Life is filled with bright moments and ordinary photographs are no longer enough to capture them. I would like to convey emotions, beauty of action, dynamics as much as possible. Action cameras are ideal for these purposes. These compact gadgets are specially designed for use in extreme conditions, so they are in special demand among athletes and travelers. Going on vacation? Take this little helper with you and the positive emotions displayed on the video will warm you up for a long time. Manufacturers offer many interesting models targeted at different target audiences.
We've compiled a list of the best action cameras based on expert opinions and real customer reviews. Our recommendations will help you make the best choice for your requirements and desires. Of all the manufacturers available on the global market, we recommend paying particular attention to the following:
Budget / Inexpensive
- YI
- SJCAM
- Sony
Middle price category
- GoPro
- Sony
Dear / Premium
- GoPro
- Insta360
- Dji
- Sony
Categories
Inexpensive
With stabilizer
For shooting
4K
Up to 5000 rubles
With good sound
Up to 10,000 rubles
FullHD
Built-in LCD screen
Availability of Wi-Fi
| 1 | Sony HDR-AS300 | 22,990 p. |
| 2 | SJCAM SJ4000 WiFi | 4,990 p. |
| 3 | Sony FDR-X3000R | 30,899 p. |
| 4 | DJI Osmo Pocket | 31,990 p. |
| 5 | Sony HDR-AS50 | 13,990 p. |
| 6 | GoPro HERO8 (CHDHX-801-RW) | 26 900 p. |
| 7 | GoPro HERO7 (CHDHX-701) | 23,500 RUB |
| 8 | Insta360 EVO | 29,990 p. |
| 9 | SJCAM SJ8 Plus | 11,990 p. |
* Prices are valid at the time of publication and are subject to change
without prior notice.
Inexpensive
Built-in LCD screen
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Availability of Wi-Fi
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FullHD
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Up to 5000 rubles
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Up to 10,000 rubles
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With good sound
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Inexpensive
The main advantages
- Very rich basic equipment. You don't need to buy anything extra.
- Everything you need to set up is conveniently located on the camera body.
- Integrated 1.5-inch screen.
- There is an indication of operating modes and connection to Wi-Fi
- The lens provides a 170 ° field of view. Photo and video formats are selectable.
- Works in DVR mode (shooting while charging).
- Decent sound quality even in hydrobox.
- The battery is removable and lasts for about 2 hours. You can save power by using the automatic display off function.
- It is possible to connect to a PC or mobile device.
- Gopro accessories are suitable.
FullHD
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Built-in LCD screen
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Availability of Wi-Fi
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Inexpensive
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With good sound
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With stabilizer
The main advantages
- The camera comes with an optional plastic aqua box, which allows it to be used for extreme river descents, scuba diving or simple photos on the water
- Electronic stabilization provides complete vibration and shock absorption when running and shooting video without a tripod
- A widescreen video mode is provided, which allows you to capture surrounding objects in a frame, creating a more complete picture of what is happening
- Time-lapse mode automatically records video from multiple photos taken at a specific time interval
- Built-in noise canceling microphones let you record stereo sound
4K
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Built-in LCD screen
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For shooting
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Availability of Wi-Fi
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Inexpensive
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With good sound
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With stabilizer
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SJCAM SJ8 Plus (action camera)
The main advantages
- The set includes a whole range of different mounts for fixing the camera to any object, which makes it versatile in use
- Large display with touch control allows you to comfortably operate the device and excludes the possibility of deformation / breakage of buttons in case of falling and shaking
- A modern USB-C connector is used to charge the battery and connect accessories, which significantly increases the exchange speed and security
- The camera is equipped with 3-axis electronic stabilization, which allows you to achieve clear video in extreme shooting conditions
- Wide angle 170 ° lens for high-quality panoramas, including 8X magnification
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With stabilizer
Built-in LCD screen
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Availability of Wi-Fi
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FullHD
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With stabilizer
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With good sound
The main advantages
- With its 8.2MP 1 / 2.5 "Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ X ™ processor, high quality footage can be captured in any light. In addition to high quality video, without jerking or dropping frames, the model can be used as a camera.
