Transcend DrivePro Body 20 Review

Aside from high-performance memory modules and reliable storage products, Transcend has also been heavily invested in monitoring solutions. The company has been offering dashcams in the DrivePro lineup, and it has been well-received thus far. Now, Transcend wants to add more into its portfolio by releasing the DrivePro Body 20 and the DrivePro Body 52. What we’re looking at here is the company’s DrivePro Body 20, a no-frills body camera that can give anyone a straightforward solution when it comes to monitoring security on application.

 

Aside from high-performance memory modules and reliable storage products, Transcend has also been heavily invested in monitoring solutions. The company has been offering dashcams in the DrivePro lineup, and it has been well-received thus far. Now, Transcend wants to add more into its portfolio by releasing the DrivePro Body 20 and the DrivePro Body 52. What we’re looking at here is the company’s DrivePro Body 20, a no-frills body camera that can give anyone a straightforward solution when it comes to monitoring security on application.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions	88.4mm × 52.2mm × 19.4mm (3.48" x 2.06" x 0.76")
Weight	88 g (3.1 oz)
Lens	F/2.8, 160° wide angle
Microphone	Built-in
Resolution/Frame Rate	Full HD (1920x1080) / 30fps
Video Format	H.264 (MOV: up to 1920x1080 30fps)
Storage Capacity	32GB internal memory
Connection Interface	USB 2.0
Battery Type	Li-Polymer 1530mAh
Power Supply	Input: AC 100V-240V, 50-60Hz, 0.4A Max
	Output: DC 5V 2A
IP Rating	IPX4
Operating Temperature	-20°C (-4°F) ~ 65°C (149°F)
Storage Temperature	-25°C (-13°F) ~ 70°C (158°F)
Certificates	CE, FCC, BSMI
Warranty	Two-year Limited Warranty
Package Contents	DrivePro Body 20
	Adapter
	3.5mm to USB cable
	360° rotatable clip
	Velcro holder
System Requirements	Desktop or notebook computer with USB port and one of the following operating systems:
	Microsoft Windows 7
	Microsoft Windows 8
	Microsoft Windows 8.1
	Microsoft Windows 10

Packaging

Transcend ships the DrivePro Body 20 in quite an appealing packaging. A photo of the device is printed upfront to give you a reference on its form factor, and the key features are listed below for you to see. The features are also printed on both sides, while the product’s specifications are listed on the back.

Once you prop the package open, you’ll be met with another box that contains the DrivePro Body 20 itself along with a separate box for the inclusions. There’s a USB cable for charging and transferring data, a wall adapter, an extra clip, Velcro, and some paperwork.

Design

Transcend’s DrivePro Body 20, as mentioned, is a straightforward monitoring device without gimmicks and whatnot, and we’re digging its design. It’s light and compact that you’ll never have problems fitting it into its proper places – bag straps, lanyards, shirts, you name it. The camera itself is placed top center of the device, while the record/power on button is situated below it. There’s also a Wi-Fi button further down below, which you will be using when you’re connecting it to your smartphone.

On the other hand, we’re not sure why Transcend opted with a 3.5mm jack for data transfers and charging. A microUSB port would have sufficed since there’s always that chance of you misplacing the 3.5mm jack to USB cable in the long run.

Usage and Performance

The DrivePro Body 20 is quite easy to use – all it takes is just one push of a button and you’re all set to go. Pressing the power button on the center will start the recording, and pressing it again will stop. The 160-degree wide-angle recordings are shot continuously, and are separated to 3-minute videos to make it easier for scanning. You can also take quick snapshots by just pressing the Wi-Fi button, which will come in handy if you need to take a note of something really quick.

You’ll also want to download the DrivePro Body app to take full advantage of the device. From there, you can view a livestream feed of the DrivePro Body 20 by connecting your smartphone to the device via Wi-Fi. Now, this one’s actually tricky if you haven’t read the instructions. The DrivePro Body 20 will be the connection you’ll want to join in via your smartphone’s Wi-Fi. Once you get connected, you can launch the app and click on the device itself for instant livestream and watching your recorded videos.

As far as the quality of the recording goes, we’re very impressed with the DrivePro Body 20. Videos are taken clearly in Full HD 1080p resolution with 30fps. Each 3-minute clip runs about 274MB, which should fill the ample 32GB of internal storage with about 150 3-minute clips or 450 minutes/7.5 hours of recording.

 

Transcend is also offering a docking station if you have multiple DrivePro Body cameras with you, making it a whole lot easier for you to sync up to 6 cameras in just one go. You’ll have to download the DrivePro Toolbox for it to work, though. But you can download it for free through Transcend’s website.

Conclusion

Transcend tags the DrivePro 20 as a device designed for military, law enforcement, and private security applications, and it does a great job performing on such applications with ease. It can deliver exceptional recording quality, which really should be what it’s about. We’re also pleased with its connection to mobile devices. Although not seamless, having a livestream option in a couple of clicks is a welcomed addition if you want to monitor someone’s movements in an area.

Quite frankly, the application isn’t limited only to security and military usage. Video bloggers can experiment on this nifty device, which should add up to the flavor of their platform. The Transcend DrivePro Body 20 is ready with just a click, and it can keep on running so you don’t miss out on anything.