SJ4000 1080p Waterproof Action Cam (GoPro Alt) - €58.94 Delivered [Aliexpress.com]

pedatron

Scrappy600 wrote: »

Great quality, well on par with my old go pro 960 that i sold. considering picking up one of these, did you buy from ali express? have you a link to the seller please?

Apologies scrappy I've been away from the forum for a while. Here's the link from where I bought. Had issues with ali express but got a full refund.

Price appears to vary. Think I paid about €70 delivered. Still well worth it I think.

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/291156656939?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

Ron DMC

Non wifi version reduced on tmart at the moment.

http://www.tmart.com/SJ4000-1.5-LCD-12.0MP-CMOS-4X-Digital-Zoom-FHD-1080P-Sport-Camcorder-Silver_p245155.html

BA offers from tmart usually seem fairly reliable so I'm tempted to pull the trigger.

Anyone get theirs from tmart or are you all using aliexpress/ebay?

Furzy

Ron DMC wrote: »

Non wifi version reduced on tmart

BA offers from tmart usually seem fairly reliable so I'm tempted to pull the trigger.

Anyone get theirs from tmart or are you all using aliexpress/ebay?

Foxpro have an offer on eBay with free spare battery for about same price (ebay dot com/itm/121398981946) -can't post link. You may be better go with them as they make a big deal about fake copies so you're prob more likely to get original from them.

mrcheez

Furzy wrote: »

Foxpro have an offer on eBay with free spare battery for about same price (ebay dot com/itm/121398981946) -can't post link. You may be better go with them as they make a big deal about fake copies so you're prob more likely to get original from them.

Cheers for that, it's actually cheaper at €67.75 on Paypal

I assume this comes with all the bike mounts?

Ron DMC

Furzy wrote: »

Foxpro have an offer on eBay with free spare battery for about same price (ebay dot com/itm/121398981946) -can't post link. You may be better go with them as they make a big deal about fake copies so you're prob more likely to get original from them.

That's a better deal yeah, and certainly looks legit.

Bullet bitten.

EDIT: Strangely enough came through as €71.75 on paypal for me. Sure what's an extra quid or two when you get an AV cable and a spare battery thrown in?

mrcheez

hmm not sure a spare battery is included, I think it's just the one battery which they call "extra battery" as there aren't any other batteries listed in the box

"get free 1 pc extra battery and 1 pc AV out Cable"

The one going for $95 seems to have 2 batteries and a charger:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-HD-1080P-SJ4000-Waterproof-Action-Camera-Extra-battery-and-Charger-/121391510004?pt=Camcorders_Professional_Video_Cameras&hash=item1c437f71f4

"get 2 pcs extra battery, 1 pcs battery charger and 1 pcs AV out cable for FPV"

Probably gonna go for that

Ron DMC

mrcheez wrote: »

hmm not sure a spare battery is included, I think it's just the one battery which they call "extra battery" as there aren't any other batteries listed in the box

"get free 1 pc extra battery and 1 pc AV out Cable"

The one going for $95 seems to have 2 batteries and a charger:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-HD-1080P-SJ4000-Waterproof-Action-Camera-Extra-battery-and-Charger-/121391510004?pt=Camcorders_Professional_Video_Cameras&hash=item1c437f71f4

"get 2 pcs extra battery, 1 pcs battery charger and 1 pcs AV out cable for FPV"

Probably gonna go for that

Ah balls, you win some you lose some.

Sure we'll see what arrives...

mrcheez

Ron DMC wrote: »

Ah balls, you win some you lose some.

Sure we'll see what arrives...

Contact them and they might upgrade it (if you pay the difference)

Ron DMC

mrcheez wrote: »

Contact them and they might upgrade it (if you pay the difference)

Effort of that...

mrcheez

Ron DMC wrote: »

Strangely enough came through as €71.75 on paypal for me.

