$50 Action Camera vs $300 GoPro 8! (Akaso EK7000 4K)

[@lorcanlawless2212]

This is easily the best review for action cameras

[@GEORGE-jf2vz]

The GoPro 8 still loses because of the price. I would expect much better performance and features for the cost. The Akaso performs great for 50.00.

[@NickzAndMikz]

Mmkay

[@jeffscottdrums7827]

Can you live stream with this camera? Use it for a web came for a laptop? Anyone know?

[@NickzAndMikz]

@@jeffscottdrums7827 GoPros website says you can

[@DreadEnder]

Speak for yourself! I can’t even access my footage! And from what I could see on the tiny screen it has no sound and the video is terrible! It’s unusable!

[@quackzkustumz]

The stabilization alone is worth the extra cost.

[@Nick-4K]

It's clear GoPro is superior. But for that price, it's actually a solid deal.

[@CoolAsianGuy]

umm no

[@kylegriffin5222]

CoolAsianGuy what camera is better for under 60 dollars?

[@henrychavez5950]

@@CoolAsianGuy anything better?

[@chrischeetham1652]

Another thing I forgot to mention in my previous comment too, is that the Akaso has a mini HDMI port to play directly to a t.v. or whatever...I personally haven't had any use for it, but it's the first one I've seen that had it and I'm sure if I needed to use it to play something back, I'd be pretty happy it was there.

[@K_Tech64]

It absolutely is a solid deal. If you're not a "pro" and just want to record some footage, at one sixth the price, I don't think you can beat the Akaso. Over the years I've spent thousands of dollars on cameras and camcorders that I've used maybe once a month (or less) after the initial "This is so cool" period wore off. Looking at my next purchase honestly, I couldn't see spending the money on a GoPro for footage that would be mostly for my own personal and family use.

[@deathblade63]

This video made the akaso look really bad, but in my opinion, it's amazing! I use it while on my motorcycle and it hardly shakes and the visual looks good. If you aren't looking for something fancy or expensive, the akaso is perfect

[@osvaldoruiz7748]

Perfect counter argument, obviously it’s $50, and it’s not gonna compare to the GoPro

[@alexcordero8432]

I was considering this for vlogging/KZbin, will it get the job done?

[@340rps]

camera ok, audio is horrible

[@DAlexKablack]

@@alexcordero8432 audio is bad as friend said. I would not use it for moving scenes, the quality deteriorates too much, I only use ek7000 as a webcam now. If trying to vlog, try Akaso Brave 7 LE, it has some image stabilization, front facing screen and much better quality than ek7000. It is about twice the price, but much better.

[@vandos11]

well thats good because i ordered it today

[@officialdeepstate33]

Finally someone who does good reviews! Gives us what we need! Thank you!

[@SweBeach2023]

For the money I'm pleasantly surprised by the quality. The lack of EIS can be dealt with in post. And color correction can help a lot to create a punchier image similar to that of the GoPro. Of course both the used market and high-quality phones exist. I have for some times argued the best action cam can very well for certain situations be a used high-end camera with a cracked screen picked up for cheap since these are far easier to find than used high-end action cameras.

[@bear.8934]

As an owner of an Akaso EK700, I can say I am VERY happy.

[@semerendocr]

¡Para grabar traseros andará bien!

[@brewt1mer]

if you want a helmet cam for security whilst biking then the akaso is perfect

[@Dansk55]

I wear it on my motorcycle helmet. Very good quality. I just have to figure out how to hook an external mic

[@DAlexKablack]

For bicycling, I've found the image too grainy while moving. If you mount it in a place where there is a solitary image in front (like handlebars that are always in the bottom of the shot) I suppose the processing methods of the camera and color data minimalizes the amount of colors on the palette while processing, resulting in a clearer image. Otherwise, I've found the video quality of ek7000 pretty poor whilst moving on a bicycle. It is very lightweight though, something less bumpy with solid road in front like motorcycle might be better suited. I had to upgrade from ek7000 to hero 4 as the quality was just too poor.

[@paeden5431]

This exactly what I am looking for.

[@mfaizmzaid7886]

@@Dansk55 how's the stabilization of akaso EK7000??

[@lucasgarrett2107]

Do you still use it? I just ordered one as a helmet cam

[@MrSteviej893]

I think a lot of people forget that with the GoPro Hero 8, you can adjust the colors in post production if the camera setting for color is on Flat. That can help alleviate the issue of oversaturated videos/pics. The Hero 8 also lets a lot more scenery into the shot and the image stabilization is awesome. Thanks for sharing.

