Xiaomi YI 2 4K Action Camera REVIEW vs GoPro (4K)

[@WarpedYT]

❤❤ Awesome review !!!! thank you so much for the info, i knew there had to be gopro alternatives out there 💯💯

[@AuthenTech]

+Warped Perception - Glad it helped you out!

[@AuthenTech]

For all you folks complaining about the Protune comparison, the Yi did NOT have the firmware for flat profile pushed out yet at the time of filming, AND I purposefully placed the gopro in protune over normal so you can see the dynamic range comparison of the two. Besides, you should watch my NEWER video comparing the GoPro 5 vs Yi 4K: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4nEZWyahM-Spbs

[@sumpina]

AuthenTech - Ben Schmanke how long they last ?

[@MichelLinschoten]

Go pro ....made in china,....and other camera made.....in china. I have action cameras here 4k that costed me 40 bucks and still would give GO PRO a run for its money. It's well marketed and people are gullible enough (as always) to take it like hot cakes and buy it.

[@ShrimpZoo]

Michel Linschoten the GoPro does look like it has much better video quality albeit at double the cost.

[@Sco0bY91]

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[@justeici7755]

lol

[@joshgamingyt9766]

Didn't know Xiaomi makes action cameras but hey I'm all good with my DJI. Happy.

[@zero00tolerance]

Good bye gopro you wont be missed.. this is why I love when companies compete the consumers win.

[@daemn42]

Considering it took nearly 2 years for the competition to finally match the capabilities of the Hero4 Black (released Sept 2014), I think GoPro is doing fine. Now that they've caught up, the new Hero5 will be released before the end of the year, and it'll take another year or two for the competition to catch up to that. Until a competitor can beat GoPro to market with the *next* gen camera showing a real leap in capabilities (8K, or 4K@60, etc) I don't think GoPro is going away. One thing that may hamper the Yi is that it's slightly larger form factor makes it incompatible with most handheld and drone mounted gimbals.

[@agencialt9633]

nah, next year the yi 3 will come out and fuk go pro up again.. yi 1 came last year, yi 2 this year so next year yi3. go pro is just overpriced junk for rich kids.

[@zero00tolerance]

daemn42 Like every technology in the market eventually it will slow down I dont think gopro can innovate to the extend that they can beat other competitors far behind anymore. For a company like Xiaomi they did a remarkable job catching up to gopro and eventually beating gopro in its own game. I knew it wouldnt take them long to do this, Gopro golden day is officially over, however they might have few tricks under their sleeves but i doubt it would make much difference now. This Xiami Yi 2 camera is cheaper and can do twice what Gopro 4 can do.

[@Connief1990]

Exactly 👍

[@mahadragon]

GoPro is doing anything but fine. As of July 2015 the stock price was around $60/share. Today it's around $9/share. The company is losing money every quarter. It's not just Xiaomi that is hurting them. Nikon, Ricoh, everybody either has an action cam for sale or has one in the works. The action cam market is real and viable and there's a ton of competition now. Unless GoPro can diversify into different products of the market and/or really make their next camera vastly superior over everyone else, they are toast. You can't lose money every quarter and stay in business.

[@chrisdwyer1477]

I actually bought one of these in rose gold, and am super happy. After owning multiple GoPro models, it's nice to see some pressure put in gopro to up their game and maybe bring cost down a bit. Also, great review! however I don't share your opinion on the stabilization. I find it VERY effective. I've compared some situations with my Hero 3 and its night and day.

[@AuthenTech]

Sweet, thanks for the comment. Yes, I think the competition is healthy. And you're right, the stabilization is still pretty good, I'm just bummed I can't use in 4K

[@annodude1189]

How long and how many times have you used it? I want to get one, but I have read some negative reviews about it. I have read a few reviews by some buyers on Amazon complaining about the camera not working anymore after just a few times of being used.

