Contour Cameras let you capture your adventures—hands-free and in High Definition (HD) video. They belong to the growing product segment of point-of-view (POV) cameras gaining popularity among sports and adventure enthusiasts as well as documentary filmmakers.
Contour, the company behind these mountable cameras, also describes them as “storytelling apps” with a “built-in social community” where you can share your adventures online.
All Contour cameras reviewed here can shoot HD video in 1080p, 960p and 720p settings. On still camera mode, you get 5-megapixel photos. All models sport Contour’s low profile, compact but rugged design. All are water resistant and can be encased in waterproof housing (sold separately) for depths down to 60 meters.
However, each Contour Camera was built to suit the needs of different types of users. There are variations in added features. Find which award-winning Contour camera is for you, by clicking through the choices below:
| Contour+ for Professional Storytelling |
ContourGPS for Video Mapping | ContourHD for Action Video |
![]() Contour’s most fully connected POV camera—and the one with the widest wide-angle lens at 170 degrees. Integrated Bluetooth gives filmmakers a wireless viewfinder via smart phones and other Bluetooth devices. An HDMI port allows live streaming of HD video. GPS-capable. Learn more about the Contour+. |
![]() Contour’s mountable POV camera that adds GPS, location, speed and elevation data to the picture—or specifically, the video. This camera lets hikers, runners or bikers track their route as it is synchronized with recorded footage. You can even get a second-by-second replay via Google Maps. Learn more about the ContourGPS. |
![]() The most affordable and basic action camera in Contour’s line of hands-free POV cameras. This one is the simplest to use for hassle-free shooting of high action sports. You can take this model in many locations with minimal effort. Learn more about the ContourHD. |
| Starting at $499.95 | Starting at $285.53 | Starting at $137.99 |