[@slaygod3246]

@@doublewhopper67Yesir some people seem to forget post production exists

[@arbutusadventures1]

How is it that your walking shots are that smooth. I shoot on the 9 and I have jitters and 4th axis bobbing when walking.

[@scottjustin540]

You always get what you paid for Ben. DJI is the sweet spot for performance and value for money.

[@Love_N_Let_Live]

Please try to stop buying Chinese products, when you can. The CCP is committing genocide against several groups of people and have been for decades and most certainly uses any technology and company that they can use, to attack other nations. It's getting worse, fast.

[@ronvaughan8041]

Except with DJI you're not allowed in the club unless you also go spend money on a certain make and model of phone in order to use it.

[@BarryfromEssex]

Thank you. I was about to buy a budget camera and I have just bought a Hero 8. Many thanks from the UK.

[@blackryno329]

Thanks for making a real video unlike people who don't show footage just talk about features

[@ccChisatou]

Hey! I have the Akaso EK7000 I was actually able to get it to work as a webcam - and use it but business calls when working from home. It actually preforms pretty well if its a work cam, but a pro streamer WILL need something else. To get the web cam mode to work, You would have to plug it in and then touch the top Red Circle button to change the camera to PC mode - Now it must be plugged in and you must have a battery and a SD card in the camera for it to work.

[@sashotripunovski4428]

What cable connection did you use?

[@sanderb.9894]

I hope you review the new one, I really want to see how the image stabilization looks on the pro version

[@AuthenTech]

Cool, thanks for the feedback

[@lifeonmars4151]

@@AuthenTech yea i LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! MY YI-LITE = 50BUCKS ,,. battery life awesome and 5 plus hours filming on a 25 dollar sim card I AM GREAT FILMING AT 720P-60-FRAMES AND MIXING DOWN AT 720P-30-FRAMES microphone on the YI lite smoking and i film low light night time then again my mixing skills are very very good so lol latest 3 videos shot on the YI ''''cheers :)

[@MizzFronce]

To get a feel for action camera without splurging and see if you like having that type of camera go with a cheaper option. May not be greatest option but it'll get you started and see if you like it

[@gavinlawyer9683]

I’m gonna buy the akaso. I mean, I’m using it for skiing and hockey but I really do appreciate this because this is how comparisons should be made.

[@canada_rye]

1:06 Is the money shot. The stabilization software is well worth the extra money. Thanks for the review!

[@charlessmith1054]

I bought this camera during the quarantine because I do alot of Zoom meetings and needed a webcam...Well..all the dedicated webcams were sold out! A friend said he used THIS little action cam...I purchased it..and it works like a charm!!! The secret is you connect it to your PC via USB but DO NOT have an SD card in the action camera!! It is a very wide angle so make sure your studio is clean 😃. Also, as with any small sensor camera your studio needs to be well lit. Hope this helps!

[@gregbenwell6173]

Honestly I have watched a few of this videos on the Akaso cameras and I am pretty surprised by your claim that the Akaso doesn't have stabilization features, BECAUSE the Brave 7 and the V50X both Akaso units DO have this feature!!! THEN FURTHER is the GoPro black screen of death problems along with a host of other issues I have seen on other KZbin channels too!! For the price of a GoPro, I want a camera that just simply works, BUT sadly many KZbinr creators I follow, including Puddin of Puddin's Fab Shop and Dan, of DD Speed Shop, DO often enough have over heating problems with their GoPro Cameras making me question how good the cameras are for the price!! AND IF I am being completely honest here, I have shot video for years on a Sony Handicam Hi 8mm camera that has a 16:1 aspect ratio setting and the video still looks OK on that camera, by requires a Firewire card and cable to hook it up to my computer!! Which means transferring 8mm tape to is more of a chore than it would be than if I could simply "plug in" a SD card and go on with my life!!!!! The point is, CURRENTLY I am in the market for a new camera....BUT I think the Akaso is a better product, then the over priced Go Pro everybody seems to love so much!! And I honestly just want "simple" which is NOT want the Go Pro seems to be about either!!!

[@JohnnyC10071959]

There is a Akaso 4K Ultra, shoots "4K" at 60fps My opinion of mine is about the same as the one you reviewed but I am happy with it nonetheless as I feel much better with it mounted to the underneath side of my motorcycle

[@AuthenTech]

Does the footage look shaky?

