Small, light, shock-resistant - these are the main advantages of modern action cameras that shoot high-quality video even in difficult conditions and with active movement. Exactly what fans of extreme sports need! Usually, these compact devices are attached to clothing or equipment, and the built-in image stabilizer allows you to get a clear image even when shaking, for example, on a bike track, while descending a mountain on skis or when performing tricks.
TOP-5 Helmet Cameras of 2022
An action camera is not a device that you can choose to focus solely on the appearance. Much more important are the characteristics of the video being shot, the capabilities of the lens, the operating modes, and so on.
1. Drift Ghost 4K
The new Drift camera model Ghost 4K embodies the result of many years of work of designers and designers of the company. Their task was to make the device light, strong and reliable while ensuring high-quality video recording. If you need a motorcycle DVR with high resolution and a capacious battery, this model meets all the requirements.
What is the difference between a good action camera and cheap analogs in the medium and budget price categories? This is not only the build quality and body material but also the main components. In particular, the matrix. It is worth paying tribute to the developers from Drift – they did not save on the sensor by installing the Sony IMX117CQT CMOS matrix on this device. Also pleasing is the quality of the optics installed in the built-in lens.
Pros:
Compact;
High-quality video recording.
Cons:
Heavy.
2. Drift Ghost XL IPX7
DriftXL formally refers to the initial level, but it gives real FullHD quality. Managing and viewing videos on your smartphone makes it easier to use the proprietary app. For this software called DriftLife, the developers want to say a special thank you.
The app can do everything you need for cool videos and streaming to any service. So, if you want to make bright lives from your trips, everything is at your service. They can be published directly from the program interface to the pages of social accounts.
Pros:
Battery Life;
Video resolution;
The functionality of the model.
Cons:
Some people have problems with streaming.
3. Eken H9R
The Eken H9R is a fantastically cheap, but powerful enough action camera from the Chinese manufacturer Eken, working under the motto "Keep moving forward". The first products of this brand appeared on the market back in 2006. Since then, the company has not tired of regularly updating its product range. Each Eken action camera of the ninth model is quite decent quality, striking cheapness, and performance in the GoPro format.
Let's say right away-in the advertising brochures we are talking about shooting in 4K. This statement is a simple trick. The camera shoots at a lower resolution, and then creates additional pixels, artificially obtaining the declared format.
Pros:
Compact;
Cheap;
Good video quality.
Cons:
Not a real 4K video.
4. MINI F9
We are pleased to present you one of the most popular action mini video cameras based on the Ambarella processor. Excellent HD video quality H. 264 1920x1080p 30 frames per second or 1280x720p 60 frames per second, all-metal waterproof shockproof housing made of lightweight aluminum alloy, 12 megapixels 1/4 inch CMOS matrix, and 120° wide-angle lens will allow you to use it as an auto or moto DVR, as well as to capture interesting moments without fear of damaging the equipment.
Pros:
Compact;
Full-HD;
120° wide-angle lens.
Cons:
Only 30 FPS (with Full-HD resolution).
5. Eken H9
An action camera with the ability to shoot video in 4K resolution, which costs only $60, is, of course, very cool. Provided that this is not some banal marketing ploy… Today we have just such a device in our review — Eken H9. Neither the box nor the camera itself mentions the company name, but the words "Action Camera" and "4K Ultra HD" are proudly displayed.
Pros:
Compact;
Price;
Decent video quality.
Cons:
Not a real 4K video.
