Hidden Spy Camera Alternatives
Right now, a number of hidden camera devices are available in all shapes and forms. As mentioned in earlier articles we have glorified the spy pen for its astonishing versatility and how it may be used in all kinda situations. Despite our praise of this particular device we have to admit that it's not always the best-hidden spy camera for the job. So here is a quick summary on a few of the alternative spy camera products on the market right now.
Spy Glasses This is the product that began the entire hidden spy camera craze; illustrated in movies they allowed somebody else to watch what another person was seeing. Traditionally a micro camera was hidden within the nosepiece that united the lenses together. The main purpose these nifty little gadgets never really seemed to take off however was the sheer size of the camera embedded within the frame. It just made them to cumbersome to be discreet. An answer was soon discovered in the form of sunglasses; their design allowed much thicker rims without exposing the secret of the hidden camera. Only problem is you can only really use them when it's sunny.
Overall spy sunglasses are excellent products. The space that camera glasses framework provides allows top quality camera to be placed with other good components. While not offering the exact versatility as a spy pen they are defiantly a fun alternative device.
Clock Cameras (And other stationary devices)
Among the least obvious places to ever hide a camera, people began hiding chunky premium quality cameras within wall-mounted clocks and other gadgets. Often placed in devices high up in the room to ensure a good view of all of the room, they have delivered full room security for years. They offer no versatility, they are basically a one trick pony, but what a trick. If you're a hidden camera hound like myself you certainly would be lost without just one of these variations in your collection.
Pre-disguised Hidden Cameras Some how we have discovered ourselves coming full loop back to the spy pen. We shall make an effort not to keep mentioning it as there are other devices this concept has been used to create, usually common daily objects. We've come across several really bizarre disguises in our time. Among the most common of these seem to be tie clips, remote controls, and chewing gum packets. All supply roughly the same quality of recording as each other. The problem we have with these is that they are limited to how you can use them. A good piece of spy equipment should be versatile and always comfortable in its surroundings. These gadgets are not useable everywhere you go, so failing miserably we find ourselves coming back to the spy pen and stamping it with our highest recommendation.