Runcam2 4K - Best onboard cam for planes
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- Runcam2 4K - Best onboard cam for planes. Sharp detail with natural colour. High resolution and high frame rates. 155º wide angle. Would be improved with increased HDR as an option. Audio level is low. This will replace my Mobius C2.
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IMPORTANT - This camera requires a Samsung EVO U3 micro SD card (or faster) for smooth 4k video recording. Other cards give jumpy results.
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We just bought this camera and tested it today on one of our RC planes. It worked great and gave us our first 3 videos of us flying an RC plane. Really highly recommended, the runcam2 4K, we are very happy!
Great to hear!
I mounted mine on a slip ring assembly, which allows continuous 360 degree rotation on my FX61. THE video results are great.
Yes, nice job again, will have to get one of these. I still can't get over your winters. You are so blessed to be where you are and thank your for the informative videos.
I ordered one of these about a month back, haven't used it yet. Thank You for this review.
Andrew!!!!!! Mine gets here tomorrow and I cannot wait to start playing with it. Thanks for the review and I so look forward to this cam on my planes.
My pleasure!
Thank you sir!
As always, nice work. Have one on order, you know, to add to the vast collection of other cameras I don't use enough! I really appreciate the thoroughness of your videos. Thank you!
I'm actually impressed by the audio; it distorts and muffles in a good way, lopping off some of the wind noise that's annoying...sounds nice
Excellent review! Short, sharp, objective.
Ha, this is long and waffly for me, thanks Johan
Ha ha Andrew.
You know what i am thinking!
Very good.
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Thanks for the review Andrew. Looks like I might have to upgrade my older Runcam2 for the 4K version. Take care, Nelson
Dang that's nice footage. Thanks for the look see.
Very Nice Review with tons of information. Thank You. Happy Flying my Friend. Cheers
Thank you kindly
Oh boy, we have come a long way from the key chain cameras of 10 years ago. Nice review, have to pick one of these up.
You should!
Looks pretty good, but the saturation appears a little high. Sure would make for some good model in flight video. I can imagine some super strong double sided tape attaching the camera to a money clip for use on a baseball hat. That is assuming I remember to wear some old sunglasses with one lens with a short tube to help me keep my eye on the target with less distraction. Sort of like the idea behind one eye having a special tactical lens for targeting, but on the cheap.
Nice camera for the money.
I just forked out $498aud for the GoPro 8. I wanted that hypersmooth high.
My birthday next month, I think I'm buying a little present for myself. Thanks for the review.
Happy birthday
You have best advice on RC cams, Just ordered one. Still using the FlyerFly 8SE too, great cam.
Happy to help Dave
Andrew, thanks for helping me out with setting up my FPV gear. This camera works fantastic as both FPV and HD camera on my glider. No need for a second FPV camera at this point on any of my gliders or wings.
That's great to hear. I'll do the same on one of my FPV planes.
Looks good andrew. Not a bad price either. If thats going to be your base refernce camera. I am going to get one. Thanks for the tip off.
Hi andrew thanks for a very calm well presented and comprehensive review, really nicely done. Can't wait for mine to arrive, will need to adjust the focus for model railway filming, in 4k this should be fab… !
Glad it was helpful!
Another great video Mr. Newton! I have a black and orange regular version of this Runcam. I will have to purchase this 4K one sometime. Oh and at time stamp 10:48 you took a picture of a flowered bush and I thought that was awesome because here in New Bern, North Carolina, USA we have the same one growing at my parents house next to their front porch and has been there growing for almost 50 years!! My dad has always kept it pruned well over the years but anyways, I just thought that was cool. Keep up the awesome work!!
Good camera with one problem. THE SOUND IS AT A LOW LEVEL. WHY DON'T THEY FIX THIS? IF I WANTED THE SOUND TO BE QUIET, I WOULD TURN IT UP MYSELF.
great video as always! very tempted to buy this cam.
Very thorough, many thx! I was hoping the photo function would operate via receiver.
I was a little bit frustrated with mine at first because the camera always stopped in flight all the time. I later on figured out that its the internal battery that loses connection due to vibration and then turn the camera off. After I started powering the camera straight from my drone battery that that problem disappeared. I like the camera because its light enough to strap it to the belly of my analog Flywoo Explorer and still capture some good video. Some examples shown on my channel.
