Killer Deal: Contour HD 1080P $120 after rebate

gt_turbo · September 19th, 2011, 04:25 PM

http://www.compusa.com/applications/...951&CatId=4451

just sharing for anyone who is in the market for a camera.

CZroe · September 21st, 2011, 12:07 PM

Is it the one with Bluetooth?

Zombiphone · September 21st, 2011, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

Is it the one with Bluetooth?

No, you're thinking of the ContourGPS/Contour+. This one's just a video camera.

It's a very nice one at an amazing price though (I was stoked when I scored one of these for JUST $180 a while ago). Nice find

WhiteRice · September 21st, 2011, 12:41 PM

What do I need to hook it up to my helmet/bike?

Zombiphone · September 21st, 2011, 12:57 PM

It comes with a flat stick on mount for mounting to the side of your bike or anywhere on your helmet, as well as a slip on mount for dirtbike/snowboarding goggles. I, however, have a separate RAM mount on my handlebars with a universal adapter, since I'm paranoid about the crashability of having a tough chunk of plastic clamped to the side of my head. But any of those methods will work.

gfloyd2002 · September 21st, 2011, 01:22 PM

I'm in the market, but was about to pull the trigger on a GoPro at twice the price. Tiffani, any thoughts considering you have the Contour? Ease of use, size, etc.?

WhiteRice · September 21st, 2011, 01:23 PM

I pulled the trigger. Thanks for the tip!

Zombiphone · September 21st, 2011, 01:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gfloyd2002

I'm in the market, but was about to pull the trigger on a GoPro at twice the price. Tiffani, any thoughts considering you have the Contour? Ease of use, size, etc.?

I like it a lot. It's small (The whole thing will fit in the palm of your hand) and it's simple enough that you can operate it with gloves (You only need the big power button and record on/off switch to start and stop it). The video turns out really nicely, the editing program it comes with is simple and straightforward for those who aren't super video editing literate, and the battery life is pretty good- especially if you flip the switch for the lower resolution setting. Oh, and it's crash test approved

The only drawbacks I've seen are that there's no screen, so you have to have some sort of computer handy in order to review what you've recorded, and you also need to hook it up to a computer in order to change the settings (Like recording volume, bit rate, contrast and exposure, ect). Neither issue has been a problem for me, but I thought I'd throw that out there just as a heads up.

I don't know how the gopro compares, but I'm pretty happy with my contour

CZroe · September 21st, 2011, 02:42 PM

Even if they aren't serious problems, they aren't problems at all with the Bluetooth models, which is why I want one of those. I'm still wondering why the BT models need an adapter to work with iPhone when Apple opened up iOS BT to developers with custom BT hardware and they don't need it to work with Android. The only other thing I want is live viewfinder streaming from your cellphone like Looxcie Live with the Looxcie wearable camera.

Oh, and I'd want to see a "wearable" version as well for life streaming.

Mountain Dew · September 21st, 2011, 02:58 PM

Holy ****.

CompUSA isn't out of business yet?

Great deal though, I'll probably be picking one up.

WhiteRice · September 21st, 2011, 03:02 PM

Looks like they got picked up by tigerdirect.com

WhiteRice · September 21st, 2011, 08:22 PM

Do you guys think the windshield mount (suction cup) would be usable on my fairings?

massacremasses · September 21st, 2011, 08:27 PM

GoPros have skyrocketed since their success. I still have a catalog when they came out in 2009 where they are $100... no joke.

I like GoPros to much to get another camera... lol

Momaru · September 21st, 2011, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

Even if they aren't serious problems, they aren't problems at all with the Bluetooth models, which is why I want one of those. I'm still wondering why the BT models need an adapter to work with iPhone when Apple opened up iOS BT to developers with custom BT hardware and they don't need it to work with Android. The only other thing I want is live viewfinder streaming from your cellphone like Looxcie Live with the Looxcie wearable camera.

Oh, and I'd want to see a "wearable" version as well for life streaming.

The two higher-end Contour models have the streaming view finder-to-iPhone capability with an attachment (the Connect-View card). I think the top-end one, the Contour+ (~$500) comes with that item included. Nifty app, but hardly worth the extra mulah for me, esp since I lack a compatible phone/tablet.

