5.6.2018

I've been looking for a small Go Pro type camera since getting back into cycling and starting to commute to and from work. After a few close call with inconsiderate drivers I decided it was time to take the plunge.Obviously there's a well known name in this area and I began looking at which of their multitude of models might be suitable. The first thing that struck me was, there's a lot of choice and they generally cost a lot of money. Now, I'm not looking to make professional movies but I want a decent image and I may want to use it for other things - I'm going canoeing this weekend so it might be nice to use it there, I also do a bit of climbing too. Thing is, Go Pro have so many models at various price points,but unless you want to spend £300 plus, you could find it doesn't do everything you need. I also had a look at the various reviews of Go Pro products and found a common theme, confusing range, prices too high, not good value for money. It seems the company is also struggling because of this.So, I took a look at Amazon and the deals of the day and spotted this. For £30 it seemed too good to be true - a 4K camera that comes with all the bits and pieces I want plus a remote control and WiFi support? Worth a punt I thought.Definitely it was - certainly not a bad looking piece of kit, small, compact and light too. Image quality is excellent and there are plenty of menu options to play with. I'm using it on standard 1080P and it's very impressive, not yet tried the 4K in anger but it's certainly looks decent. Battery life is good, I've charged it once so far and used it for my 15 minute commute, twice a day for a week and it's just showing low battery. You get a second battery included and a lead to charge when they are in the camera (standard micro USB) but I decided it was worth spending just over an extra tenner on a linked offer for a couple of extra batteries and separate charger.The accessories supplied are numerous and overwhelming at first. I spent hours trying different combinations of arms, screws, pads and Velcro straps to try and get the thing attached to my helmet. Unfortunately, nothing quite fitted well enough for me to trust it not to wobble so I moved onto trying to attach something to my bike frame. Again, unfortunately the fittings there just didn't quite fit as I'd like - the piece I suspect is for use on a bike just wouldn't fit around my frame or handlebars as I have a mountain bike. I suppose that's one thing I would say could do with improvement - the manual shows different pictures of the bits fitted together but doesn't really explain what is for what, it's a case of trial and error although, given there are so many different scenario's this camera will be used in, it would be quite hard to cover everything. If I was being picky, I'd say it could do with a bigger clamp to fit on helmets or frames. In the end, I've now attached it to the straps on my rucksack and, to be honest, it's probably a lot better there anyway.It's early days yet but I have to say that, so far, I'm impressed

2.8.2020

I purchased this mainly for my daughter. She and some friends are soon going on holiday with their horses and it will be the first time she has ridden on the beach/sea and I thought this would be a better way to record their experience rather than having to hold their phones in one hand.I am a very keen photographer and I have a lot of high end, high quality equipment so I was considering buying a GoPro as they seem to be considered the best in this field? Then I remembered she asked for a good compact camera, which we purchased at some expense but she hardly ever used and now resides in my glove box!So I decided to purchase an action camera which had good reviews but an actual fraction of the cost of a GoPro just to see.At least it can be used as a 'horse cam' for the rare occasions she has to use the public roads to record some of those dangerous inconsiderate idiots who pass to close or sound their horns,rev their engines and intimidate and spook horses and riders!I am used to complicated photographic equipment, but this was really so easy and straight forward to set up. Good clear instructions and an easy to use menu on the camera itself.I really do have to admit I was rather sceptical about the quality of the images at this price? But I have to admit on viewing the images and videos she had taken as a practice, they are really very good. We viewed them on the TV using the HDMI output.Not only do you get a very good action camera at a great price. It's waterproof too! Great for if it's 'P' ing down with rain or getting splashed riding in the sea? I wish that something like this was available 20 years or so a go for when I was still aloud to go SCUBA diving and I could of recorded all of those magical dives, but underwater equipment then was just so ridiculously expensive!I have given this 5 stars all round. At these prices how can you not? Plus you get the added bonus of a spare battery so you should be able to use it for most of the day?You also get a good variety of fittings. Many I/she will never use. My only criticism is there wasn't a suitable attachment (or I couldn't find one?) to fit a horse riding helmet which I had to purchase a adjustable strap separately.In summary a great bit of kit at an amassing price!Would I recommend it? Absolutely!In fact. A lot of her friends have inquired about it and can't believe the price and also seriously considering purchasing one!I'm just happy that my daughter can record her memories and have a good back up in case it is ever needed and it hasn't cost me an arm and a leg!Horses are her passion and now this is all set up on one of her helmets I am confident it will get a lot of use.Obviously there are a lot of similar products out there in the same price range. I can't comment on them, all I can say is that I am extremely pleased with my purchase!I wanted to post some of the videos, but she has asked me not to as her friends are in most of them and she hasn't asked or got permission to share them which I totally respect and understand.

