Does this camera allow you to re-record on the memory card (loop around)? I want to take it on a motorcycle trip and just keep the camera recording.
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When the video file reaches the end of recording memory the cam shuts off no round Robin record mode
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No, it does not work in loop mode; technically this is not possible because loop mode would need the camera to record in pieces and delete the oldest (fixed size or time), but this camera is recording in a single piece until you stop it or the card is full. However a 32 GB card holds about 8 hours of 720p video, much more than a battery charge, so you can delete the card when you charge the battery; if you don't have a computer with you just use the format button. I am using it also on a motorcycle and that's the way I do.
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No, once the memory card is full it stops recording. But also it is battery operated so even if it could eventually the battery would die.
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I don't know. I am having a problem with it recording. I was thinking it may not be looping. If you find the answer to your question, please let me know. Thank you, Ron
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Yes it has an option to record audio also. The audio quality is very good but I don't record it, only video. Mine records in a loop just fine. (It continues to record over the oldest recording on card when it is full)
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I haven't tried that, or been in a situation where I've had to use that setup. Once you connect the camera via USB (there's a USB cable that is VERY short built into the camera and another usb connection next to the HDMI connection on the camera) it places the device into USB mode, so it may very well not be able to record while it's connected to USB. You may only be able to transfer files while connected through USB. I hope this helps.....
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Yes it records in a loop mode-the oldest file in the memory card is overwritten.
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It's a loop recording so it erases past info. Just get an 8 gb card. Only record in 3 minute sessions as you won't be able to send recorded video if file is too big.
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I have captured still photos while recording by pressing the shutter button. the picture is captured and the recording continues. I was also confused with this, but when I reviewed the video I eventual saw the pictures taken after the video play back. Yes, I agree this camera is awesome. if you have a smartphone or tablet the sony app turn them into remote controls for the camera through Wi-Fi. I am sorry, if too much info, please disregard.
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Yes though you may receive a weird message stating that some footage may not record properly. Never had an issue though. If it pops up inaccurate format simply remove the card (while cam is on) and put it back in. Should fix the problem
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HiOur units record continuously but in segments, until SD card is full the loops to record over what was previously recorded. Thank you Darren Brock
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Yes, this camera loops the video recording so that if the memory card is full, the oldest video is deleted and overwritten. I like that it saves the video in 2-minute segments (although there might be an option to make it longer than that). Larger video segments take longer to download or open in a video editor. Also, if something happens and you want to prevent that 2-minute segment from being deleted, there is a 'lock' button which will prevent that segment from being deleted.
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The pictures are stored on the computer rather than on the camera (it has no internal memory card). I guess once you've finished filming you could disconnect it and edit the movie further if you need to. Just tried and it works on my PC.
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Hi, the camera can replay your recorded video in slow motion. It is best when used in a brightly lighted area (outside in daylight)
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This is probably a couple months late, but from the page, I can tell you they say: Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included). That is all I know. I'm waiting for mine to arrive in the mail.
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The old files erase and the camera keeps recording without any input from you. Things to note get a trusted 32 gig card and format it in the camera and if you want to keep a event manually lock that video file so the camera does not erase it. If your vehicle bounces around like my semi truck turn off the G sensor option or you will have a lot of locked video files
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If you don't want to record anything, you can simply use the power switch on the unit to turn it off. Of course, every time you stop/start the vehicle along your journey it's going to turn on automatically. Not sure what purpose you're trying to gain setting the recording time to off other than to perhaps stop it overwriting the card when full. When that happens, it displays Card Full and stops recording. I have a 32gb card and just let it continuously overwrite.
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Actually, there's something in the manual about a video limit (NOT card limit) of 2GB (Video recording) at a time, but I am unclear about what happens then. Does one simply start recording again or is the max 2GB size just inaccurate; at that point. In any case, I don't think I'll be doing 2GB clips; without pause anyway, so no big deal.BTW, I like a 4GB (or bigger) SDHC (extreme III and reader) because I can take a bunch of pictures and still have room for video clips. I have extra 4GB cards not yet open.
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memory full is becoz the memory card's storage are taken up by those locked files. there is "unlock all " or "format" from the device, will release those spaces to record again. to have the sd card set to always loop recording mode, then you need to turn the g sensor off, parking mode off. Or adjust the sensitivity of g sensor and parking mode accordingly. thanks Marie