If you want to buy Action Camera, you don’t have to spend tons of money on it. There are plenty of great options that are very affordable and rather reliable. Some models can even shoot 4K but still remain cheap.
Simple action cameras can come in different bundles. Some models include a camera bag, an extra battery & charger, etc. Mode advanced models offer a dedicated app to synchronize with a smartphone or PC. It’s very convenient since you can immediately edit and share your photos and videos.
There are waterproof sport cameras. They are mini cameras created to record diving and water-related activities. The most popular brand here is HTOCINQ. In case you already have an action camera that isn’t waterproof, you can add this feature by buying a special protective case.
Exploring this category, you should also pick a suitable action camera case. The most widespread models are made from silica gel and PC. They can fit in different action cameras. However, they perform a different feature and mostly save from scratches, falling, etc.
When you order Action Camera, you need to learn about all the features and capabilities first. The review of the most popular affordable solutions is going to help you here. Just pay attention to such characteristics as recording formats, camera resolution, outputs, the possibility to add memory cards, and other details important for you. This can be the cost, the type of battery (and its life), a touchscreen, wide-angle lenses, Wi-Fi, etc. So, explore the list of the best action cameras below to pick your affordable solution.
Overview Action Camera
1080P HD Portable Mini Infrared Waterproof Cube Action Camera Camcorder for Home Security
Specification:
Material | ABS |
Lens Angle | 155 degree |
External Storage | TF card up to 32 G |
Microphone | Built-in |
Battery Type | Built-in 240 mAh battery |
Interface | Mini 8 Pin USB |
Transmission Speed | High Speed USB 2.0 |
Image Resolution | 12M |
Image Format | JPG |
Video Resolution | 1080P 30FPS |
Video Format | AVI |
Video Coding | M-JPEG |
Recording Time | 150 minutes |
TV Out | Yes |
Motion Detection | Support |
Infrared Night View | Support |
Waterproof Depth | 30m / 98ft (with a waterproof case, included) |
Operating System | WINDOWS ME/2000/XP/2003/VISTA; MacOS; LINUX |
Player Software | Mainstream video player software |
Dimension | Approx. 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.6cm |
Weight | Approx. 124g |
Package List:
1 x Camera
1 x Waterproof Case
1 x Waterproof Shell Back Clamp
1 x Main Body Back Clamp
1 x Base Bracket
1 x Waterproof Case Base Support
1 x Strap Buckle
1 x Data Line
1 x Manual
4K Waterproof Sport Camera and Underwater Camera
Product size | 60*40*30mm |
Storage medium | SD card |
LCD screen size | 2.0 inches |
Pixel range | 16 million |
Body material | ABS |
Battery life | 60 minutes |
Packing list | standard |
Portable Mini Infrared Light Action Camera Sports DV 12MP 1080P HD Cube with Mounts
Features:
1.Adopts good sensor and good lens with 110 degree wide angle, offers high quality images and videos, anti-shake sensor ensures clear images even in mobile conditions.
2.With 8 infrared lights and motion detection function, won’t miss anything in night, good for home security.
3.Built-in large capacity battery provides long recording time up to 150 minutes, standby time is about 15 days.