[@BK42Cycles]

Ben Schmanke what about the audio using external mics? Does it works well? Thanks

[@rimonawad5721]

Gopro Flat color is meant for color correction, why compare it in this mode to the yi?

[@ron-manke]

Agreed. You should have used the 'Flat' setting on the Yi if you want a true comparison... or set the gopro to use full colour.

[@ron-manke]

+Ruma Shouldn't it have been turned off on the gopro then? otherwise the comparison is moot

[@ollievann]

Yeah GoPro Color should have been used, no point using flat and not correcting it.

[@saintecho6133]

Yeah protune should have just been turned off altogether.

[@Sco0bY91]

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[@sungku5116]

wow clean quick precise review. just what I wanted to know.

[@AuthenTech]

Glad it helped you out

[@joannaalday]

Great review! I've never been super sold on the GoPro...never been into the hype. This was really informative. Thank you!

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks, glad it helped you out

[@whyohbee]

I've been importing cheap Chinese 4k action cams for 18 months and it isn't only price that goes against the gopro. Some of these cams come with up to 20 extra pieces of gear! As far as image quality, I can't go past the value of these alternatives! Great video man! Enjoyed it!

[@AuthenTech]

You hit it spot on... there are a TON of other action cams for a much cheaper price, but the image quality is always sub-par. This was one of the first to nail the quality AND price.

[@whyohbee]

+AuthenTech - Ben Schmanke a lot of these cheaper cams have webcam capabilities. Something I find strange GoPro doesn't support, especially considering this feature would cost nothing to include.

[@BAdventures]

Good practical review and comparison, thumbs up =)

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks

[@dustbusterz]

don't know when this was put out, but gopro has the gopro 5 now and it is waterproof without the case, which makes great sense when you consider the case makes sound system sound a little muffled. without the case , it should fix that muffled sound you get with even older gopro cameras.it also has sound activation which I don't think any other camera on the scene offers at this point.

[@RaymondIsiah]

Love yout style man. Your hands on approach makes buying a ton easier. High quality work.

[@AuthenTech]

+Raymond Isiah - thank you! I appreciate that

[@FullThrottleDirtBikes]

Thanks so much for the review. They way you compare these cameras is super helpful. I'll be picking up a yi 4k today.

[@4053rubber]

Brilliant review, super informative and even a demo inside of 5 mins! Well done man :-)

[@spinb]

Why did you choose the Color: Flat setting?

[@blackmennewstyle]

Flat colors is actually for people who like to do colors grading & correction in post production! I imagine it's what he did all along this video :)

[@shuvokhan911]

How sound system? ?

[@DanielTani]

OOOOWWWNNNNNN... I was looking for a good review about this cam and I can't believe you do that! So amazing and wonderful review like you always do! The price it's better too! Thank you Ben... You are pretty awesome!!!

[@DanielTani]

Yeeessss... Exactly that ;)

[@SeanLei]

Your channel is awesome! Very informative and objective. Audio would not be significant for me when deciding on an action camera, so I'm going to get the yi 4k!

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks so much!

[@mathejoh]

excellent video. I have several questions: 1) Go Pro Hero5 offer cloud technology to back up videos. Does Yi 4K have that option? 2) Is there a wireless way to transfer the videos from the camera to desktop (ex: Bluetooth) 3) I have noticed that there is an "ULTRA" (example 720 ULTRA 1280 x 720) mode as a resolution option (check 1:09) . What does this mode do? Is the pictures any better on this mode or is it a way to reduce consumption of storage space? 4) I used to have a Canon Vixia HF200 and output files of the videos where on AVCHD mode, which I hated because then I have to sit there and convert them to mp4. What is the output file format of this camera? 5) You mentioned that the Yi does well against Go Pro but does Yi have the software and customer support that comes with a Go Pro? Thanks for your help Ben as I am trying to narrow down which camera to buy before the Cyber Monday swings around.