Good fault finding. SD cards can cause problems too. Need a Samsung EVO U3
I have the RunCam2 and have loved it, - 4K would be great, however the 4K has no stabilization same as the 2, and it shows a lot on smaller wingspan planes.
I tried buying a Hero7Black and it failed out-of -the box, a feature I was taken aback by and so I haven't tried another, but at $500 bucks a shot to try one, I am in two minds whether to even give it another go.
At that point it might just be you flying to unstable ! Maybe try slowing it down and doing some scale slow speed passes and see what the video looks like
Great Video Andrew. Does anyone know what exact sensor they use? They only say SONY 8mp on every spec sheet. Is it the IMX355/415 or something else?
I haven't been able to find out either.
Can you cast it to a phone without it cutting out so you can control it while watching it through the phone?
Only for setup. Wifi range is only a few m
Thank you, Andrew. Excellent review. Could you recommend a video transmitter for FPV? I'll order it at the same time. Again, thank you.
Eachine TS5823S is what I use. Also made by AKK. Cheap and simple.
Sir I am looking to find a helpful video tutorial for fpv to aeroplanes!!! Do you suggest a link?
Nice Video! Have you a Video that show how to mount the Camera on the Plane?
www.youtube.com/@AndrewNewton/search?query=mount
The camera is great but still lacks stabilization!
Oh nice/finally. Audio has always been the 1 area the previous version failed at.
My original Runcam2 had no audio for some reason. The 4K version is better but not up to normal action cam audio levels.
HAHA! Andrew I know were you live now. That pic is a dead give away.
Iconic view
Format the card in exFAT instead of Fat32 so you can get continues filming beyond 4GB files.
The 4GB limit is a filesystem limit of Fat32 that exFAT doesn't have.
How is the battery life?
Sadly that doesn't change the 10min / 4GB recording limit.
Hi mate great review could i pls ask if you think it would be suitable to put on a RC car so i could get the perspective of a race car in the thick of the action ...cheers for any input ...
Yes, perfect for that but there is no image stabilisation
Dam opened the card holder it jumped out ran away it should be back Friday ( pay day ) Cheer's
Down by the sea side park can you take some more video with more people around, better on distance viewing and closer.
Is this compatible with an iPhone, and if so, will the format be similar to what I'm seeing in this video. Also, are there any kind of written instructions on how to understand the different settings instead of just picking around and guessing. Let me know please. THANKS
Download the Runcam app and try it. Can also download the manual
@@AndrewNewton Thanks for the response Buddy. Just got to get one and give it a shot.
New to FVP.
Flying 1270mm Dynam FW-190.
Floaty, yet very stable and will be my FPV plat form.
So if I'm understanding the use of this camera correctly.....
I'm able to see through my goggles with this camera and record on my goggles?
And also be able to get high-quality definition recording with the camera to the HD card inside the camera?
I believe the camera has a card too, correct?
Thanks for your replies in any help.
Being able to fly FPV will definitely enhance my RC flying experience.
Yes it's a decent FPV and 4k recording camera. But you should remove the battery, connect to a VTx using the supplied USB cable, power the camera with 5V and only use the recommended SD card
Regarding the FPV feed - in FW1.1.6 it's always in NTSC mode, despite the setting. There is now FW1.2.0 where you can actually switch to PAL - but then the feed is at such low framerate that it's unusable. That's only a problem for OSD use, I suppose, because you get fewer lines for OSD in NTSC vs PAL. Also when you switch to Picture mode, FPV feed goes down to like 15PFS until you take the first picture, then it goes up a bit but still is less than in video mode. So if you intend to remotely take pictures rather than videos while flying it through TV-Out, this camera might not be the best for that. The old PWM remote control cable for RunCam2 also works with this version. Too bad it's discontinued.
Oh cool, thanks for the pro tips
How war is the distance for a still having a good signal ?
Wifi signal is only for setup. Only good for a few meters. FPV signal with the VTx I used here is good for 1 to 3km depending on RF noise in the area.
I really wish they would come out with a set of ND filters for it. There are one or two filter holders for it on Thingiverse, but its impossible to find the exact model of filter that fits the printed holders.