- Effective optical image stabilization is provided.
- Convenient interface, clear intuitive control. There is a remote control.
- Reinforced housing protects against accidental drops and knocks. Good dust and moisture protection in the presence of an aqua box.
- Supports Mark 2 memory cards (MP4 format), Micro SD / SDHC / SDXC - class 4 or higher (MP4 format), Micro SDXC - class 10 (XAVC S format).
- The model is equipped with a monochrome display for choosing a good angle for shooting and viewing material.
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For shooting
4K
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FullHD
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Built-in LCD screen
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Availability of Wi-Fi
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With stabilizer
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For shooting
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With good sound
The main advantages
- The proprietary SteadyShot optical stabilization system eliminates blur defects during dynamic movements with the device, even when using the maximum zoom
- Professional German optics Carl Zeiss Tessar allows you to shoot large-scale landscapes without distortion
- Exmor R CMOS sensor picks up even the smallest luminous flux and produces high-quality images in low light
- Bionz X processor processes 4K video streams at 100 Mbps without delays
- Remote control can be attached to the wrist or applied separately with additional mounts, finger rest
4K
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Built-in LCD screen
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For shooting
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With good sound
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With stabilizer
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DJI Osmo Pocket (Action Camera)
The main advantages
- The camera is designed to be held with one hand, and all controls are optimally placed on the bezel under the thumb
- The camera module itself is on a movable gimbal with orientation sensors that automatically calibrate the position at the start and directly shooting
- The wide-angle camera shoots distortion-free in 4K for professional-quality video without the need for a professional
- Smartphone connects in seconds via physical USB-C for Android or Lightning for iPhone
- Slow Motion mode lets you quadruple your shooting speed and create advanced movies
4K
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Built-in LCD screen
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For shooting
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Availability of Wi-Fi
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With good sound
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With stabilizer
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GoPro HERO8 (CHDHX-801-RW) (action camera)
The main advantages
- The frame rate of 240 frames per second when shooting in FHD format guarantees maximum video detail at every moment of time, allowing you to record all the events taking place in the most dynamic scenes - skydiving, diving, jumping
- High compression allows you to save several hours of video on the memory card
- Wireless modules allow you to synchronize the camera with external devices for uploading data streams to the cloud or viewing on TV
- Fully waterproof housing guarantees safe use while diving to a depth of 10 meters
- Slow Motion and Time Lapse features for exclusive content creation
4K
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Built-in LCD screen
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For shooting
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Availability of Wi-Fi
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With good sound
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With stabilizer
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GoPro HERO7 (CHDHX-701) (action camera)
The main advantages
- 4K video is up to 60fps to capture subtle compositional changes in dynamic scenes for the most realistic video
- The presence of two screens with the ability to connect an additional one for bloggers allows you to get all the information during the shooting, as well as control the recording in real time
- New generation HyperSmooth electronic stabilization smooths out any jerky movements and virtually dampens vibration and hand shake
- Photo recording is carried out in RAW format, which allows you to professionally process the footage after upload
- Voice control allows you to quickly change the camera mode during outdoor activities, sports and tourism when your hands are busy
4K
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For shooting
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Availability of Wi-Fi
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With good sound
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With stabilizer
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Insta360 EVO (Action Camera)
The main advantages
- The world's best camera capable of capturing 360 ° video at 5.7K resolution. Frame rate when shooting in 4K quality up to 50 FPS
- Fish-eye lenses are positioned without offset, allowing you to record 3D clips with 180 ° field of view
- Shooting is carried out with support for HDR mode, guaranteeing the saturation and contrast of colors in RAW mode
- Compatible with devices running iOS / Android allows you to remotely control the camera while syncing via Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
- Holoframe technology allows you to watch 3D videos without additional equipment right on the smartphone screen. You must use the complete case
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