pipinondo: THE BEST MINI SPY CAMERAS

The quality of information that a surveillance operation uncovers is heavily dependent on the technology being used.Thankfully, we’re now at a point where technology has realized the once far-fetched gadgets of the spy movies of the past.Wireless spy cameras are now available that are less than 1 inch in length, width, and depth!In today’s guide we take a close look at the best tiny spy cameras currently on the market. We’ve reviewed each model and we tell you if they’re worth your money or not.

COMPARING THE BEST MINI SPY CAMERAS

In our opinion these are the 4 top miniature cameras on the market right now. Each model offers something slightly different and we feel they cover a good range of what’s available.Start by looking at the comparison table where you can quickly compare the key features.Following the comparison table we have individual reviews of each model. We discuss the features that make each model stand-out from the competition and why we think it deserves your attention.If you’re unsure about any of the features then make sure you check out the buyer’s guide.

GOPRO HERO 8 BLACK

Now this isn’t the smallest spy camera on our list, but it is the best in terms of video quality for its size. At just 2.5″ (w) x 1.8″ (h) x 1.3″ (d) it’s very much a micro camera and it’s amazing how they packed so much into such a tiny object.

First off, this spy camera records in 4K HD video and 60 fps. This is the best video quality currently available and provides a ridiculous amount of detail and clarity. If that was’t enough, you can also shoot your video at a super smooth 60 frames per second. These kinds of specs just shouldn’t be available in such a tiny device, it’s a remarkable feat of engineering that will never fail to impress you.

But arguably, the video quality statistics aren’t the most impressive thing about the new iteration of the popular GoPro series. The big new addition with the HERO 8 is the image stabilization. Coined ‘HyperSmooth’ it provides all the benefits of using a gimbal minus the extra size and physical inconvenience. The electronic stabilization cleverly predicts your movements and eliminates annoying camera shake. What you end up with is the smoothest looking action video outside of Hollywood.

But, don’t just take our word for it, take a look at the video below.

Another brand new feature with the HERO 7 is live streaming. You can now broadcast your adventure to a live audience. Sadly, this doesn’t currently work in 4K (only at 1080p at the time of writing but may change with a future software update) but it’s still a really cool feature that allows you to share experiences like never before.

Although it’s very small, it’s actually very tough too. It’s waterproof to 10 meters and it’ll stand up to being bumped and bruised in action too. Even if you do drop it you can still control it thanks to the voice control function. Simply tell it to start or stop recording or to take a picture and it’ll do exactly as you commanded.

The recording time depends on the quality that you shoot at. At full 4K resolution and 60fps you can expect around 1 hour and 20 minutes of video but you can increase this by lowering the quality. You can expand the battery life by purchasing an additional battery pack too.

It’s controlled with a simple touchscreen on the back. With simple swipe and tap gestures you can quickly select the required shooting modes. Besides impressive video it also takes high quality still pictures. The 12 MP photos are electronically enhanced using HDR, noise reduction, and tone mapping for vibrant and detailed stills. There’s also a burst mode which takes 15 shots within a second.

SIRGAWAIN MINI CAMERA

Sirgawain proudly proclaim their mini camera as being, “the world’s smallest WiFi camera”. While I can’t possibly prove this boast, I can say that it is indeed an absolutely tiny size for a WiFi enabled device.

At just under an inch in length, width, and depth this futuristic cube has many talents. Let’s start with the feature that sets it apart from the rest on our list, the WiFi. When paired with the accompanying smartphone/tablet app the camera can livestream a situation as it unfolds in real-time. This opens up a wealth of possibilities of use like monitoring a baby and for home security. It allows you to see what’s going on outside your front door from the comfort of your bed or from the poolside while on holiday.

But, it does still record in the traditional way using a MicroSD card too. It also supports loop recording where it will continue to record when the memory is full by writing over the oldest material.

Like most of the micro cameras that we’ve recommended, this one features motion detection to spur into life when something moves in its view. However, being WiFi enabled allows this camera to take things to the next level of convenience. Upon something being detected by the camera, it will send the images to your phone or e-mail so that you know immediately if there is something suspicious taking place. A bit like having your own tiny cube of a security guard.

It too makes the most of infrared illumination to give it decent low-light performance. The IR lights are only viewable by the camera and give a nighttime viewing resolution of 960p which is really impressive.

On the note of resolution, this is the drawback with this model when compared to our other recommendations. Most small cameras record at a resolution of 1920 x 1080p (at least), the Sirgawain records at this quality too. That means the image quality is going to be quite as crisp as the competition.

The battery performance is good for its size and it gives about 1 hour of footage when used portably. It can also be powered by USB for stationary use.

A nice touch is the magnetic backing which allows it to easily attach to metal surfaces around the home. This removes a lot of the headaches associated with finding an appropriate place to mount a small camera like this. It’s a thoughtful feature that shows Sirgawain know their customers.

THE BEST MINI SPY CAMERAS

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