Yes it needs NDs for slower shutter speed
I've loved my Mobius for years - it has a good weather proof cover. Does the RunCam have a water proof cover for it?
I havent seen one
i didnt see much diff between 4k and Hd 1080 etc neat Unit though always new tech coming out we think we need 🤷♂️ not 4 me
Actually if you compare the same areal of the image both cameras are equal but the RunCam 4K has more distortion.
What do I need to connect crossfire receiver to zohd kopilot fly stabilizer board .I’m ordered the sonic ar wing classic
5 PWM channels or SBUS from the receiver. No idea if crossfire does that.
I thought the fpv feed was okay TBH, I would have it pointed down a little more myself.
What voltage range does it use once you remove the lipo?
5 to 17V
@@AndrewNewton Thanks Andrew, must be pretty light without the Lipo too...The audio was a bit dissapointing though.
Reaching for my scales.....34.5g
I've always used the Mobius but perhaps I need to try one of these? I've changed the battery on the Mobius by the way, they do just plug in.
Yes external battery plug is a great idea
@@AndrewNewton I think he meant the internal battery, which can be easily "plugged in".
I need your help. I received my RunCam 2 4k along with an FPV, RC832 and TS832 and my plan is to use them with my x380 drone . How did you connect your RunCam to the FPV? Do you have a video for that? My package is missing those little plastic connectors. What are they called and where to get them. Any video that might help will be appreciated
OK Buddy. I'm going to order one today. I'm absolutely new to this recording stuff, so what SD Card would you suggest. A good one so I don't have any problems. Let me know please. THANKS.
Hey buddy. Read the description
@@AndrewNewton Didn't find anything on an SD Card. Already ordered one though. I'm hearing a lot of bad reviews on the Run Cam 2 4K. Wish me luck. Been with you for a long time now. Great videos and info.
Right after the word IMPORTANT in my video description, and on the Runcam website. There is only one SD card that works perfectly I have found.
@@AndrewNewton I appreciate your patience. I'm horrible at learning new things with electronics. Like reading Chinese. Been with you for a while now. The more you teach, the more we all learn. Continue on Brother. PEACE.
Is the app compatible with all Android 7.0 cell phones?
Should tell you on the Play Store.
Thanks for the video. How to control two runcam2 at the same time? I want to make 3d photo and videos.
I have not tried this, but might be possible using the white remote control wires from 2 runcams connected to a Betaflight board. Recording can then be controlled with your rc transmitter. Shows how in the manual.
@@AndrewNewton thanks for the information. Is it possible to do it with the phone app? To control two cameras?
How did you get the hud info on the screen. ?? Battery, speed, height etc ???😲😲😲 Is it from the fpv goggles??
OSD comes from an OSD chip on a flight control board
Andrew, how do you get the camera to go into record mode using the FC. If one press of the button turns it on, and a second press of the button puts it in HD recording mode, how do you do that through the Flight Controller? I'm using a Matek F722 Wing FC. Thanks.
The manual shows how with Betaflight, but I have not tried with INAV
@@AndrewNewton Okay. Thank you!
I run a 🏗 am looking to make a hook camera. Would this be a good candidate? Any ideas? ✌️
Would be OK. Do you want a live feed back to the cabin or just recording? External power and a video transmitter would be needed if you want a live feed back to a screen
Is there away I can keep the runcam wifi ON and still view something on the fpv other than black screen with message "wifi ON"
No that's just how it works
How does the photo mode operate?
Change to Photo mode using the Wifi button, and push the shutter button to take photos
Nice review. Do you always tape your Runcam to the plane? Is there a chance that it damages the foam when removed?
I do, and it does leave a mark. Removes any paint as well.
Does this have inbuilt stabilisation?
No stabilisation unfortunately
timelapse feature is included?
No. Hopefully can be added later.
What camera where u wearing on ur head
Info in the description
Thanks for the review. I am planning to buy this camera for Arial videography but also want to utilize it for FPV. So you think it can record to SD while transmitting?
