Having the sd card hidden by the mount is a good thing, i think. So in crashes etc, the card wont get lost. If i'm doing a big file transfer then it's not a biggie to remove the camera to extract the card. Also, great to see you again Bruce!
I have mine on order for the first shipment, I thought it was worth a punt as the Thumb Pro is okayish (Gyroflow stabilisation excepted). The Runcam app on my phone has already updated and I'm glad that the ISO and Shutter controls are now available there. Just need the camera now :).
Hi Bruce, Great video and review of the RunCam Thumb 2, I purchased two cameras last year. They were the Thumb v1 and Orange 5, I wish I purchased the Thumb 2, because I really like the v1 Thanks again
I wish RunCam can also release a version with built-in battery so we could also use it on high speed Rc, bicycle ride, and other video recording scenarios of everyday life.. 😊.
Glad you bothered to review the thumb 2. I'm going to try one of these. I hate how my Caddx Peanut requires an app to offload video. It takes nice video and the app is fine but I cannot get USB transfer to work.
Thanks for the review! I have a RC Thumb Pro-w. I've been trying to pick new 4k camera. Watching so many videos my eyes are dry. I came across the some RC Hybrid 2. Is it me, is the quality far clearer on the RC Hybrid than the RC Pro-w and the thumb 2? They both look muddy to me.
Just to let you know if you go on the app you can set the shutter and ISO but you have to go to the general tab, very confusing because the other cameras have those settings in the video tab. Hopefully that helps you or maybe it was an update since this video was posted.
great review, thanks Bruce! Can you tell what FOV the camera has? The previous Pro v2 extended the fov to 155°, i hope this is what this one has as well.
RunCam Thumb 2 Firmware V1.1.0: 1. New Settings: ISO and shutter 2. IQ update 3. Other bugs What's the Thumb 2's FOV? Can't find any info. EDIT: Asked RunCam... 152° FOV
What about video out via usb c and connect it to fc or vtx? It's possible to fly on this like digital video systems? What about delay? I like your footages, can you send raw of them? Maybe google drive etc...
I bought the Thumb Pro W 4k months and months ago, but still haven't really used it beyond general testing of settings to try and find what works best for me. (intention is/was to use it as helmet cam during airsoft games) How are you finding the new model versus the one I have? Is there less to do in Gyroflow in order to get reasonable stable results?
The GoPro Hero only does 30FPS at 4K... WTF GoPro? The Thumb is half the price for twice the frame rate (if frame rate is important to you)
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Still looks like the same problems as the older thumb's with low dynamic range and a lot of jitter but the biggest issue was how bad the gyro was making it hard to use with gyroflow. Have you tried stabilizing this footage?
Yes, it has webcam ability (although I didn't test it) -- which is why I suggested that they should build a live-view capability into the Runcam App to help with choosing ND filters and adjusting the EV/contrast etc.
Given the price difference I would, unless you want absolute best "cinematic" footage. For your average quad where you just want some good crisp 4K footage of your flying at 60FPS it's a pretty good value equation but if you want absolute best quality you'll have to pay several times more for a GoPro or Insta.
I bought one. I made some tests. And I must say that I am very disappointed. The whites are systematically crushed when the blacks are not. It is almost impossible to have a good picture without sacrificing details in the shadows using a strong ND filter and set fixed ISO.
just ordered the cam and wanted to klick to your affiliate link and then the notification (no affiliate). Maybe you should add a by me a coffee button below the no affiliate link.
well i jumped into v1 , wouldn't record etc got replacement and same thing but my fault for buying preorder . rule don't buy let everyone else get it working. may try again being all i own is runcam. they tried to blame sd card so i mailed them to them , saying i don't understand but program drones etc and not one problem with all my other runcam products . so they get the cards 50 bucks and no reply no sd returned month later a refund for thumb no sd cards. so no buying from that so called runcam dealer. got screwed . don't buy from hobby shop buy from runcam on amazon. sorry hobby shops , times are tough but to scam a customer they won't be back. support your local scammer isn't on my list. then wonder why no one shops there. so maybe it will work this time. still using old bulky rc
🥰Thanks a lot for your video and comments! We released both a new firmware and new version of App to support ISO and shutter speed
Excellent customer service Runcam!
