AKASO EK7000 4K Action Camera Vs GoPro Reviewed and Compared

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AKASO EK7000 4K30FPS Action Camera Ultra HD Underwater Camera 170 Degree Wide Angle 98FT Waterproof Camera
4K Ultra HD action camera. Professional 4K 30Fps & 2.7K 30Fps video with 16MP photos at up to 30 frames per second for incredible photos, which is 4 times the resolution of traditional HD cameras.
Wireless wrist remote control sports camera. With a wrist 2.4G remote, you can capture the world in an all-new way. Controlling the camera, framing shots or recording video is convenient. (THE REMOTE IS NOT WATERPROOF)
Longer battery life. AKASO EK7000 action camera comes with 2 rechargeable 1050mAh batteries. Each battery can record up to 90 minutes. No more worry about the recording time for this Action camera.
Built-in Wi-Fi & HDMI, edit & share YOUR action in minutes. Just download App(AKASO GO) on your phone or tablet and connect with this action camera. Wi-Fi signal ranges up to 10 meters.
100 Feet waterproof camera. AKASO EK7000 is designed to withstand extreme environments, together with durable waterproof case. With the accessories, transform it for indoor and outdoor activities.
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@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Looking for one of these two cameras? Here are our Amazon Affiliate Links: AKASO EK7000 4K - amzn.to/3I9v2QY GoPro Hero 10 Black - amzn.to/3Sirv7W

@MikeFLHT Год назад

I think this was a great comparison video for what I intend an action camera to do. Thank you so much, Doug. I'm gonna buy the Akaso.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Very cool! Please use our affiliate link if you are going to buy it off of Amazon ;)

@jimf671 Год назад

70% of the performance for 10%/15% of the price? Bargain.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

That's a smart way to express that. Thanks.

@robslater840 Месяц назад

And when not in 4k the lighting is miles BETTER! Just bought one!

@DanielLukeFields Год назад

the walking footage looked really good. the stuff at speed on the cars seperated in quality more. but if your walking and vlogging this thing is great in comparison

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Agreed. It's not as much of an "action" camera in the end. Super durable and great for underwater but not so great at spead.

@skiesandskis5 7 месяцев назад

I watched this video about 2 months ago and I purchased it. I have been using it for my RU-vid videos the past 2 months and the only problem that I have noticed is the EIS. I film skiing with it and I definetly notice it shaking sometimes. That might lead to me buying a GoPro but it is definitely great for the price. Thanks for the review

@DOUGandNIKI 7 месяцев назад

I just watched a couple of your videos. you should add the location in the title and description so it will be searcheable and others can find it.

@skiesandskis5 7 месяцев назад

@@DOUGandNIKI Thanks for the advice

@jrallison13 2 месяца назад

Great info! I got an AKASO as a gift and now I think it fits my needs without spending all the money!

@DOUGandNIKI 2 месяца назад

let us know what you think after you've used it for a while!

@RollWithSoul317 Год назад

Thank you for the very informative and detailed review! My EK 7000 was just delivered today ( Memorial Day) and I am unboxing it as I am watching your video! Looking at your video using the EK 7000, the main feature that is missing is the EIS (electronic image stabilization) which is noticeable when you were walking and with your RC. I believe that this camera will work great on a tripod (stationary) or just limiting my arm movement while recording. I would have to use my wrist like a gimbal. I will gladly work with this camera for a while and then move up to the Bravo. Also, I just subscribed and I’m looking forward to your next video on the AKASO brand of cameras.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Thanks so much and welcome to the channel! Enjoy the camera and check back in to let us know how it is working for you!

@ravon1982 Год назад

I have to agree other then the EIS, this camera seems like a great deal. I am buying one to record my hiking trip and think the wrist action is going to have to be on its A game lol. great review.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@ravon1982 Thanks so much! Here is the affiliate link so you don't have to dig for it: amzn.to/3I9v2QY

@Bhrazz 5 месяцев назад

very good review, the picture quality is almost the same but what changed a lot was the stabilisation.

@DOUGandNIKI 5 месяцев назад

agreed

@matthewlong7073 20 дней назад

Great review, thanks for helping us out here!!! 💪🏻👊

@DOUGandNIKI 20 дней назад

No problem 👍 Did you make a decision?

@flyingthesails6801 16 дней назад

Excellent video and very good information. Luved the "Like Amazon kind of quality stuff..." That comment is Gold!!! Can I use it sometime? Kind of sums up quality standards.

@flipmode00 Год назад

I just bought one with all the AKASO Outdoor Sports Action Camera Accessories for $3.99 at a value village store.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Sweet! That is so cool.