Yes it does
@@AndrewNewton I appreciate your help in recommending a Transmitter, receiver and goggle to work fine with is camera, my Drone is XK DETECT X380
Few questions,
1. Can it do interval taking pictures ?
2. What is the resolution of still pictures ?
3. Do you have any full res still pictures samples ?
No interval photos unfortunately, just count down. Stills are same res as video 4K. I'll share some full res images soon and let you know
Here are a few www.flickr.com/photos/pandasimages/albums/72157715353135463
@@AndrewNewton Many thanks Andrew, maybe an interval timer will come in a future firmware update. The pictures seem pretty good, I guess you could extract say every 30th picture from a 4k video to get one picture a second. I also see some barrel distortion at the edges.
Thanks a lot. I purchased one and videos are very nice. I have the vidéos record cut every 8 mins (eg for 24 min i got 3 files). Anything to do in the setup ?
That's the file size limit (8 min = 4GB) for 4k video and FAT32 formatted SD cards. GoPro does the same.
I'm curious how the Runcam 2 HD and Runcam 2 4K compare when recording strictly in 1080P?
Does it record in 1080i or 1080p. I did not see an option for this .
Hi M. Newton, looking at your video, I was wondering if you can connect the runcam to the osd, thank you and have a nice day.
Connect to OSD? It has "video out" like any other FPV camera
what is the horizontal and vertical FOV?
Look on the Runcam website
@@AndrewNewton there is only the 155 diagonal fov.
Can you start making 4K TH-cam videos? Even if the raw footage is 1080, rendering and uploading 4K helps improve the image.
Hey, revisited your channel yesterday. I really like your content as well. Very curious about your flying location....that abandoned airport? Apologies for thread jacking your comment. lol
@@bravogolf5905 The runway is closed, but they use it occasionally to bring airplanes to the USAF museum. You have to be an AMA member and have base access to apply for membership.
Yes I'm working on that. Need to start editing proxy files and sort out media drives
Thank you for detailed review! I was trying to decide if i should buy RunCam 2 or RunCam 2 4K, was curious if 4K cam have FOV control too, and yes you showed that it have :) but i didn't notice it in options when you were using menu on TV out instead of smartphone. So FOV option is available only in smartphone app or it's still available in TV out menu too?
I assume it's both but I'll have to check.
Yes FOV is selectable using TV Out
@@AndrewNewton Thank you! :)
Andrew, am getting ready to order a hat cam, I’m not looking for FPS. Would that runcam 2 4K be a good hat cam? Thanks for all you do
90º lens is better for a hatcam.
My Runcam 2 4K is flikering in all resulutions. Just in 4K no flikering. Is this normal?
Most likely SD card. I switched to Samsung EVO U3
@@AndrewNewton thank you for answering. You are realy gentle.
It was just the Strange LEDs on the bench. 😅
Can you link the sd card please? I just got the cam
Linked on the Runcam webpage now.
@@AndrewNewton alright, thanks!
Hi Andrew, quick question to you and anyone reading this please, what is the best way to make the prop look better when filming if it is unavoidable to have the prop in view. I have a runcam 2 also a runcam 2 4k. Many thanks
Never thought about it really. Maybe with an ND filter over the lens to force a slower shutter speed.
@@AndrewNewton thanks for the reply. I'll see if I can get one for the runcam. 👍👍
How did you mount the runcam 2 4k to your plane? I just got it and I don’t know a good way to mount it
I usually just tape it on for a quick flight, or use ID card or 3D printed mounts. I have done videos on camera mounts.
@@AndrewNewton thanks! What is better taping or velcro because I don’t have a 3D printer
Velcro can be a bit wobbly, but OK if you add a strap over the top
Does it work in PC webcam mode? If yes, then what is the maximum resolution and fps at highest quality webcam mode (MJPEG? or maybe H265? or.. ?)
No, at least it doesn't work with my Mac
Great review and content in this video. Would there be a way to get realtime FPV stabilized video using this camera (maybe in combination with some other "component".) If not are there any small camera systems like this that do offer real time image stabilization back to the pilot. I have a Parrot Disco and their CHUCK Control unit provided beautiful stabilized images for the FPV and even included the ability to pan the image up and down and side to side without requiring a gimbal or servo of any type. Just wondering if there is another system that exists today that could be used to do something similar from a camera perspective...obviously the camera would need to be combined with a flight controller to get you CHUCK like functionality.
