Roundup of Hidden Spy Cameras
Spy cameras – nothing new here, right? Embedded cameras have been around for years and have slowly made it from the upper echelons of the security services down to typical consumers like us. Here we’re going to feature some of the various types of cameras that are available right now.
Kicking off our list is the calculator spycam. It’s a desktop calculator with a very small video camera embedded in its side. It is well disguised, because it really works as a calculator. Expect to get at least 25 FPS at a 320×240 resolution. These will be able to record in multiple audio, video and photo formats including MP3, AVI, and MPEG4.
Of course, we had to include a spy camera watch. These wrist watches have been inspired by spy movies like James Bond. They typically look like pricey analog watches and have the camera lens hidden in the face. In one example, the lens is expertly hidden in the numbering. Due to the smaller size, the video quality isn’t quite as good as in a larger device. It is still amazing for something you can get for under $200.
Another very spy movie-like device is spy camera sunglasses. Look for those that can take both photos and video. You should be able to find a pair that takes at least 1.3 Megapixel shots. You should be able to find a pair for under $200.
If you need to take images or video remotely or above ground, then get an RC spy plane. This is perfect for reconnaissance. Most people wouldn’t even suspect that a remote controlled plane could take photos or record video.
If you would rather keep things on the ground, then there are lots of options for RC cars and trucks with cameras. You could even attach your own camera to an RC toy. Some will even transmit video wirelessly to a headset or other screen.
If you have children and want to keep an eye on the nanny or babysitter, then you’ll want something a bit different. Then you may want something more appropriate that would blend into a child’s room or perhaps the living room. Look around for toys that also have spycams embedded in them. Some of these will even record and transmit in real-time (like a webcam). Some can even be viewed over the Internet. You can then view that from any computer with a Web browser.
For more specific examples of products with embedded spycams, take a look at this popular electronics reviews blog.
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