Hidden Spy Camera Alternatives
Today, a variety of hidden camera devices are available in all shapes and forms. As mentioned in recent articles we have glorified the spy pen for its spy sunglasses amazing versatility and how it could be used in all sorts of situations. Despite our praise regarding this device we need to admit that it's not always the best-hidden spy camera for the job. So here is a quick summary on a couple of the alternative spy camera products on the market right now.
Spy Glasses This is the product that began the whole hidden spy camera craze; represented in movies they allowed someone else to watch what somebody else was seeing. Originally a mini camera was hidden within the nosepiece that connected 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 inside the frame. It just made them to big to be discreet. An answer was soon found through sunglasses; their design allowed much thicker rims without exposing the secret of the hidden camera. Only concern is you can only really use them when it's sunny.
Overall spy sunglasses are magnificent products. The space that camera glasses framework provides allows good quality camera to be placed with other good elements. While not offering the exact versatility as a spy pen they are defiantly a fun alternative device.
Clock Cameras (And other stationary devices) One of the least obvious places to ever hide a camera, people began hiding chunky high quality cameras within wall-mounted clocks and other gadgets. Often placed in devices high up in the room to secure a good view of the entire room, they have produced full room security for years. They offer no versatility, they are only 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 upon several really strange disguises in our time. The most common of these seem to be tie clips, remote controls, and chewing gum packets. All provide roughly the same quality of recording as each other. The challenge 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 devices 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.
