Hi Mark! Great video. I’m debating on buying the Go 3S and I was wondering how well it’s held up for you? I watched another guy’s video on it and he said the screws were falling out of it and the low light video wasn’t good. I was wondering if you think it’s worth it in the long term? Thank you have a great day!
I have had no issues with build quality. The main feature of the 3S is its size and mounting options. The Pocket 3 is much better in low light than the 3S. Thanks for watching.
Hi mark great review, Kindly I have question , is the camera able to record video when the camera charging by power bank through the quick reader for long time record without action pod
Interesting question. To test this, I turned off the Go 3, put it in the Quick Reader and plugged into an Anker power bank - the solid red light comes on which indicates charging mode - the power draw was about 2.8 - 3 watts. So now I had a measure of the normal charge draw. For part 2, I started recording on my Go 3 (flashing red light), then put it in Quick Reader and attached to Anker power bank - recording continued (red light flashing) and noticed the draw from the power bank, again, was showing approximately 3 watts. So draw from power bank was same when off (and charging) and recording (and charging). Note, I started the recording before attaching to power bank. (Can't start recording if first attached to power bank.) FYI with just the Quick Reader connected to power bank alone (no Go 3) power draw was a little less than a watt which makes sense as the Quick Reader requires power to transfer files, etc. Lastly, I checked my recording to make sure it did not stop when plugged into power bank, while charging or when removed from power bank - recording was fine and clean. So based on this test, yes, you can record (must start recording first) and charge at same time - removing any power limits but still subject to SD card capacity. Thank for watching and asking this interesting question.
Hi Mark, I purchased the 3s without an action pod to save some cash as what I wanted more than anything was the small form factor. I hadn't realised there would be no way of charging it. I am now waiting for the quick transfer to be delivered so hoping this will solve my issues. Will the 3S be perfectly capable with this set up or do you think the action pod is needed for anything?
Great question! I have a video which should be coming out tomorrow that addresses this exact question. It’s called “ Do you need an action pod with you Go 3/3s”. Check it out for a full explanation.
@@markexploringnewstuff I have tried both methods of installing firmware (via app and a computer) and they both require the action pod to install. More than happy to be proven otherwise but can’t see a way around it!
@@thomas.robertsinteresting. I was not aware of that. Insta360 doesn’t have a history of making substantial firmware updates, they would rather issue a new updated product. Hopefully the functionality in the firmware update does not offer a change in user experience. The action pod is available for separate purchase if you feel the update provides major improvements.
Yes, you can. The camera (without the Action Pod or Reader) can always wirelessly connect to the app. The reader simply adds an additional storage device and smaller charging option. Thank you for watching. Be well,
