New action cameras 2021: which Chinese Sony cameras are the best

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1 YI 4K Action Camera
2 SJCAM SJ6 Legend
3 Akaso Brave 7
4 EZVIZ S5 Plus

1 YI 4K Action Camera

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Characteristics: takes photos in 4000 by 3000 pixels, video in UHD 4K, 12 megapixels, weight 95 grams.

There is stabilization, a touch screen, manual and automatic exposure setting.

The recently released model from YI quickly won the love of users and took first place in the ranking of action cameras of 2021. The device is distinguished by its power, which is provided by the Ambarella A9SE75 processor. Due to its high performance indicators, it was introduced into new GoPro products. However, it appeared in YI 4K Action Camera much earlier. The device shoots continuously in 4k resolution for two hours. The standard kit consists of the camera itself and a USB charging cable. Some users are upset by the lack of additional accessories included. The device is controlled using a touch screen. Display diagonal 2.19 inches. Its resolution is 640 by 360 pixels. Exposure is adjusted automatically or manually. There is a timer. You can change the shooting mode. As mentioned above, there are no additional accessories included. A marketing ploy, apparently. Therefore, mounts, belts, monopods and the rest will have to be purchased separately.

Pros:

Records video in 4k
There is stabilization
Touch screen with acceptable resolution
Takes photos at a resolution of 4000 by 3000 pixels
The battery lasts for 2 hours of shooting in UHD 4K

Minuses:

Overcharge

Price – 13,000 rubles.

2 SJCAM SJ6 Legend

Characteristics: takes photos of 4000 by 3000 pixels, video resolution of 2160 by 2880, 16 megapixel lens matrix, weight 84 grams.

The image is stabilized during shooting, the LCD touch screen, the exposure is adjusted manually and automatically.

An unremarkable model of action cameras from SJCAM is distinguished by the presence of two displays, as well as its quality. It is precisely because of the latter that it takes second place in the top action cameras of 2021. Regarding the displays, there are two of them on the case - black and white and color. The first is necessary to display basic information - charge, free memory, what shooting mode is used. The second touch is used to search and view videos/photos. All control occurs using three buttons. There is a hole for a tripod at the bottom of the camera. There is no built-in memory, but there is an expansion slot. You can insert a memory card (microSD type) up to 128 GB into it. Takes high-quality photos and videos in 4k resolution at 24 frames per second. When shooting in HD and FHD resolution, the frame rate will increase. The 1050 mAh battery provides two hours of continuous operation. There are two additional stabilization modes.

Pros:

Additional accessories included
Touchscreen
Wi-Fi enabled
Simple controls
Low price

Minuses:

Doesn't work well at night
Sometimes there is noise when recording

Price – 6,500 rubles.

3 Akaso Brave 7

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Specifications: UHD video 30 FPS, 20 MP lens matrix, weight 0.7 kg

There is an NFC model, photo stabilization, and an additional screen. Touch screen, supports memory cards and Wi-Fi.

Brave 7 was released relatively recently by Akaso and has already managed to win over users with its characteristics. First, it's a 20-megapixel lens from Sony. This sensor takes clear and rich pictures. And it shoots video in 4k resolution at 30 frames per second. You can connect an external microphone to the model for better audio recording. The device supports voice control function. There is image stabilization. There are two displays here - the main one is 2 inches and the additional one is 1.2 inches. The first one is used for setting up, adjusting, and viewing media. The second is located next to the lens and is used for selfies/video recording. The device is protected from moisture and dust according to the IPX8 standard - long-term immersion to a depth of 1 meter. The viewing angle is 170 degrees without additional sensors. The 1350 mAh battery lasts for approximately two hours of continuous video recording in UHD 4K resolution.

For those who find the price of 11,000 rubles too high, there is the Brave 7 LE model. It has reduced characteristics and a price of 9,500 rubles.

Pros:

Additional accessories included
There is an application for smartphone
Two displays
Build quality
Shooting quality

Minuses:

No localization

Price – 11,000 rubles.

4 EZVIZ S5 Plus

Characteristics: 12 Megapixel sensor provides shooting in UHD 4K resolution, weighs 100 grams.

There is photo stabilization and an HDMI port, an LCD screen.

The EZVIZ S5 Plus closes the rating. This classic action camera has a standard design - a rectangle with rounded edges. In terms of dimensions, 5.8 in length by 2.5 cm in width and 4.5 cm in height. Weight is 100 grams. Available colors are black, yellow, blue, orange and grey.The main difference between the device is the build quality - all parts are securely and tightly connected, nothing hangs loose or falls off, there are no backlashes. For more convenient control, the manufacturer has created the EZVIZ Sports application for smartphones. It is worth noting its good design, the absence of unnecessary information such as advertising and social feeds. Controlling the device without an application is possible thanks to the touch screen. Tap and swipe to select the appropriate shooting mode. There is a slot for a memory card with a capacity of up to 256 GB. Viewing angle 150 degrees.

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