# Boat-Mounted Action Cams The 'Wave Catcher' Action Cam Automatically Focuses on the User By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-01-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-catcher References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/01/13/this-boat-mounted-action-camera-focuses-on-the-surfer-while-theyre-busy-focusing-on-the-waves/) The 'Wave Catcher' action cam is an aquatic photography solution for avid boaters to use when looking for a way to capture their time spent riding the waves. Designed by Dylan Fealtman, the camera system works by being mounted to the Bimini portion on a speed boat, on the stern platform or even suctioned onto the side of the vessel. The unit will work with the accompanying wrist wearable to track the subject as they waterski, swim or snorkel around the boat to capture premium footage. The conceptual 'Wave Catcher' action cam boasts [in-body stabilization](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/action-5-pro) that will continuously keep the user in frame and work far more efficiently than other alternatives like [photography drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-aqua-drone). The camera addresses the increasing popularity of adventure sports and the need amongst consumers for a streamlined way to capture the action. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 9% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Aquatic Photography:** Developing advanced camera systems for capturing underwater activities presents disruptive innovation opportunities for action cam manufacturers. - **In-body Stabilization:** Incorporating efficient in-body stabilization technology into action cameras can revolutionize the way users capture dynamic motion in extreme sports. - **Adventure Sports:** Meeting the demand for streamlined action cameras that cater to the increasing popularity of adventure sports can lead to disruptive innovation in the photography industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Action Cam Manufacturing:** Action cam manufacturers can explore the potential of developing specialized camera systems for aquatic photography, catering to boaters and water sports enthusiasts. - **Drone Technology:** Incorporating efficient in-body stabilization technology into drone cameras can open up disruptive innovation opportunities for the drone industry in capturing dynamic motion from unique perspectives. - **Extreme Sports Gear:** Collaboration between action camera manufacturers and extreme sports gear companies can result in innovative products that meet the needs of adventure sports enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Lens Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siren-x1.md) - [Low-Light Marine-Grade HD Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hd-camera-system.md) - [Wide-Angle Lens Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-mi-action-360.md) - [High-End Imaging Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qoocam-3.md) - [Blockish Multipurpose Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-lumia-action-cam.md) - [Bike-Mounted Cyclist Safety Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-camera.md) - [Branded Technology Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icam-pro-concept.md) - [Magnetic Accessory Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-action-4.md) - [Advanced AI-Enabled Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-ace-pro-2.md)