It doesn't matter whether you are on a bike ride, skiing on a mountainside or doing gardening, the action camera will capture and save all the important and interesting moments of life.
There are so many action cameras out there, and it can be difficult to find the best option in terms of cost and capabilities. In addition, the products of famous European manufacturers can be too expensive, and it is not very good to overpay exclusively for the brand. And then the Celestial Empire comes to the rescue, which supplies many excellent and inexpensive Chinese action cameras... The 2016 rating will allow you to choose the model that fully meets your needs.
The cost in rubles was converted at the time of publication of the material.
5.H9 Ultra HD 4K Action Camera
Price - $ 40.99 (2653 rubles). 
The top 5 Chinese action cameras of 2016 are opened with a stylish and fully waterproof (up to 30 meters) model. Videos can be recorded in resolutions up to 4K (4096 x 2160 pixels). You can shoot time-lapse videos consisting of a series of photos at different intervals (from 2 to 60 seconds). A nice bonus: the package includes a huge number of accessories.
Disadvantages: Many users complain about crackling or squeaking when recording videos with WiFi on at the same time.
4. Elephone Explorer Pro 4K 12MP WiFi Action Camera
Price - $ 79.99 (5178 rubles).
The world's first voice-activated action camera. With built-in WiFi, you can connect your device to the free wireless control app in your phone or iPad, wireless control, and share wonderful moments anytime, anywhere. The wide angle of view (170 degrees) provides excellent visibility, allowing you to capture more realistic scenes. Videos can be shot in 4K resolution. The recording quality is amazing even in a dimly lit room. The waterproof housing has a double security system so that it is impossible to accidentally open the camera underwater.
Cons: As one of the reviews says, if you want to record audio, then it's better to shout.
3. Original SJCAM M20
Price - $ 91.99 (5955 rubles).
One of the best Chinese action cameras of 2016 can record videos in different resolutions. The maximum is 4K (using the so-called 2.5K interpolation method). It connects to a smartphone for remote functions. The viewing angle is adjustable from 70 to 166 degrees. Thanks to its diminutive size, the SJCAM M20 fits easily even in a ladies' reticule.
Additional options: there is support for an external remote control. Thanks to this, you can place the camera on the helmet and not be afraid to shift the desired angle, feeling for buttons.
2. Elephone Elecam 360 WiFi Action Camera Dual Lens
Price - $ 123.99 (RUB 8026).
Continuing the ranking of Chinese action cameras in 2016, the model with a recording resolution of 960P, equipped with two wide-angle lenses. They make it possible to shoot a 360-degree panorama. The proprietary Elephone Elecam 360 control application (in the App Store as well as in Google Play) allows you to directly send the captured video to WeChat or YouTube.
1.SJCAM SJ5000X 4K Sport Action Camera
Price - $ 110.99 (RUB 7185).
Best Action Camera 2016 from China in terms of value for money. The first of its "products" has acquired a two-inch LCD display with support for recording format 2K and 4K @ 24fps (interpolated). The angle of view of the lens can be adjusted. The camera also has a Gyro Anti-Shake sensor.
Not without drawbacks: in dim lighting, strong noise, the real video frame rate will not exceed 60fps. Everything is fine in bright light - 120fps, as stated by the manufacturer.
cameras may be good, but inconvenient. you need cylindrical ones, without v / F. it's not about the price! ... like: sj 72-75.f9 and, it was hd1001k ... a brick on the head is not needed for MOTO .. And charging when recording with 2 covers.