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For anyone who wants to do time lapse photography but doesn't want to expend the effort to build something like this, check out the Xiaoyi Yi. [0] It has WiFi,
by kogepathic 10y ago
For anyone who wants to do time lapse photography but doesn't want to expend the effort to build something like this, check out the Xiaoyi Yi. [0]
It has WiFi, the firmware is Linux (you can get telnet IIRC) and it also supports scripts for more advanced configuration and control. You can buy it online from China (e.g. AliExpress) for around $80
Sample timelapse video [1]
[0] http://en.xiaoyi.com/xiaoyi_en.html http://en.xiaoyi.com/xiaoyi_en.html
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zlb2VFGVbs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zlb2VFGVbs
- asaml 10y agoYou'll notice that the internal battery only lasts for ~1hr. But the yi-cam can run completely without the internal battery. I'd suggest plugging it directly into a powersupply or an external battery for this purpose.
- devwastaken 10y agoI am really, really bugged by how that website stops my scrolling in blocks.
- somberi 10y agoAt 70 grams in weight - shoots seven frames per second and supports 240fps video (480p) - The $80 version is 2K and there is a new 4K version which is $220.
- Nexxxeh 10y agoIt does have a very fish-eyed lens and some annoying design decisions. And the Xiaomi Yi app is less than stellar. But I love mine, and the waterproof cases for them are dirt cheap and sacrificial.