2008Video Assist and Video Accessories forum
Chasecam video recorder practical experiences and alternatives
18 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
DisputedParticipants disagreed and reached no conclusion. Read the findings as positions, not as an answer.
What the thread found
- The Chasecam PDR100H cost 525 dollars and weighed 14 ounces with dimensions approximately 4 by 5 by 2 inches.
- The device featured a Lemo connector for power and video, BNC input and output connectors, an integrated microphone, and could run on four AA batteries.
- Some operators reported the Chasecam performed well after a power supply board upgrade that resolved noise issues.
- Other operators found the Chasecam had poor codec quality, was bulky, and proved unreliable in use.
- The Archos AV500 was mentioned as an available alternative but was heavier and menu-driven rather than using simple buttons.
- Company responsiveness to customer inquiries was problematic, with delayed responses and frequent backorder claims.
Depends on
- Discussion occurred in 2008, making current product availability uncertain.
- Only anecdotal reports of actual user experience were provided, with no systematic testing or specifications comparison.
- The alternative units mentioned (Archos AV500, Sony PC-5, PV700) lacked detailed specifications for direct comparison.
- Contradictory user feedback was present regarding product reliability and performance.