Q. Im lookingto use these as surfing and skaing action cameras. These three are within my price range but im not sure which one would work best for the job.
Cheers jasper
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http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=482485284
http://node1.torpedo7.co.nz/products/1DCMHN919/title/camshot-action-helmet-camera
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=483316644
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Like he said, also you can get the Kodak PlaySport Zx3 or Zx5. They take good well actually great video! It has WVGA, 720p, 720p 60 fps, and 1080p. The Zx5 has better video quality and the Zx3 has a little better sound. They are waterproof. But the Zx5 is dustproof and shockproof. The Zx3 has a external battery you can take out. The Zx5 is internal and you have to send it in to replace the battery. I have the Zx5. I love mine. The Zx3 has a Mini HDMI cable that it comes with one and the Zx5 has a Micro HDMI cable that doesn't come with it in the box. In the box is a paper that you can register you camera for free. I got mine for free. Shipping may apply where you live, it can be free or not be free. The Zx3 comes with an AV cable. The Zx5 does not. The Zx3 has more accessories that comes with it than the Zx5 does. Also it has a reset button the Zx5, but I think it may have a reset button on the Zx3 but I don't know. You can buy a remote for them too and floating wrist strap or lanyard. Or however you spell it. They both hold up to 32GB SDHC or just SD cards. It needs to be class 4 or higher. I have a couple of them. 2 8's, 2 4's and a couple more. So yeah. This is a great camera to use, if you don't want that, get the Kodak PlayTouch. It's a good camera too except that it's not waterproof. But hey. They come in cool colors too! The Zx5 has DIS (Digital Image Stabilization) and the Zx3 has EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) that you can turn off and the Zx5, you can't turn it off. The Zx5 is better on that one. They are great cameras, takes 5.1 Megapixel pictures too! If you want more details, type Kodak Playsport Zx3 or Zx5 manual. It does full HD :) it's waterproof up to 10 ft(3 meters) and shockproof up to 5 ft(1.5 meters).
what should i bring/do in New Zealand in Jan-Jul?
DtEk7036
i'll be visiting NZ in Jan-Jul. i have no idea what to bring/do
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Oh where to begin!
Let's start with the basics. You're going to be there primarily during warm months, but it will cool off at the end of your trip. Weather conditions will vary greatly depending on where in New Zealand you end up staying. But in general, New Zealand has an extremely temperate climate, never getting too cold or too warm. That isn't to say you won't completely burn up some summer days, it can get very warm! Still, the coastal climate keeps things relatively comfortable.
For summer, remember shorts, t-shirts, and sandals. And swim trunks. Kiwi's call sandals "jondals". And trunks are "togs". You'll get the hang of it quick.
If you are going to be traveling around, especially with the South Island, bring layers. You'll want to be able to bundle up if things get cold. Same goes for rain gear. Some sort of rain jacket with a hood would serve you well. Whatever bag you bring should be waterproof as to protect your goods, especially a camera - because you WILL want to take a camera.
Also note that New Zealanders do not heat their homes like is done many places. Be prepared and bring warm layers of clothing. This is, of course, subject to where you will be exactly. But I found the best way to go is to bring a bunch of light layers that could be stripped off or piled on depending on the climate I was at. New Zealand ranges from rain forest to glaciers, so you'll see anything and everything! Between your light layers and a rain layer, you should be good to go. Anything else you find you are missing can easily be bought there.
As for what exactly to do? This is a massive question, and I can't even begin to answer it all here. If you like anything related to the outdoors, New Zealand is the place to be. There is sailing, every water sport imaginable, and every extreme sport you could want. Bungie jumping was invented there, for example. I highly recommend you travel around the countryside, find hiking trails, and book yourself rafting trips, skydiving, etc. - anything and everything you can afford.
The cities of New Zealand also offer impressive cultural and historical opportunities. Museums and art galleries are unique, due to the Maori presence and influence. I have never seen anything like the culture produced from the fascinating Maori.
If you are into sports, you owe it to yourself to catch an All Blacks rugby game. Absolutely awesome stuff.
Other things to think about bringing: electric wall converter, camera, a journal, a New Zealand guide book (I have linked several in the sources), and anything else you can't live 5 some months without.
I could go on all day about New Zealand and the travels I had, but overall remember to pack for the outdoors as well as the city. Good walking shoes! You will be walking everywhere. Both for city and for hiking. And clothes to match for both as well, because you'll want to experience all of it you can. Once to get to New Zealand there are dozens of tourist information centers that can get you in the right direction, but another fantastic way is just ask the locals you meet what the best sights are. I often found out about beautiful spots and locations off the beaten trail by asking locals - and trust me, they were never wrong.
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