@landmark22 Год назад

Wow

@mycoolbeernuts6870 11 дней назад

Thanks I got one for 26 dollars at Target - fingers crossed

@DOUGandNIKI 11 дней назад

what are you planning on using it for?

@mycoolbeernuts6870 11 дней назад

@@DOUGandNIKI Surfing: It's the end of the season and the ocean waves are are going OFF! -Maybe some Surfskating later this fall

@soihavetoplay День назад

Doug I am watching this video after I bought the Akaso. In your video, the Akaso was definitely shaking a lot more. Is the stability the big difference? I do not care much for 4K until the screens for it are more common. But the video stability is more of an obvious. What do you think? Thanks, awesome video!

@DOUGandNIKI День назад

what kind of content are you shooting?

@soihavetoplay День назад

@@DOUGandNIKI hi, I am starting to record some kayaking adventures. So there is movement while paddling etc. although not as drastic as running or cycling. Thanks

@DOUGandNIKI День назад

@@soihavetoplay I wouldn't do that without some level of image stableization. Also... don't sell the 4K short. Even if you can't get maximum use out of it in gives you a little insurance that your video won't look like crap 3, 5, 10 years from now.

@soihavetoplay День назад

@@DOUGandNIKI thanks for the engagement!! Yes, I got the Brave 7 LE. I think recent makes have included improvements. I’ll keep you posted how it goes on the water! Cheers!

@DOUGandNIKI 4 часа назад

@@soihavetoplay Share the link when you post your first video!

@jayrock2288 24 дня назад

Great video bro.. getting an Akaso

@DOUGandNIKI 24 дня назад

Thanks! Are you looking for a new camera?

@kennydifficult666 Год назад

Dollars for donuts it's it preforms great showing clear visuals in low light 😤⚡️

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Agreed! I've always been a fan of the dollars for donuts phrase!

@semnalextrabii1994 Год назад

I ordered yesterday because i love to ride on bike. Tomorrow i will see the results, i can t wait!

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Can't wait to hear how it goes!

@semnalextrabii1994 Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI i ll let you know, sir!

@primonomeultimonome Год назад

@@semnalextrabii1994So how does it work?

@ronaldberua8751 Год назад

Bike ride Review?

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@ronaldberua8751 Mountain bike, road bike, or tricycle?

@av98 3 месяца назад

Nice one Doug. Excellent presentation 👏

@DOUGandNIKI 3 месяца назад

Glad you liked it!

@clavavahnenko9406 Год назад

You’re awesome for making this video!

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Thanks for saying that! Are you looking for one?

@PackardDog 6 месяцев назад

Awesome vid. Will this take an external battery pack for extended recording. I want to record my boys baseball games. External mic?

@DOUGandNIKI 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for the kind comments. Uhm... I don't know on either! I would think external power wouldn't be an issue but I don't know about the mic and I certainly don't think you could use external power and external mic at the same time. You can always ask them if you really want to know.

@spittyrides 5 месяцев назад

I've just bought an AKASO EK7000 and I'm looking at uploading my ride footage to RU-vid. I use DaVinci Resolve for editing. What settings should I render at to get the best possible quality when uploading to RU-vid?

@DOUGandNIKI 5 месяцев назад

That's a loaded question! LOL I've never used DaVinci but I render all my videos in an H.265 Codec

@lzh868 Год назад

Hi Doug, how do you compare the Akaso EK7000 vs Akaso Brave 4? Which one would you recommend?

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

I believe...no real inside knowledge...but to me they seem like the same internals just packaged a little differently.

@SirMattyG_ 2 месяца назад

Mind turning the music down a bit so I can hear what you’re saying?

@DOUGandNIKI 2 месяца назад

I can't do it retrocactivley but in the future I'll keep it a little lower.

@mundogamer012 4 месяца назад

I want to do youtube vlogs where i just walk around and show the environment without showing my face. Is this the right camera?

@DOUGandNIKI 4 месяца назад

It's the right camera for a very low budget. If you could afford a GoPro, they are better but if not, this is a great option.

@allabouthim03 Год назад

I wish the stab was a little better, but the audio is not good at all. Looking for something inexpensive with better audio than that.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

What about something like a GoPro 9 Black?

@VanessseXY69 Год назад

Hi, Great video, Is it possible to plug the camera in the car as a dash cam using a cable to keep it powered non-stop ? Thank you !

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Interesting idea 💡. I've never tried it but obviously it will have a lot less functionality compared to a dash cam.

@mohammadalshibli3006 Год назад

is AKASO EK7000 4K Action good for diving sport (40 meters deep) ?

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

I'm not a diver so I can't speak to it directly but I think if you look down in the comments, someone said it was.