4. Supports loop record, the new videos would replace the old ones and supports external TF card up to 32G.
5. With many useful accessories, suitable for home security, outdoor sports recording, car data recording, etc.
Specification:
Sensor | 2Mega CMOS sensor GC1024 |
Aperture | F 2.0 |
Focal Length | F=2.9 mm |
Lens Angle | 110 degree |
External Storage | TF card up to 32 G (not included) |
Microphone | Built-in |
Battery Type | Built-in 1 * 3.7V 450 mAh polymer battery |
Interface | Mini 8 Pin USB |
Transmission Speed | High Speed USB 2.0 |
Image Resolution | 12M |
Image Format | JPEG |
Video Resolution | 1080P 30FPS; 720P 30FPS |
Video Format | AVI |
Video Coding | M-JPEG |
Recording Time | 150 minutes |
TV Out | Yes |
Operating Temperature | -10~50℃ |
Storage Temperature | -10~70℃ |
Humidity environment | 5%-90% (No condensation) |
Motion Detection | Yes |
Anti-Shake | Yes |
Operating System | WINDOWS ME/2000/XP/2003/VISTA; MacOS; LINUX |
Player Software | Mainstream video player software |
Dimension | Approx. 3.2 * 4 cm / 1.25 * 1.57 inch |
Weight | Approx. 194 g |
FHD 1080P/720P Mini Camcorder SQ8 Micro DV Sports Action Camera Car DVR Video Recorder Clip IR TF
TYPE 1:
Features:
1. High quality high-definition images FULL HD1080P DV DC
2. Compact design, portable handheld DV DC
3. Under low illumination, HD video recording can be performed
4. Video format for:1280X720P ,1920X1080P
5. Support TV OUT TV monitor video connection
6. Mode for taking pictures:12MP(4032X3024)
7. Motion detecting video:720P & 1080P
8. USB 2.0 interface of high speed transmission
9. Biggest can support 32GB T – flash CARDS
Specification:
1. Video format | AVI |
2. Image proportion | 4х3 |
3. Video coding | M-JPEG |
4. Picture format | JPG |
5. Video resolution ratio | 1280X720P , 1920X1080P |
6. Video frame rate | 30 fps |
7. Player software | operating system or bring the mainstream video player software |
8. Support system | Windows me/2000/xp/2003/vista; Mac os; Linux; |
9. Working time | approx. 100 minutes |
10. Charging voltage | DC-5V |
11. Interface type | Mini 8Pin USB |
12. Storage support | TF card(Card is not included) |
13. Battery capacity | 200mAh |
14. Battery type | High capacity polymer lithium electricity |
TYPE 2:
Features:
1. SQ10 mini 1080P full HD car DVR camera recorder
2. High definition full HD1080P
3. Compact design, portable handheld
4. Video format: 1920 x 1080P, 1280 x 720P
5. Support TV out, TV monitor video connection
6. Image resolution: 12MP (4032 x 3024)
7. Support 32GB TF card max. (not included)
8. Image proportion: 4 : 3
9. Support system: Windows ME / 2000 / XP / 2003 / Vista, Mac OS, Linux
10. Battery capacity: 200mAh
11. Working time: About 100 minutes at 1080P 30fps
12. Charging time: About 2 – 3 hours
13. Charging voltage: DC 5V
14. Interface type: Mini 8 pin USB
15. Cable length: 80cm
16. Built-in lithium battery sustainable camera up to 100 minutes
Specifications:
1. Model | SQ10 |
2. Type | Full HD Dashcam |
3. Chipset Name | Syntek |
4. System requirements | Mac OS x 10.3.6 above,Win 7,Windows 2000 / XP / Vista |
5. Max External Card Supported | TF 32G (not included) |
6. Class Rating Requirements | Class 10 or Above |
7. Battery Type | Built-in |
8. Charge way | USB charge by PC |
9. Working Time | About 100 minutes at 1080P 30fps |
10. Camera Pixel | 12MP |
11. Decode Format | MJPG |
12. Video format | AVI |
13. Video Resolution | 1080P (1920 x 1080),720P (1280 x 720) |
14. Video Frame Rate | 30fps |
15. Image Format | JPG |
16. Image resolution | 12M (4032 x 3024) |
17. Audio System | Built-in microphone/speacker (AAC) |
18. Motion Detection | Yes |
19. USB Function | USB-Disk |
20. Interface Type | Mini USB |
Action Camera HD 4K / 30fps WiFi 2.0″ 170D Underwater Waterproof Helmet Video Recording Sport Cam
Features:
Color | Black, White |
LCD Screen | 2.0 inch Screen |
Lens | 170° wide-angle lens |
Video Recording | 4K 30FPS, 2K 30FPS, 1080P 30FPS, 720P 30FPS, WVGA 30FPS |
Video Format | AVI |
Photo Resolution | 16M/12M/8M/ 5M/2M |
Storage Card | Max. Support 64GB Micro SD (Package not included) |
Shooting Mode | Single Shot / Time Self-timer (3s / 5s / 10s / 20s) / Continuous |
Shooting
Light Source Frequency | 50Hz / 60Hz |
Wifi | Support |
USB Interface | USB 2.0 |
Power Supply | 5V 1A |
Batteries Capacity | 900 MAH |
Power Dissipation | 400mA@4.2V |
Recording Time | 1080P / 70 minutes or so |
Charging Time | About 3 hours |
Water Resistant | Support, Depth 30m |
Assignment System | Windows XP/Vista or Above/Win7/ for Mac OS |
Camera Size | Approx. 5.6×3.7×2.9cm/ 2.20×1.46×1.14″ |
Language | English / German / French / Spanish / Italian / Portuguese / Traditional Chinese / Simplified Chinese / Russian / Japanese / Korean / Polish |
Record videos while charging.