Weird, the $95.99 came out as 72.27. Paypal have some f0xed up conversion rate issues.

blade1

What about this one?
A fake perhaps?????
http://http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=151401549506

Ron DMC

mrcheez wrote: »

Contact them and they might upgrade it (if you pay the difference)

Actually ended up doing that last night and they just got me to pay difference, cheers for the suggestion.

davycc

http://www.adverts.ie/airsoft-accessories/new-12mp-full-hd-1080p-bicycle-helmet-pro-sports-dv-action-waterproof-car-camera-sj4000/5863066

a shop on adverts has some sj4000 for 99e is do they look like the fakes of the fakes?

the same dublin based seller has an ad on donedeal for more and 2 different priced sj4000s but i cant see any difference on spec?
http://www.donedeal.ie/bicycles-for-sale/1080p-pro-full-hd-helmet-sport-action-go/7105220
99euro and then 150e for this "streamworld" version..

http://www.donedeal.ie/cameras-for-sale/streamworld-action-hd-camera-sj4000/7270787

im new to all these and a bit of a techophobe:eek: the last videocamera i had took tapes:D


im looking for this to use as a dashcam mainly

Alanstrainor

Imo this is not the right device for a dashcam. Get a dedicated dashcam for that, of which there are plenty of better (and cheaper) options. This looks too much like a GoPro, and would attract the wrong attention when parked imo. And doesn't have all the functions that the dedicated cams will have. (Record on power on, gps, shock detection etc etc.)

Also, only way to know is to ask what firmware the device is running, this will tell you whether it's a real SJ4000 or a fake one, and it's something you'd have to check yourself when you buy.

My fake SJ4000 still works, and the video quality is still good, however the battery life has taken a plummet. It used to record 1 hour of 1080p, but now it's lucky to make it 40 minutes. And I have two batteries to test this on, both of which are the same. I use this on my bike, so 720p is acceptable, but it's not ideal.

davycc

thanks alan its not really what im after so. i might just keep an eye on the dash-cam thread on the motors forum;)

tritium

Had ordered one of these of an Amazon seller before I read this thread about fakes. Glad I did read it now, had to cancel and order from a more legit sounding seller- not really worth taking a chance for the sake of £10. Thanks folks!

ptyloch

Go to this website:

metropolitanmonkey.com/sj4000/kaufen/ - google search this

Click 'Zur SJ4000 auf banggood.com'

Enter code BGDEAL for €7.94 discount, SJ4000 delivered from Netherlands for €3.05, no customs, total to pay: €68.91.

mrcheez

Are banggood the authentic or fake ones?

Etnies

Did I not read that someone got a fake one comin from NL already?

ptyloch

Seem authentic, seller has sold 6697, has a 5 star rating of the camera based on 104 reviews, looks genuine to me.

Ibetit

I was informed they got a updated SJ4000 now

Gran Hermano

ptyloch wrote: »

Go to this website:

metropolitanmonkey.com/sj4000/kaufen/ - google search this

Click 'Zur SJ4000 auf banggood.com'

Enter code BGDEAL for €7.94 discount, SJ4000 delivered from Netherlands for €3.05, no customs, total to pay: €68.91.

Looks like is just someone drop shipping from banggood.
(Even using same discount code).
You can buy direct and also use the same Dutch post model.
I believe they sell the real and the fake model but both are clearly labeled in the description.
The fake is slightly cheaper. I paid around EUR65 inc postage for the real one. Delivery 10 days.

wolfyboy555

Ordered this on August 30 and got delivered yesterday. Came via Netherlands.

http://www.banggood.com/SJ4000-Waterproof-HD-1_5-Inch-Car-DVR-Camera-Sport-DV-Novatek-1080P-p-917037.html

Total cost was 67e including the extra few euro for the Netherlands post.


It's also the 'real' version. I have the fake one as well and this seems way better made. Still have to test the video quality and battery life though. I accidentally ordered it in pink as well.:eek:

Allyall

^^

Same Link as Above - http://www.banggood.com/SJ4000-Waterproof-HD-1_5-Inch-Car-DVR-Camera-Sport-DV-Novatek-1080P-p-917037.html

The "Real" version from €62.51 Delivered using 5% Off code - aba54f

And for the Wi-Fi Version - http://www.banggood.com/SJcam-SJ4000-WiFi-Car-DVR-Camera-Sport-DV-Novatek-Waterproof-p-939976.html

Use Code MONKEY for the best Price.

kingstevii

Best yet!!

Ibetit

Any one got problem with Code MONKEY? seems it doesn't work here:(

connundrum

Anyone know where I can get accessories incl. the telescopic pole and chest strap thingy?

