Have you ever wondered why there’s the availability of different types of gadgets in the market which are specifically designed for different purposes? If we talk about cameras then there are multiple types of camera ranging from DSLR, Mirrorless to Action cameras and each of these cameras are implemented with various useful features. If we talk about ‘Action Cameras’ then it’s highly efficient in usage and can be easily carried anywhere. In most cases, travel bloggers, forest researchers, and photographers use different types of action cameras for the purpose of capturing a well defined and crystal clear shot. Although the prices may fluctuate or differ sometimes depending upon the brand’s necessities.
In this article, I’ll talk about 6 ‘Action Cameras’ under 5,000 which are highly affordable and efficient in usage.
1) Xmate Stunt Pro
As action cameras are one a kind and so does ‘ Xmate Stunt Pro ‘ which comes with versatile features for the purpose of capturing high quality and alluring videos and images. This camera is made up of waterproof features which allows this camera to capture inside water moments up to 40 cm and it’s also capable of capturing 4k videos of crystal clear and significant quality. The relevant amount of detailing in the images is just so precise and beautiful. It’s surely one of the best action cameras under 5,000 and one can carry it easily during underwater sports, scuba diving, trekking and athletic sports.
It’s in-built with highly durable and reliable features.
This DSLR camera exhibits ‘Electronic image stabilization’.
It’s incorporated with 2inch touchscreen LCD.
Cons
This camera captures irregular and grainy shots in night light.
Xmate Stunt Pro
2) SJCam SJ4000 Air
SJCam SJ4000 Air is termed as one of the most affordable and budgets oriented camera for the adventurous people. With the help of 2 inch LTPS LCD, this camera can capture the best set of fascinating images which is an exact copy of the captured shot. This waterproof gadget can be carried seamlessly for all sorts of underwater sports and activities. The best part is that one can easily control this camera via the help of SJCam app and can transfer photos easily with the help of in-built Wifi connectivity features. Also, this action camera is available in different range of colours for better buying options.
Yi Smart Dash is considered to be an affordable entry-level action camera which is useful for the beginners. This action camera is built up of plastic elements but it’s applicable for normal usage purposes. Also unlike other action cameras, it doesn’t works underwater but is certainly useful or is used inside the vehicles only for entertainment purposes. It’s not waterproof or dust-proof as compared to the other set of action cameras which are available in the market. Moreover, due to the implementation of a good range of CMOS sensor, it’s capable of capturing good pictures under low light conditions. It’s consists of a 12V vehicle outlet system and doesn’t need to be charged repeatedly and consists of good battery coverage.
It’s made up of robust quality and is highly durable.
The phenomenal feature of capturing videos and images in low light is definitely a plus point.
It comes with 11.5 ft long micro USB power cable for better connectivity features.
Cons
The connectivity feature is much slower due to the presence of single band Wifi.
Yi Smart Dash
4) Campark Action Camera ACT 74
‘Campark action camera ‘ is considered as the clone of ‘Go Pro action camera’ and is one of the best and top ranking action cameras till date due to its dual-screen features. This action camera has got a clear finished structure and works in an efficient manner. It also comes with a waterproof casing and is extremely beneficial for the purpose of underwater and adventurous sports. It’s easy to hold because of the finished features and its made up of plastic and rubber. It captures alluring images under low light photography and is considered to have good battery backup too.
Amigo AC40 is the most affordable camera priced as 4000 under the category of action cameras. It’s capable of taking excellent and mind-blowing pictures with the help of CMOS Sensor and shoots classic and phenomenal videos at 4K 30fps respectively. There’s a huge variety of various set of intermediate solutions available for the purpose of better customisation for clicking good pictures. Although it’s made up of plastic but its structure is similar to that of other action cameras and side buttons implemented on the camera makes it much easier to capture better pictures.
It supports SD cards up to 64GB and it also consists of in-built microphone features.
It comes with good battery life and amazing connectivity features.
It’s capable of recording 4K videos at 30fps.
Cons
It not durable for a longer period of time as it’s made up of plastic and exhibits average usage.
Amigo AC40
6) Noise Play Sports
Well, who doesn’t know about ‘NOISE’ and it’s relation with the gadgets. This brand is comparatively known for producing the best range of gadgets whether it’s earphones, smartwatches or action cameras. In terms of action camera launched by them, ‘Noise Play’ is a classic masterpiece because of its well-designed structure. The prime reason to buy this camera is that one can vc easily shoot slow-motion videos up to 720p at 120fps and it depicts images with crystal clear quality under favourable lighting conditions.
It’s made up of good material and is highly durable for a longer period of time.
It’s capable of recording 1080p 60fps high-quality videos.
It comes with a decent battery life.
Cons
It doesn’t capture clear images in low light and quality is comparatively average.
Noise Play
Winding Up
We’re sure that the hidden travel and adventure enthusiast inside you must have already decided which camera one should buy purchase for the next trekking trip. I hope this article helps you out to purchase the product of your choice.
