# Police-Grade Wearable Cameras The Panasonic Wearable Camera Captures Unbiased Evidence By Meghan Young | Published 2014-08-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-wearable-camera References: [panasonic](http://www.panasonic.com/business/psna/products-surveillance-monitoring/evidence-collection-systems/WCAM-KIT.aspx) While there are many wearable tech devices on the market geared towards everyday citizens, the Panasonic Wearable Camera is made with those who uphold the law in mind. Police officers already have their cruisers outfitted with cameras to record whatever happens in front of it, so it is only natural that they themselves should tote similar devices around. The Panasonic Wearable Camera is a comprehensive system that captures and stores tamper-proof audio and video evidence. As written on its webpage, "Engineered to excel in demanding environments, the camera provides 32 hours of video evidence and features an industry leading 180 degrees horizontal field of view." The Panasonic Wearable Camera is a serious piece of technology that ensures police officers gather unbiased evidence while out on duty. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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's Driving This Trend - **Police-grade Wearable Cameras:** Opportunity for manufacturers to develop advanced wearable cameras specifically designed for law enforcement, providing unbiased evidence gathering on-duty. - **Tamper-proof Audio and Video Evidence:** Opportunity for tech companies to create innovative systems that capture and store tamper-proof audio and video evidence for legal proceedings. - **Enhanced Field of View Technology:** Opportunity for companies to develop cameras with industry-leading horizontal field of view to provide comprehensive evidence gathering capabilities for law enforcement. ### Who This Affects Most - **Law Enforcement:** Potential for police departments to invest in wearable camera technology to improve evidence gathering and maintain transparency. - **Technology:** Opportunity for tech companies to target the law enforcement market with innovative tamper-proof audio and video evidence solutions. - **Surveillance:** Opportunity for surveillance industry to integrate wearable camera technology with existing systems to enhance video evidence capabilities for law enforcement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Advanced Body-Worn Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-bodyworn-camera.md) - [Camera-Equipped Exercise Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-urban-eyes-vest.md) - [Professional-Grade Robotic Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-video-camera.md) - [Handsfree Miniature Wearable Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-nano.md) - [720-Degree Dash Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panoramic-dash-cam.md) - [Light-Equipped Cyclist Dash Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-dash-cam.md) - [Bike-Mounted Cyclist Safety Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-camera.md) - [Rugged Field Professional Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ricoh-ricoh360-theta-a1.md) - [Attachable Eyewear Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatial-video-camera.md)