New action cameras 2021: what are the best Chinese Sony cameras - Setafi

1 YI 4K Action Camera

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

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

The recently released model from YI quickly won the love of users and took first place in the ranking of action cameras in 2021. The device differs in its power, which is provided by the Ambarella A9SE75 processor. Due to its high performance, it was introduced into the new GoPro. However, in YI 4K Action Camera, it appeared much earlier. The device conducts continuous shooting in 4k resolution for two hours. The standard kit consists of the camera itself and a USB cable for charging. Some users are upset by the lack of additional accessories in the kit. The device is controlled using a touch screen. Display diagonal 2.19 inches. Its resolution is 640 by 360 pixels. The 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, straps, 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 a photo in 4000 by 3000 pixels, video with a resolution of 2160 by 2880, lens matrix 16 MP, weight 84 grams.

The image is stabilized during shooting, LCD touch screen, 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 she takes second place in the top action cameras of 2021. As for 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, which shooting mode is used. The second touch is used to search and view videos / photos. All control is done using three buttons. There is a tripod hole on 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 use. Of the additional, there are two stabilization modes.

Pros:

• Additional accessories included
• Touchscreen
• Supports WiFi
• Simple control
• Low price

Minuses:

• Poor shooting at night
• Sometimes there is noise when recording

The price is 6,500 rubles.

3 Akaso Brave 7

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

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

Brave 7 was relatively recently implemented by Akaso and has already managed to win users over with its features. First, it's a 20-megapixel lens from Sony. This sensor takes clear and rich pictures. And the video shoots in 4k resolution at 30 frames per second. An external microphone can be connected to the model for better audio recording. The device supports the 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. The first is used to configure, adjust, view 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 up to 1 meter. The viewing angle is 170 degrees without additional sensors. The 1350 mAh battery is enough 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. She has truncated characteristics and a price of 9,500 rubles.

Pros:

• Additional accessories included
• Has a smartphone app
• Two displays
• Build quality
• Shooting quality

Minuses:

• No crack

Price - 11,000 rubles.

4 EZVIZ S5 Plus

Specifications: 12 megapixel sensor provides shooting in UHD 4K resolution, weighs 100 grams.

There is photo stabilization and HDMI port, LCD screen.

Closes the rating of EZVIZ S5 Plus. This classic action camera has a standard rectangular design with rounded edges. In terms of dimensions, 5.8 in length by 2.5 cm in width and 4.5 cm in height. The weight is 100 grams. Colors available are black, yellow, blue, orange and grey. The main difference between the device is the build quality - all parts are securely and firmly connected, nothing dangles or falls off, there are no backlashes. For more convenient control, the manufacturer has created the EZVIZ Sports app for smartphones. It is worth noting a 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. Touch and swipe to select the appropriate shooting mode. There is a slot for a memory card up to 256 GB. Viewing angle 150 degrees.

Pros:

• Photo and video quality
• Slow motion mode
• Reliability
• High quality build as well as materials

Minuses:

• No crack
• No case included
• Overcharge
• No power supply for charging

Price - 20,000 rubles.