SJCAM 4000 Philippines

I always rely on my cellphone for taking photos and videos. I have an outdated digital camera and I do not trust it from taking good shots. That's why action cameras today really got me. Last April, I bought a Xiaomi Yi Camera (click the link to see my review.)

Despite of having fake units in the market, I still bought it through Lazada.com.ph with CWL as a merchandiser. I received it three days after placing an order. I checked it and get it verified on the sjcam website. The unit came in with a lot of accessories which xiaomi yi camera does not have.

See the specifications below: 

12-megapixel HD wide-angle lens

Supports storage cards up to 32GB

Multiple video recording formats: 1080P, 720P, and WVGA (.MOV format)

LCD display

Web Camera and Drive Recorder modes

Multiple photo shooting modes: Single shot, Snapper

Video encryption enabled

Electronic image stabilization

Replaceable battery

Video recording while charging

Waterproof case

Massive selection of mounting options included

See the sample photos and videos taken from this device with default settings:

indoor shot

 action on the road

 clearly shot from the beach

indoor shot

Watch it in HD for better quality.

I would say, SJ CAM 4000 is just like a basic camera with a wide lens in it. There's nothing fancy about this device, but If you are on a tight budget like me this device is a good choice. Quality photos are good and just needed a little enhancement via photoshop or snapspeed. 

Pahiyas Festival in Quezon 2015

When I was a child, I always get amazed by fiesta and marching band. As I get older, the festivities around my area has gone into plain, boring and ordinary one. So, I asked some of my officemates if they wanted to go Quezon to unwind and relax the mind from work.

A colleague from Quezon volunteered to be our tour guide and she provided us  an itinerary for 3 days/2 nights with estimated budget of 3,000 pesos including pasalubong.

May 15: After the 11-hrs of being zombie at work, We immediately headed to the FX Terminal in Legarda (along Raymond Bus) going to Famy Laguna via Antipolo. We left at 10 am and we were expecting a heavy traffic to come across during the trip, but it only took 3 hours to get there. We arrived in  Famy Laguna around 1:00 pm and waited for another 40 mins for the bus going Lucena. Then, rode a tricycle going to Lucban. The total fare would cost P200, if you followed this alternative route. (Too much transfer, but definitely worth your time especially if you are avoiding traffic.)

We took some rest before sneaking out the festival. I surprised that the event has turned lively during the night.

May 16:

• We went to Lumang Palaisdaan for very cheap and sumptous breakfast
• Climbed up Kamay ni Hesus 
• Went to Batis and Majayjay Falls
• Buddy's Restaurant Lucban

 view from lodging house 6am

 @palaisdaan 

May 17:

• We woke up early to catch the mass at Lucban Church
• Headed to Chito's Restaurant for full breakfast
• We walked around to buy pasalubong
• Eker and Ely's Famous Longganisa
• Bus Terminal going back to Manila

Camaya Coast Philippines

This summer I will go out and try the beach, I promised myself. I felt the need to have a weekend gateway. Away from thinking about work and also to destress. Thank God, my lead allowed me to take a one-day vacation leave. 

I purchased 5 vouchers at P499 pesos each for a weekday day tour that includes complimentary lunch, use of anything in the resort like bike, kayak and banana boat. Thanks to metrodeal.com for affordable travel deal.  The challenge in this trip is to maximize the whole 10-hour day visit to Camaya Coast.

Fast forward to the day we had it, April 17, we left at home at 5:00 am and arrived at 10:30 am. It was a long drive, but the view from the top of the mountain was worth it. The gate is located on top of the mountain, and beach is downhill. Passing through the edge of it was really enjoyable. Plus, the scenery was really exciting too. However, If you are planning to go here make sure to register your car on their list prior to the arrival date, because they have a tight security there.

The view inside:

1. failed panorama photo taken from  my phone.

2. Free cottage everywhere

3. Feel free to choose any cottage you want.

4. Camaya wristband

 

 photo taken from my sit

6. Walking in through the sand will make your feet burn.

The water from the sea is very salty. SALINITY to the highest level.

Having our complimentary lunch. Sulit-na-sulit for only 499 pesos tour. You can have it all, the pork adobo, the yummy roasted chicken, and  the chop suey are the best.

We also registered to resorts' fun activities, unfortunately I was not able try them.

The place where I stayed the whole day - The Beach Bar.

 Rey and Jona

Me and Jona

about to dip in the infinity pool

I can't upload all the photos here.