Helmet Camera
A helmet camera is exactly what it says, a camera that attaches to a helmet to allow a visual record of events from a particular person’s point of view without the use of hands. A helmet camera is also known as a bullet camera, a micro video camera and a lipstick camera in the industry.

Helmet cameras are used in many sports. One of the first sports to use a helmet camera was skydiving. However in the beginning, before the recent advances in technology, the camera was the common full-size versus the pen size they are today. The NFL even tried them out in the early 90’s to provide an inside view of the game, however it was short lived due to the extra weight and the aggressive footage it captured. Nowadays, a high-tech helmet camera for police is available to help police officers film criminals. It is also used by the military as a night vision tool. British armies have been using the helmet camera during battle times to capture the true essence of war. The possibilities are endless whether you’re a professional or the average Joe just wanting to showcase your talent.

There are many manufacturers of helmet cameras today. In this digital age, it is more and more common to find unique ways to incorporate technology in our everyday lives. Majority of the helmet cameras on the market today are relatively cheap, however that depends on how many bells and whistles you want to have. Most are the size of lipstick tubes and are more for a security use than common everyday video use. The one drawback is that the cameras need to be hooked up to a video recording device, such as a small handheld camcorder. Most models also require their own power sources as well.

If you are wondering if using a helmet camera is a viable option for you or your sport, check out the Internet. For the most part, if your sport requires a helmet, a helmet camera can be mounted to it. The Internet has millions of website dedicated to capturing sports events with helmet cameras. Helmet cameras are a unique way to capture once in a lifetime moments.