If you think helmet cams are a bit awkward, then Video Head helmets ought to do the trick with their built-in cameras. What it essentially does is relocate the action camera from its perch on top of the helmet to the inside, where it’s easier to access.

Video Head helmets integrate the lens and electronics into the helmet itself, pulling the camera out of the way and making it easier to control. The lens is built into the front of the helmet and can be adjusted into four different positions. The large power and record buttons are located on the lower right side of the helmet, making them easy to access. A red LED light located on the rim turns on with the camera and flashes to let you know it’s recording. The helmet also beeps as an audio cue.

Video Head will hit the market with three different models, beginning next month. The VX1 is an entry level model that offers VGA resolution (30 fps) and a 60-degree lens. It’s designed for beginners, those looking for something more affordable and/or those that don’t need the highest-resolution footage. The VX3 offers 720p (30 fps) footage through a 120-degree lens. The top-end VX5 is a 1080p (60 fps) model with a 127-degree lens.

All Video Head helmets have a mini mic for audio recording, and the VX3 and VX5 take still photos at 5 megapixels and 10 megapixels, respectively. The VX1 has 2 GB of storage, good for about 30 minutes of footage, and the VX3 and VX5 have 8 GB of storage, good for about 60 minutes of footage. The lithium-polymer battery of each model delivers enough life to fulfill those 30- or 60-minute footage capabilities. A USB 2.0 port makes for easy uploading and charging.

Text & image credits: Gizmag