5 Toughest HD Mini Cameras for Your Adventure Trip

Want to show your friends live footage of your next hike or climb? Go for the Panasonic HX-A100D—it records your video and broadcasts it to Ustream, where your friends and family can watch as you go. An ear hook anchors the camera at eye level and an armband holds the tethered controller in place, but backpack and helmet attachments are available too. Then, once mounted, use your smartphone or tablet to preview, start or end your broadcast or recording. And of course, it’s dustproof and waterproof up to five feet. Don’t be afraid to get it a little wet and dirty. ($300; shop.panasonic.com)