Top Rated Action Cameras for Capturing Your Adventures
Are you considering purchasing an action camera but unsure which fits your needs best? Here’s an overview of some of the best-rated action cameras on the market. Whether video quality, battery life, durability, a range of accessories or a combination of all of these are on your radar, you’ll find everything you need to help you choose between brands below. So, whether it’s for capturing unforgettable family moments or filming your most daring outdoor adventures, this guide to top-rated action cameras is the best place to start.
Jump to: GoPro Hero 13 Black | DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro | Insta360 Go 3S | Akaso Brave 8 Lite | OM System Tough TG-7 | GoPro Hero 10
1. GoPro Hero 13 Black
It should be no surprise to see GoPro as a brand to visit on your hunt for the best action camera. The GoPro Hero 13 is popular with adventurous travellers and content creators. It features magnetic mounting, a higher capacity battery than previous models and GPS. The suite of interchangeable, waterproof and scratchproof lenses gives you real flexibility and makes this action camera a dynamic choice.
2. DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Some of the features of the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro that make it one of the most popular action cameras on the market are its brilliant battery life (up to 4 hours of continuous use), superior low light footage and excellent stabilisation. This is also slightly smaller and more affordable than the GoPro Hero 13 so a brilliant option for beginners or casual use.
3. Insta360 Go 3S
This tiny but mighty 4k action camera can be mounted almost anywhere and fits in your pocket, making it the ideal on-the-go camera. The Insta360 Go 3S is waterproof up to 10m, boasts gimbal-like stabilisation and can be linked to Apple’s Find My network so you’re always able to pinpoint where it is. The camera on its own has a 38-minute battery life, but this increases to 140 minutes with the optional Action Pod.
4. Akaso Brave 8 Lite
On a tighter budget? The Akaso Brave 8 Lite is one of the most affordable action cameras on the market, with good 4k quality and a host of accessories in its standard purchase price. Features worth noting are its voice control capabilities, footage stabilisation, 166° images and waterproofing up to 10m. Considering you get two batteries and a helmet accessory kit included, this is a great choice for the price point.
5. OM System Tough TG-7
If you need an action camera that can withstand extreme weather conditions, being knocked around and generally pushed to its limits, the OM System Tough TG-7 might be an option. The slightly higher price point might be a shock but look at the specs. Waterproof up to 15m (even deeper with the PT-059 case), freezeproof down to -10 and shockproof up to 2.1m, it can even withstand up to 100kg making it crushproof. The underwater capabilities are impressive, with an anti-fog lens, underwater modes (including manual) and a variety of accessories boosting its photography capabilities.
6. GoPro Hero 10
If you’re keen on the GoPro but at a lower price point and don’t need the latest model the Hero 10 is a great option. You’ll still get sharp 4k video footage, and good stabilisation from this older model.
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