Plug-in recording function.
16 million high-definition wide-angle lens.
HDMI HD output function.
Webcam features.
Support up to 64GB memory card.
Support multiple photo shooting mode.
Super lightweight, small in size.
With a waterproof shell, allowing you to film 30 meters under water scene.
A perfect mate to enjoy your wonderful time, suitable for surfing, diving, swimming and self-timer etc.
Waterproof Motor Bike Motorcycle Action Helmet Sports Camera Cam FULL HD 1080P
Item type: Bicycle Camera
Support 32GB micro SD card in max allowing you to record more wonderful moments.(SD Card not included)
Housing Material | Metal |
Color | Black |
Video Format | AVI |
Video Resolution | 19201080 30fps/ 1280720 60fps |
Mic | Bulid-in |
System Support | Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Windows 7,MAC OS x 10.3.6 |
Charging Voltage | DC-5V 1A |
Storage Support | MicroSD (TF), up to 32GB |
Battery type | Lithium Battery |
Recording Time | 2 Hours |
Wight | 0.84LB |
Package Include:
1 x Bicycle Camera
1 x Trident Fast Change Seat
1 x Bicycle Support
1 x USB Connection Line
1 x Instuctions
1 x Bandage
4K Touchscreen Action Camera WiFi Dual Screen 12MP Waterproof Sport Camcorder 170° Wide Angle Lens
[2 INCH TOUCH SCREEN;DUAL SCREEN]: Touchscreen is convenient and fun for you to easy operation and real-time monitor, preview and play back your shots, change settings. Resist scratches and daily impact.With the LED front display screen, you can easily know the status(mode/battery level/lasting time) of your action camera when recording.
Waterproof underwater 98FT(30M) – Waterproof case can protect this sport camera from water, dirt, damage, perfect for extreme sports. Equipped with 2 ×900mAh rechargeable and detachable batterie.Each battery can record up to 90 minutes. No more worry about the recording time for this action camera
Front and back dual screen sport camera – 2 inch HD LCD screen at the back for easily preview videos and pictures, and the 0.96 inch screen in the front display the remaining charge and resolution.170 Degrees Ultra Wide Lens.You can see what you exactly shoot when you are recording or taking and won’t miss out any background footage.
Wifi free APP – Edit and share your action in minutes. Download App on your phone or tablet and connect with this action camera. Then operate or review the images or videos via Android or iOS devices. WiFi signal ranges up to 15 meters(58 Feet).
[CONVENIENT CARRYING CASE] – Specialized portable case, it can protect the camera well and easy to carry your camera to everywhere you want. perfect companion for your outdoor sports,
MULITIPLE ACCESSORIES, DESIGN FOR SPORT – Featuring a 2.4G wireless wrist remote control and multiple accessories, perfect for outdoor sports such as motor-cycling, skiing, snowboarding, car racing, mountain-biking, and paragliding/freefall, bungee jump, rock climbing, swimming, diving, surfing, canoeing, rafting etc
Specification:
LCD Screen Size | 2.0 ” Screen / 0.96″ Status Screen |
Lens | 170 ° A + Wide angle high resolution |
Exposure | ± 2.0 / ± 1.7 / ± 1.3 / ± 1.0 / ± 0.7 / ± 0.3 / 0 |
Time limit | 2s / 3s / 5s / 10s / 20s / 30s / 60s |
Video Resolution | 4K (25fps) / 2.7K (30fps) / 1080P (60fps) / 1080P (30fps) / 720P (120fps) / 720P (60fps) |
Photo resolution | 12M (4000 * 3000) / 8M (3264 * 2448) / 5M (2592 * 1944) / 4M (2304 * 1728) |
Photo format | JPG |
Video format / compression | MP4 / H.264 |
Microphone / trumpet | integrated |
Power frequency | 50Hz / 60Hz / Auto |
USB port | USB2.0 |
Power port | 5V 1A |
Screen Saver | Off / 1min / 3min / 5min |
Energy Saver | Off / 1min / 3min / 5min |
Battery | 2 x 900 mAh Li-ion battery |
Battery charging time | 3.5 hours |
Battery working time | about 90 minutes (1080P) |
Storage | Supports micro SD / micro SDHC memory card from 8 to 64G (not included) |
Language | English / Traditional Chinese / Italian / Spanish / Portuguese / German / Dutch / French / Czech / Polish / Turkish / Russian / Romanian / Japanese / Korean / Thai |
Wi-Fi support system | IOS 8 and above, Android 4.1 and above |
System Requirements | Windows 2000 / XP / Vista / 7, MAC OS x 10.3 above |
4K Wifi 1080P Waterproof Sports Action Remote Control Camera DVR Cam Camcorder
Features:
With a waterproof casing,allow you to film 30 meters under water scene.