[@snap_fit8686]

Next : Akaso ek7000 + gimbal VS Go pro 8

[@danielvelizotani9779]

After watching your review, i just cant figure out if this camera will be enough to film videos on my mountain bike. Dude, just an advice: since youre reviewing an sport camera, it would be more appropriate if you test it while practicing an intense sport like mtb, skating, etc.

[@m.s.aviation7065]

I have thought about getting the Ekan h9r for racing drones but after this not really. It's so cool seeing you walk around, knowing I have been there!! I live in Huntsville also. Did you know that SmarterEveryDay is in Huntsville two! You guys should do a collaboration.

[@AuthenTech]

Haha, yea Destin is great, maybe someday down the road :)

[@CaliforniaCarpenter7]

You saved me from buying the akaso. Honestly, most of the time in life you get what you pay for. I’m gonna pay for a used GoPro 3+ and an accessory kit and try my luck. Hope to make great videos for a hundred dollar bill, but we’ll see! This was very professional and I’m in awe of the time you took to make this. Thank you, dude!

[@CassDiGiovanni]

love how you got right to the point!

[@Allsmort]

Great review, still is a 50 USD camera, I will used for the front of my motorcycle so the same as the jeep comment, i think I won't use it that much and thinking I can drop my bike anytime i rather break a 50 camera than a go pro. Pretty helpfull review.

[@mctbuilds8980]

That’s exactly why I got it

[@gliver2549]

wow thanks for the review, its always worth it to spend a bit more for quality.

[@Pankaj_gadhwal]

Considering the 50k price .. I must say that camera delivered way more than what it was expected to

[@trailertrashtactics]

$50,000?

[@Pankaj_gadhwal]

@@trailertrashtactics typo error

[@krishtrinity]

More like 3k bro

[@james1311na]

@@krishtrinity what

[@issackaiser]

Bruh if this thing is really 50k, the company would receive death threats for its price 🤣 Go edit that comment before your whole replies is filled with corrections.

[@FFCpower]

Hey , i would like your opinion about best budget action camera around 200 usd (not above unless if it worth it ), i am looking for 4k 30fps at least with eis, what is your suggestion;

[@CreativeRob]

Thanks for the review! I would have been highly disappointed in this camera, I almost bought it.

[@Tech-YouTube]

Akaso did the right thing according to the price ☺️ Nice Video 👌

[@RaquelNavas]

Can you guess what I just bought from Amazon 4:06 😂😁

[@andrew007s]

Excellent comparison!! A real review not fake.

[@bass_stache]

The instructions says to use a sd card “ up to 32Gb” if I use a bigger one will that make a difference?

[@Marley08]

I bought this camera and got it yesterday, done a lot of test runs and the camera works almost as well as a iPhone 7 Camera… so I think you might have just got a bad camera which happens sometimes 😊

[@KempOutside]

Wish I would have seen this last week! I just bought the Akaso as my first action camera as I am a new KZbinr. Hopefully I'll have enough cash saved up for a GoPro soon!

[@LifeAdventureswithMichelle]

Have you used it yet? I also bought it for my first action camera as well

[@KempOutside]

I now have the Akaso and a GoPro 7. I use the GoPro more but use the Akaso for my underwater shots. I like them both.

[@Roadrunner888]

thank you for a honest review. You just saved me from almost ordering it on Prime day deal

[@catsland123]

Your videos are always Good 👏👏👏

[@AuthenTech]

Glad you like them!

[@richpaulson]

Thanks for your review! Saved me making a big mistake on my next dive camera.

[@ohshoot444]

I really appreciate the work you put into these man.

[@Eris_Greyrat]

The budget price of $50 is what really sold me. I don't go out much and cant justify getting a $300 camera for just the camera alone when i dont know if im going to use it much after my canoe trip.

[@JimGriffOne]

06:37 - This is the clearest example of the difference between "resolution" and "accuracy".

[@TheOneStraightPath]

Actually I have both these cameras, and I can honestly say I prefer the Akaso to the GoPro. It looks a lot clearer and it is not pixelated, and it does not shake AT ALL. I don't know what you were using right there but it didn't look like an Akaso EK7000) quality.

[@SpookyBaron]

Is Akaso sponsoring this comment?

[@alexanderb7197]

@@SpookyBaron possible he has the ek7000 pro, there similar but the pro has stabilization

[@patticowmoo]

I have the pro ek7000 and it does indeed have image stabilization. @@SpookyBaron

[@lifeAsia]

Very good review! You really helped me to make choice! Thanks!

[@happinesssomewhere18]

Hi i am having ahard time chosing an affordable camera just for a trip. which one would you recommened?