I've been looking hard at the ContourROAM, supposedly the next step up from the HD. It's waterproof to 1m, has a somewhat wider angle lens (170* vs 135* on the HD), more rotation on the lens (270* vs 90*, to correct for mounting sideways/upside-down), an integrated 1/4"-20 threaded mount for standard camera mounts, supposedly improved video and better battery life. Not sure it's worth another $80 though (it's currently $199 at Amazon). My biggest problem with the ROAM is the battery isn't removable, so probably no super-long days of recording, without wiring a charger and you have to open the back hatch to get at the microUSB charger slot (instead of just dropping in a spare battery with the ContourHD).

There's several video comparison/reviews out there, including one that does the Contour, GoPro and DriftHD all side by side. In general the Contour seems to be a little less rich color, but truer.

Glad to hear you've been happy with yours Tiffani. Thinking harder and harder about pushing "go" on a Contour of some form for myself.
Edit: Just decided to go for it & got a ContourROAM with a suction mount

Cuongism · September 21st, 2011, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zombiphone

I don't know how the gopro compares, but I'm pretty happy with my contour

For comparison's sake, the gopro also doesn't have a screen, but an lcd screen accessory is available for $79. You may need instructions, but you can change any of the settings on the camera itself (I doubt anyone will want to change settings on the fly though). It also has a one touch mode for record/off so functions with gloves. My camera was also crash-approved

Amazing price on the contour though

WhiteRice · September 22nd, 2011, 07:12 AM

Has anyone noticed that the banner ad on front page has started advertising the contour roam and compusa?

Clever ad robots...

Zombiphone · September 22nd, 2011, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cuongism

My camera was also crash-approved

The things we do for science

CZroe · September 22nd, 2011, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhiteRice

Has anyone noticed that the banner ad on front page has started advertising the contour roam and compusa?

Clever ad robots...

It's using your cookies. I researched the Timbuk2 hidden backpack and it advertised Timbuk2 crap to me for months on many websites (this included). I looked for a part number to a certain tool I had from Harbor Freight and it started advertising that tool and several alternatives to me for weeks despite already owning it.

Mountain Dew · September 22nd, 2011, 09:09 AM

AdBlock Plus is your friend

Alex · September 22nd, 2011, 01:08 PM

Might be your friend. Not my friend.

(but - there is an option in everyone's user control panel here where they can choose to disable advertising on the site. It will blank them out more reliably than any add-on blocker without messing up the page formatting, and be faster to boot)

azimmer11 · September 22nd, 2011, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhiteRice

Do you guys think the windshield mount (suction cup) would be usable on my fairings?

i use mine on my fairings and its never fallen off...

YORCHI · September 22nd, 2011, 01:22 PM

If anyone was in the market for a Drift HD170 they are on sale for 170 with free shipping over at www.bhphotovideo.com

I just bought one after considering all three...the GoPro, the Drift, and the Countour

paterick4o8 · September 22nd, 2011, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mountain Dew

Holy ****.

CompUSA isn't out of business yet?

hahah I thought the exact same thing!

oh and nice post about this deal.. got me thinking....

CZroe · September 22nd, 2011, 04:06 PM

They own Circuit City's name and logo too so don't do a double-take when you see a circuitcity.com deal. ;-)

paterick4o8 · September 22nd, 2011, 04:29 PM

ok L, ya got me.. I ended up buying

WhiteRice · September 24th, 2011, 04:57 PM

Arrived in the mail today, awesome! Thanks again! Now I just need the weather to clear up to go riding.

CynicalC · September 24th, 2011, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mountain Dew

Holy ****.

CompUSA isn't out of business yet?

Great deal though, I'll probably be picking one up.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

They own Circuit City's name and logo too so don't do a double-take when you see a circuitcity.com deal. ;-)

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhiteRice

Looks like they got picked up by tigerdirect.com

CompUSA, Circuit City and Tiger Direct are all subsidiaries of Systemax.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

Might be your friend. Not my friend.

(but - there is an option in everyone's user control panel here where they can choose to disable advertising on the site. It will blank them out more reliably than any add-on blocker without messing up the page formatting, and be faster to boot)

Thanks!

gt_turbo · September 24th, 2011, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhiteRice

Arrived in the mail today, awesome! Thanks again! Now I just need the weather to clear up to go riding.

wow pretty quick shipping. post up some vids for us to check out the quality.

pilotgeorge747 · September 24th, 2011, 09:12 PM

I went and picked one of these up on Thursday. I am debating between mounting it to my helmet or mounting it on top of the gauges looking out the windscreen. Anyone mount one another way?