[@정호일-x5m]

Thank you for your review. according to your review, It has a pretty good Image quality. When you use a waterproof case, Is this an exothermic process under these conditions? Did you experienced turn offed by heating?

[@redykajn3701]

Absolutely marvelous review!

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks!

[@petermarcos1062]

Hi ben, did you test the smaco waterproof case? If yes can you say anything about it? Keep the good work

[@openmaniac23]

Really good video! Good job, well done!

[@xNeFShARkx]

I have a mi 4c from xiaomi and i love it! It's amazing how xiaomi is able to make such good products with nice build quality and yet the price is lower than the other gadgets from other companies.

[@Otravistafoto]

I use Yi 4k since a year. waterproof housing and 3 additional batteries cost me silly money in comparison with GoPro. after my experience I have to say that there is no way that anytime in the future I will consider GoPro. the only thing that GoPro does better is marketing. What surprised me the most in Yi is, while using the medium angle of view, this camera capability to straighten the lines so there is no sign of distortion, and lines are as straight as they can get.

[@diegoroman7092]

After this review, for sure I'm buying a Yi. It's a spectacular camera if you're on a low budget, it's got amazing features, and a ton of setting. Glad you helped me

[@harwoodphotography4872]

I really liked your review on the Yi4K. I just ordered the Olympus TG-Tracker not knowing first hand about the Yi. I haven't received it as yet, and watching some video reviews it doesn't appear to have the IQ of some of it's competitors, but what it does have is 5-axis IS, and for me that is paramount. A couple of questions: Have you had a look at the TG-Tracker, and do you know if there is, or will be a firmware update on the Yi4K to improve IS? Thank you Ben?

[@kratos041]

Thanks for the video it's awesome! Does YI 4k have the same lens size as gopro 4 ? I'm asking because of macro lenses and filters compatibility (and strangely no one in any review mentioned that). Thanks and keep up the good work.

[@JonnyPink65]

Great video, but where the USB ports? I have not see them in any of the photos I have searched. Is there a USB port on the side in the same place as the GoPro?

[@Pallexp91]

you are really the best, you answered a lot of questions. i'll take the yi2 right now, too much problems with gopro, it's soo sad! :-(

[@IndianLeopard7]

Thanks for the review Ben is it Water Proof?

[@Lingo]

Great review. I like GoPro but the price always leaves me short. Thanks for all the specs and links!

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks. I definitely think GoPro has accomplished amazing things in the action cam market (they basically created it ;) but maybe they just got complacent, who knows, and now others are finally starting to catch up and/or surpass..

[@5Perf65mm]

Very helpful review. Looks like a very nice camera.

[@maycok76]

hello thanks for the awesome inf. i really like the Yi 4k specs and video quality than the go pro black . i know Nikon is coming out next week with the KeyMission family. do you think based on the specs from the KeyMisson 170 is better than the Yi 4k? Thanks Ben

[@AuthenTech]

Price of the KeyMisson 170 is ~ $400, vastly higher than YI 4K. I don't believe it's a touchscreen. It's mainly marketed for it's "rugged design". I'm trying to get my hands on one to review and compare

[@maycok76]

excellent. thank you . i will look around for some video comparison.

[@sergiopalazzi6033]

Great tutorial. One question: is a USB output video available to transmit video in "real time"?

[@ktmbua]

On gearbest website's Customer FAQ, they say battery is built in and not removable but you have obviously been able to remove the battery on the video. I also saw on different websites that the battery is non-removable. So what is the deal?

[@orbisexplorers]

Hi Ben, good review! I have one question for you. I'm thinking of buying this camera on gearbest site. In the description of the product in gearbest site it says that the xiaomi yi 2 has a built-in battery, i even asked them and they say that is non-removable. In you review it's very clear that is a removable battery, what do you think about that? There are two models of this camera or gear best does not know what they are talking about? Thanks

[@AuthenTech]

I'm pretty sure they didn't know what they were saying...

