Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Beginners Action Cameras

1. DJI Osmo Action 4K HDR Waterproof Camera Beginners Bundle - with Free SanDisk Ultra 32GB microSDHC

User Ratings: 70 6

DJI DJIOSMACTNBAB3 First Impressions

"The result was pretty good."

I tried an 128G SD card and it worked. I especially like it simplified design. This little camera will amaze you. So, will definitely keep it instead of Sony cam! I contacted DJI customer service and they were amazing.

• DJI Osmo Action 4K HDR Waterproof Camera Beginners Bundle - with Free SanDisk Ultra 32GB microSDHC
• Dual Screens: Whether you want to record your world from behind a lens or be the star of the show, Osmo Action's dual screens allow you to capture it all with the touch of a button. A vivid front screen lets you frame yourself effortlessly in any setting, while the back screen delivers a crystal-clear, hyper-responsive display.
• RockSteady, Made to Move: RockSteady combines EIS with complex algorithms, delivering stable, shake-free footage no matter how heavy the action gets.
• More Dynamic Detail with HDR Video: Dramatically enhance the dynamic range of your footage when recording with HDR video. This shooting mode delivers natural transitions between light and dark areas, capturing rich details that are often lost in environments with complex lighting.
• 11 M Waterproof: Sporting a watertight seal and a hydrophobic coating on the back touchscreen, Osmo Action is waterproof at depths of up to 11 meters, making it the perfect underwater companion.
• Backed by DJI customer support - Includes Full DJI USA WARRANTY
• Batteries: 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)

• Editor's Impressions Of The DJI DJIOSMACTNBAB3
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Here Are Some Other Related Action Cameras

2. EZVIZ One Action Camera HD 1080P 60FPS WiFi Enabled (Blue)

User Ratings: 55

EZVIZ One (Blue) First Impressions

"We love this camera!"

Very good customer service top notch. Just used the camera for the first time snorkeling today. I cant give the EZVIZ One (Blue) enough stars. So, will definitely keep it instead of Sony cam! I don't consider these as cons, just my observations.

• EZVIZ One Action Camera HD 1080P 60FPS WiFi Enabled (Blue)
• VIDEO RECORDING 1080P/60FPS, 720P/120FPS, 480P/240FPS.
• CAPTURE BURST PHOTO at 16MP 5PFS or 5MP at 30FPS.
• LONG BATTERY LIFE with up to 3 hours recording time on 720p/30FPS, 2.33 hours for 1080p/30FPS.
• DURABLE AND WATERPROOF housing up to 131 feet (40m) while enjoying smooth video recording from an integrated G-sensor for image auto-flipping.
• CAPTURE MORE ACTION with a 152° wide viewing-angle.
• CONTROL AND SHARE with Wi-Fi connectivity to the EZVIZ Sports App.
• ADAPTABLE with 1/4" mount that fits most action camera mounting brackets and accessories. Device accepts up to a 64GB UHS-1 micro SD card.
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)

• Editor's Impressions Of The EZVIZ One (Blue)
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3. DRIVE PROOF TOUCH SCREEN CAR CAMERA

User Ratings: 50

KJB First Impressions

"Very good!"

The quality is decent for the size. My friends are impressed by my work with this Beginners Action Camera. But the misrepresentation of the angle will cost a star. The accessories feel high quality, and I'm sure they are. I'll hear about that one with my critical family member.

• DRIVE PROOF TOUCH SCREEN CAR CAMERA
• Two 720P HD Video Cameras
• Touch Screen 4.3in LCD Monitor
• Motion Activation
• Automatic shutdown to keep from depleting battery
• Playback on your computer or the LCD screen

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4. GoPro HERO8 Black Action Camera w/GoPro Smart Remote and 32GB Memory Card

K&M CHDHX-801 First Impressions

"Great Buy!"

Amazing video quality and from something so small. I wanted an inexpensive camera to videotape snorkeling in Maui. This thing is solid as ever. And it’s not so much the video quality, but rather the size. The device itself is fabulous.

• GoPro HERO8 Black Action Camera w/GoPro Smart Remote and 32GB Memory Card
• This K&M Bundle Includes All Standard GoPro Accessories + Limited 1-Year Warranty (through Manufacturer)
• GoPro HERO 8 Box Includes: GoPro HERO8 Black, Rechargeable Battery, Curved Adhesive Mount, Mounting Buckle, Thumbscrew, USB-C Cable, Limited 1-Year Warranty
• GoPro Hero 8 Features: HyperSmooth 2.0 Video Stabilization, TimeWarp 2.0 Stabilized Time-Lapse Video, Live streaming in 1080p, RAW in all Photo modes, Night lapse video

• Editor's Impressions Of The K&M CHDHX-801
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5. DJI Osmo Pocket Gimbal 3-Axis Stabilized Handheld Camera with 64GB SD Card Supports 4K Video

User Ratings: 66 9

DJI First Impressions

"Great Buy!"