@Thriving.Optimist 8 месяцев назад

Good video, thanks. Both Cameras are nice. It's just a matter you get what you pay for.😊

@DOUGandNIKI 8 месяцев назад

thanks for commenting and that's pretty true about everything, right?

@JennyReverie Месяц назад

Thank you for this video. I made a couple videos on the AKASO and it’s so true, there is absolutely no stabilization at all 😂 I like it though because it feel *vintage* and the price was great lol. But I think I will have to mount it onto my helmet and see if that makes any difference… any other suggestions to improve the stability when mounted onto handlebars? Thank you!

@DOUGandNIKI Месяц назад

Are you really looking for stabilized content or are you just experimenting?

@manuelmikewa388 10 месяцев назад

Just discovered the Akaso, but there are a number of options, im not sure what is supoosed to be comprable to the GoPro; just different cameras at different prices, not sure where to begin

@DOUGandNIKI 10 месяцев назад

I'm a big fan of this Akaso but it is in no way comparable to a current GoPro. the only thing that comes close is the DJI action camera. These Akaso cameras are amazing for what they cost but they are not comparable to modern GoPros. What are you looking to do with it?

@manuelmikewa388 10 месяцев назад

@@DOUGandNIKI I honestly don't have much info, just started looking into cameras so I'm not brand biased, whatever works. I'm looking for a great all action camera that can give me good quality videos when I'm riding a motorcycle or just vlogging on my vacation excursions, so image stabilization and good audio would be features I'd be looking for. It would also be great if it was waterproof and I could swim with it, as well

@chongzilla Месяц назад

What is the maximum video length? I need to record a drum part that is at least 12 minutes long.

@DOUGandNIKI Месяц назад

That's super easy! No issue at all.

@BeNice524 5 месяцев назад

Outstanding review 👏

@DOUGandNIKI 5 месяцев назад

Thanks so much!

@HalloweenFreak31 7 месяцев назад

Ty for video comparison. Really helps out. 😊

@DOUGandNIKI 7 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@CamilaDiaz.London Год назад

Great review! Thanks

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@calidistro Год назад

Very helpful video, thank you!

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@stickerupthe14743 4 месяца назад

can you post yt videos on this it seems great for vlogs

@scoa Год назад

I think the poor sound quality and the bad image stabilization will keep me away from that Akosa, unfortunately.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

What else are you looking at?

@scoa Год назад

@DOUG and NIKI At the moment, everything. The new Insta 360 looks amazing, but too expensive. I'm still exploring budget options. But image stabilization and at least passable audio are the two most important elements for my needs.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@scoa Have you looked at the iZeeker? It might be that middle of the road you are looking for: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_YVUkuzoQBk.html

@semnalextrabii1994 Год назад

Thank you for video, sir!

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Your welcome. I'm glad it was helpful!

@semnalextrabii1994 Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI You doing a great job, respect sir!

@Aminamo 5 месяцев назад

Doesn’t look like the ek7000 doesn’t have video stabilisation. Which renders it pointless for action shots.

@DOUGandNIKI 5 месяцев назад

hmmm... don't toally agree with that but as your only camera and a go to camera it's an issue.

@Sienna_Equestrian313 Год назад

Thank you!

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Glad it helped.

@ricardodias6567 Год назад

Hi Mate what you prefer to recording like trips so see castles, fortress. Like medieval stuff museums WOLFANG Action Camera 4K 20MP GA100 or AKASO EK7000? If not, until 60£ what is your advise. Thanks

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

To be honest, I haven't tried the WolfGang. I think I'll need to look it up and get one to test. The Akaso really impressed me for sure.

@ricardodias6567 Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI Thank you very much Mate. When you can try the Wolfgang. Thanks

@Leoldna Год назад

thanks for sharing it, gratitude 🙏

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Glad to hear it was helpful! What are you getting the camera for?

@ErwinLiao Год назад

i make 16 dollars a month on yt i have 44 in my adsense wich i calculated it would take 3 to 4 months left if i keep getting 16 a month once i reach a threshold of 100 im guna with drawn and buy the akaso or u think i should wait a long time for the go pro

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

I think you should buy the Akaso, use it to make some great new content, then you don't need to wait long to get the GoPro

@ErwinLiao Год назад

kk@@DOUGandNIKI

@RubenWalsh-iv5ik 2 месяца назад

Excellent review 🎉

@DOUGandNIKI 2 месяца назад

Thanks so much!

@williamwallace6508 11 месяцев назад

The pro version has eis btw

@DOUGandNIKI 11 месяцев назад

Do you have it? How did it work?

