I'm guessing that you used the threaded insert in the bottom of the camera to
secure it? If you did this probably the biggest part of the problem. Not only
does it hurt video quality it will eventually crack out the bottom of the
camera.
Mike
Woody Hair wrote:
> I bought a Sony TRV25 Handycam (regular 8 mm) about 6 months ago for
> $499. It has the Image Stabilization and 2.5 swing out screen. I have
> it mounted on a bar that runs between the "B" pillars on an '88 M3. I
> recently bought a wide angle adapter ($20) that adds to the view and
> makes it look like you're going faster, which is of prime importance.
> The 2.5 screen is handy for lining up the camera to the view you want,
> as well as later viewing before you can get to a TV. Despite my stock
> suspension and the image stabilization, the picture is quite jumpy on
> most courses/tracks. I've been meaning to try it with the I.S. turned
> off, but keep forgetting. With the w/a adapter you can only see the
> driver (and passenger) helmets when they are tilted for a turn. The
> upper half of the steering wheel is visable. This is with the camera
> mounted in the center of the car and aimed straight ahead. On the track
> it's very simple to turn the camera 180 degrees for a neat view of
> everyone catching me from behind.
> Woody Hair
>
> Mark J. Andy wrote:
> >
> > Howdy,
> >
> > Anyone got any recomendations for a video camera primarily for autox use?
> >
> > Does this steady shot stuff work to take out road vibrations?
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