Xiaomi camera mount. GoPro compatible mounts for Xiaomi Yi. Self-adhesive pads and practical application experience
Good afternoon to all Muska readers and writers. With my review today, I would like to touch upon a topic that is interesting for many who are faced with the choice of accessories for action cameras for the first time.
Everyone knows very well about the good price/quality ratio of Xiaomi Yi cameras, about its interesting potential and scripts that allow you to squeeze all the juice out of the camera and about its rather meager default configuration. The delivery set is very ascetic - a camera, a cable for charging/communication with a computer and, in an extended version, a monopod. Therefore, you will have to buy everything missing with your own money. Let’s try to calculate with you how much (of course, somewhere it’s cheaper, somewhere it’s more expensive) all this will cost and in general what kinds of fastenings exist (necessary and not so necessary). If anyone is interested, please review.
This mount, as the manufacturer assures us, is “ideal for skiing, biking, kayaking and skydiving.” The material of the fastenings themselves is ABS plastic, the straps stretch well and are height adjustable. At the time of purchase cost $4.62.Since the seller’s website contains good pictures of the product itself, and they correspond to the copy that came to me, I’ll allow you to attach them here:
Photo of the chest mount
photo of the chest mount on the body
Where do I use this mount? And I use it while riding a bicycle, as a video recorder. Due to the fact that I only have one in stock, I had to resort to a small “collective farm” to ensure constant power to the camera during long (more than 3-4 hours) rides. The essence of the modernization was to organize the fastening (if anyone is interested, my copy has an efficiency of about 70%) with a nominal capacity of 2100mah to the “bib”. Initially I planned to glue Velcro onto the stretch strap, but abandoned this idea as unviable.
original version
Later I glued Velcro on the bottom mounting area, and the mating part on the power bank.
video shot on camera
pros of this mount:
- a fairly stable video picture (without jerking, such as on a head mount);
- complete absence of discomfort when using (sometimes I even forget about it while riding a bicycle);
- possibility of collective farming and doping.
Cons I haven’t discovered it for myself. This mount allows you to mount the camera on your head. The material of the fastenings, according to the seller, is ABS plastic, the material of the “straps” is elastic nylon (which is true in principle, at least elastic for sure, there is even a mesh, apparently, so that the head does not sweat). There is an adjustment for various diameters head and seat height. At the time of purchase cost $2.29.
Photo of head mount
body photo
video shot on camera
pros:
- provides greater mobility in terms of shooting compared to a chest mount (it’s easier to “turn” your head than your chest).
Minuses:
- the picture is less stable;
- feeling of the presence of fastening “on the body” (there is some discomfort);
- can fly off your head while swimming, for example in a water park.
Here's what the manufacturer writes about this
Yunteng C-088 is a telescopic monopod, designed for lovers of active life, made of durable alloy. Its compact size makes it very convenient for travel, fits into most backpacks, suitcases, bags and hand luggage. The telescopic monopod expands your camera's shooting capabilities with shooting capabilities unique angles. This model The monopod is universal, can be extended and fixed to any length from 31 to 81 cm, and has a standard 1/4" tripod screw.
photo of monopod
body photo
video shot on camera
Pros:
- quite compact (about 30cm when folded);
- light (about 200 g);
- allows you to increase your height by almost 90 centimeters =) or crawl into hard to reach places;
- there is a 1/4 inch “female” hole for turning into a “tripod” by connecting to this;
- for selfie lovers there is a holder for your phone;
- withstands weight nikon DSLRs d7100 (765 grams) + nikkor 16-85 (485 grams), when folded, without bending, when fully unfolded, there is a bend (you can’t fool physics).
Minuses:
- the handle, unlike the yunteng 188, is not rubberized, but made of a material resembling foam rubber.
Although it doesn’t become unusable in water (or maybe it’s just not worn out yet), the rubber, in my opinion, is still nicer.
photo clips
body photo
video shot on camera
As for this mount, in my opinion, the thing is very specific and its main plus compact and discreet (compared to chest and head mounts)
The camera itself in the box does not sink to the bottom and floats up normally. Therefore, the main benefit of this float is that it is bright and relatively large, which makes it easy to identify the camera at sea if it is lost. There is nothing more to add here. Definitely take it on a trip to the sea. Bought for $1.68 .photo of the float
body photo
Unfortunately, I haven’t been to the sea yet this year, so the video is from YouTube
I have visited the Muska here several times. Price at time of purchase $1.68
- Dimensions 165 x 35 x35mm,
- weight no more than 50 grams.
In general, it has a rather flimsy design and there can be no talk of any declared 250 grams of load. My phone ZTEv975 (150 grams) + (30 grams) + yunteng tripod adapter (reviewed above) no longer holds - the head of the mini-tripod falls. The Xiaomi Yi is ideal for the camera in terms of weight loads, but needs “doping”- due to the short threaded hole in the camera body, it is better to put two (bare camera) or one (camera in) washer on the thread of the mini-tripod. Then the camera will be firmly fixed on the “head” of the mini-tripod.
tripod photo
exterior photos and doping
Despite all the disadvantages and flimsiness of the device, I am sure that it is simply irreplaceable if you need to hang the camera, for example, on a tree branch, on a fence, chandelier, door handle. Therefore, thanks to this product, the functionality of camera mounting is definitely increased many times over.
