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Home > Spy camera glasses -- investigating one of the latest trends in covert surveillance equipment
April 24, 2007
By: Lynn Bryant
You may have seen a movie or read a book about how an
individual used a hidden spy camera concealed in a pair of
glasses to conduct surveillance. You may have thought this
as a unique concept, but one that was only available to
those intelligence agencies or private investigators that
have access to an unlimited array of resources and
technology. The fact is though; obtaining a pair of spy
camera glasses for you is very simple. They are also not as
expensive as you might think.
The concept of concealing a hidden spy camera into common
everyday devices has been around for a while. Limitations in
the technology and high costs have made owning such devices
somewhat impractical and cost prohibitive. This trend is
quickly changing however. What used to be available to only
a select few is now available to the general population. Now
the concept of having hidden spy cameras in glasses is not
as far fetched as it once was. In the remainder of this
article we will explore some of the features you can get in
these unique devices as well as investigate where you can
obtain this type of eyewear for yourself.
Surveillance technology has improved a great deal.
Because of advancements in the miniaturization of
electronics, video cameras can be made so small they can
easily be concealed within an eyeglass frame. In most
instances, the camera unit itself is concealed within the
nosepiece of the glasses. This positioning allows for the
most realistic and optimal view. In addition, advancements
in wireless technology make it possible for the wearer to
carry a wireless transmitter or recording device that can
easily be concealed in a pocket. Powerful batteries also
make it possible to keep the hidden video camera running for
much longer periods without the need for an additional power
supply.
Locating this type of eyewear is easier than you might
think. A simple search on the Internet will provide a
listing of different vendors that sell a wide variety of
styles. Some available options include:
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Wireless Spy Sunglasses offered by Brickhouse Security
-- These sleek sunglasses come with a hidden, hardwired
CCD camera built right in. The camera allows for a
92-degree field of vision, and provides a high-resolution
image of 400 lines. These glasses come with either a black
and white camera or a color camera and sell for $399.95.
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Covert Color Video Glasses from MJ Electronics --
These glasses are quite a bit more expensive than the
sunglasses mentioned above. However, these glasses are
designed with clear lenses so they are made to look like
common eyewear you might wear inside or outdoors. The mini
camera is powered by a powerful battery, which will allow
the camera to function for up to two hours of continuous
operation. You can purchase a tiny recording device as
well to use with these glasses to record captured images.
These glasses sell for $3,950.00.
These are just two of the many available options that you
can choose from. Whether you have a legitimate need to
utilize these covert glasses, or you just think they would
be fun to own, there is no shortage of options available.
About the Author
Lynn Bryant is a successful freelance writer and contributor
to Video-Surveillance-Guide.com. Your definitive guide to
video surveillance equipment, CCTV cameras and wireless
security systems for home and business.
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