[@orbisexplorers]

Thanks Ben for your reply, I apreciate it. Thats what i was thinking, they don't have a clue... And what about the underwater case? I have a Gopro Hero 3+ and the thing that i miss most is in fact the image stabilization, I do a lot of underwater footage, can we operate the xiaomi yi 2 well underwater with the underwater case? I realize that the touch screen is impossible to use so can we do the basic stuff with only one button available? Your welcome to see my videos... Thank you very much.

[@smwisbond]

Nice video....is there a battery eliminator for this camera?

[@junhokim6733]

This is so cool! I'm gonna get the Yi 2 for recording up my singing cover videos! Thanks bro!

[@FreedomTV]

Great work bro

[@EZ_shop]

Good job on the review. I just ordered one.

[@AuthenTech]

Cool, glad it helped you out

[@dave_thomas]

New Subscriber. Awesome Video. Lots of great information. Can't wait to see more.

[@AquilesMotovlogs]

xiaomi is connected to the external microphone ?? Nice video 👍🏼

[@Lymedin2010]

Can you record in 4K AND send video out HDMI at the same time? or send video to a tablet at the same time while recording in 4k?

[@hovermotion]

cool review. ..at the moment I use a mobious 1 with v2 lenz..never gone for a go pro as they are ridiculously expensive for what they are.

[@ForeverMNE]

Can you tell me more about microphone and sound? How is it on that field? is it better than gopro?

[@ForeverMNE]

+Kalyptic well does gopro has mic out? sorry for probably stupid questions but i am new at this stuff..

[@ForeverMNE]

+Kalyptic i dont need that mic I was just thinking if built in mic is better than gopro. Im not sure only in waterproof case if its better,do you know anything about thatm

[@AuthenTech]

@Kalyptic is right, thanks for the answers! The YI 2 audio is better than the gopro with its dual mics, however as anything stuffed inside a waterproof case, audio won't be great. It sounds pretty muffled, but you can still hear things quietly.

[@ForeverMNE]

Thank you all for your answers. I'm really looking to buy this cam,I was only concerened about microphone with waterproof case on it,but I guess it can't be that bad,especially with dual microphones built in. Thank you again :)

[@jogonjoneth]

@AuthenTech - Ben Schmanke would I be able to record a DJ mix with the audio staight from the mixer and not use the built in microphone ???

[@leoincanada]

Hi Ben, great videos! Since you cant change the fov on the Yi, Would you recommend the Yi wide angle for vlog type videos? thanks!

[@AuthenTech]

Yes, I always do the wide angle anyway. Just remember, audio mic quality isn't the greatest on the YI, I do side by side comparison tests in my recent Gopro 5 vs YI video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4nEZWyahM-Spbs

[@leoincanada]

Thanks alot!

[@saqz11]

2:25 why does 'loop' make it good for dash cams? does that mean it's constantly recording or no? I'm planning to get a camera for my motorcycle helmet but I can't seem to find a good one with a long enough battery life

[@Simon-tw4uy]

I Love your videos, keep doing what youre doing👌

[@AuthenTech]

thanks!

[@dniskeren]

curious about taking a picture with it, is it good? I mean since the video is promising, and you didnt show a moment when taking a picture. thanks! great vid!

[@AuthenTech]

That's a good comment, and you're correct, I didn't compare photo mode. I guess for me personally, I *never* take still photos (unless time lapse) with my action cams, only video. (With 4K video, you can grab still frames and almost count it as a photograph ;)

[@dniskeren]

I'm trying to find something that less cost than gopro and I found this.. but in youtube there is no vid that showing me "taking a pict" so I wonder if xiaomi yi is able to take a picture or not? Excluding a result from grab a moment from vid. Thanks! :)

[@hadib.9755]

I got one and it can actually take a picture, it's not bad at all ! Very good cam, really nice to use and the screen is very useful. Reactive and smooth, the battery life is nothing to do with a gopro, i just turned on mine after may be 1 month of 'sleep' and it's still full.

