How to choose a good Action Camera?

Suppose you want to record an action without being distracted from the process of action that is when you need an action camera.  An action camera can be stuck anywhere for recording and can be used to record while biking, swimming, cycling etc. Here we have prepared a list of details to look into while using the best Action Camera. The following six features are what you should be looking for in an action camera:

 

Build quality

Almost all action cameras are made of poly carbonate bodies to be durable and protective against wear and tear. For purposes of underwater shooting, it is required to get an underwater housing. Select a camera with settings made to suit your hobbies.

 

Connectivity features

Most of the action cameras come with WiFi connectivity but with different WiFi speeds. You can connect the camera to your smartphone through an app and transfer or preview files. It is better to choose an action camera with high WiFi speed to get faster transfers and previews.

 

Accessories

Some actions would require you to use accessories along with your action camera for shooting. While some action cameras come with accessories, you will have to buy accessories separately for the others. Sicky mounts and action mounts are sufficient for the starters, while a biker would need a handlebar mount or a helmet mount and a mountain trekker would go for a chest or arm mount. There are plenty of accessories that can be used with action cameras and should be looked for while purchasing the camera.

 

Video Quality

Here comes the most crucial aspect for most of the camera buyers. A resolution of 1080p is perfect for casual and standard purposes of sharing the video on you-tube, Facebook or other social media platforms. Still, professional users should consider models with a higher resolution of 4K. Another critical feature that supports video quality is the frame rate. The record rates of 30 fps are suitable for most of the purposes, but if you are looking to capture swift moments, then it is better to choose cameras with recording rates of 120 or 240 fps, to render slow-motion videos.

 

Size and Shape

Depending on the need of users action cameras come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and weights. For chest mounts, the bulkier ones are preferred and for uses of the helmet and handle mounts the bullet-shaped lighter cameras are perfect additions. Cameras also come with varieties of narrow, medium and wide field of views (FOVs). It is better to buy a camera that offers all three options so that you can experiment with it and use the best feature for different requirements.

 

Battery Life

Batteries of most action cameras run for nearly three hours before they runoff. You should pick a camera with a battery life that serves your needs. Sometimes the cameras with larger battery life lack in other essential features and are usually expensive, and the cameras with high resolution drain the battery faster. It is recommended to choose one according to your need and always carry a power bank along.

 

 

The cameras come in various price ranges and with multiple features. It will help the user to compare the given features and choose a camera according to the needs of the user.