Heading to Rio Vegas and Mexico in next few months and am going to take the plunge on this one http://www.banggood.com/SJ4000-Water...-p-917037.html

The "Real" version from €62.51 Delivered using 5% Off code - aba54f

sheesh

bought this camera on ebay recently and there were chestmounts
http://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/super_cheap_city this is the shop

Haven't received anything from them yet (its due tomorrow) so I'll let you know

as for a pole I was going to use a hiking pole and the handlebar attachment

mrcheez

kingstevii wrote: »

Best yet!!

hmm "best yet" is the one for €72 with 2 batteries and separate charger ... assuming no duty will have to be paid

MikeOis

wolfyboy555 wrote: »

Ordered this on August 30 and got delivered yesterday. Came via Netherlands.

http://www.banggood.com/SJ4000-Waterproof-HD-1_5-Inch-Car-DVR-Camera-Sport-DV-Novatek-1080P-p-917037.html

Total cost was 67e including the extra few euro for the Netherlands post.


It's also the 'real' version. I have the fake one as well and this seems way better made. Still have to test the video quality and battery life though. I accidentally ordered it in pink as well.:eek:

Does it come with a battery? Is it advisable to order spare batteries?

Allyall

Ibetit wrote: »

Any one got problem with Code MONKEY? seems it doesn't work here:(

It's still working for me. It's from MetropolitanMonkey (Translate button on bottom right of site). It only knocks off €1.98 at the moment though, bringing the Grand Total to €79.29.
If somewhere else reduces their price, that should drop lower.

sheesh

MikeOis wrote: »

Does it come with a battery? Is it advisable to order spare batteries?

I saw the review of this on techmoan and he said it lasted over 2 hrs I bought 2 spares as what I am trying to shoot will take about 6hrs hope fully this in enough.

Gran Hermano

I noticed on the review on techmoan he mentioned you need to update the time/date esch time if you swap out the battery.

connundrum

Right, just bought the following on banggood with 5% discount:

1 x SJ4000 Waterproof HD 1.5 Inch Car DVR Camera Sport DV Novatek 1080P (SKU120425) €66.01 Color Silver
1 x 95Cm Extendable Handheld Monopod Pole For Gopro Hero 3/2/1 (SKU126469) €9.36 Color Black
1 x 3.7V 900mAh Li-ion Battery for Car Sports Camera DVR DV SJ4000 (SKU123355) €4.76

I'll be in Brazil, Mexico and Vegas in the next few months so I can't think of better locations to test it out!

Cheers to all for suggestions/advice. I'll post with review and video where possible.

mrcheez

My order from Foxoffer (via ebay) arrived from Singapore after 7 days (at least it says "Arrived at overseas") ... damn that was fast, they estimated delivery to be 3-4 weeks.

connundrum

mrcheez wrote: »

My order from Foxoffer (via ebay) arrived from Singapore after 7 days (at least it says "Arrived at overseas") ... damn that was fast, they estimated delivery to be 3-4 weeks.

Damnit. I just cancelled my original order with them due to fears over delivery time. They were awful nice about cancelling, but couldn't guarantee delivery before 10th Oct.

Ah well

mrcheez

connundrum wrote: »

Damnit. I just cancelled my original order with them due to fears over delivery time. They were awful nice about cancelling, but couldn't guarantee delivery before 10th Oct.

Ah well

Ah I wouldn't worry, I think your approach might avoid customs, whereas I'm still waiting to find out

sheesh

Gran Hermano wrote: »

I noticed on the review on techmoan he mentioned you need to update the time/date esch time if you swap out the battery.

yerra I'll get over that not looking to do any time on screen any way or if I am I think it seems to be easy enough. I am hoping to do a time delay of a walking trail

Timmaay

Allyall wrote: »

^^

Same Link as Above - http://www.banggood.com/SJ4000-Waterproof-HD-1_5-Inch-Car-DVR-Camera-Sport-DV-Novatek-1080P-p-917037.html

The "Real" version from €62.51 Delivered using 5% Off code - aba54f

And for the Wi-Fi Version - http://www.banggood.com/SJcam-SJ4000-WiFi-Car-DVR-Camera-Sport-DV-Novatek-Waterproof-p-939976.html

Use Code MONKEY for the best Price.

The aba54f code seems to work for the WIFI version for me!

Off topic here, but I'm close on ordering this also, however it seems to be a minefield as to if its a fake or real one. 40 reviews and all 5stars, I wouldn't believe that, however I gather banggood are quite decent at refunds for fakes. Should I just fire ahead and order it now?

mrcheez

I'd be worried the Wifi one would drain the battery faster. What do you need the wifi for?

sheesh

mrcheez wrote: »

I'd be worried the Wifi one would drain the battery faster. What do you need the wifi for?