@lisas2276 Месяц назад

Battery life?

@DOUGandNIKI Месяц назад

Excellent... That's not an issue at all.

@Gamingcs11692 5 месяцев назад

When the title just says GoPro and not GoPro Hero 10 comparison I'm thinking that I'm going to be watching the comparison of a GoPro to the Akaso EK7000. To me this is not even a serious comparison.

@DOUGandNIKI 5 месяцев назад

I think the Akaso buyer isn't really a GoPro buyer but they want to know... how different is it actually. I think this video answers that question. Unless..do you think... someone is thinking should I buy this Akaso or should I buy a GoPro? The pricing is so far off that doesn't make any sense to me but maybe I'm wrong. Let me know.

@Gamingcs11692 5 месяцев назад

@@DOUGandNIKI What I'm saying is the had the title said GoPro Hero 10 instead of GoPro I would not have been interested in the video because there's clearly a big difference in price point and quality. Just a regular GoPro isn't as expensive to buy and would be a better comparison between the two at the price point.

@DOUGandNIKI 5 месяцев назад

@@Gamingcs11692 which is a "regular" GoPro?

@Gamingcs11692 5 месяцев назад

@@DOUGandNIKI The one's that just says GoPro on it or just says GoPro Hero without the numbers which are the original ones before the upgrades.

@jesus75033 Год назад

Does anyone know why my videos from my gopro ek7000 when downloaded to my phone are seen in slow motion?

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Hopefully someone will have a helpful answer.

@OverlandSubaru Месяц назад

Can it do loop recording?

@DOUGandNIKI Месяц назад

I didn't see that option so I don't know. You'd need to reach out to them directly for a more complete answer. Sorry about that. What are you planning to record that it would need to loop the recording?

@OverlandSubaru Месяц назад

@@DOUGandNIKI motorcycle dash cam

@DOUGandNIKI Месяц назад

@@OverlandSubaru 100% get a real dash cam.

@OverlandSubaru Месяц назад

@@DOUGandNIKI a "real" motorcycle dash cam is $400+ (cdn$) I'll make this work.

@DOUGandNIKI Месяц назад

@@OverlandSubaru If you say so, to me it's an important piece of equipemnt. I'd get a proper one.

@Imgonefishin 2 месяца назад

So I’m new to the whole like having a real camera thing are all so cards the same if not which one does this specific camera need

@DOUGandNIKI 2 месяца назад

Any high speed good quality MicroSD card will work fine for this.

@Imgonefishin 2 месяца назад

@@DOUGandNIKIok thank you because I actually go this exact camera yesterday and needed to know what to do

@DOUGandNIKI 2 месяца назад

@@Imgonefishin I think you'll really like it!

@Imgonefishin 2 месяца назад

@@DOUGandNIKI yeah I’m wanting to do underwater content

@DOUGandNIKI 2 месяца назад

@@Imgonefishin Do you have a trip or project planned?

@Stiffybeaver Год назад

Never realized how good the GoPro was until I started watching alternatives

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

So True!

@rottenheavenly6245 9 месяцев назад

You can't really go cheap when it comes to cameras. If you do you always end up with what you paid for....something that just isn't that good....and will end up either in the drawer or the bin

@Boankofa 8 месяцев назад

I payed under 50€ for it. Can't complain for that price

@DOUGandNIKI 8 месяцев назад

yeah, it's a great value! What are you using it fo?

@yFilmss Год назад

i was gonna buy this for paintball footage would you recommend

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

If this is your budget range then yes I'd recommend it. If have the ability to get to a GoPro or DJI, those are significantly better but they do cost significantly more. I hope that helps.

@simplydavis1658 Год назад

Literally the reason why I’m looking into it also.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@simplydavis1658 For what it costs it's really good.

@kuslerf12 7 месяцев назад

So for the price of one gopro you can get like 5 of these. Id rather have 5 good camera angles than 1 great one

@DOUGandNIKI 7 месяцев назад

I think that's the magic power here. If you can add in the GoPro you've got it all covered. What your you shooting?

@kuslerf12 7 месяцев назад

@@DOUGandNIKI going to Ireland gonna do some fishing

@DOUGandNIKI 7 месяцев назад

@@kuslerf12 Are you in Europe? Is Ireland a "fishing" destination?

@kuslerf12 7 месяцев назад

@DOUGandNIKI I'm from the us my family moved back over there my mom grew up there. Their area is apparently good fishing and hiking so I figured I'd get a knock around camera for the trip

@paulacurry4989 Год назад

Which one is better EK or the brave 4?

