Action cameras are extremely different from regular cameras. They are small and robust 'things' that we attach to various objects, such as helmets, surfboards, cars, bicycles, and use them to capture footage in the first person. The kind that raise the adrenaline level of the spectators. Since summer is coming and with it the season in which we will all be a little more active, it is right to take a look at what's new in the action camera segment, where the market leader GoPro is getting more and more really good competition year after year.
How do I choose an action camera?
Action cameras are popularized by extreme athletes, who impressed the viewers with groundbreaking footage and allowed them to experience extreme adventures in the first person. GoPro has always been the first in this field and the one that has always offered the most customization options for attaching cameras with different modules. But today, GoPro it is far from the only brand, and that is also why you should ask yourself about the real purpose of using this type of camera before buying it. Only in this way will you choose the right set for your needs. Exactly every one of featured cameras is strong in one or more areas. If you will use the camera mostly attached to the helmet, then choose an elongated one. If you are going to wear it on your chest, a boxy shape might be more suitable. You need Wi-Fi, GPS or 4K resolution? At the same time, think about whether you need a screen or whether a simple display will suffice, as this has a huge impact on the price of the camera. We wish you a smart choice!
1. GoPro Hero5 Black
Your voice is her command. Such as Garmin is also GoPro your latest sports camera GoPro Hero5 Black equipped with technology that enables voice control in as many as seven languages. The command "GoPro start video" will be enough to start recording, and "GoPro take a photo" to record, otherwise one press of the button is enough. The new GoPro Hero5 Black has a 2-inch touchscreen and a waterproof housing that protects its innards up to a depth of 10 meters. It is also a novelty GPS navigation system. GoPro is facing increasingly fierce competition, which is a good thing, because this forces it to make even better products, which until now have been known mainly for durability, shock resistance and high quality footage.
Weight: 118 g | Waterproof: 10 m | 4K-Video: 30/25/24 frames per second | 1080: up to 120 fps | 720: up to 240 fps | Resolution: 12 MP | Battery life: 1-3 hours | GPS: Yes
More information:gopro.com
2. TomTom Bandit
Virtually every action camera on the market is already capable of capturing quality footage. What is important is what happens to them after that. Action camera TomTom Bandit aims to make it super easy to create videos of your adventures (even with the shake, i.e. shakes, which enables simple assembly). Using GPS and other sensors, it monitors your speed, altitude and acceleration to automatically select the most exciting moments. The camera captures images with a resolution of 1080p/30f and has a built-in battery with a capacity of 1900 mAh, which is enough for 3 hours of autonomy. The content is stored on the memory card microSD any size.
Weight: 190 g | Waterproof: against splashes of water, with replaceable lens | 4K-Video: 15 frames per second | 1080: up to 60 fps | 720: up to 120 fps | Resolution: 16 MP | Battery life: 3 hours
More information:tomtom.com
3. Olympus TG-Tracker
This camera is made for the wildest adventures. Record with 4K resolution and boasts an 8-megapixel image sensor. Great, but nothing earth-shattering, we hear you. Be patient. With the camera you can also dive with peace of mind 30 meters without additional casing. It also has a built-in pressure gauge, thermometer, barometer, always-handy compass and GPS, which records the exact location of the recording. It has a built-in light with a power of 60 lumens, a rotating 1.5-inch screen. It is extremely durable and you can work with it like a pig with a bellows, and it will not be disturbed even if it falls on it A 100-pound object.
Weight: 180 g | Water resistant: 30 m | 4K-Video: 30 fps | 1080: up to 60 fps | 720: up to 240 fps | Resolution: 7.2MP | Battery life: 3 hours
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4. Olfi one.five
It is very difficult to find an action camera for a fraction of a euro that offers users as much as camera Olfi one.five. Despite the fact that it costs half as much as a camera GoPro, has most of its features. It has a GPS hidden in its case, you can activate it with voice control, it uses a bunch of sensors and it is connected to other devices. Its big advantage is its weight, as it weighs only 55 g and can still capture 4K videos. A minor shortcoming can be attributed to the battery, which in ideal conditions will only be a good watch. So if you're looking for a compromise between price and quality and you don't want to go bankrupt, Olfi one.five will be the right choice that you won't be able to complain about.
Weight: 55 g (110 g for the case) | Water resistant: 30 m | 4K-Video: 24 frames per second | 1080: up to 60 fps | 720: up to 120 fps | Resolution: 16 MP | Battery life: 1-2 hours
olfi.co.uk
5. Garmin Virb Ultra 30
Garmin is mainly known for navigation devices, but in recent years it has also established itself in the field of sports watches and bracelets, but many people have overlooked that it also offers sports cameras. Allows you to capture video in resolution 4K and 12 megapixel photos. For the sake of external sensors and technology GPS it is capable of recording distance, speed, acceleration due to gravity, heart rate and altitude, and at the same time it can do 30 shots per second (at 4K). Engineers have also dedicated it to a top-quality microphone and voice recognition system. It also has a large 1.75-inch LCD touch screen and a three-axis image stabilizer.
Weight: 152 g | Water resistant: 50 m | 4K-Video: No | 1080: up to 60 fps | 720: up to 120 fps | Resolution: 12 MP | Battery life: 2 hours
buy.garmin.com
6. Veho Muvi K-Series K2 NPNG
Not many people are familiar with the British brand I know and its line of action cameras Flies, but it is one of the more competitive products on the market. With the camera in the set, you get a lot of accessories for mounting the camera in different ways and thus using it in different situations. The boxy design is made of materials that will withstand even rough handling of the camera. The water protection, which can withstand dive depths of up to 100 m, should be highlighted. More than any other camera, this is ideal for those who like to dive really deep. The battery, which lasts up to 4 hours, should also be commended. We blame the lack of 4K video recording.
Weight: 84 g | Waterproof: 100 m | 4K-Video: No | 1080: up to 60 fps | 720: up to 120 fps | Resolution: 16 MP | Battery availability: up to 4 hours
veho-muvi.com
7. Sony FDR-X1000V
Sony is the brand with by far the most experience in capturing quality videos and therefore a model X1000V stands out and of course offers quality video capture 4K and 1080p at 120 frames per second per second. This means that the camera can capture amazing shots taken with the technique slow motion videos. This camera is practically the best in this. While all other manufacturers have adapted GoPro with different mounts, Sony insists on its solutions, but the market already offers an adapter with which you can mount the camera on GoPro accessories. You can also buy the camera in a package with most different mounts for a good price. Of particular note is the special camera controller that you wear on your wrist and gives you excellent control over your recording.
Weight: 114 g | Waterproof: 10 m, with waterproof case | 4K-Video: 30/25/24 frames per second | 1080: up to 120 fps | 720: up to 240 fps | Resolution: 8.8MP | Battery availability: NP
sony.com