Wow, this is what one should expect, @RunCam I will pick you for my next action camera!!
Anything else the firmware improves? Is colour profile on the backlog for future releases?
I hope you can also release a version with built-in battery so we could also use it on non fpv video coverage.. 😊
is there any chance you can tell us what fov the thumb 2 has?
I'm glad to see you're still kicking flying and making great videos😊
You have so many amazing fields to fly in. A park flyers dream
Having the sd card hidden by the mount is a good thing, i think. So in crashes etc, the card wont get lost. If i'm doing a big file transfer then it's not a biggie to remove the camera to extract the card.
Also, great to see you again Bruce!
This is by far the most in depth review of the Thumb 2. Thanks for the clips with the ND Filters on.
I have mine on order for the first shipment, I thought it was worth a punt as the Thumb Pro is okayish (Gyroflow stabilisation excepted). The Runcam app on my phone has already updated and I'm glad that the ISO and Shutter controls are now available there. Just need the camera now :).
Hi Bruce, Great video and review of the RunCam Thumb 2, I purchased two cameras last year. They were the Thumb v1 and Orange 5, I wish I purchased the Thumb 2, because I really like the v1 Thanks again
Good to see you flying again!
Thanks for the review - was just looking at this and wondering if I should purchase it or not.
Fantastic flying and review, Bruce! 😃
Really interesting little camera indeed!
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
looks awesome the footage slowed down over the flowers. great flying
That was a magnificent magnolia tree, the blooms were sensational
Good Review.
Great Background Music Bruce.... I keep weaving my head trying not to get hit in the head by those Trees and branches...
Great to see you
Thanks Bruce! I just ordered one!! ☝️
Welcome back Bruce :)
Haha! Nailed that landing, Bruce! 😁
Thanks for the review.
Appreciate that.... Great review
I wish RunCam can also release a version with built-in battery so we could also use it on high speed Rc, bicycle ride, and other video recording scenarios of everyday life.. 😊.
Glad you bothered to review the thumb 2. I'm going to try one of these. I hate how my Caddx Peanut requires an app to offload video. It takes nice video and the app is fine but I cannot get USB transfer to work.
Bruce, you've endangered an innocent Tractor.....Great review though M8.....😀😀😏🇬🇧
Yes, I'm told it needed an oil-change after that encounter :-)
great review, seems good as
Thanks for the review! I have a RC Thumb Pro-w. I've been trying to pick new 4k camera. Watching so many videos my eyes are dry. I came across the some RC Hybrid 2. Is it me, is the quality far clearer on the RC Hybrid than the RC Pro-w and the thumb 2? They both look muddy to me.
Just to let you know if you go on the app you can set the shutter and ISO but you have to go to the general tab, very confusing because the other cameras have those settings in the video tab. Hopefully that helps you or maybe it was an update since this video was posted.
Is there a way to be used as standalone camera (like a gopro) without a RC? Even for setup...
Oh my.. i want to know if Gyroflow works well?
great review, thanks Bruce! Can you tell what FOV the camera has? The previous Pro v2 extended the fov to 155°, i hope this is what this one has as well.
Dang that's a beefy little camera, I wasn't expecting it to be so much larger than the Thumb Pro!
RunCam Thumb 2 Firmware V1.1.0:
1. New Settings: ISO and shutter
2. IQ update
3. Other bugs
What's the Thumb 2's FOV? Can't find any info.
EDIT: Asked RunCam... 152° FOV
Good news, shutter speed option appeared in the last runcam app version!
What about video out via usb c and connect it to fc or vtx? It's possible to fly on this like digital video systems? What about delay? I like your footages, can you send raw of them? Maybe google drive etc...