20.12.2018

Crosstour CT9000 V5.120-B - Price £36.79 with discount, normally £50.99Note that I'm comparing this action cam with my WiMius cam purchased about 2 and a half years ago. (side by side they look very similar) I am not an expert in action camera specs, just an ordinary consumer, so bear that in mind as you read on.The WiMius cam cost me around £76 and came with all the same accessory pack and extra battery. Prices have really come down a lot since i bought the WiMius. There are so many of these action cams coming out of China and they are all pretty much similar to each other, they use the same software have similar phone apps ect, ect.Video capture: There's not a huge difference in picture or video quality between both action cams,

27.6.2020

So I finally - after help from the support team - got this camera to work. And I have amended my review accordingly.Good points:1. Price. For around £30-35, it's not a bad little camera. Picture quality when played back on a PC is actually pretty good considering the size of camera and the price!2. Accessories you get with it - probably worth buying for this alone if you want cheap Go-pro accessories. A good range of attachments for all kinds of activity... except cycling (see below).3. Picture/video quality - is actually pretty good for the price. Distortion at the edges, but if you buy the CT9000-NEW rather than the CT9000, this improves through a new distortion setting for low frame rate HD video.

8.1.2019

im updating this review after recently going out on a bike ride to properly test the camera and get some footage. on first inspection it seems like a solid budget choice for anyone wanting their first action cam. it comes with a nice selection of accessories for mounting the phone to a bike helmet, dashboard, selfie stick and various other things which is nice. also comes with a replacement battery and basic instruction manual that lets you know you can pair the camera with your phone via the 'official app' but there is no mention of what the app is called. i found out later that it is called iSmart DV on the android app store. ok thenthe camera doesn't come with any sort of memory card so isnt functional out-of-the-box.

16.1.2019

After a months upon months of my nephew walking around with one of my GoPro’s in his hand... usual child with dreams of being the next big youtuber whilst filming himself watching someone film themselves opening an easter egg... He asked me for one for Christmas. Now he’s 9. It took me a while to convince myself to upgrade my GoPro’s. And i manage to break them. I couldnt see the point of spending that much money on a GoPro for a child who will probably put it in the bath without a case on and who has this amazing ability of falling off curbs.So we settled on one of these. It was cheap enough, it had a screen, it came with a few accessories and if he did break it falling up the stairs it wouldnt be a big deal since you know...

25.11.2019

Ok so I was a little dubious concidering what you are paying for this but I am happily surprised.The first thing I panicked about was I ordered this Friday night and it came the next day. But when I went online on Saturday Crosstour had upgraded this to 20mp camera so I thought I was going to be stuck with the 16mp ordering 5 hours before the update. Turned out I got the 20mp camera too so off to a good start.The camera and accessories come in a simple box but we'll packed. The camera itself is tiny which isn't a bad thing but I've never had an action camera so was quite surprised. The running theme here is suprise as you'll read on.Build quality is good the buttons feel sturdy and the accessories all feel quality although I have no clue what half of them are for.

2.8.2018

I have always fancied buying a go pro camera, but could never justify the price to myself, as I suspected that after my normal few weeks of tinkering with it, it would be confined to my pile of gadgets that ‘seemed like a good idea at the time’That’s when I stumbled across the Crosstour 16mp 4K action cam. The price was a tiny fraction of the flagship ‘go pro’ camera, so to be honest I didn’t expect too much, but I placed my order. Under £40 delivered for all that was quoted.... camera and a big bundle of accessories... surely this couldn’t be any good?Well, the camera box arrived the following day via Amazon prime delivery service.

