Ok so how about normal videocameras (camcorders)? I've tested mine to have a battery life of maybe 2:45 hours in room temperature. Do you know how well they perform? Is there any reason you specifically need an action cam?

Hi I guess this is quite a popular topic in this community. I have seen that a lot of people seem to use GoPro's for HABing. However I feel a bit reluctant to strap 400$ to a balloon... I wonder will a normal camcorder work too? What are the advantages of a GoPro over a camcorder? One is obviously w...