[@seizethedayandlive]

Do you know why Amazon only sells the US version? I think this is the International Version, right? I'd say this is the one to buy, especially since it has the wide angle lens...

[@er888win]

Hi, does this come with a wifi remote?

[@ctpreddog1411]

Is it the same size as the GoPro meaning will it fit in Gimbels design for the GoPro. if it does that would be a great upgrade camera for my drone. ☺👍

[@luaidiver7296]

Thanks to you i bought it after alot of action reviews and i found out that this one suit me the best Thanks again thumps up

[@AuthenTech]

+luai Diver - Glad it helped!

[@seanjenkins2701]

hey man if you have time could you give me a idea of which to buy, i dont really know which one to buy, this or the hero 5 could you just give me a tip im willing to spend like 600 dollars on it, so whats the best xiaomi or should i go with go pro

[@Zostiel]

Ooo I might get it for Christmas, I love the quality, and could be pretty good for vlogs.

[@TheKasperlkopf]

great review, thx for the effort

[@HT__00]

what is the widest setting for the Yi and at what resolution and how many degrees wide vs the GoPro?

[@zed2860]

Can I use external mic in that Xiaomi Yi?

[@Lotus2885]

It appears from the video that the Yi does not have the fisheye lens? Or at least, the distortion at the frame edges is very minimal compared to my GoPro Hero4 Black. Is that the case?

[@unknownman9429]

Hello Thanks for the video ! Question! : Yi available to record on charging ?

[@GeorgeOu]

Regarding latency test, that looked pretty fast but it's hard to tell exactly what it is. Can you film a fast clock (you can use a smartphone stopwatch app) and compare the latency of the actual clock and the clock that shows up on the Wi-Fi preview on the phone?

[@nonhovoglia4935]

Great review. Thx

[@meganwain1]

So helpful, I'm getting the YI 2 for Hannukah now, instead of the GoPro, thanks so much!!! Great video!!!!!

[@AuthenTech]

Cool, thanks Sam

[@iJamie8467x]

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[@iJamie8467x]

Sam-Yo- Boi Typical Jew, of course you'll always look try to find stuff the cheapest possible

[@heyitsshah4621]

iJamie8467x hey! That’s mean

[@MrDgorgiev]

Can I find gimbl for Yi 4k ???

[@MrPlantBased]

hows the sound ?

[@jn45672]

Compared to the go pro hero 5 its shit...no bass..i guess thats the price difference right there

[@pablovidaure]

Good review! you've nice voice too. The YI rocks!

[@AuthenTech]

Cool thanks for watching

[@aislingloughlin8898]

Hey Ben. What’s your opinion on the go xtreme action camera Blackhawk 4K would it be similar to the YI? Thank you

[@kurry9311]

Hi AuthenTech, you try to compare this to the hero 4 session? And also can you tell me why a 64gb micro sd card is the best for this camera? Thanks

[@muh1h1]

The new Yi is super awesome, but the accesories you showed right there are not original Xiaomi ones, so you can't compare them to the Copro ones, which are actually manufactured by gopro. Still even with OEM parts it would probably alot cheaper.

[@MrLawfodder]

Great review thank you

[@scottbohachyk388]

Nice review! I think you've sold me. Maybe I missed it, but wondering if there's GPS overlay capability.

[@indydebacker1695]

dude, you are the dude ;) thanks a lot, great video, truly informative, helped a bunch! superthumbs up!

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks for watching!

[@JeffreySupit]

I like the video... but I wish you also mention about their audio comparison.

[@AuthenTech]

noted.

[@ilhammahesa9336]

What is the recomended? Im very confused

[@kkutube1972]

Does it work after putting 30 minutes in the freezer or after sitting 90 degree heat? That was my disappointment with my GoPro3. If fail in the cold and head when I needed it. Thanks. I did send in for repair and their service was great but same issue.

