What to consider when choosing an action camera

Canon is the first manufacturer to decide to release baby Ci-10. Of course, if you compare it with modern models, it is difficult to call it compact. But at that time it was the only device that made it possible to get unique shots in the air.

Now the variety of cameras is huge: from budget models to professional ones. We will understand the main characteristics: only those parameters that are really important are described below and will help you determine the model.

Video Quality

Despite the compactness of action cameras, they impose quite significant quality requirements: the video must be clear and with a large viewing angle. Models can be Full HD and higher.

Most low-end devices have a resolution of 1280 * 720-a detailed picture is unlikely to work, such models rather serve as action-video recorders. Here you can highlight its advantages: video with low quality will take up much less space.

Full HD resolution-masthead for all devices. Ideal for lovers and beginners. There are more powerful designs with Ultra HD resolution, but they are suitable only for professionals.

Matrix metric is important, but not literally. It is necessary to take into account, focusing on the physical size. Standard-1/2.3 inches. A large resolution of a small matrix may give a more detailed picture, but the light transmission may be terrible.

If you plan to shoot more often in low light conditions, then you need to choose a large matrix size and low resolution. For shooting in sunny weather with good lighting, you can neglect the light transmission parameter.

Number of frames-optimal setting

Budget models can do an average of 30 frames/second. Under the condition of high speed, this is not enough to create a smooth image. Suitable for quiet shooting.

With a setting of 60 frames/second, you can get smooth video even at high speed, but it’s better to focus on models with 120 frames/second. 200-240 fps you can choose if you want to get the effect of “slow motion”.

Viewing Angle

Action cameras feature wide-angle lenses with a minimum viewing angle of 120 degrees. The wider this parameter, the more compact the lens and the camera itself. So, you can not “aim” and capture everything you need into the frame.

There are cameras with a 90 degree angle, but such devices are more suitable for subject shooting, as well as 75 degrees. The last parameter is typical for glasses with an action camera. Small characteristics are suitable for blogs, when the frame should not be anything extra.

Standardly, action cameras have a viewing angle in the range of 120-170 degrees. You need to navigate this way: the more panoramas you want a video, the more angle you need. You can buy an action camera in Kiev, Odessa, Kharkov with delivery in Ukraine at 130.com.ua. << p>

Protection

Protecting the camera from external influences is a key feature of such devices. The choice of security features depends on where you plan to use the device.

Water resistant: of course, necessary for shooting on water. It is better to choose protection in the form of a special box, for example, for diving or surfing. Splash protection is useful for any camera in case of rain.

Dust protection: Ideally needed for any camera, but especially for use in mountainous terrain.

Impact protection: prolongs the life of devices, indispensable for use in harsh modes.

UV protection and frost resistance-mandatory for snowboards, skis, parachuting.

Additional, equally important, parameters

Autonomy. The more the camera holds the charge, the better. If this is a blog, then 2 hours is enough for you. But it’s better to have 180 minutes left.

Remote control. Expands the use of the device. You can place the camera at the desired point and control it. Suitable, for example, for shooting yourself.

Image Stabilization. Needed if you shoot yourself with a hand. You need to record video, so that the picture is clear: to make it so that your hands are not shaking is very difficult.

Night shooting. You can shoot at night or in low light. We can say that this is more of a marketing ploy, because the quality depends only on the matrix and no additional modes will help to improve it.

Wireless. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth is standard. You can quickly free up space by dropping files on your PC or phone. The GPS sensor allows you to use an action camera as a gps tracker.

Maximum amount of memory. You can even not pay attention to the parameter of internal memory, because the main is the size of the memory card. On average, you need from 32 GB, which is enough to record a 2-hour video.

If you are going to mount the camera on your arm or helmet, then it is important to consider the weight of the camera.

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