[@-musiclee-]

Great side by side comparisons, great reviews!

[@MulattoArchive]

Thank you for making this!!

[@mishaelperera3663]

Please review the new one!! It would be very interesting...

[@AuthenTech]

Ok, thanks for letting me know your interest

[@Rabbitone1000]

The current product that is sold on Amazon is Akaso EK 700 pro which is an $80 camera. Is this the same camera, or an improved model? If so, is thee any review on Akaso EK700 Pro?

[@chokymervine9871]

this is the perfect video that i need the most right now. thank you for making this video. it really helps me to decide which one to get among all of those "gopro" cameras

[@AuthenTech]

Glad it helped!

[@randomrickreviewsrrr4662]

Great to see the comparison. That Stabilization is rough on the EK7000.

[@manuellubian5709]

Great review. Good eye for detail and content.

[@veralatorre3407]

Thank you so much for this video! Helps me a lot !

[@BrentonRyan]

I've been looking at budget action cameras for a video project I have in mind, and I'm a complete novice and wasn't sure what sources to trust. This is exactly the sort of review I was hoping for. Thank you!

[@hakimchannel]

cooooool, more camera comparisons friend, if u have time

[@dungeonbayshop564]

Wow. I just ordered that acaso camera. Now I know what's coming. Thank you! I hope this doesn't make or break me.

[@jack12win]

Nice job. I purchased the Brave 4. Documentation was poor. Spent a lot of time, as a 1st time action cam owner, learning how it operates. But the real comparison shouldn’t just be price point. Why not compare the AKASO model with similar features to the GoPro 8 where price would be a feature and not the primary purchase criteria. I use my camera scuba diving and biking. I’m happy with the picture quality underwater and agree the picture quality needs improving when mounted on my handlebars.

[@TheSuburban15]

I can live with the image quality and sound from the Akaso, but I want it for off-road cycling, and the lack of stabilization is pretty much a dealbreaker. Can't afford a GoPro, so I don't know what to do. Perhaps just my phone on a harness?

[@jon6605]

this video helped me a lot! i have been researching action cameras to start filming my fishing adventures in hopes of catching "the big one". unfortunately the 8 is a little out of my budget but I'm going to go with the 7 for now!

[@Ericsta7.2]

Also on the akaso if you didn't know you could go to settings by taping the on and off button 4 times and the. u can change the resolution on the camera and highest fps is 120 on the 720P option

[@ajoykhanikar8535]

Excellent and perfect review 👍

[@playboiiismoove8623]

Your talking about 2016 cmara against go pro 8 that recently drop lol

[@rb3269]

Hello Ben, may I ask you what action camera in the 2020 current market would you recommend to fix on a tripod and shoot my kid soccer game, and (most important feature) be able to zoom in for some player (my daughter) specific action without getting ugly blury faces : ) ? what are the most important specs I should pay attention to in the action camera description? Thanks a lot !

[@dasilvadio]

Thank you for the review, just bought one of those 4k and I am so mad, didn't expect it to be that bad.

[@designstinamarshmallow9868]

Just see it as a beginner camera, when you are satisfied with your over all skills of filming and editing, then you can advance to a gopro later. I have a really unknown brand, too, not great, but I have refocused my frustration. I have to learn to work with what I've got. Like seeing if I can get good without gopro quality... Makes me also learn stabilizing and other post editing skills. Harder, but still. 😎👍🏼 If it's family and unforgettable moments you want to capture, get a gopro immediately. You don't want bad quality on that footage. Don't forget to use the high speed memory card so it doesn't freeze, and update software often. 😁👍🏼Good Luck! 🌞

[@bosstankproductions1304]

I’m pretty sure akaso ek series is their worst series but I think brave and another are actually pretty nice for budget cameras

[@KaizerTest]

The lack of stabilization is the deal breaker for me. Great review brother. 😃🍺🍺

[@lucianowatson2831]

It has stabilisation, looks like he hasnt turned it on

[@TRGFBC]

Thank you. I watched in the highest resolution on my s20..... the gopro did beat it in some ways but the gopro was a clear winner

[@johannb.8616]

Excellent work !!

[@itsshabee3727]

Sir Authen Always giving Great and best review

[@christianalboroto7574]

The only review I need. Honest and to the point. Definitely won't buying the Akaso.

[@vag657]

man thank you i was about to order tis action camera because of the reviews. As always for quality you need to pay

[@deanwinchester6654]

Cool video, was thinking about getting the Akaso camera for biking. After looking at that stabilization its too shaky to see anything.

