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Your video turned out much better than I expected. Usually an action camera is the last thing you'd want to use on something like a safari as there is no optical zoom, but yours turned out pretty nice! We just got back from our South Africa trip two weeks ago. Talk about an amazing experience!

A few tips I've come across with the x3000. I feel the camera really shines when you throw in a few static shots on a tripod. This small one from manfrotto is one I try to carry: https://www.keh.com/shop/manfrotto-pixi-mini-tripod-black-717294.html?m=Grouped&prod_id=649515&aid=649515&rmatt=tsid:|cid:931225564|agid:50867619276|tid:pla-360133919402|crid:244046047110|nw:g|rnd:15439956281934750150|dvc:c|adp:1o3&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5o3P7OyM2QIVUYF-Ch08Cwr0EAQYAyABEgLXZ_D_BwE

In the car we experimented with using this Joby suction mount. If you attach it to the windshield you can get some great shots while driving. The stabilization and wide angle lens does an amazing job capturing the scenery. We then would attach it to the rear window pointed forward to capture us in the car (using the app to start the recording).
https://www.amazon.com/Suction-Locking-Session-Contour-Action/dp/B00O8R7A72

Thanks for posting the video!

Hey, congrats on your trip! Whatever you do, don't mount the cam directly to your motorbike. The image stabilization feature does more harm than good in this instance. Put it on your helmet or shoulder or some place. If you want to mount a cam to your bike, then I would recommend the X1000 as well since that doesn't come with the same image stabilization feature.

The X3000 comes with it's own waterproof case and works really well. Sony makes a decent monopod that I have used in the ocean. But any monopod will work as long as it has the correct connector. If you get the version that comes with a a remote, well it connects about 60% of the time. I find it very frustrating to use because of this. And the remote doesn't work under water at all. It is best to simply use your phone and download the play memories app from itunes or the google play store. Also, get a few extra batteries as the video on this only lasts about 25 minutes or so in 4K recording.

Edit: If you use the waterproof housing, the camera can get pretty hot. So I would use it only when going under water some place. I would also recommend the lens protctor which is only compatible with the X3000 and the AS300. There is a different lens cover for the X1000 if you go that route.

Second edit: You might also want to get some sort of material to act as a wind cover for the mic as well since all you will be recording while motorcycling is the wind overpowering the mic. And when you are handling the camera, make sure to use slow, steady movements if you are walking around. Sudden motions using the camera could make a viewer want to throw up, lol.

Hi /u/Random_Link_Roulette ,

thank you for checking by and asking your question here.

> I am tryijng to make it way more clear / better as something just seems off


Am I right to assume you used the case while operating the camera (video 1)?


As long as you know the camera won't fall in a puddle, lake, pond, river or the ocean I would suggest to use it without the case with the "Sony AKAHLP1" lens protector (to protect it from stones which might hit the lense while driving).

That would give you better audio quality and less sun-flare.

Also how was the temperature? The second video looks like the case fogged up or was dirty. For that you can use a anti-fog-insert.

Inside the car (like in video 3) you can use it without the case with the black rail which came with the camera.

The quality as you see it here will hold up under "real-world" circumstances.

>What is the best editor to bring images together and crap?

I personally use the software mentioned in the sidebar. It supports all the files from the SACs and many other cameras and allow useful things like "lens-correction" and 50Mbps video output in different formats.

> why is sound distorted so badly?

I am not quite sure what mount you used, but the mount combined with the camera beeing inside the case is the reason for the quality of the audio.

For vehicular filming I always recommend using a second camera or audio recorder mounted on the helmet or seat of the driver.

Hey Nic... See any reason off the top of your head why this 128 GB Samsung card wouldn't work for the X3000 (max 4K video settings)? I realize most cards just need to be tested to know for sure, but wondered if there was a detail that I'm just missing. Trying to save a few bucks off the recommended sidebar card. :) Thanks in advance!

> More important than the mount itself is a floater.

Yes, I bought the sony floater, hope it's good!! Or should I switch to the Luxebell?

> Maybe you heard about the old AKA-SM1 mount - could be the reason it was discontinued and replaced by the new mount.

That's it, I only found the AKA-SM1 mount.

I also quickly browsed now and saw there's one from drift that attaches itself to a FCS cup, have you heard of this one?

Anyway, thanks man, I will probably five the VCT-BDM1 a shot since I don't have a cup on the nose of my board yet

Thank you for all of the great advice!!

Good idea with the accessory packs. I'm not finding one that includes a GoPro to SAC converter, not that i couldn't buy one separately.

I would need something like this, correct?

I bought this triple charger at the start of the month and am very happy with it. I had a dual charger from Wasabe that didn't last very long. I'm hoping this will last longer.

I completely agree with you that the non Sony branded batteries are not worth the money. I have two or three other brands and always go back to the Sony branded ones.

I already have the VCTAMK1 Arm Kit so i can use it with the VCTHM2 if necessary. Thanks a lot guys!

Edit This looks pretty cool.

You made the right decision on this camera. The biggest thing is make sure the lens is ok. I went and bought this:

It protects the lens

Samsung 128GB 100MB/s (U3) MicroSD EVO Select