# Diminutive Digital Cameras The Chobi Cam Pro Snaps Photos and Captures HD Video By Meghan Young | Published 2011-11-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chobi-cam-pro References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5857002/fingertip-sized-camera-does-hd-video-on-the-cheap) & [jtt.ne.jp](http://www.jtt.ne.jp/shop/product/chobi_cam_pro/index.html) Technology is always getting smaller and faster, but who knew it would get as small as the Chobi Cam Pro? Developed by the same company who brought readers the adorable [CHOBi Cam One](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chobi-cam-one), which was a micro DSLR camera, this fingertip-sized camera is tiny. This sleek look is professional and enticing. Not only does the CHOBi Cam Pro snap photos, but it captures HD video as well. As the [smallest camcorder on the market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-go-ultra), it will surely be snatched up immediately by those slave to novelty. Or it will be coveted by would-be spies around the world. The CHOBi Cam Pro boasts a built-in mini USB port and comes with an AV cable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Miniature Technology:** The Chobi Cam Pro showcases the trend of smaller and faster technology, opening up opportunities for further miniaturization in a variety of industries. - **Compact Cameras:** The popularity of the Chobi Cam Pro highlights the trend of compact cameras, creating opportunities for innovation in portable photography and videography. - **Micro Recording Devices:** The Chobi Cam Pro's tiny size and powerful functionalities point to the trend of micro recording devices, presenting disruptive innovation opportunities in surveillance and personal security. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The Chobi Cam Pro's diminutive size and advanced features create opportunities for innovation in the consumer electronics industry, especially in the development of compact cameras and recording devices. - **Photography/videography:** The Chobi Cam Pro's HD video capabilities and portability present disruptive innovation opportunities in the photography and videography industry, specifically in the development of compact and high-quality recording devices. - **Security/surveillance:** The Chobi Cam Pro's small size and covert functionalities open doors for disruptive innovation in the security and surveillance industry, offering advancements in micro recording devices for personal and professional use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible Vlogger Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pro-camera-system.md) - [Thumb-Sized Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-action-camera.md) - [Tiny Colorful Camera Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chamera.md) - [Professional Micro-Sized Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-rx1r-iii.md) - [Collectible Mini Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-creator-mini-cam.md) - [Minimal Portable Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powershot-v10.md) - [Compact Sports-Ready Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero-action-camera.md) - [Nostalgic Handheld Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-camera.md) - [Compact Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-hero-11-black-mini.md)