It is small and takes awesome pictures! Here's a few underwater pictures from my trip! Great purchase and highly recommended. I will be taking this to my trip to the Philippines. Overall an okay Beginners Action Camera that is probably more hype.

• DJI Osmo Pocket Gimbal 3-Axis Stabilized Handheld Camera with 64GB SD Card Supports 4K Video
• Osmo Pocket does not include any SD cards in the box. Additional 64GB microSD Card with Adapter included (UHS 3; High-performance for 4K UHD video recording; Brand May Vary)
• Additional 3.5mm Adapter allows the user to plug in an external 3.5mm microphone into Osmo Pocket for higher-quality sound recording.
• Lightweight and Portable: As the smallest 3-axis stabilized handheld camera DJI has ever designed, the compact and intelligent Osmo Pocket turns any moment into a cinematic memory. 3-Axis Mechanical Gimbal: The Osmo Pocket camera is equipped with a remarkable 3-axis stabilized gimbal and a new algorithm that ensures a control accuracy of ±0.005° and maximum control speed of 120°/s.
• Amazingly Powerful Performance: Osmo Pocket snaps photos in stunning detail, thanks to a 1/2.3-inch sensor, 80° FOV, and f/2.0 aperture. It can also shoot 4K/60fps video at 100Mbps and photos at 12 MP with a pixel size of 1.55 μm for footage worth sharing every time.
• DJI Mimo: Osmo Pocket is meant for anyone with a story to tell, which is why we developed DJI Mimo. This dedicated app expands your imagination with editing tools and opens the door to a community that inspires your own visual storytelling.
• Batteries: 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required.

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6. AKASO Brave 4 4K 20MP WiFi Action Camera Ultra HD with EIS 30m Underwater Waterproof Camera Remote C...

User Ratings: 71 5

AKASO Brave4 First Impressions

"It worked great."

It also has a bigger battery than the other cameras I've tried. I cant give the AKASO Brave4 enough stars. It has a one year warranty that I hope applies. Comes with lots of accessories and 2 batteries. I was able to get it to power on and STAY POWERED ON!

• AKASO Brave 4 4K 20MP WiFi Action Camera Ultra HD with EIS 30m Underwater Waterproof Camera Remote Control 5X Zoom Underwater Camcorder with 2 Batteries and Helmet Accessories Kit
• UPGRADE SERIES OF AKASO EK7000: Featuring 4K/24fps, 2K/30fps and 1080P/60FPS video resolution and 20MP photos, AKASO Brave 4 action camera enables you to take incredible photos and ultra HD videos, clearly recording the beauty and wonders in life!
• OPTIONAL VIEW ANGLE AND ANTI-SHAKING: Adjust the view angle of this action camera according to your needs between 170°, 140°, 110°, and 70°. Built in smart gyroscope for anti-shaking and image stabilization to make your video much more smooth.
• SPORTS CAMERA WITH WIFI AND HDMI: Sharing & editing videos from an action camera is easier with the free app. Just download the App on your phone or tablet and connect with this action camera. Wi-Fi signal ranges up to 10 meters. With HDMI Port allows you to connect it with television.
• 100FT WATERPROOF CAMERA AND 2'' IPS SCREEN: Place your action camera into the waterproof case and securely fasten it, then you can dive below 30 meters. This underwater camera is ideal for water sports such as swimming, surfing, diving, etc. 2'' IPS screen allows you to preview the video in action camera.
• FREE VALUABLE ACCESSORIES: This underwater camera comes with 2 rechargeable 1050mAh batteries, remote control wristband and 19 accessories kit, the kits are available for most kinds of camera even Gopro. Each battery can record up to 90 minutes. The remote wristband is not waterproof.
• Batteries: 2 Lithium Polymer batteries required.

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7. DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Axis Gimbal Stabilizer with Integrated 4K Camera, Comes DJI Osmo Shield(2 Years Wt...

User Ratings: 81 2

DJI First Impressions

"It earns 4 stars."

More like I wanted plus more! The value of all the parts is incredible. But the misrepresentation of the angle will cost a star. This accessory bundle for my DJI has a ton of items. This is a very well-made little camera.

• DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Axis Gimbal Stabilizer with Integrated 4K Camera, Comes DJI Osmo Shield(2 Years Wty), 128GB Extreme Micro SD, Attachable to Android(USB Type C), iPhone
• Sold by DJI Authorized Dealer VanCityUAV, comes DJI Osmo Shield (2 Years Warranty), SanDisk 128GB Extreme Micro SD, VanCityUAV Cleaning Kit
• DJI Osmo Shield Extends Your Osmo Pocket Warranty from 1 year to 2 Years
• Gimbal Camera with 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor, Up to 4K Video at 60 fps, up to 100 Mb/s
• Compact 4.1 oz, 4.8" High Design, 12MP JPEG or DNG Raw Still Photos
• ***Minimum Requirements: iOS 10.0: iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 6S Plus, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6 plus, iPhone se Android 5.0: Samsung Note 8, Samsung S9+, Samsung S9, Samsung S8+, Samsung S8, HUAWEI P20, HUAWEI P10, HUAWEI, mate 10 Pro, HUAWEI mate 10, Huawei mate 9 Pro, honor 10, Honor 9, vivo NEX, Mi mix 2S, Mi 8, Mi6, one plus 5T, Google Pixel 2XL, Google Pixel 2.***
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)

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8. Liquid Image 369 W Torque Series Off-Road Goggle Cam HD 1080p with Wi-Fi Video Camera with 0.5-Inch ...

Liquid Image 369 W First Impressions

"This is my first Liquid Image."

It’s a bit on the heavy side but that’s not a deal breaker. The whole outlook and vintage and nice. No need to spend hundreds on something else! Very nice package of accessories. I cannot say enough great things about this Beginners Action Camera.

• Liquid Image 369 W Torque Series Off-Road Goggle Cam HD 1080p with Wi-Fi Video Camera with 0.5-Inch LCD (White)
• HD 1080P Video at 30 fps and HD 720P Video at 60 fps
• 1.5-2 hours in the HD Video Mode,Use only Class 6 and higher Micro SDHC card.
• Lens Tilt- adjust camera angle within 30 degrees
• XSC - Wearable Extreme Sport Cam-135 degree wide angle camera lens
• Features-Continuous Photo Mode, 12MP Photos
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)

• Editor's Impressions Of The Liquid Image 369 W
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9. MaxXmove MXM-AC-RIZEH4-S 30fps 4K Action Camera, Silver

MaxXmove MXM-AC-RIZEH4-S First Impressions

"Just a thought."

But the misrepresentation of the angle will cost a star. Exposed well, good sharpness levels and color saturation. It is small and takes awesome pictures! But the misrepresentation of the angle will cost a star. I tried an 128G SD card and it worked.

• MaxXmove MXM-AC-RIZEH4-S 30fps 4K Action Camera, Silver
• 4K 30fps and 1080p 60fps Full HD Video Resolutions, 16 Megapixel Image Resolutions ensure high quality videos and photos
• 170 Degree Wide-Angle Lens, 4X Digital Zoom, 6G+1R Lens for capturing more immersive and panoramic images and videos; Slow Motion Capability, Loop Recording Functionality enabled
• Comes with Waterproof Protective Case that enables underwater video and photo capture up to 100 feet for all action sports such as diving, snorkeling, surfing, diving, skiing, snowboarding, etc.
• 2. 0" Full Color LCD Display for real-time, high-quality playback; Long Battery Life of up to 120 minutes of Time
• Wi-Fi Enabled, HDMI Input for Connecting Multiple Devices (Computers, TV's, Projectors) and supports one TF Card of up to 64GB
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)

• Editor's Impressions Of The MaxXmove MXM-AC-RIZEH4-S
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10. GoPro Hero 7 (Black) Action Camera w/ 2 Extra Batteries and 32GB Memory Card

User Ratings: 78 7

K&M First Impressions

"All in all, A+."

I got this K&M to record our trip’s adventure. So, will definitely keep it instead of Sony cam! Cannot tell the difference from the two that came with it. Surprisingly it takes VERY good photos underwater. The accessories feel high quality, and I'm sure they are.

• GoPro Hero 7 (Black) Action Camera w/ 2 Extra Batteries and 32GB Memory Card
• This K&M Bundle Includes All Standard GoPro Accessories + Limited 1-Year Warranty
• Product Highlights: 4K60/50, 2.7K120/100 & 1080p240/200, 12MP Still Photos with Selectable HDR, HyperSmooth Video Stabilization, Direct Live Streaming to Facebook Live, TimeWarp Stabilized Time-Lapse Video, Waterproof to 33' without a Housing, Vertical Portrait Mode for Social Media, Intuitive, Smartphone-Like Touchscreen, Face, Smile & Scene Detection, 16-Command Voice Control
• GoPro Box Includes: GoPro HERO7 Black, Rechargeable Battery, The Frame for HERO7 Black, Curved Adhesive Mount, Flat Adhesive Mount, Mounting Buckle, USB-C Cable, Limited 1-Year Warranty
• Batteries: 3 Lithium ion batteries required.

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