HD170 Stealth Camera

The Drift HD170 is the worlds first sports action camera which films in full 1080p HD and has a playback screen and remote control. This rugged water resistant camera is the first camera that gives people what they want from an Action Camera: 

  • Full HD for creating crystal clear footage
  • A playback screen for lining up shots, configuration, and immediate playback
  • A remote control to enable you to film what you want to record, not the boring stuff in between
  • Easy to use mounts so you can use it whenever you want and mount it anywhere your imagination allows you. The shape of the camera and the mounts it comes with make it the easiest camera out there to use

If that isn′t enough the camera also has the following :

  • A rotating lens so you can mount the camera at any angle and any position to get that shot you are looking for
  • Photo mode. Put it in the Photo Burst mode and you can take pictures every few seconds for as long as your memory card lasts.
  • You can pair the remote control to your camera. If you're out with mates who are also running a Stealth, no need to worry about turning off their camera just before they hit the tree
  • A zoom function so you can get even closer to the action or your friend in front
  • An optional external microphone (sold as an accessory), so no more listening to wind noise. Great for in-car filming
  • Night mode so you can record in darker and duskier conditions 
  • Maximum Video Resolution: 1080p High Definition
  • SD Memory Capacity: up to 32GB
  • 25 / 30 / 50 / 60fps in 720p or 25 / 30fps in 1080p
  • Still Photo: 5 megapixel with Photoburst Mode
  • Digital Zoom: Digital x4 (in 720p/30/60fps & WVGA mode)
  • Lens Angle: 170° Fully Rotatable Wide Angle Lens
  • LCD Screen: 1.5″ Colour TFT
  • Water Resistant
  • Remote Control: Wireless RF (5m range) Hands Free Video and Photo
  • Mounts: Multiple Mounting Design
  • Audio: Built-in Microphone & Speaker
  • Menus: User Friendly Control Panel in 15 Languages
  • HD170 Action Camera
  • Remote Control
  • Handlebar Grip
  • Goggle Mount
  • Head Strap
  • Helmet Grip
  • Universal Clip
  • Velcro Strap
  • Velcro adhesive pad
  • Component Cable for HD playback on TV
  • USB Cable for downloading to a computer
  • Lithium Battery
  • Quick Guide to get started
  • Sensor type: CMOS
  • Water Resistant
  • Video resolution: 1080p, 720p & WVGA
  • Video format: H.264
  • File format: .MOV
  • 25 / 30 / 50 / 60fps in 720p or 25 / 30fps in 1080p
  • Video format: 16:9
  • Lens Rotation: 300°
  • Recording Angles: 127° in 1080p, 170° in 720p & WVGA
  • White balance: Auto
  • Exposure: Auto / Manual (advanced users)
  • Zoom: Digital x4 (in 720p/30/60fps & WVGA mode)
  • Remote range: 10 ft. range
  • Built-in Microphone
  • Inputs: Optional External Microphone
  • AV Output: Component out (cable included)
  • Battery: 1110mAh rechargeable lithium-ion/ Optional 1700 mAh Li-ion rechargeable.
  • Power-Save option saves batteries by powering down the screen
  • Built-in memory: 32 MB
  • SD memory capacity: Supports memory cards up to 32 GB
  • Photo resolution: 5 Megapixel
  • LCD screen: 1.5″ colour TFT
  • Lens focal range: 0.5m to infinity
  • Dimensions: Camera – 133 (L) x 50 (D) x 33 (W) mm / Remote Control 52 (L) x 40 (W) x 13 (D) mm
  • Power: Camera – DC 3.7V / Remote control: DC 3C, 1x CR2032 battery (included)
  • RF: Receiver (Camera): 433.92MHz ISM band / Transmitter (Remote): 433.92MHz ISM band
  • Weight: Camera (with battery) – 158g / Remote control – 19g
  • Operating Systems: Compatible with Windows 7, XP & Vista; Mac OS 10.2 and above
  • What type of SD Card does the camera support?
    The Drift HD170 supports SD / SDHC cards from all leading brands. We recommend at least class 4 cards for video.
  • What is the biggest SD Card I can use?
    The Drift HD170 supports SD cards with a capacity of up to 32GB.
  • How does the remote control work?
    The remote control uses radio frequency (RF) to communicate directly with the camera unit.The remote is RF based, rather than infrared (IR), as used in other helmet cameras. As a result, you do not need to point the remote at the camera. As long as the remote is in range of the camera, it will pick up the remote control signal.
  • How do I charge my HD170 Lithium Battery?
    The HD170 lithium battery is designed to be charged inside the camera. When a power source (wall plug (not supplied) or usb cable) are connected to the back of the camera, the camera will immediately power up. While the camera is powered up the battery is not charging. Please power down the unit by holding the select (on/off) button. The screen will power down, and then LED will turn blue. The camera is now charging.
  • How far will the remote control work?
    The wireless remote control has a range of 5m.
  • What are the dimensions of the video camera?
    The dimensions of the camera are 133 (L) x 50 (D) x 33 (W) mm and those of the remote control are 52 (L) x 40 (W) x 13 (D) mm.
  • The videos and photos give me a slight fisheye effect. Is this right?
    Yes it is. We specifically selected a 170° lens to provide users with the really quirky wide angle that was prominent in the early days of helmet cameras, particularly in skateboarding. The effect is less pronounced on objects in the distance and more pronounced on objects close to the camera lens. If you prefer a tighter angle, you can use the camera’s zoom function, or shoot in 1080p. But we think you’ll grow to love this classic hallmark of action sports video.
  • How waterproof is the camera?
    Both the Drift X170 and HD170 are designed to be splash-proof, dust-proof, weatherproof, and dunk-proof but not designed to be underwater for sustained periods of time. For most users this level of waterproof-ness is more than adequate. For those users who would like to use the camera in water sports or for scuba/snorkeling an aftermarket waterproof pouch available that may be suitable for the Drift range.
  • Why is my 1080p footage jerky when I play it back on my computer?
    HD footage requires a powerful computer with a good graphics card to playback smoothly. If you are experiencing jerky playback, we would advise testing the footage on a HD TV via the component cable. If the footage is smooth on the HDTV, it is likely your computer does not have the required graphics ram. If smooth playback is essential in this situation, please try recording in 720p. The minimum amount of dedicated graphics ram for 1080p playback is 256MB, however 512MB is preferred.