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In the 1980s, F1 fans were introduced to the onboard camera in Formula One. A camera that allowed fans to ride along with the driver for the first time. Thus, every F1 fan has the amazing footage of Ayrton Senna racing through the streets of Monaco on their mind. The camera angles on the car are becoming more and more sophisticated and also with safety in mind, the onboard camera plays an important role in Formula 1 these days.
The Suzuka circuit in Japan is highly regarded as one of the most beautiful races on the F1 calendar. Steve Smith, in charge of F1’s onboard camera footage, provides unique helmet camera footage during Grand Prix. Smith has been involved in creating the onboard camera since the 1990s and continues to work passionately to provide more spectacular footage in the future. The new gyroscope camera, mounted on Lewis Hamilton’s car, was introduced in collaboration with MotoGP and provides a unique perspective of diving into corners. Last year, the camera was tested at the Dutch Grand Prix and has since been improved for optimal performance. The technology in the camera wing not only allows the broadcast of images on TV but also collects information on flag situations directly to the driver’s cockpit.
Source: RacingNews 365