I think you get a bracelet like a watch to start and stop the camera you can also do it through an app I think

Gran Hermano

Timmaay wrote: »

The aba54f code seems to work for the WIFI version for me!

Off topic here, but I'm close on ordering this also, however it seems to be a minefield as to if its a fake or real one. 40 reviews and all 5stars, I wouldn't believe that, however I gather banggood are quite decent at refunds for fakes. Should I just fire ahead and order it now?

I ordered that Xiaomi power bank when it launched and the one I received is legit.
Banggood tend to use original in description properly.

blade1

mrcheez wrote: »

I'd be worried the Wifi one would drain the battery faster. What do you need the wifi for?

Yeah, I'd say too much of a drain for my liking.
Recording in HD, I'd want as much juice as possible.

mrcheez

sheesh wrote: »

I think you get a bracelet like a watch to start and stop the camera you can also do it through an app I think

Yep seems to have an app alright according to Foxoffer's ebay entry:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SJCAM-SJ4000-WiFi-1080P-Action-Camera-Sport-DVR-Three-Extra-Gifts-/111467485630?pt=Camcorders_Professional_Video_Cameras&hash=item19f3fad9be

No mention of a bracelet though.

I'd be curious if the Wifi can work without a router. i.e. just control the camera from your phone as you would with Bluetooth. I think it needs an ad hoc network which may/may not be supported, so you might be grounded to using the wifi only in places with a wifi signal.

I could be wrong though.

Gran Hermano

mrcheez wrote: »

Yep seems to have an app alright according to Foxoffer's ebay entry:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SJCAM-SJ4000-WiFi-1080P-Action-Camera-Sport-DVR-Three-Extra-Gifts-/111467485630?pt=Camcorders_Professional_Video_Cameras&hash=item19f3fad9be

No mention of a bracelet though.

I'd be curious if the Wifi can work without a router. i.e. just control the camera from your phone as you would with Bluetooth. I think it needs an ad hoc network which may/may not be supported, so you might be grounded to using the wifi only in places with a wifi signal.

I could be wrong though.

If you check the threads on rcgroups.com (linked earlier here) I'd be surprised if there wasn't tonnes of info to wade through on how the WiFi works. My understanding was that all you need is the WiFi cam and WiFi phone (no router).

mrcheez

I guess we'll only know once someone here gets theirs. Perhaps they need a mifi box to create the network and assign IP addresses to both devices in order that they can communicate while out on the bike.

On a somewhat related note, anyone recommend the cheapest place to get a class 10 32GB microsd card?

Timmaay

My understanding with the wifi is I can basically stream the video over a router also?? I have a specific application for this where I want to be able to record something for an hour or so, but outdoors so I need it to be waterproof. I then want to be able to periodically check the stream from my laptop. If I'm way off the mark with this wifi camera let me know please!

mrcheez

Timmaay wrote: »

My understanding with the wifi is I can basically stream the video over a router also?? I have a specific application for this where I want to be able to record something for an hour or so, but outdoors so I need it to be waterproof. I then want to be able to periodically check the stream from my laptop. If I'm way off the mark with this wifi camera let me know please!

I'd say that's probably what the wifi is primarily for: streaming recorded video, or transferring the files to a device that will play them, basically saving you having to open the case and take out the microSD.

I don't think the wifi is so that you can control the camera from your phone when you are away from a network as that's not how Wifi works. Controlling the camera from a phone would likely be restricted to when both are connected to a network, so you're not going to be activating your camera from your phone while out on the bike, for instance (unless you had a mifi setup).

If the camera had Bluetooth, then this would be possible.

ptyloch

Ordered off banggood.com on the 13th of September with Netherland postage. Got a tracking number but the tracking info is the same since the 16th when the parcel left the Flyt sorting center. No more updates since then.... Should I be getting worried? Was an ye able to track your parcels? An post is not recognizing the tracking number either which to me seems like it's not even in Ireland yet. :-(

mrcheez

Got the camera today from Foxoffer. It's one of the SJCAM models with the latest OS even though I'd opted for one of the earlier (cheaper) SJ4000s. So I'm assuming it's the genuine article.