Is it safe to assume that this has camera and microphone? Is the sound REALLY that bad?
618042
It has a webcam and built in microphone. The sound is satisfactory for a computer.
935084
I believe it does... It isn't the most amazing mic in the world. However, for the price, it is better than the camera mic and it sounds pretty darn good.
2190522
It does have a built in microphone but I'm telling ya this is not what you wanna buy. It is NOT worth 150$ at all. I would've wished I bought something else
1520974
I think the quality of the audio produced by this camera is very good. I, personally, would not buy an external microphone. It's a decision you would have to make after viewing your video and seeing if the sound quality is what you prefer, but for me..it's just fine.
1893057
I'd disagree with Pastiche. The audio quality is acceptable, even decent at close proximity. However, as soon as the subject is 10 or more feet away, the mics just aren't sensitive enough to pick up much. The end result is having to turn up your speakers to hear what's going on, leading to hearing more of the unwanted room noise and the hissing self-noise of the components... I've personally worked with a half-dozen of these units and another dozen Flip Cams of various models, and audio is always the biggest complaint.But if you're recording someone from 3 feet away who can project their voice, it will do the job nicely. I'd disagree with Pastiche. The audio quality is acceptable, even decent at close proximity. However, as soon as the subject is 10 or more feet away, the mics just aren't sensitive enough to pick up much. The end result is having to turn up your speakers to hear what's going on, leading to hearing more of the unwanted room noise and the hissing self-noise of the components... I've personally worked with a half-dozen of these units and another dozen Flip Cams of various models, and audio is always the biggest complaint.But if you're recording someone from 3 feet away... » Read More I'd disagree with Pastiche. The audio quality is acceptable, even decent at close proximity. However, as soon as the subject is 10 or more feet away, the mics just aren't sensitive enough to pick up much. The end result is having to turn up your speakers to hear what's going on, leading to hearing more of the unwanted room noise and the hissing self-noise of the components... I've personally worked with a half-dozen of these units and another dozen Flip Cams of various models, and audio is always the biggest complaint.But if you're recording someone from 3 feet away who can project their voice, it will do the job nicely. « Show Less
779920
Sorry, but I really don't know the answer to that question. Every time I use it, and believe me when I say I use it often, I have never felt the need for an external microphone. Sound is clear and crisp, as is the picture.
1613385
I am using the monitor now. It has a webcam but does not have a microphone with it. But it's no biggie, can get a decent microphone under $5.00 or use a headset.
2177301
Audio recording is okay, not great. I don't use the audio recorded from this camera in what I do. I always replace it with music or audio from an other camera.
1371727
The camera has audio in, and it is good. But, if you want a very good sound you could use a external mike. It could put on the camera.
899031
I found it doesn't have a lot of distortion. Is it pro-level? Not even close, but for a budget and for most people that might listen to recordings done with it, it will be fine. I've recorded performances with it, and as a shotgun mic, it filters out external noise nicely.
2043781
Yep, there's a microphone built right in. You can't see it so if there's a problem with it (I have had zero issues with it so far) I'm not sure you could repair it on your own. It's great for the price if you're using it for Skype and not much else.
1541790
Honestly, its terrible. Any POV cam I have come across has terrible sound recording quality.
442639
Built in microphone is realy sensitive. I have to use this camera only in manual mode setting sound attenuation on (not available in auto mode). Otherwise you will hear the camera's motor noise
2267
Cam and mic yes. Sound is poor. Had to use sound enhancements to boost levels and still not great. LAN connection is there.
1078014
You can hear it but I don't think it sounds that good. There are definitely other cameras out there with better audio on video recording. I guess thats a drawback of having a waterproof camera. http://s19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/bowtiebadboy/?action=view&current=P5260001.flv
2277570
As far as cameras go, the resolution isn't great, better have good lighting. There is some resolution adjustment in the camera settings. The Mic. I have no idea, I don't have one to even try it and report back to you.
1827057
The speaker isn't loud or very good quality.. But it does let you verify you are recording something.. :)