easy-to-use GoPro, yet. In addition, GoPro has introduced this year several new mounting accessories that further enable immersive content capture during any activity.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Smallest, lightest GoPro yet<\/p>\n

\u2022 Professional video quality: 4Kp15 and 2.7Kp30, 1440p48, 1080p60, 960p100 and 720p120<\/p>\n

\u2022 Powerful photo capture: 12MP, Time Lapse mode<\/p>\n

\u2022 Introducing SuperView<\/p>\n

\u2022 New Auto Low Light mode<\/p>\n

\u2022 Sharper images, less distortion<\/p>\n

\u2022 Improved audio<\/p>\n

\u2022 30% longer battery life<\/p>\n

\u2022 Control. View. Share<\/p>\n

\u2022 4x faster Wi-Fi<\/p>\n

\u2022 MSRP: $399.99<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0http:\/\/gopro.com\/ \u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

\"IntovaIntova Sport HD II Camera Line\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Small and compact, Sport HD II offers full 1080p High Definition Video with a 140 degree wide angle lens. This design allows the maximum view angle without the significant distortion found in wider lens angles. \u00a0Sport HD II supports Micro SD card up to 32 GB (Class 6 or 10 recommended). \u00a0Intova\u2019s unique and patented Unibody design builds the electronics directly into the compact housing. The housing floats and is constructed of rugged polycarbonate injected with UV. \u00a0The lens port receives a proprietary UV treatment to increase scratch resistance and reduce reflection. Waterproof to 200 feet, the housing includes buttons for full camera control in any environment. Sport HD II\u2019s high quality LCD screen acts as both a viewfinder and playback monitor.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Diving mode: electronic red filter<\/p>\n

\u2022 Motion detection: in video mode; recording starts when motion detected<\/p>\n

\u2022 Picture in video: take still shots while recording<\/p>\n

\u2022 720p@60fps: for improved video slow motion with your editing software<\/p>\n

\u2022 Video Resolution 1080p HD (30fps), 720p HD, 720p HD (60fps), WVGA1 (60fps), WVGA (30fps), VGA(30fps) \u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Photo Resolution: 12MP, 8MP, 5MP, 3MP \u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Power Built in 1400 mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery \u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Battery Life Recording time 3 hours @ 1080p with LCD off \u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Dimensions (7 x 8.4 x 6) cm \/ (2.8 x 3.3 x 2.4) inches\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Weight 179g \/ 6.3 oz\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 MSRP: $199.99<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0http:\/\/www.intova.net\/products\/sport-hd-ii\/<\/a><\/p>\n

\"HitcaseHITCASE PRO<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Hitcase Pro transforms your iPhone into a waterproof, shockproof POV camera with wide angle lens; perfect for your next adventure. The custom designed, two-element, glass lens allows you to capture stunning pictures and videos. The wide angle lens ensures you grab the whole scene. Hitcase can be used up to a depth of 30 feet, the deepest of any touchscreen capable iPhone case on the market. The ShockSeal and ShockPad dual barrier system keeps both dust and water out via two built in seals rather than a single o-ring. Check out our video review here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Wide Angle Lens<\/p>\n

\u2022 Two Element Lens<\/p>\n

\u2022 Record Amazing Action Sports Videos<\/p>\n

\u2022 Free Vidometer\u2122 app, you get an even wider field of view when using your iPhone, perfect for capturing all sorts of sports!<\/p>\n

\u2022 Waterproof and Ruggedized<\/p>\n

\u2022 Maintain Full Use Of Your Phone<\/p>\n

\"Shuttr<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Railslide\u2122 Mount System – Mount Hitcase To Anything. GoPro Compatible.<\/p>\n

\u2022 MSRP: $129.99<\/p>\n

\u2022 http:\/\/www.hitcase.com\/hitcase-pro<\/a><\/p>\n

Muku Labs Shuttr<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Redefine \u201cselfies\u201d with Shuttr, the one-touch shutter release. You can put your iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Samsung Galaxy S3 or S4 (most iOS and Android devices) up to 30 feet away, and with the click of the Bluetooth remote shutter release, you\u2019ll have great photos. No timer, no apps, no clunky arm in the picture! Shuttr is small enough to be concealed in your hand during photos and designed to attach to your keychain.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0<\/span>MSRP: $39.00<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 www.mukulabs.com<\/a><\/p>\n

\"LuxiExtrasensory Devices Luxi\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Luxi is a small diffusion dome that fits securely over your iPhone\u2019s front-facing camera. When attached and used with a light meter app, Luxi will help you determine the best settings for your DSLR or other camera so that you can take perfectly exposed pictures. With Luxi, your iPhone becomes a convenient and easy to use incident light meter. Professional light meters with the same features can cost several hundred dollars and require you to carry a whole separate device.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0<\/span>MSRP: $29.95\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 http:\/\/www.esdevices.com\/products\/luxi<\/a><\/p>\n

