Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Father's Day Gift Guide - Polaroid XS80 Hi-Definition Action Video Camera








Polaroid, the 75-year-old brand synonymous with instant imaging, sharing and fun, is expanding its line of mountable hi-definition action video cameras with an affordable model that allows consumers to easily capture their every adventure.  At only $129.99, the XS80 action camera joins the already extensive Polaroid product offerings, and will provide users with the ability to take 1080p video at 30 frames per second (FPS), guaranteeing that they never miss an instant of the excitement. 



Be it biking, surfing, mountain climbing or any other outdoor activity, Polaroid offers the perfect action video camera for action sports enthusiasts and fun-seeking families to capture and share all of life’s thrilling adventures – at a price that is very affordable. Built in a tough waterproof housing with anti-shake technology, the Polaroid XS80 is also shock and impact resistant allowing it to be used in all types of daring environments.   Additionally a variety of mounts that come standard allow video and still images to be captured virtually anywhere.    



Offered by C&A Licensing LLC, an authorized Polaroid licensee, the Polaroid XS80 hi-definition action video camera comes standard with a helmet mount and a limited one year warranty. 



The Polaroid XS80 has a suggested retail price of $129.99 and is currently available at www.polaroid.com, Canadian Tire, Tiger Direct and other select retailers.




My Thoughts

If you have an dad in your life who enjoys an active lifestyle, the Polaroid XS80 hi-definition action video camera is the perfect gift for him.  This action camera is the only way to capture all your adventures. By mounting the camera onto your helmet, you're able to record events from your own perspective, creating home movies family and friends will actually enjoy watching.

The Polaroid camera is simple to use and comes with everything you'll need to get started. There is a mount included that allows you to hook the camera to your helmet. Just turn it on and go. You'll get live action footage of sports games, bike tricks, vacations and any other interactive events worth recording. The camera is very lightweight so you won't even remember you have it attached to your head and it allows for over two hours of video time. Battery life is excellent.

Once your video is filmed, there is a USB cable that allows you to download it onto your computer. The videos come out beautiful and in high definition. They are vivid and colorful and allow you to see things from a whole new vantage point.  Even if you don't want to use the mount, you can film by hand with results that are just as impressive. This is definitely a great camera and a unique way to create lasting memories the whole family can enjoy.


 

2 comments:

Janet W. said...

This would make a great gift for my son in law! He's very active and loves taking pictures of his adventures.

rj7777 said...

I am impressed with this camera. It looks so fun and being able to put it on your head to mount it is wonderful. I didn't realize they had such a great camera. Thanks. I will be looking at this when I am at the Mall next. Rita Spratlen