September 19th, 2011, 04:25 PM	#1
gt_turbo ninjette.org sage Name: L Location: WI Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): '09 250R, '13 CBR500R Posts: 709	Killer Deal: Contour HD 1080P $120 after rebate http://www.compusa.com/applications/...951&CatId=4451 just sharing for anyone who is in the market for a camera.

September 21st, 2011, 01:22 PM	#6
gfloyd2002 User Title Free Since '12 Name: Floyd Location: Barbados Join Date: Dec 2010 Motorcycle(s): '10 Ninja 250R Special Edition Green Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 13 MOTM - Feb '12	I'm in the market, but was about to pull the trigger on a GoPro at twice the price. Tiffani, any thoughts considering you have the Contour? Ease of use, size, etc.? __________________________________________________ "Improvement makes straight roads, but the crooked roads without improvement, are roads of genius." — William Blake

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Mountain Dew Ambrosia. Name: Jaymie Location: Oahu, Hawaii Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1974 Honda CB550K0 W.I.P. Posts: A lot.	Holy ****. CompUSA isn't out of business yet? Great deal though, I'll probably be picking one up. __________________________________________________ Life's better on the Mountain.

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September 21st, 2011, 12:07 PM	#2
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September 21st, 2011, 12:41 PM	#4
WhiteRice Kamikaze Squirrel Name: Zach Location: NJ Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250r Posts: 300	What do I need to hook it up to my helmet/bike?

September 21st, 2011, 12:57 PM	#5
Zombiphone CVMA/AFM #72 Name: Tiffani Location: Los Angeles, Ca Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r (Racebike), 2015 FZ-07(Tourer), 2001 KX65(LOL bike) Posts: A lot.	It comes with a flat stick on mount for mounting to the side of your bike or anywhere on your helmet, as well as a slip on mount for dirtbike/snowboarding goggles. I, however, have a separate RAM mount on my handlebars with a universal adapter, since I'm paranoid about the crashability of having a tough chunk of plastic clamped to the side of my head. But any of those methods will work.

September 21st, 2011, 01:23 PM	#7
WhiteRice Kamikaze Squirrel Name: Zach Location: NJ Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250r Posts: 300	I pulled the trigger. Thanks for the tip!

September 21st, 2011, 02:42 PM	#9
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	Even if they aren't serious problems, they aren't problems at all with the Bluetooth models, which is why I want one of those. I'm still wondering why the BT models need an adapter to work with iPhone when Apple opened up iOS BT to developers with custom BT hardware and they don't need it to work with Android. The only other thing I want is live viewfinder streaming from your cellphone like Looxcie Live with the Looxcie wearable camera. Oh, and I'd want to see a "wearable" version as well for life streaming.

September 21st, 2011, 03:02 PM	#11
WhiteRice Kamikaze Squirrel Name: Zach Location: NJ Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250r Posts: 300	Looks like they got picked up by tigerdirect.com

September 21st, 2011, 08:22 PM	#12
WhiteRice Kamikaze Squirrel Name: Zach Location: NJ Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250r Posts: 300	Do you guys think the windshield mount (suction cup) would be usable on my fairings?

September 22nd, 2011, 07:12 AM	#16
WhiteRice Kamikaze Squirrel Name: Zach Location: NJ Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250r Posts: 300	Has anyone noticed that the banner ad on front page has started advertising the contour roam and compusa? Clever ad robots...

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September 22nd, 2011, 01:22 PM	#22
YORCHI n00b Name: Jorge Location: Perris, CA Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Blue 2010 Ninja 250 Posts: 581	If anyone was in the market for a Drift HD170 they are on sale for 170 with free shipping over at www.bhphotovideo.com I just bought one after considering all three...the GoPro, the Drift, and the Countour __________________________________________________ Facebook YouTube #KCCO

September 22nd, 2011, 04:06 PM	#24
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	They own Circuit City's name and logo too so don't do a double-take when you see a circuitcity.com deal. ;-)

September 22nd, 2011, 04:29 PM	#25
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September 24th, 2011, 04:57 PM	#26
WhiteRice Kamikaze Squirrel Name: Zach Location: NJ Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250r Posts: 300	Arrived in the mail today, awesome! Thanks again! Now I just need the weather to clear up to go riding.

September 24th, 2011, 09:12 PM	#29
pilotgeorge747 ninjette.org guru Name: George Location: Florida Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250r 03 Yamaha R6 (Project bike) Posts: 271	I went and picked one of these up on Thursday. I am debating between mounting it to my helmet or mounting it on top of the gauges looking out the windscreen. Anyone mount one another way?

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