7. Self-adhesive pads and practical application experience
These pads are used for mounting on a flat flat surface or a flat curved surface (for example, a bicycle or motorcycle helmet) using the included double sided tape 3m. At the time of purchase, 2 straight and 2 curved platforms cost me $1.55photos of sites
Since I don’t have a bicycle helmet and I’m flagrantly violating the safety rules in this regard, I used these platforms for a slightly different purpose:
- attaching the camera to the timer:
What is it for? This is necessary to get something other than the usual static
8. Adapters for using the above-mentioned mounts
To avoid problems with the use (namely, with compatibility) of the mounts and the camera, I recommend purchasing several adapters that will make your life much easier:1.
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general form
This is probably the most main component, which you need to buy to adapt your camera to the mounts. I recommend taking several adapters at once (I have 3 of them, for example). This allows you to save time on moving them (adapters) from mount to mount. I would also like to note one nuance. Due to the short threaded hole of the camera, I recommend placing a washer under the threads of the adapter. The camera will not “dangle” and will be correctly positioned relative to the subject. Cost of the adapter at the time of purchase $0,68
Well, that’s probably all I wanted to tell you in this review. The total cost of all the goods described above is slightly more than $29 . If you add an aquabox and a silicone case here - approx. $40 .
I hope the review was useful to someone. All products presented were purchased with honestly earned and rapidly rising prices. All the best, interesting and useful shopping.
I'm planning to buy +35 Add to favorites I liked the review +40 +73When buying a Xiaomi action camera, you will have to feel like the owner of a GoPro and buy accessories, since they are compatible with the same GoPro mounts, while prices in Chinese online stores available as always.
Having ordered the camera, my next order was a couple of mounts and a spare battery. The unboxing video will be at the end of the article, and there will also be an identification of the shortcomings of the fasteners.
1. Let's take a closer look and start with batteries:
The battery was packed in bright packaging, the box is apparently universal for various types batteries. The main advantages on the packaging: “No memory effect”, “ fast charging" And " for a long time battery life" 
The dimensions “by eye” are similar to the “original” battery, but when installing and removing it from the camera, you feel that it is a little larger. We insert the battery, turn on the camera, the camera turns on and works successfully. 
The battery was charged, the camera indicator glowed “blue”, which indicates that the battery is more than 50% charged. 
Li-ion batteries, 3.7V, declared capacity 1010 mAh or 3.7Wh, all parameters are the same as those indicated on the “original” battery.
Unfortunately, it was not possible to fully charge/discharge with video recording and measure the duration, but in real work I did not notice a difference with the “original”. Charged from USB port computer for about 3 hours.
On back side there is a “tab” for removing the battery from the camera and the main characteristics are duplicated. 
The photo shows that the battery is not assembled very carefully (the stickers are falling off), but this is not particularly important - the main thing is that it works and the price, sorry, is $3.
2. Let's move on to testing fastenings
Let's start with "monopod mounts" This is how I plan to use it. With its help, I planned to attach a waterproof case with a camera to a monopod. But I never ordered the case... 
We unpack it, everything looks just fine: the plastic is super, glossy, strong, there is a screw for fastening, and also with a nut!
Everything is great on the bottom side too. internal thread deep, fits perfectly on a monopod and does not rotate. Mounting diameter 32 mm. 
We try to secure the mount with a screw: twist, twist... and it doesn’t fasten!( 
The screw thread is not long enough.
Why they included such a screw in the kit is not clear. Or am I missing something...
Otherwise, the mount is excellent; you can attach the camera to it in the box and shoot in the water. 
3. Let's move on to "arm mount"
This mount is no worse in plastic quality than the previous one; there is no lag screw included. 
The kit consists of a platform, swivel fasteners and Velcro. The mount itself can be rotated 360 degrees and can be secured in any position using the “LOCK” latch. 
The total length of the Velcro is 30 cm (of which 10 cm is the part that clings) 
On one side the Velcro is attached to plastic mount. The Velcro is stitched securely and neatly.
On this photo fastening in a “fixed” position. 
The inner surface is plastic; in the photo of the store’s website, the back surface is covered with an overlay. 
I'm happy with the hand mount, but when ordering it, I forgot to order an adapter for attaching it to a camera. You can buy a small one aluminum mount, case or cheap plastic mount: 
Since time was lost, it was decided to look offline. Wandering around the shops it was found DVR mount perfect for Xiaomi camera, fortunately it has a ¼ mount. 
For ordered mounts, only the top part is required. Unscrew and disassemble the fastening. 
The necessary fastening has been found! Great, we try to screw in the screw - it doesn’t work, we bore out the holes with a needle file - the fastening is ready! 
We install the camera. 
We attach the camera to the forearm. In this position, the camera is not particularly in the way, but if you attach it to your shoulder, it is natural that your arm is pinched and using the camera is very difficult.
I tried to shoot a video, attaching it to my shoulder, while flying on a quad. Thanks to the wide viewing angle of the camera, the equipment and the surrounding environment are included in the right corner, resulting in an interesting picture. Unfortunately, I have “flooded the horizon” and will not post such a video. In this regard, I plan to find and glue to the camera a small level that is used in cheap tripods. General form Mounting the camera on your hand: 
With a slight movement of your hand, unlock “LOCK”, immediately turn the camera and you’re done: 
In conclusion, I would like to say that despite all the shortcomings, the mounts are very interesting, high quality and affordable. I recommend it to all GoPro and Xiaomi Yi owners! 
Tripod Mount with Screw
1010mAh Li-ion Battery for XiaoMi Yi Sports Camera - 3.7V
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