\"PhogoPhogo<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Phogo iPhone case not only protects your iPhone, it turns it into a powerhouse photographic device. \u00a0The Phogo allows you to mount your iPhone to a tripod, monopod or bike mount, has custom opening for wide, macro and telephoto lenses, and has a sun hood accessory for better outdoor visibility and privacy. \u00a0The case fits easily in a pocket or can clip to a lanyard to camera bag. \u00a0Despite its functionality, it preserves the slim design of the phone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Convenient, simple, one-piece snap-case design.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Universal tripod mount fits most standard tripods.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Accepts new Sun Hood accessory for outdoor screen visibility & privacy.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Custom opening for wide\/macro\/fisheye\/lenses.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ergonomic design for secure grip, greater control.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Fits easily in pocket, clips to lanyard, camera bag, etc<\/p>\n

\u2022 Everyday case & complete photo\/video studio in one.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Preserves slim-case design of iPhone.<\/p>\n

\u2022 MSRP: $34.95<\/p>\n

\u2022 www.diffcase.com<\/a><\/p>\n

\"BracketronBracketron Xventure GoPro Bike Mounts<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many aftermarket, universal mounts are big and clunky, taking up too much room on your handlebars or wherever they mount. Bracketron has introduce a line of low-profile and low-vibration mounts designed to securely mount GoPro cameras to your bike in a variety of places. The Axle Mount secures the camera out of view and capture all the exciting action during your ride while keeping your handlebars uncluttered. The Duro Handlebar Mount is designed for BMX and mountain bikes, and offers numerous camera angles and orientations, whether shooting forward or directly back at you. Last the Performa Handlebar Mount was designed for road and mountain bikes, and positions the camera under the handlebars for less obstruction and offers numerous vertical camera angles.<\/p>\n

Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Sturdy aluminum construction reduces vibration for optimal recording quality<\/p>\n

\u2022 Offers numerous camera angles and orientations, whether shooting forward or directly back at riders<\/p>\n

\u2022 Universal fit for GoPro Sport Cameras (Hero, Hero2 & Hero3)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Smooth surface for tightly gripping your clamp or fixed mounts<\/p>\n

\u2022 Easy installation<\/p>\n

\u2022 MSRP: $17.95 – $49.95<\/p>\n

\u2022 http:\/\/www.bracketron.com\/products\/xventure<\/a><\/p>\n

\"ThuleThule Perspektiv Messenger Bag\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Perfect for the athlete and photo buff who wants a stylish, durable bag to hold camera gear and personal electronics\u2014whether heading to the office or leading the group ride. A removable pod system provides a modular option for carrying just the essentials or to store your equipment for safekeeping. Cloudburst construction with welded and taped critical seams, DWR treated fabric and YKK RCPU zippers provides a first line of weather defense<\/p>\n

Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Fits up to prosumer DSLR body with attached zoom lens and extended battery grip<\/p>\n

\u2022 Removable pod system for camera for quick modular convertibility SafeZone<\/p>\n

\u2022 Padded 15\u201d MacBook Pro compartment<\/p>\n

\u2022 Quick access to hardware via weather-resistant zipper<\/p>\n

\u2022 Flip-down organizer panel for accessories (batteries, lens cleaner)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Quick-release, micro adjustable strap system for versatile fit and comfort options<\/p>\n

\u2022 Removable T-strap for cross-body stability<\/p>\n

\u2022 Two zippered stash pockets<\/p>\n

\u2022 High-visibility lining material so you can always find small accessories (SD cards, microfiber cloths)<\/p>\n

\u2022 MSRP: $139.95<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0http:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-us\/us\/products\/sleeves-and-cases\/camera-bags-and-cases\/camera-backpacks\/thule-perspektivt-messenger-bag-black-_-tl_85854227964<\/a><\/p>\n

\"MindshiftMindshift Gear rotation180\u00b0 Professional<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Professional backpack come with the rotation180\u00b0 technology which allows hikers, bikers, climbers, skiers, birders, and other lovers of the out-of-doors the ability to access their cameras, GoPros, binoculars, GPS devices, nature identification books, maps, iPads, and other gear without first having to set their backpacks down on the dirt or mud. With ample room for clothing layers and a hydration reservoir, this pack will help you maintain your creative momentum in any environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Rotating belt pack\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Removable sling for easy tripod attachment\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Waterproof rain cover (allows rotation of belt pack)\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Hydration reservoir pocket (3 Liters)\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Fully adjustable shoulder straps\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Front pleated stash pocket\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Mesh side pocket\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Rail on waist belt for attaching modular components\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Back panel allows convenient access to upper compartment\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Internal aluminum frame<\/p>\n

\u2022 Adjustable ice axe\/ski carry loops<\/p>\n

\u2022 MSRP: $389.99<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0http:\/\/www.mindshiftgear.com\/products\/rotation180-professional<\/a><\/p>\n