Recommendation for Job Site Cameras
Recommendation for Job Site Cameras
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Hey guys, my office is considering purchasing a job site camera for time-lapse project recording. I have very little knowledge about these cameras and after some research online I see there is wide pricing range from a bit above a hundred dollars to several grand. Can someone give me an introductory lesson about construction cameras as to the most important attributes and functions to consider before purchasing? Is live monitoring capability important? What power source (battery, power cable, solar, etc) works better? My projects are mostly water/wastewater treatment plant jobs. Any insight or suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thanks.





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The thread was thread507-313155: Bolt Failure, but the photo has been removed.
Dik
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If I need higher resolution, either field or lab, I use a Canon 100mm macro lens with a ring light, on either an EOS 1Dx or an EOS 5D, both full frame cameras.
Here is a cross section of a welded galvanized pipe as part of a failure investigation (galvanizing burned off by welding...resulted in premature corrosion)....
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Are you talking about the CHDK firmware mod? I've used that on both of my Canon Powershot cameras, works well. Oh, and it has quasi-official status with Canon, i.e. they have stated that use of the firmware update does not necessarily void the camera warranty.
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Added: The optical telephoto is really good... have propped the camera on ladders or things, focused on machine info plates with zoom, set the timer to minimise 'shake' and taken photos from 30' to read the tag info... works like a charm.
Dik
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Dik
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I am looking into the software/firmware you recommended. Thanks.
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You'll find the software exceptional... and there are more 'scripts' to do more things. Check it out first... it does not interfere with the existing firmware; no chance of bricking your camera. You can either load it as needed or, alternatively, have it load at startup automatically. When I told my son about it, he wanted to look into 'Rooting' my SX30...
I also use a Canon Speedlite 580EXII strobe with my XS's It's nearly as big as they are, but is an incredible strobe... just recharging the AA's. Haven't used it for a few months and this thread reminded me to check them.
Dik
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I use a lot of photography equipment. I once had to rig a ballhead on a sandbag with a remote trigger to shoot a roller coaster failure.
My biggest challenge remains with taking photomicrographs.
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It takes a lot of effort to do the job.
Look up the guys who photograph NASA launches. They have to leave the cameras unattended without remote control and ready to photograph the launch for a period of days after they set up. It might even extend longer.
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Dik
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