You’re a filmmaker. But you don’t want to lug around all your gear all the time, especially during your leisure time? Then action cams are just what you need. Modern action cams offer a considerable feature set and image quality relative to their compact size. Our Gear Guide on the Best Action Cams will help you make the best choice for your needs. The term “action cam” was coined with the release of the original GoPro HERO HD in 2012 (although there were earlier models – Wikipedia). From then on, it’s literally been a roller coaster ride. Today, you have an almost unlimited variety of so-called action cams at your disposal. Our own Gunther Machu puts the GoPro HERO 10 through its paces (Review here). Image credit: CineD Action cams And it doesn’t stop there: time-lapse, 360° video, advanced digital stabilization, modularity, dual camera – there’s a camera for every need. They all (at least most of them) have the typical features of action cams: waterproof, robust, small, lightweight and relatively inexpensive. You can use them for surfing, cycling, diving, as a crash cam, or for any other reason when you need a small and versatile camera. The new modular DJI Action 2 Camera (Review here). Credit: Jakub Han / CineD Our Best-of-Action-Cams Gear Guide doesn’t list myriads of different action cams, that would be pointless. We have only selected the best ones from different categories or with different features. Of course, not everyone needs the latest and greatest model,...
Published By: CineD - Monday, 1 November, 2021