Inexpensive action cameras are lightweight and compact to fit in any pocket. Sometimes these models do not have a viewfinder, then you need to practice to get what you need in the frame. The monitor greatly simplifies the user’s life, it helps to choose the optimal shooting angle, to view the footage. But keep in mind that the screen increases the size of the gadget and uses up the battery power. We offer you to get acquainted in more detail with different models that have proven to be the best quality of shooting at a low price.
IEGEEK V316
- Lens: F2.0, angle of view: 170 °
- Video resolution: 4K (3840×2160) – 30, 60 fps, 2.7K (2704×1524) – 30 fps, 1080 P (1920×1080) – 30, 60 fps, 720 P (1280×720) – 30, 60, 120 to / s.
- Photo Resolution: 8/13/16/24 MP
- Battery: 900 mAh, 60 minutes recording.
- Display: IPS, 2.0 “
- Dimensions (H x W x D), Weight: 60.5 x 44 x 31.5 mm, 120 g.
IeGeeK specializes in observation systems. But V316 is one interesting action camera under this brand. It has the ability to shoot a decent video at a modest price tag. The picture resolution is overstated. There is no real 4K here, it is created programmatically through interpolation. But visually, the image looks good, without a strong “soap”. The battery also does not shine with the best capacity, but it charges quickly – it takes about 90 minutes. Control is available through the application and from the remote control, which is made in the form of a bracelet and is very convenient.
Pros
- Convenient remote control
- App control
- Waterproof box included
Cons
- Image interpolation in 4K and 2.7K
- Weak battery
EKEN H9R / H9
- Lens: F2.4, angle of view: 170 °
- Video resolution: 4K (3840×2160) – 25 fps, 2.7K (2704×1524) – 30 fps, 1080 P (1920×1080) – 30, 60 fps, 720 P (1280×720) – 120 fps.
- Photo Resolution: 4/5/8/12 MP
- Battery: 1050 mAh, 60 – 90 minutes recording
- Display: LCD, 2.0 “
- Dimensions (H x W x D), Weight: 59.3 x 41.1 x 24.6 mm, 64g
The compact action camera with several color options captures a very decent video. Externally, the gadget is not much different from the GoPro in a minimalistic design. Navigation buttons, microUSB port, microHDMI output and memory card slot are in convenient places and are excellently executed. The package bundle can be very different – they offer as many as 8 packages on AliExpress. There are several shooting modes – from Full HD to almost 4K, which has nothing to do with real 4K – low-resolution video is simply “stretched” due to additional pixels. The frame rate is also overstated – in reality there is only 30 fps. Such a marketing ploy.Tthe picture quality is better in good lighting. This is confirmed by customer reviews.
Pros
- Loyal price tag
- Wide range of accessories
- Remote control (H9R only)
- Easy to set up
- GoPro format
Cons
- No claimed 4K and 2.7K video
- Frequency 60 and 120 fps is achieved by duplicating frames
- Poor video quality in low light
- Low battery capacity
VANTOP Moment 3
- Lens: F2.4, angle of view: 170 °
- Video resolution: 4K (3840×2160) – 30 fps, 2.7K (2688×1520) – 30 fps, 1080 P (1920×1080) – 30, 60 fps, 720 P (1280×720) – 30, 60, 120 fps from.
- Photo Resolution: 4/5/8/12 MP
- Battery: 1050 mAh (+1 spare), 60 – 120 minutes of recording
- Display: IPS, 2.3 “
- Dimensions (H x W x D), Weight: 61.9 x 41.9 x 15.4 mm, 120 g
Good video quality from a super budget camera. The set includes a box for underwater shooting and a set of accessories, including a storage case. The device is suitable for capturing tile-ups and as a video recorder. Stub, of course, isn’t here. There are still few reviews on the action cameras of this brand on the Internet, but reviews on Aliexpress suggest that they work no worse than their more popular counterparts. The seller often has discounts, and if you monitor the price, you can buy a camera even cheaper.
Pros
- Video quality like average
- Control from phone and remote control
- Rich equipment
- Compact dimensions
- Fast shipping
Cons
- No stabilization
SJCAM SJ-4000
- Lens: F2.8, angle of view: 170 °
- Video resolution: 1080 P (1920×1080) – 30 fps, 720 P (1280×720) – 30, 60 fps, WVGA (848×480) – 30, 60 fps, VGA (640×480) – 30, 60 fps …
- Photo Resolution: 2/5/8/10/12 MP
- Battery: 900 mAh, up to 90 minutes of recording
- Display: LCD, 2.0 “
- Dimensions (H x W x D), Weight: 59 x 41 x 29.8 mm, 58 g
One of the best-selling action cameras, and not only on Aliexpress. In terms of price / quality ratio, it is the best in its price category. Nice design, excellent assembly, even packaging. It is not for nothing that it is considered as an alternative to the legendary GoPro. No other model gets so many positive reviews. The delivery set is rich, designed for all possible action-cases. The technical side is not inferior. But the microphone is not very sensitive. This drawback is often mentioned in reviews. The display is small, but readable. The device can work as a video recorder, supports time-lapse photography. Another plus is compatibility with Gopro camera accessories.
Pros
- Compact dimensions
- Low price
- Suitable accessories from Gopro
- Motion Sensor
- Rich equipment
Cons
- No autofocus
- Few settings
- Low microphone sensitivity
- Poor photo quality
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