HD screen display for convenient videos and image playback.
Detachble battery for easy replacement and help extend product lifespan.
Record videos while charging.
HD 16 Megapixel wide angle lens.
HDMI output.
Web Camera.
Supports SD card memory expandable up to 32GB(Maximum)( not included).
Supports Multiple video recording formats: 4K/2K/1080P/ 720P/ WVGA.
Supports MP4 Recording format.
Supports multiple photo shooting modes:Single shot & Snapper.
Video encrypyion enabled.
Super lightweight,small in size.
WiFi function, the user can operations or review via smart phone or iPad.
Specification:
Model | F61 |
Dimension | 59.27×41.13×29.28mm |
Screen | 2.0″ LCD |
Water Resistant | 30M |
Image Sensor | 16 Mega |
Lens | 170°A+ HD wide-angle lens |
WIFI support phone system | ISO 6.1and above, android 4.0 and above |
Language | English / German / French / Spanish / Italian / Portuguese / Chinese / Japanese / Russian |
Resolution df video recorded | 4k(38402160) 24FPS/ 2k(25601440)30FPS/19201080 60fps/ 1280720 60fps |
Video Format | AVI |
Compressed Format of Video | H.264 |
Resolution of Photos | 16M / 14M / 12M / 10M / 8M/ 5M / 3M / 2MHD |
Storage | Micro SD |
Shooting Mode | Single Shot / Self-timer (3s / 5s / 10s / 20S Continuous Shooting) |
Frequency of Optical Source | 50Hz / 60Hz |
USB Interface | USB 2.0, |
Power Source Interface | 5V 1A |
Battery Capacity | 900mAh |
Recording Time | 1080P/ About 100 minutes |
Charging Time | About 2 hours |
Operating System (OS) | Windows XP / Vista or Above / Win7 / 8 / Mac 10 or above |
CUTE HD Wifi Waterproof Sport Camera Mini Helmet Cam Recorder Diving 2.0
About the Item:
The high quality 2.0 inch sports DV is a high-definition digital motion video and picture recording device tailored to market demand. It is useful to catching all your action moments and has a variety of necessary features including video recording and photo stabilizer shooting, which makes it perfect for photo-shooting, outdoor sports, home security, deep-water probing, etc.
Feature:
1. A water-resistant casing that allows you to film fascinating water sports; water-resistant up to 30 meters under water.
2. High definition screen that displays and replays fascinating videos recorded.
3. Detachable battery that is easy to replace and prolongs your camera’s service life.
4. Remoter that match the camera enables you to control it freely.
5. WIFI function: Allow you to control the camera by your smart phone etc device. Download picture or video from camera wirelessly.
Specification:
Item Type | Sports Camera |
Material | ADS |
Weight | 0.5kg |
Color | Yellow/ White/Silver/Blue/Gold/Black/Pink |
Size | 60x41x25mm |
Storage media | TF card |
LCD screen size | 2.0 inch |
Pixel range | 17000% |
Battery life | 120 minutes |
PGY Cage Protective Housing Frame Universal Interface Case For DJI Osmo Action
Features:
Wide Compatible: PGYTECH OSMO Action Camera Cage equips an action camera interface at the bottom of the cage and connects any shooting device with a universal interface, such as a tripod or selfie stick. There are two cold shoes on the top and side of the cage, respectively, that offers access to the camera, light, and microphone.
Convenient: A detachable cold shoe with 1/4” thread connects the cage with a tripod in the vertical or horizontal direction, which allows for free switching between shooting models.
A detachable cold shoe with 1/4” thread connects the cage with a tripod in the vertical or horizontal direction, which allows for free switching between shooting models. The height of the top shoe can be increased with the help of the 1/4” thread cold shoe, so as to make sure the connection of a camera light will not influence the function of the camera.
Open space is reserved on the cage’s side for power delivery, connections with microphones, or to replace a storage card. Simple quick convenient disassembly and assembly
Versatile compatibility
Free switch between shooting models
Material | PC, silica gel |
Net weight | 30g |
Size | 84x77x33mm |