Three Kinds of Digital Spy Cameras in a Nutshell

You don't have to look far and wide for the best digital spy cameras to add to your arsenal. In fact, there are many spy gadgets that are sold on websites. Read on to know more about three very popular spy cameras, their features, and prices.

• Digital Spy Camera

The Digital Spy Camera at $19.95, is a small digital camera connected to a small remote device that is hidden on a pair of sunglasses. The surveillance pictures, with resolutions up to 640 x 480, can be uploaded to your computer or laptop via a USB cable. However, there are major limitations. The device can only take 20 pictures. Also, the device does not record video. Pictures are fine, but videos are more incriminating pieces of evidence. This sunglass spy camera runs on both MAC and Windows. However, the Digital Spy Camera is not compatible with Windows Vista. This would be a very neat gift for kids or to adults who are fond of taking random pictures of people.

• Mini Pen Camcorder 1GB

Of all digital spy cameras, spy pen cameras are one of the most effective. Because of its very inconspicuous form and small size, no one would suspect that some spying is going on. The Mini Pen Camcorder weighs 30 grams and is just 15mm thick. It records video in AVI format, with a 640 x 480 resolution. The cool thing is that the pen is powered by an internal Lithium-Ion battery which lasts for 3 hours. The device also has an internal flash 1GB memory. With this, up to 5 hours of surveillance video can be saved! Like other digital spy cameras, the Mini Pen Camcorder will continue to capture video, as long as the memory is not full, or the power has not run out. Also, you can store and play footage on your computer through USB. With a mid-range price of $84.97, this device is a keeper.

• ZRAD Sunglasses Spy Cam

Of all the digital spy cameras out there, the ZRAD Sunglasses Spy Cam is the coolest and the most advanced. With an enormous 2GB memory, you can record hours and hours of surveillance video, while looking very casual and stylish at the same time. This device comes with a load of features. For starters, surveillance footage are saved in 3GP format. You can also expand memory using a Micro SD card. The device uses a 1.3 mega pixel pinhole camera and records at 25 frames per second (fps)! The ZRAD runs with a 550mAh Li battery. An application CD with programs such as Quick Time and Real Player is included. However, the $178.67 price is very expensive, and is only recommended for professionals who use stealth in their work.

Suffice to say, get a spy camera that suits you. If you do it for a living, use digital spy cameras like the Mini Pen Camcorder or the ZRAD Sunglasses Spy Cam. Use the Digital Spy Camera if you're just spying on your friends for fun.