[@andymtb5714]

Hey Ben, have you ever seen a 2003 Ford F-150 (maroon red color) with a black trailer drive by in your neighborhood? My brothers have a lawncare service and they have a customer in your neighborhood! so cool I live in Huntsville too! Loved the vid btw!

[@MudOregonVet]

That gopro 8 has really nice resolution, but on a fixed income I'll never afford one, thanks for the ek7000 review it's definitely me affordable 😁

[@-musiclee-]

Yes. Compare the Pro to the Pro in both brands to see if image stabilization is improved and image quality as well.

[@mortschubert3909]

Better framing of the subject with the Akaso (perhaps, because of how it is mounted?!). Otherwise, it cannot compete against the GoPRO camera. Still good for a general impression of what one's trip was like, though.

[@kennyp11111]

What do you think hero 5 black $80 used or brand new hero 7 silver for $169, for mountain biking?

[@FitTravellerRobinDhiman]

Nice video bro...like it

[@weemanvisviqe]

Very good review, thanks 👍

[@joemazing89]

We have a trip to Cozumel coming up and we’re looking for something on a budget that we can use in the ocean and exploring. We won’t be making pro quality videos or anything, just for memories and to disconnect from our phones while on land. Will the budget option be sufficient? We’re not wanting to spend a crazy amount of money after all we’re paying for the vacation.

[@BL-vi8he]

I just bought one of these. Wish I would've watched this beforehand. Hopefully I can still return it.

[@2426eltejano]

I have a Gopro and only last for 30 minutes that's the reason I'm looking for another camera , If I can use my Gopro for long time I keep it any suggestions

[@herbertbonilla5161]

Nice review 👍

[@automajstorijediy]

hi,what camera wil you recomend to me, about 150-200 eur price range ? new

[@rpmautoreviews9249]

I'm looking for an action camera that allows lots of light in for when in darker setting, like inside a car while talking. but what a modest price under $200 Cda. with including the gadget accessories with it. Any recommendations ?

[@yogeshsubburathinam2575]

loved all your reviews... please suggest a good action camera at a budget of Rs10000 to Rs15000...Thank you

[@Rust.and.Revolt]

Hey! Can you do another on of these comparing the AKASO EK7000, AKASO Brave 4, and the GoPro Hero 8? Their Brave 4 is suppose to be the next step up, having image stabilization for around $80 USD.

[@Twobarpsi]

I have the Brave 4 and the DJI Osmo Action. Both have their uses! Love the 170 FOV timelapses on the Brave 4...

[@timbango2090]

Question. Will this make everything seem far away and slow. I need a different camera. Because I got a dashcam but it makes it seem liks cars are miles away when they're almost hitting me. And like im going way slower then I am. And my dash cam has 170 view. So will this do that to. Since it also has 170 view

[@340rps]

How did you get the audio to work so good on the Akaso? My EK7000 pro audio SUCKS!, basically useless. And as for the accessories, what good are they when they break so easily?

[@charlessmith1054]

Btw...great review and side by side comparison sir!

[@royhornyak8596]

Many thanks, you saved me $50.00

[@askdad]

I wonder if those accessories good to use with GoPro hero 8? I think they should fit ,right?

[@AuthenTech]

Yup, they're pretty universal

[@WilliamSnyder-j7u]

I only use my Akso for just every day living, fishing, hunting,etc, why would I spend the money for a GoPro? So unless you do You Tube production the Akoso is perfect for the everyday joe!

[@BrickRoadVisuals]

Wouldn't the akaso v50 elite be a better comparison? The feature sets of these make them nearly impossible to compare.

[@roynelson7613]

I like you man I had to sub I seen this for like$17 in change from New Jersey and I was like let me see what KZbin got to say and I seen your video big thumbs up bro can't wait to see some more of your stuff man 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👊🏻💥💯

[@justicecerrone5260]

Awesome video and this is completely unrelated but where did you get your bed frame lol. It looks sick with those lights

[@Loony_BeLuna]

Hey is it true, you can NOT safe your movies on a SD or something and send it via cable to your PC ONLY via app to your phone?...

[@alexanderknatz3873]

Hi Ben, maybe you can test the mid price (around 150€ incl. extra stuff) Rollei 9s plus action cam? It has Sony sensor which should perform better in low light conditions.

[@TheTruthSeeker235]

Considering that you can get 10 Akasos for the price of one Gopro8 i say the Akaso is pretty good