ION Air PRO 2
The ION Air PRO 2 action camera is used to capture all the moments of your adventure and sports. Due to the small size, you can strap it anywhere to record the memorable scenes. The ION Air PRO 2is an expert for the needs of adrenaline junkies, adventurers, amateur and professional photographers, bloggers, and sports enthusiasts.
ION Air PRO 2 is a compact camcorder that has many advanced features. Whether you go on high-speed or low-speed actions such as bungee jumping, wing walking, river rafting, skiing, and cycling, the cam is always ready to capture all everything.
DESIGN
The ION Air PRO 2 looks similar to the previous model. It has a large cylindrical body that is 4 inches long with a diameter of 1.5 inches. It is a light and portable action camera that can be mounted easily on the body, head, car, bike, and surfboard. It only weighs 127g with a dimension of 3.19 x 8.51 x 5.52 inches.
It looks attractive with a dark metallic gray finish with the blue at the edges. The construction of this camcorder is sturdy that make it a durable device and hence it’s worth the money. The Ion Air Pro 2 offers many outstanding functions that will grab your attention.
FEATURES
The features of this product make sure you capture classic photos and videos. Below is the list of features of this action capturing device.
Diverse photo capture
It can provide different modes for shooting. For fast operations, the burst mode is the right option to select as it captures ten pictures in a second. To capture a series of photographs, the time-lapse mode is there that allow you to choose a particular interval for shooting (5, 10, 30, 60 seconds). It also captures HD photos as it has automatic white balance and exposure control.
Super-wide field of view
The device has a field of view of 180 degrees that capture all the scenes. A photo of you looks tremendous if it has the field of action.
Waterproof design – Without any housing, this camera is waterproof up to 10m. You can go deep down the water to perform several operations without worrying about the protection of the device. It is also a shockproof device due to its robust body.
Low-light performance
The super low-light sensitivity and auto aperture settings make the camcorder unique as it records the classic footage even in low-light.
Cloud ready
It gives you a cloud storage of 10 GB that permits you to save and access the footage from anywhere.
WiFi Podz
It enables the WiFi connectivity that allows you to control the device with the phone or tablet. You can also share the footage with your friends or on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and other social networking sites.
Connections
There is a USB port that can be used for transferring data or recharging the battery, micro SD slot, a switch to select between HD and Full HD, microphone input, and mini HDMI port that allow you to connect it to the TV.
Quick record switch
There is no button, you just have to slide and change, and the recording will start in 3 seconds. You can also turn off the camera with the same switch.
Microphone
The built-in microphone captures high definition audio that improves the quality of the footage as low-quality audio can destroy the moment. You can also insert an external mic.
Cam lock
You will find a clip at the bottom of the action camera that can be removed using a screwdriver. You can attach different types of mounts according to your convenience.
Image stabilization
During a high-speed action, the body shakes a lot that makes it hard for the camera to capture a clear and sharp image. This function reduces the effect and delivers high-quality photos.
VIDEO QUALITY
The main feature of any action camera is the quality of the video it produces in different situations. An action camera should have various resolution modes so that it can manage to capture footage in every environment. The resolutions include 1080p at 30 fps, 960p at 30 fps, 720p at 30/60 fps, and WVGA at 30 fps.
This camcorder also provides high performance in slow motion mode and keeps the crisp of the moment. Besides the outstanding video quality, it also captures high definition photos with a resolution of 14 megapixels.
LIGHT AND SOUND
As it is mentioned above, the automatic aperture settings allow you to capture crystal clear videos almost in all the situations. The quality of the footage remains same in every environment. So, you can go for any action at any time without worrying about the quality of videos in low-light.
The sound system is also perfect with an internal microphone that records excellent quality audio. The built-in mic offers automatic gain control and AAC compression. During the high-speed action, the mic also records wind noise that is the only negative point.
BATTERY
It has a rechargeable lithium-polymer battery of 1200 mAh. The battery is internal, so you can’t replace it, but the built-in battery works about 2.5 hours that runtime might be perfect for many users. It has also seen that a few people are not happy with the runtime. Battery Pods can be purchased to increase the battery life.
The battery can be recharged using USB; you can also record the videos or capture photos while it’s in charge. As compared to other products, this action camcorder offers a long battery life. It also features a low battery indicator. You can enjoy the activities while the cam records all the moments.
ACCESSORIES
The Ion Air Pro 2 comes with many accessories that are very helpful for mounting the device. You will get surprised after opening the box as it contains USB cable, international wall plug kit, universal power adapter, cam lock camera mount, double-faced adhesive, helmet mount, short ball joint with cam lock socket, cam lock key, secure strap, WiFi Podz, tripod stand, pouch, USB adapter, video/audio cable, and tin box case.
All these accessories will make the use easier than expected. It comes with a 1-year warranty and the company also assists you. If you experienced any malfunctioning, then you can contact the manufacturers to get the device repaired. The memory card is although an important component that is not included in the box, so you have to buy it separately. The action camcorder supports the memory card up to 32 GB.
iOn Air Pro 2
The Air Pro 2 is the second generation of our iON Air Pro series. The camera has a 14MP sensor and 180-degree field of view. When you add in its ability to attach an external microphone (not waterproof), the ultra-light weight of 130grams/4.6oz and 2.5-hour battery life, it’s a no-brainer.
PROS:
Easy to use
Good Video Quality
Good iOS App
Microphone input
CONS:
App or PC Software required to change most settings