The action camera is an indispensable attribute of sports fans, extreme sportsmen, tourists and just active people. The device is installed on protective helmets, bicycles, cars, surfboards or clings to clothes and sports equipment. With this small, portable, reliable and easy-to-use gadget, there is a video recording of the most exciting and vivid moments in life. Our review of the 2017 action cameras will allow us to orient ourselves in a variety of models and choose a quality, affordable device.
7. Gmini MagicEye HDS5100
The state-of-the-art 2017 Gmini MagicEye HDS5100 with a wide range of functions and intuitive intuitive interface will record all the most exciting and vivid moments of your active life.
The action camera has extensive capabilities in the video shooting process - from 120 frames per second at 1280 × 720, at 60 frames per second at 1920 × 1080 and up to 30 frames per second for UHD 4K with a 170-degree viewing angle. Add here the photo mode with a 4-megapixel matrix, Allwinner V3 processor, OmniVision sensor, webcam mode and it becomes clear that the optimal cost of the 2017 Gmini MagicEye HDS5100 ( $ 70 ) is justified.
Remote control over video shooting is carried out on the Wi-Fi-module using a tablet computer or smartphone on iOS or Android. There are connectors - HDMI-out, USB, a slot for a memory card (64 GB).
The digital gadget comes with additional accessories: a waterproof case for underwater shooting, a set of necessary fixtures and adapters, belts, consumables, USB-cord, replaceable mains adapter, instruction.
The weaknesses of the model include the lack of an image stabilization system, a backlight and a viewfinder.
6. Garmin VIRB Ultra 30
On the question "What to choose an action camera in 2017?" The answer is unequivocal - a digital video camera of a new generation - Garmin VIRB Ultra 30 .
The novelty features three-axis electronic image stabilization, the presence of built-in sensors (gyroscope, altimeter, proximity sensor, compass, GPS antenna, ANT + sensor, voice control function), and the possibility of direct broadcasting to YouTube via Wi-Fi connection.
Recording of video tracks (240 frames / s - 1280 × 720, 120 frames / s - 1920 × 1080, 30 frames / with a resolution of 4K in H.264 format) is carried out through an intuitive and bright 1.75-inch LCD touch screen. A high-sensitivity audio microphone ensures a rich and clear sound. The photo image is limited to a 12-megapixel CMOS matrix, which allows you to take pictures in widescreen mode with a resolution of 4000 × 3000 pixels.
The kit includes a waterproof protective box, thanks to which the device can be used under water at a depth of 40 meters.
Minus minuses - there is no viewfinder and high cost of the device ( $ 620 ).
5. Olympus TG-Tracker
Replenished with the TOP-review of the best action cameras 2017 and a new Olympus TG-Tracker worth $ 420 . The model is made in a creative design, with a compact solid body and simple intuitive control.
Action-device has a wide-angle (204-degree) stabilized lens and a 3-inch touchscreen display. The device is equipped with Wi-Fi module, built-in LED illuminator, as well as many built-in sensors - accelerometer, compass, GPS, barometer, thermometer, self-timer.
The main functions - shooting video in UHD 4K format - 30 frames per second; in 1080p - 60 frames per second, at 720p - 240 frames per second. Fixed focus, 5-axis electronic stabilizer guarantee the production of high-quality 8-megapixel photos with a maximum resolution of 3840 × 2160 pixels and wide-format shooting mode.
Action camera has a sufficient level of protection against moisture and can work at a depth of 30 m and at temperatures up to -10 0 C.
Disadvantages of the Olympus TG-Tracker : there is no viewfinder, quite a lot of weight compared to similar devices.
4. SJCAM SJ360
The first Chinese action camera 2017, which allows you to produce video and photography at 360 0 .
The novelty has a spherical futuristic shape, a durable matte body and excellent build quality.
Simple control includes switching between shooting modes and turning the unit on. In addition to controlling the built-in keys on the LCD, you can select the mode of operation by using a Wi-Fi connection through the Android platform and IOS smartphones (preloading a special application).
Panoramic device is equipped with a Novatek processor and records video in a maximum quality of 720p, 1080p and a panoramic resolution of 2048x2048 pixels at 30 frames / second. Photo capabilities are characterized by a 12 Mp sensor, which gives detailed, clear pictures at the output.
The weak sides of the model include the lack of an electronic system of image stabilization, there is no viewfinder, the case does not have protection from dust and water. Buy a budget action packed in 2017 SJCAM SJ360 can be for $ 142 .
3. Polaroid Cube
When choosing an action camera 2017, features such as high quality video, original design, compactness, functionality, ease of use are taken into account. The company Polaroid embodied all these characteristics in one of its devices - action-camera Cube .
Support for Full HD 1080p with a resolution of 1920 × 1080, recording in H.264, a matrix CMOS with a widescreen (120 0 viewing angle) and night mode at 5 MP allows you to shoot high-quality videos and share it with your friends.
On the dustproof and shockproof case are a USB-connector, a slot for memory cards. This design allows you to immerse the device to a depth of 5 meters. Removable batteries can be quickly recharged for later use.
Disadvantages of the device: insufficient frame rate per second, lack of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules, there is no image stabilizer and LCD display. However, low cost ( $ 178 ) makes Polaroid Cube a widely available device for most buyers.
2. GoPro HERO5
Leading position in the rating of action cameras in 2017 is the flagship gadget of the professional line GoPro HERO5 . The purchase of such a device will cost you $ 390 .
The camera allows you to shoot video in UHD 4K format, with a maximum resolution of 3840 × 2160 pixels, and also to make rich, bright photos in RAW, WDR and continuous shooting mode. In Full HD 1080p the camera allows you to shoot video up to 120 frames / s, and in HD quality 720p - up to 240 frames / second
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi modules allow you to share your footage and connect additional accessories.The digital camera can be controlled remotely.
There is voice control, electronic stabilization, built-in automatic noise reduction, stereo audio recording (switching between 3 microphones located on the side panels), GPS-geolocation, support for memory cards.
Disadvantages of the model are the lack of a viewfinder, a soft and rather inconvenient touch screen.
1. Sony FDR-X3000
Sony FDR-X3000 - the flagship among similar devices from the world famous Japanese company. The model is considered to be the top in this stylish line among the novelties of the action cameras of 2017.
The device has a brand optical stabilizer, a Zeiss lens and allows you to make video recording with the resolution: 480p, 720p, 1080p, 2160p with recording formats - MP4, XAVC S, MPEG-4, AVC / H.264. And also supports wide-angle mode and night shooting. Direct video streaming on the Internet is allowed.
The BIONZ X processor produces high-quality 4K video with a bitrate of 100 megabits per second.The CMOS matrix at 8.20 MP will make good photographs with a widescreen image.
The remote control comes complete with a protective aqua-box, which allows immersion to a depth of about 60 meters.
Interface Sony FDR-X3000 - HDMI-out, USB, the input for the microphone, the connector for the memory card. Support for Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth allows you to connect the action camera to different devices.
The minuses of the model include the lack of an LCD display and a viewfinder. The cost of the model is about $ 526 .
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