- Stock: In Stock
- Model: VIM-FISHCAM
You drop the lure and wait. Down there, fish are either inspecting it, ignoring it, or about to strike. This underwater fishing camera clamps a 5-inch live-view monitor to your rod, dropping a 220° fisheye lens into the strike zone. The 12 IR LEDs cut through murky lake water, and the 9-hour battery covers a full Saturday session.
Key Features & Honest Tradeoffs
- Watch the Strike Live - 220° fisheye lens streams to a 5-inch monitor. See fish approach the bait, ignore it, or take it. Real-time only, no recording.
- Clamps to Your Rod - Round-clamp Rod Bracket grips the rod handle, two grip screws tighten by hand. Reel and watch the screen at the same time.
- See Through Murky Water - 12 IR LEDs around the lens cut through lake silt and late-afternoon shade. Expect 1 to 2 metres of usable visibility in stirred or algae-heavy water.
- All-Day Battery - 8000 mAh runs 9 hours from a single USB charge. Bring a power bank for back-to-back days; no swappable cells.
- Two Shells, Switch in Seconds - Floater Cam Shell floats the camera watching your bait below; Fish Shell sinks to the bottom for scouting. Quick-release U-wire pops the camera between them with no tools.
- Live-View Only (No Recording) - Streams to the monitor; no SD card, no internal storage. Point your phone at the screen if you want to record the moment.
Real-World Scenarios
1. Saturday Lake Trip
Pack the kit in the carry bag, drive to the local lake. Clamp the monitor on your rod, drop the Floater Cam Shell with the camera looking down at your lure. The 220° lens shows everything around the bait, including the fish that weren't biting.
2. Kayak Fishing
At just 0.87 kg, the full kit fits easily in limited deck space. Lower the camera to check drop-offs or weed edges before you anchor up. You get instant visual feedback without mounting a permanent sounder or battery box.
How It Works
- Clamp - Round-clamp Rod Bracket grips your rod handle. Two grip screws tighten by hand. The monitor sits on top in your line of sight.
- Pick a Shell - Floater Cam Shell keeps the camera at the surface, lens pointing down at your bait. Fish Shell sinks to the bottom on the cable.
- Watch - Drop the camera. The 5-inch monitor shows the live view instantly. The 220° fisheye captures everything in front of and below the lens.
Technical Specifications
Camera and Lens
- Model: VIM-FISHCAM
- Camera Lens: 220° wide-angle fisheye
- Camera Resolution: 720p HD
- Camera Body: ABS plastic, 70 x 90 x 40 mm, 22 g
- Waterproofing: IP68 (full submersion to cable length)
- Lighting: 12 IR LEDs (white-light, adjustable intensity)
Cable
- Length: 30 metres
- Outer Jacket: 8 mm PU, cold-resistant
- Pull Strength: 30 kg rated
- Storage: Hand-wound spool
- Connection: AV (3.5 mm BNC)
Monitor and Power
- Monitor: 5-inch IPS LCD, 800 x 480 panel, 360° hinge tilt
- Monitor Dimensions: 140 x 100 x 25 mm
- Battery: 8000 mAh (9-hour runtime)
- Charging: USB 5V (1 to 2 A), AU adapter included
- Recording: Live-view only (no recording, no SD card)
- Menu Languages: English, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Thai
Packaging
- Dimensions: 190 x 80 x 240 mm
- Weight (gross): 0.87 kg
Packaging Contents
- 1 x Underwater Camera (Vimel-branded)
- 1 x Monitor Display (5-inch IPS LCD with fold-out sun visors)
- 1 x Cable Reel (30m hand-wound spool)
- 1 x Floater Cam Shell (surface bait-watch housing with foam-ball float)
- 1 x Fish Shell (drop-and-scout housing with stabilizer fins)
- 1 x Rod Bracket (round-clamp monitor mount, two grip screws)
- 1 x AU Adapter (240V Australian wall plug)
- 1 x USB Charger
- 1 x Protective Case (carry bag)
- 1 x Manual
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are underwater fishing cameras worth it?
Yes, for live-view scouting. You see what's down there before committing to a spot, including fish ignoring your lure. Replaces guesswork with visual proof when bites are slow and structure looks unfamiliar.
2. Can you use a GoPro as an underwater fishing camera?
No, not for live fishing use. A GoPro records to its own SD card with no surface monitor. This kit streams live video to a 5-inch screen through a 30m cable, so you watch in real time while you cast.
3. Will the camera scare the fish?
The IR LEDs are near-infrared, mostly outside what fish see clearly. Sudden illumination spooks cautious species briefly; most fish ignore the camera within a minute. Drop the housing in slowly to reduce splash.
4. Does this work in saltwater?
Yes. The camera is IP68 sealed and the cable handles fresh and saltwater. Rinse with fresh water after every saltwater session to prevent salt build-up on the lens and connector.
5. Do I need an app to use this?
No. The 5-inch monitor is built into the kit and runs without a phone or internet. Turn it on, drop the camera, and watch. No setup, no pairing, no subscription.
Legal Disclaimer
For recreational fishing use in Australia. A current state or territory fishing licence is required for most freshwater and saltwater fishing; check your local fisheries authority for licence rules and bag limits. The unit is not rated for SCUBA diving or general underwater inspection.