19.1.2020

The Crosstour CT9000 is very reliable. Small and really light, it looks like it will be the perfect companion for bike rides, hikes and even jogs. The waterproof casing does what it's meant for while still letting you use all the buttons on the camera.Picture quality is very impressive for such a cheap camera. Videos are really good too (do not rely on the preview from the camera. Export it onto PC for full quality !) and sound quality is ok. There is several modes for picture/video. I have not yet tried them all properly but they definitly add to the experience.The camera can be connected to a smartphone through an App. In my experience, it is very unreliable !

20.2.2020

This is a review of the Crosstour CT9000 as supplied by Amazon UK. Having used a GoPro Hero 4 for the last four years I ordered this as I wanted a cheap, simple, action camera with a viewfinder! It’s main use will be for snorkelling and catching snippets of film as I travel. I cannot yet say how this will perform underwater but my first impressions are positive from the initial unboxing and setup which is pretty straightforward if you read the accompanying manual. Remember to insert a battery, insert and format an appropriate memory card and switch off screen time out if you want the screen to remain active for longer periods when recording.The lens is fixed at 170 degrees and gives a fisheye angle perspective .

28.9.2020

The camera arrived in really nice packaging and already inside the waterproof housing for added protection in transit. The packaging is strong and sturdy. I was surprised at how small and light the camera itself was at 6 cm wide, 4 cm deep an just over 2cm thick ! I bought a "MENGMI Micro SD Card 64GB Class 10" SD card on amazon also and it works a treat. Just pop it in and format it and you're away ! The package also contains a separate box that contains all the accessories, remote control, wristband, bike attachment...etc. all individually bagged - The attachment all seem of the standard (Go Pro style) connector type.I found the instruction book to clear,

12.9.2018

I have no links to Crosstour, and the impression is based on what I've found. If it was crap I would say so, but read on.......For those who are unsure about buying this camera, fear not, and do it. Why have I come to this conclusion ? Well, last year I bought a 'tube' type camera, to attach to a motorcycle helmet. While the concept was good, the application was rubbish, and if you read up on them, you will see why. Numerous times, I returned home to find the camera had failed to record anything, as it was difficult to know if it was on or not, and when it did record, the quality was poor.Now forward to the Crosstour CT9000. First impression out of the box is that it has an excellent finish,

24.9.2018

The important thing to remember here is the price of the product. At £40 (or around that mark), you're not going to be taking on the likes of the latest GoPro's. However, don't let that put you off. I've been thoroughly impressed with this camera since I've got it. In the box comes 2x batteries, a remote, and a bunch of mounts, sticky pads and accessories. Aside from a Micro SD card, everything you'd need to use this camera properly is included in the box!For the price point, the image is amazing! I haven't tried the 4K options yet, however the 1080 is more than good enough, and I'd have no problem cutting this with other cameras such as my Canon C100. Low Light performance is okay,

18.8.2018

I have never owned an action camera before and was looking for something that I could take decent pictures and videos with whilst swimming, snorkelling and skiing whilst travelling, without paying 2-3 times the cost of my actual camera.This action camera fits the bill perfectly - it's a great starter's camera, fairly simple to operate, easy to transfer the pictures, comes with lots of useful accessories and is actually affordable!! It is remarkably lightweight and small and even with all the accessories fits into a small box.The picture and video quality is decent too - think like decent camera phone levels and better than my friend's GoPro picture quality from a couple of years ago,

28.7.2018

I bought this to take on our family holiday this summer, as I was looking for something small, rugged and waterproof to take with me, as a complement to my compact camera and phone. My initial impressions on receiving it were good; it comes equipped with a large number of accessories, the most useful of which for me was the waterproof housing... it pretty much lived in this while we were on holiday, mounted on a (separately purchased) handle. The kit includes a wireless remote shutter, which I also attached to the handle. This made it very easy to just pull out and use for video or still pictures, especially in situations where you wouldn’t always pull out your regular camera, or phone...

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