[@biscuitsalive]

Thanks for that useful review. The thing that I want most is an action camera WITHOUT a fish eye. You can get very wide lenses that don't bend up the horizon so much. (Something like what's on the phantom 4) That's what I'm waiting for.

[@AuthenTech]

One thing I didn't cover, it has a sweet "Lens Distortion Correction mode: 100% of the wide-angle lens distortion correction." It actually has exactly what you're looking for! When I've tried it, it works great

[@biscuitsalive]

+AuthenTech - Ben Schmanke I can do lens distortion correction in post. But it makes things look smeary. (On a 4K image) Can't compete with a decent lens I'm afraid. But thanks for response.

[@RobbyJHope]

Hey Ben, do you put on the infomercial type personality, or is this really you?

[@underwatersolutions6071]

Thanks for the Review. What about underwater shooting?

[@shanigameplay4498]

Hello there.. YI 4K is water proof ? What if I use YI 4K while driving in heavy rain ?

[@humanshieldz]

Own 1 and the firmware support has been amazing. Haven't been this happy with a purchase for a long time hah.

[@NYCCamper]

in terms of 4k quality which is better note 4 or any newer samsung galaxy phones or the go pro or yi 4k

[@AuthenTech]

Note 4?? That's crazy old!

[@NYCCamper]

Is this camera limited to 5 minutes 4k

[@udobe]

Hi Ben, Could you please do a comprehensive comparison review of sj6 legend or sj7 star. I like your reviews, they are awesome. It would help me a lot to make a final decision before my purchase. Thanks in advance!

[@bigearedmouse17]

The Hero 4 silver has a screen ? The other comparisons are the accessories available

[@SKYHOOK_DRONE_IMAGING]

Does it have video out you can use for FPV?

[@snipzergfx3991]

Yi has more warmer and light colours mixed together which looks awesome

[@user-ks8rg6uv2t]

great info, we have an alternative to choose act cam.. thanks so much.,, i need it so much

[@petergrain2693]

this video sold me....thanks My go pro hero 4 keep freezing...getting on my nerves...

[@AuthenTech]

Cool, glad it helped you out

[@ComradeSmirnov]

Yeah, my hero 4 is freezing constantly too. Time for an upgrade.

[@bike4life153]

what means freezing??

[@bike4life153]

Im german

[@petergrain2693]

The video stops recording without warining.... like an error

[@bingbong6578]

I like your microphone where did you get it from?

[@tomaszfarniok7906]

I know Yi 4k+ is not waterproof but how about it's water resistance? For example having it mounted on the motorcycle helmet do I have to stop and take it off everytime it rains?

[@intransitPH]

Hi Ben. hows the performance when connecting or connected to the Yi App? does it load fast? Coz i currently have the Yi Cam 1 but Its very slow when opening/connecting to the app or even browsing the photos.

[@RCJOE]

nice review, it will be my next camera for my videos👌

[@kkarrido]

Can choose between wide angle and regular angel ?

[@esepelisa]

Great review, terrible "background" music. Thanks a lot anyway !!

[@zanenelson7641]

Ben a idea you should try out the free board or the leif electric skateboard you will be very interested good vid by the way

[@kerickson6451]

I saw this about a year ago and checked it out in Hong Kong...suggested it to my buddy as a potential alternative which he did but no report back yet. I"ve been a HUGE GoPro fan and have had every major model but admit, I agree with your very good quick review. Thanks for that. The Yi 2 made the correct additions that GP doesn't have that you pointed out. PS What is "live authentic" mean ?

[@AuthenTech]

+K Erickson - Thanks man. The YI 2 definitely stepped it up. - And good question, I'll be answering this in a future Q&A video

[@trevorcrump]

I've been struggling to find info on whether the Yi 2 can shoot at 24ps in at least 1080p? Do you know if it does?

[@bnbrocha4785]

Hi is this recommended for doing vlog? Not really the action type.

[@SoulPapiii]

definitely gunna get this