Action cameras can be attached to surfboards, drones and other moving objects (up to and including pets). They are small, sturdy, often waterproof, and easy to operate.
Since there are so many models on the market, we have selected the best ones for the top action cameras of 2017. It includes models that have been approved by experts from such reputable publications as Techradar, Lifewire and Tomsguide, and is on sale in Russian stores.
10.iSAW Edge
Cost - 9 930 rubles.
The specs for this camera look so good that it's hard to believe they're true. The manufacturer declared:
- Water resistant up to 40 meters.
- The presence of a Wi-Fi module.
- LCD display with live preview function.
- Fully compatible with GoPro mount camera body.
- Video shooting at 1080 resolution is up to 60 fps, and in 720 - up to 120 fps.
The disadvantages include a small screen and the fact that 4K video is shot at up to 10 fps. The model is well suited for shooting slowly moving objects. It can be said to be the best budget action camera of 2017.
9. GoPro HERO Session
Price - from 9 980 rubles.
One of the cheapest 8MP action cameras, it offers excellent 720p and 1080p picture quality, comparable to its more expensive cousins, but in a much smaller body. Waterproof (up to 10 meters), the device does not require a bulky GoPro protective case. This makes it a great choice for water sports such as surfing, snorkeling and rafting (although the camera is not suitable for deep dives). To change the frame rate, resolution and other settings, you need to launch the mobile application. There is also Wi-Fi.
The disadvantages of the device include the lack of an LCD display and 4K resolution.
8. GoPro Hero5 Session
You can buy for 20,865 rubles.
An improved, but also more expensive version of the 9th participant in the 2017 action cameras rating. Here are its main features:
- Capture 4K video at up to 30 fps. 1080dpi video can be shot at up to 90fps, 720 up to 120fps.
- Electronic image stabilization.
- Wi-Fi.
- Voice control.
- Water resistant up to 10 meters.
- The large Record button, located on top of the body, starts and stops recording, and the user does not have to worry about different modes, this is automatically handled by the application. Although there is a simple menu, for those who like to control everything.
But the manufacturer did not worry about the presence of a screen in the camera.
7. Garmin Virb XE
Can be purchased for 37,190 rubles.
The popular box-style model features excellent video quality and water resistance (up to 50 meters) without an additional casing. All this makes Virb XE one of the most powerful action cameras available today.
Among its advantages:
- availability of GPS, Wi-Fi and accelerometer;
- the presence of an LCD screen;
- 12 megapixel matrix;
- the ability to record in MPEG4;
- 1080p video can be shot at up to 60fps, 720 up to 120fps.
But with 4K resolution, the camera cannot shoot. In addition, it is rather bulky compared to other models.
6. Sony FDR-X3000R
Cost - from 37 250 rubles.
The FDR-X3000R's greatest strength is its advanced Balanced Optical SteadyShot (BOSS) image stabilization technology that works in all resolutions and recording modes.
- The device also withstands diving to a depth of 60 meters and comes with a Live-View remote control that allows you to control the camera from afar.
- With the FDR-X3000R, you can capture 8.3MP time-lapse videos and create time-lapse videos.
- There is an LCD screen.
- There are such useful options as GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC chip.
- 4K video is shot at 30 fps, 1080 up to 60 fps, 720 up to 120 fps.
You can refuse to buy this model, perhaps, because of its high price.
5.Xiaomi Yi 4k
Offered for 14,990 rubles.
It is one of the prettiest action cameras on the list. It features a 2.19-inch LCD touch screen for easy viewing and shooting.
The benefits of Yi 4k include:
- 12MP sensor.
- the ability to shoot at 4K resolution at 30 fps; 1080 - from 120 fps; and 720p at 240 fps.
- Built-in Bluetooth and 5GHz / 2.4GHz Wi-Fi support, so you can connect a remote control and wirelessly upload and edit your pictures.
However, the camera lacks moisture protection and the picture quality is worse compared to the Sony FDR-X3000R and GoPro Hero5 Session. However, the price is significantly lower.
4. VTech Kidizoom
In stores it costs 6 690 rubles.
The best action camera of 2017 for a young man who often does tricks on his skateboard or bike. This model is specially designed for children from four years old. The strengths of VTech Kidizoom are:
- durability, water and shock resistance;
- the presence of mounts for a bicycle and skateboard;
- Also included is a strap so that the camera can be attached to the child's hand;
- the presence of three built-in games;
- the maximum resolution is 640 × 480 pixels, the minimum is 320 × 240 pixels. Shooting in both modes is carried out at a speed of 30 fps.
Weakness: Not for adults.
3. Olympus TG-Tracker
Average price - 22,990 rubles.
In third place in our review of action cameras is a device with a futuristic design and a very wide lens (204 degrees). Here's what else the camera can boast of:
- GPS, compass, shock sensor, barometer and thermometer;
- the presence of two attachments in the kit: convex for normal shooting and flat for underwater shooting;
- water resistance up to immersion to a depth of 30 meters;
- shooting 4K (30 fps), 1080 (up to 60 fps), 720 (up to 240 fps);
- a battery that lasts for 3 hours without recharging;
- excellent stabilization in all modes;
- remote control via Wi-Fi.
But what it can't boast of is its lightness compared to other action cameras.
2. TomTom Bandit
The average cost is 15,000 rubles.
This 16MP LCD camera has a variety of built-in sensors, including GPS, an overload, acceleration and fall sensor, and connectivity to an external heart rate monitor. The data collected from the sensors is used for video editing, allowing you to select the most dynamic frames.
Videos can be recorded in 4K at 15fps, 1080 (up to 60fps) and 720 (up to 120fps).
The main disadvantages include the incomplete waterproofness of the camera. Although the housing is IPX8-rated, meaning it can withstand depths of up to 50 meters, the camera cover is IPX7-rated and only splash-resistant. For those wishing to shoot underwater, the best version of the lens cap is a must.
1. GoPro Hero5 Black
Possible to purchase for 27,009 rubles.
GoPro is the market leader in the camera market with the best action cameras of 2017. And the Hero5 is the best of the best, thanks to:
- excellent 12 MP matrix;
- voice control;
- availability of GPS;
- two screens, one of them is touch-sensitive;
- the ability to record video in 4K resolution at 30, 25 or 24fps, in 1080 resolution at up to 120fps and in 720 resolution at up to 240fps;
- recording capabilities in H.264 and MPEG4;
- digital stabilization;
- waterproof (up to 10 meters) without a protective casing.
Of the shortcomings, users note a meager bundle (charger, holder and 2 Velcro), and a somewhat overpriced.