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

It's hard to choose. I think the Brave 4 image quality was a little better but your limited to a slower frame rate so for an action camera I'd lean towards the EK7000 as that frame rate is king for that. If you are not moving around a lot, the Brave 4 is better. Does that help?

@paulacurry4989 Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI yes thank you!!

@paulacurry4989 Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI I ended up getting the ASO Brave 7 LE 4K30FPS 20MP WiFi Action Camera with Touch Screen Vlog Camera EIS 2.0 Remote Control 131 Feet Underwater Camera with 2X 1350mAh Batteries

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@paulacurry4989 I guess I'll leave it up to you. After you've used it let me know if I need to do a review of that one as well.

@maitenarvaez9775 6 месяцев назад

Today i try the Akaso and i’m so angry, because its a terrible camera. The stabilization and battery are the worst!!! I feel scammed

@DOUGandNIKI 6 месяцев назад

That's a bummer. Return it. What else would you get?

@tgrman1 Год назад

its not a bad camera except you forgot to mention 2 faults: it only has about 1 and 1/2 hours of video time on each battery. Also, and this is really aggravating , every time you switch batteries you have to re-enter the time and date stamp. what, they couldn't put non-volatile memory on this thing ??

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

LOL...the time date thing is funny. I'm ont sure about the only an hour and a half run time on a battery as an issue. I'm not sure what camera you are using that gets more than that.

@rodneycooke6538 Год назад

Test the water proof

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Just as an FYI for you... I've thoroghly tested the "basic" waterproof using it mounted on my RC Cars bashing through puddles and mud etc. It was very waterpoof that way. I don't dive so I can't test it at depth. I hope that helps.

@user-le3tis8si9f Год назад

The Stabilization of this cam is no good

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Which cam do you prefer?

@user-le3tis8si9f Год назад

Oh sorry, I mentioned the Akaso, However Gopro has a heat issue causing the Camera to shut down. I don't like both of them (still use my Sony fdr x3000 !!) 😁

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@user-le3tis8si9f What do you use it for? It's kind of a tough shape for most things action cam.

@user-le3tis8si9f Год назад

Yeah, it can be mounted to any device with a 1/4" camera mount screw, such as helmet accessories, etc.

@PogingSweet Год назад

downside of this camera is in night. its so blurry😊

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

That's a big ask. Even my GoPro 11 Black's are not good at night.

@PogingSweet Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI im using gopro 9 at night and its way better than akaso sir. I use akaso at daytime all day because i have 8 batteries.😁

@PogingSweet Год назад

Akaso battery is only 2 bucks🤣

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@PogingSweet No doubt the Akaso isn't the same as the GoPro, not even close. But...they all suck at night, that's just life with an action camera.

@agnesb1494 Год назад

But Akaso is an underwater camera

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Are you saying I should do more underwater shots? That's what you are interested in?

@agnesb1494 Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI I think Akaso recording is lighter because that is what is needed underwater. But yes, I would like you to compare underwater cameras as well. 😊👍🏻

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@agnesb1494 That's a good idea. If I have an opportunity I'll do that. Are you a diver?

@agnesb1494 Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI no, I'm not. Just I'm looking for a good camera for holiday.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@agnesb1494 What else are you looking at?

@vovkaswed Год назад

Спасибо!

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

Your welcome!

@fyrehawkSix Год назад

Very crappy camera. Advertised as a time lapse camera and has no time lapse video function. Only shoots in wide angle which makes it look like a fish eye lense. Don't buy this. It sucks!!!

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

What did you replace it with?

@fyrehawkSix Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI I just received it today. I don't know what I will replace it with.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@fyrehawkSix I don't disagree with you that it has weaknesses but it is so super cheap, kind of seems in balance with the cost. What are you going to be using it for?

@fyrehawkSix Год назад

@@DOUGandNIKI You are correct. I am looking for a camera that can shoot time lapse day and night so it's useless to me. It does however make decent videos at a very inexpensive cost. I dislike the wide angle only video though just as a personal taste. I guess the pro version and brave have touch screen but this model doesn't so the description is very deceptive.

@DOUGandNIKI Год назад

@@fyrehawkSix Have you considered a GoPro?

@rottenheavenly6245 9 месяцев назад

Audio on the Akaso is crap though.

@DOUGandNIKI 9 месяцев назад

is there a similarly priced camera you like the audio on?

@rottenheavenly6245 9 месяцев назад

@@DOUGandNIKI buts that's my point. You'd be better saving your money rather than wasting it on rubbish

@DOUGandNIKI 9 месяцев назад

@@rottenheavenly6245 hmm... maybe. Most of the things I use this for I don't use the audio. Action shots on the car, the rc, under water. So for some uses the audio really isn't a big decision maker.