I have made simple roll axis servo gimbals for these cameras, but the RC2 4K doesn't have built in stabilisation. GoPros do a great job by themselves.
@@AndrewNewton Thanks for the reply. I'm looking for something that will provide both a stabilized video feed (FPV) and also act as the recording video. Prefer not to have to use 2 cameras. I'm guessing that there is nothing out there that can do both..ala the Parrot Disco and that is shocking to me X years after the Parrot Disco.
Can I record on that one directly on SD card ?I would like to connect it to one of the channels and turn it on via switch on my tranmitter
Yes SD card, but can't operate via receiver
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How do I get it to record for more than 7 minutes?
File segments limited to about 4GB unfortunately. Same as my GoPro7
Dose it have stabilization?
No, it doesn't.
Hey Andrew great video. Mine arrived from Banggood out of focus for flying. I had to dismantle and twist the lens tube out 1/4 turn to get a sharp image at infinity. Original Runcam 2 had the same issue apparently - Troy's tube had a fix. It is good now I did this but I was not impressed. Just wondered if anyone else had this problem?
That is disappointing quality control from Runcam. I did have that problem with the old RC2 but not with any of my three RC2 4K
I'm too poor :(
Hi Andrew. Enjoyed your video. Have the same issue with this cam as what you've briefly mentioned. It stops recording at about 8 minutes or just under 4gb (whichever comes first). Any idea what might be causing it? Tried different recording options, frame rates, different sd cards, formatting sd cards, updating the firmware, etc - still the same result... Thank you!
No way around it, 4Gb is a fixed limit for Runcam's choice of FAT32 SD card formatting. But it should start a new segment and keep recording.
I think insta360 go is better than this
Holy crap. Its 130bucks in Germany. I am out.
Runcam hd application is discontinued !!! People don't waiste your money on any runcam products, without application your camera will be useless.
Runcam App for all other runcams. Runcam HD is only for the HD
Nice vid! I just got a RUNCAM 2 4K and it came with the lens out of focus for medium to long distances. Very disappointing... here how I fixed it: th-cam.com/video/ZDFFkGV4Q6I/w-d-xo.html (English version)
th-cam.com/video/MWDI9VLcB-U/w-d-xo.html (Spanish version)
Thanks Armando. I have just refocussed the lens of my Vantop Moment 6S for macro focus in the underwater housing.
Runcam 2 are the butt of all jokes. A camera with spare batteries that you can purchase but no dedicated external charger, except in the camera itself. How
dumb can you get.
A charger would be handy, but it's still the best flat cam IMO
Thanks Andrew. Ill probably pick one up when i do my plank maiden.
Speaking of... when is that coming up?
@@WrightBrosRC soon ish?
Thank you fotr the promo code! Can not wait tt try it out as well.
Another excellent review. Thanks!
how long does the battery last while filming?
60 to 90min
Can't you just used the wifi to mirror what the camera See's through the app? Or do you have to still connect the fpv antenna? I'm so confused
Wifi range is only a few meters. So if you want more range then you do need a video transmitter.
@@AndrewNewton It would be nice if you make a video testing the range of the action camera using the wifi vs fpv. The purpose of this is that I would like to mount the camera on a rc 🚙 since you get a very clear view from Wi-Fi
Excelente review, Señor Andrew
Compared to the RUNCAM 2 the RunCam 4K spreads the more pixel only over the wider angel. It is quite useless if you use the camera to follow other planes.
Andrew how did you mount it on the glider? How does it not fall off in the loops and high maneouvers?
Mostly just electrical tape but I have a tail mount th-cam.com/video/1fYSf7vemS4/w-d-xo.html
Andrew, did you ever manage to make this camera record longer files? I am aware Fat32 file structure limitations are about 4GB. But in Exfat there shouldn't be that limitation. Mine will only record 8 to 11 minute clips only, regardless of video format selection. It is interesting that Runcam recommends to format the SD card to Fat32. Any thoughts, findings? Cheers, Stuart.
Still not possible as far as I know
@@AndrewNewton Thank you Andrew for taking the time. I guess I'll stop beating my head against the wall over this. I think as you said it is just an oddity of this device. Cheers from QLD ✌️