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Action cameras are unlike any other kind of camera
They're designed to be attached to helmets, surfboards, cars and other objects, and they're small, tough and simple to operate, with a lens
that captures the world in high-definition video and in a wide-angle fish-eye perspective.Their small size and dramatic POV ('point of
view') footage has made them popular with extreme sports participants, who capture their adventures by attaching cameras to themselves or
They're also used by TV production companies where using a regular video camera would be impossible.GoPro is the market leader with its
iconic box-shaped Hero cameras, but action cams also come in a 'bullet' style, like the iON Air Pro
it.If you're helmet-mounting, then a bullet cam will probably be the best choice
For a chest mount a box design will be more stable
And when it comes to features, do you really need Wi-Fi, 4K, GPS or even a screen These all bump up the price, and while they are invaluable
in some situations, you can still get great footage without them.1
GoPro Hero6 BlackThe best in the business just gets betterWeight: 118g | Waterproof: 10m | 4K video: Up to 60fps | 1080: up to 240fps | 720:
it may appear to be a minor update from the Hero5 Black on the outside, a lot's changed on the inside
The Hero6 Black gets a new GP1 processing engine, allowing you to record super high-quality 4K footage at 60fps
Other highlights include an improved image stabilization system, while the Hero6 Black offers a wider dynamic range and better low-light
performance than the Hero5 Black
Waterproof down to 10m, the Hero6 Black has a useful 2-inch touchscreen, voice commands and an updated app with QuikStories that
automatically transfers and edits your footage for you
GoPro Hero5 BlackIf you don't need the latest and greatest, this is still a good buyWeight: 118g | Waterproof: 10m | 4K video: up to 30fps |
Shooting 4K footage up to 30fps, video footage is incredibly smooth, while the ability to shoot stills in raw format brings even more
Waterproof down to 10m without the need for a protective case, it's also simple to use, while the addition of a rear touchscreen, voice
control and GPS make it one of the most feature-packed cams currently available.Read our in-depthGoPro Hero5 Black review3
TomTom BanditShake-to-edit features could tempt users away from GoPro Weight: 190g | Waterproof: Splashproof, with lens swap | 4K video:
15fps | 1080: up to 60fps | 720: up to 120fps | Stills resolution: 16MP | Battery life: 3hrsClever editing featuresEasy to mount and
positionHeavy compared with competitorsRequires a lens swap to water proofBullet shape cams might have fallen out of fashion recently thanks
to GoPro and its box-shaped cameras, but the TomTom Bandit bucks the trend
In fact, the Bandit packs features that other manufacturers will need to follow if they're to keep up with this newcomer
Taking years of GPS experience, TomTom has built in a series of sensors that not only record location but speed and G-force too, so that
when these sensors pick up that something exciting has happened they automatically tag the footage
Back in the pub and with the app open and connected, a quick shake of your phone and the app will automatically edit your footage ready for
It really couldn't be easier.Read the full review: TomTom Bandit4
Olympus TG-TrackerThe next generation of sensor enabled action cameras has arrived Weight: 180g | Waterproof: 30m | 4K video: 30fps | 1080:
up to 60fps | 720: up to 240fps | Stills resolution: 7.2MP | Battery life: 3hrsPacked with SensorsEasy to useHeavy compared with
competitorsNo in app auto editingThe TG-Tracker's futuristic design is hard to miss with an ultra wide 204 degree lens fronting a 1/2.3-inch
Headline video resolutions include 4k at 30fps, 1080p at 60fps and an impressive 240fps at 720p for slow motion capture
This is an action camera ready for anything and even features a small LED video light built in
Sensors are the big news for the Tracker with GPS, compass, acceleration sensors plus a barometer and thermometer all capturing data from
The intel from these can all be displayed when viewing back the footage or in the video edit so you can show just how extreme you are
What's more, it's waterproof to 30m, features built in stabilization and can withstand temperatures down to -10C.Read the full
review:Olympus TG-Tracker5
YI 4K Action CameraA 4K action camera at a cheap priceWeight: 94g | Waterproof: N/A (optional case available) | 4K video: 30fps | 1080: up
to 120fps | 720: up to 240fps | Stills resolution: 12MP | Battery life: Up to 2hrsDetailed 4K footageBigger touchscreen than a GoProNo voice
activated controlsToo easy to switch on and offHow often do you take an action cam underwater Most people never will, so in some regard the
value addition to any adventurer's kit bag.Read the full review:YI 4K Action Camera6
Sony FDR-X3000RAction camera with a remote live view displayWeight: 114g | Waterproof: 60m (case included) | 4K video: 30fps | 1080: up to
60fps | 720: up to 120fps | Stills resolution: 8.2MP | Battery life: 1-2hrsImage stabilizationRemote monitoringExpensiveLive View
diminutive FDR-X3000R's biggest claim is Balanced Optical SteadyShot (B.O.SS) image stabilization, which works across all resolutions and
smartwatch-sized contraption that allows the FDR-X3000R to be operated from afar, and its images previewed in real time.Read the full
Garmin Virb XECapture your action, speed and location at the same time Weight: 152g | Waterproof: 50m | 4K video: No | 1080: up to 60fps |
720: up to 120fps | Stills resolution: 12Mp | Battery life: 2hrsGPS and other motion sensorsWaterproof without additional caseBulky compared
to competitorsLess suitable for vehicle mountingThe original Garmin Virb introduced motion sensors and GPS tracking to action cameras,
adding an extra element to capturing the action, like the TomTom Bandit
Building on the solid foundation of the original Virb, Garmin has revisited the design, losing the bullet shape and remodeling the camera
around the popular 'box' style
This new shape makes chest mounting far easier and, as with the original, the build quality is excellent
The XE offers increased video quality, it's waterproof without an additional case, features Wi-Fi along with compatible app and software,
this all makes the Virb XE one of the best action cameras at present.Read the full review:Garmin Virb XE8
GoPro Hero5 SessionBack-to-basics box-shape action camera Weight: 74g | Waterproof: 10m | 4K video: 30/25/24fps | 1080: up to 90fps | 720:
up to 120fps | Stills resolution: 10MP | Battery life: 1.5-2hrs estCompact designSimple one button controlApp required to adjust settingsNo
screenThe Hero5 Session follows on from the Hero4 Session, stripping back the action camera concept to its basics, but sharing many of the
same specs as the Hero5 Black
That includes 4K video capture up to 30fps, image stabilisation, voice control and is waterproof down to 10m
by the app (though it does have a simple menu system if you wish)
Back to basics, but still captures the quality of video that you'd expect from GoPro.Read the full review: GoPro Hero5 Session9
SJCAM SJ7 StarYet another 4K action camera to rattle GoProWeight: 58g | Waterproof: 30m (case included) | 4K video: 30fps | 1080: up to
120fps | 720: up to 120fps | Stills resolution: 12MP | Battery life: 1-2hrsSlick 4K footage at 30fpsRear touchscreenNo image stabilization
at 4KBarrel distortion blights stillsThe SJCAM SJ7 delivers some good-looking footage, especially when shooting in 4K
However, this budget GoPro Hero5 rival doesn't boast the sort of professional features offered by the biggest name in the action camera
game, such as voice activation, GPS and the ability to make quick and easy video clips via a smartphone app
If you want a action camera that delivers strong footage at a fraction of the price though, then the SJCAM SJ7 Star is worth a look.Read our
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