Contour+2

229 reviews

Dec, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 229 reviews of Contour+2. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviews about the size and price are on the whole positive. The portability and design also get good reviews. Opinions are divided on the memory, and many are critical about the color.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Contour+2 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Contour+2

alaTest has collected and analyzed 56 user reviews of Contour+2 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the image quality and design. The portability and price also get good feedback, but many are less positive about the memory and reliability.

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86% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Contour+2

alaTest has collected and analyzed 75 user reviews of Contour+2 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Comments about the image quality and battery are generally positive. The design and portability also get good feedback. There are some mixed reviews about the color. There are some critical reviews about the reliability.

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84% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : Tim Stevens (engadget.com)

Contour+2 review: the best consumer helmet camera on the market

More InfoContour+ helmet cam goes official, bringing 1080p video with wider viewing angleContour+ vs. GoPro HD Hero2: through the desert and into

Great, discreet design ; Rotatable lens ; Wireless connectivity ; Quick, accurate GPS

Middling audio quality ; Still pricey

Contour's latest POV camera is the one we'd choose for helmet-required action sports.

Sep, 2012

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Expert review by : Antuan Goodwin (cnet.com)

Contour+2 review

Contour's line-topping Contour+ HD sports camera would have been one of our favorites, but we hesitated to recommend it because Contour's own less-expensive cameras, the ContourGPS and the ContourRoam , were cheaper, more rugged, and easier to use.

The Contour+2 captures crisp, HD video. The new Instant On-Record slider greatly increases simplicity. Bluetooth allows app connectivity, GPS allows location data to be embedded in video, and the waterproof case is now included.

Even with the new lower price, the Contour+2 is more expensive than the GoPro HD Hero2.

The Contour+2 combines the best features of the entire Contour camera line in one simple, powerful flagship model.

Sep, 2012

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Expert review by : Jeremy Stamas (reviewed.com)

Contour Contour+2

This year's flagship Contour+2 is better and cheaper than its predecessor.

Better performance, better value, better everything than the original Contour+

Oct, 2012

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Expert review by : Lexy Savvides (cnet.com.au)

Contour+2

The Contour+2 is ideal for action adventurers who want a helmet camera with a simple recording control. For other applications, the Contour+2 presents a frustrating user experience, which is disappointing, given its premium price.

Simple to start recording and lock into place ; Able to stream over HDMI ; Rotating lens element ; GPS tracking

MicroSD card can come out of place in rough-and-tumble situations ; No screen, so beeps and lights are difficult to interpret ; Australian RRP is very expensive

At AU$549, it is hard to justify the cost of the Contour+2 over its nearest competitors, the GoPro and the Sony.

Oct, 2012

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Contour+2

The Contour+2 may not snag full HD video that's quite as crisp as the GoPro Hero 3, as you'll see in our group test above, it does have one major advantage: a waterproof case as standard, which might just make this the action camera of choice for...

Jun, 2013

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

"Simply the best helmet camera available."

After owning and testing several different helmet cameras (Contour, GoPro, Drift) this one will definitely be my bread-and-butter. The 1080 and 720 image is incredibly clear and sharp even at 60FPS, sound is much improved with less wind-noise (there...

1) Design design design: Record switch, rotating lens, laser alignment, and sleek metal body, all feel super intuitive and well thought out.

No 120FPS at 720p or 60FPS at 1080

Sep, 2012

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

Simply the best helmet camera available.

1) Design design design: Record switch, rotating lens, laser alignment, and sleek metal body, all feel super intuitive and well thought out. 2) iPhone viewfinder/remote control app: Works flawlessly and instantly. 3) Picture: Sharpest image ever

No 120FPS at 720p or 60FPS at 1080

Sep, 2012

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Consumer review (bhphotovideo.com)

Great Service

Ordering was simple, hassle free. Product arrived on time. Product was new in a sealed box. LOVE IT!!!

Feb, 2016

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Consumer review (bhphotovideo.com)

Great Camera!

I have owned a Contour 1080P for ten years. It has been flawless. I added the Contour +2 for more options. The only down side is wind noise. An external mic is a must if you operate in windy conditions. The wi-fi and gps work very well but will shorten...

Jan, 2016

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Consumer review (bhphotovideo.com)

Love it!

This is my second contour camera purchase. I do prefer this model over the roam 3 because of the removable battery which allows the user to swap it out and continue recording. Regardless of the model, they offer superior low profile mounting.

Jan, 2016

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