I have a question. Is it okay to pair this camera with a 1S battery for a small FPV drone?
Acabo de comprar una y estoy esperando a que llegue
Sabe que tiempo tiene de grabación máxima
Order placed..2 to 4 weeks👍
I bought the Thumb Pro W 4k months and months ago, but still haven't really used it beyond general testing of settings to try and find what works best for me. (intention is/was to use it as helmet cam during airsoft games)
How are you finding the new model versus the one I have?
Is there less to do in Gyroflow in order to get reasonable stable results?
Gyroflow seems to work pretty well with the Thumb2 and the 60FPS is definitely better than 30FPS for fast-moving action.
I saw Arnold hiding behind under to pine tree.
Oh no... that means I'll have to pay his appearance fee. There goes the $2.35 I was going to make through the ads on this video :-)
What about the new gopro hero ? It costs 200 usd and is finally lighter with 86g.
The GoPro Hero only does 30FPS at 4K... WTF GoPro? The Thumb is half the price for twice the frame rate (if frame rate is important to you)
Still looks like the same problems as the older thumb's with low dynamic range and a lot of jitter but the biggest issue was how bad the gyro was making it hard to use with gyroflow. Have you tried stabilizing this footage?
Yes, you can see that I've labeled the stabilized footage in this video.
You can't use the camera as webcam thru USB? That worked with Thumb Pro. That would definitely be a thing they need to enable.
Yes, it has webcam ability (although I didn't test it) -- which is why I suggested that they should build a live-view capability into the Runcam App to help with choosing ND filters and adjusting the EV/contrast etc.
@@RCModelReviews ah yes, in the app. I missed that part. Would make sense yes. Wouldn't mind if you could also change settings directly then as well.
Thumbs up Bruce
now that i bought one lets watch some reviews lol
anyone found out what fov it has is it bigger than from the thumb pro?
Interesting. Thank you.
Had 2 RunCam Thumb Pro's and both broke within a wekk. Get what you pay for, their customer service blamed my flying. STAY WELL CLEAR OF THEM!!!
Why do you never do fixed wing content anymore?
Lack of an area suitable for fixed-wing flying :-(
So would you choose this over a naked go pro hero8?
Given the price difference I would, unless you want absolute best "cinematic" footage. For your average quad where you just want some good crisp 4K footage of your flying at 60FPS it's a pretty good value equation but if you want absolute best quality you'll have to pay several times more for a GoPro or Insta.
@@RCModelReviews I mean with a firmware update that would add colour profile, locked ISO and shutter speed we might have a contender
I bought one. I made some tests. And I must say that I am very disappointed. The whites are systematically crushed when the blacks are not. It is almost impossible to have a good picture without sacrificing details in the shadows using a strong ND filter and set fixed ISO.
just ordered the cam and wanted to klick to your affiliate link and then the notification (no affiliate). Maybe you should add a by me a coffee button below the no affiliate link.
Sharp yet smeary. Cannot describe it, lacks a sharpness to it. otherwise lovely.
By saying you'd spend $100 on this, I assume you're speaking for the US audience. $165AUD with the ND kit here in Australia so $178NZD for you.
Yeah, given that the vast majority of YT consumers are US-based i use US dollars as the "international currency" of purchase.
respekt
well i jumped into v1 , wouldn't record etc got replacement and same thing but my fault for buying preorder . rule don't buy let everyone else get it working. may try again being all i own is runcam. they tried to blame sd card so i mailed them to them , saying i don't understand but program drones etc and not one problem with all my other runcam products . so they get the cards 50 bucks and no reply no sd returned month later a refund for thumb no sd cards. so no buying from that so called runcam dealer. got screwed . don't buy from hobby shop buy from runcam on amazon. sorry hobby shops , times are tough but to scam a customer they won't be back. support your local scammer isn't on my list. then wonder why no one shops there. so maybe it will work this time. still using old bulky rc
Hope that you had permission to fly from the local commie council !
:-O Permission? Sorry, that page is missing from my dictionary :-)