If you are looking for video action camera deals but don’t want to pay big bucks for a GoPro camera, we pulled together a selection of less costly GoPro alternatives. If you want to record videos of your adventures, GoPro makes some of the best action cameras available. The GoPro Hero5 Black, for example, is considered the standard for these rugged handheld devices. The GoPro downside, however, is their prices. The good news, however, is that GoPro isn’t the only choice for small action cameras. You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to buy creditable action video cameras. Crosstour, Oclu, Akaso, Yuntab, Campark, and a host of other manufacturers have entered this burgeoning market with their own high-quality, low-cost GoPro alternatives action cams and underwater video recorders. There are plenty of excellent bargains right now.
- Oclu — $199 with code OCLU100
- AKASO EK7000 4K30FPS Action Camera Ultra HD Underwater Camera – $57, was $120
- Dragon Touch 4K Action Camera — $54, was $80
- OgooSwift OC1/BLK Swift 4K Action Camera — $60, was $100
- AKASO Brave 4 4K 20MP Action Camera Ultra HD with Underwater Camera — $80 with coupon on page, was $100
Oclu — $199 with code OCLU100
If you want to up your action photography game without blowing your budget, the Oclu Action Camera is a 4K machine packed with professional features. The Oclu records in 4K resolution at 30 frames per second (fps) and up to 120fps in 1080p HD mode. You can also select image stabilization in 1080p mode for up to 60fps video capture, plus it can take 12MP still images. You can select the LiveCut feature to deleted unwanted recordings immediately. IPX7 water-resistant even without an optional OcShell, the low profile Oclu camera has eight toggle-selected shooting modes including Photo, Video, Burst, LiveCut, Loop Record, Multi-photo, Time Lapse, and Motion-Activated Recording.
The Oclu Action Camera is on sale on the company website for $100 off when you use the discount code OCLU100. Buy the camera by itself during this sale or take advantage of discounts of up to 26% on accessory bundles for general adventures, motorsports, snow sports, and more.
AKASO EK7000 4K30FPS Action Camera Ultra HD Underwater Camera – $57, was $120
If you’re looking for a capable action camera for multiple adventures and vlogging, you can’t beat the AKASO EK7000 4K30FPS Action Camera Ultra HD Underwater Camera. You can use this camera while skiing, surfing, or diving with its 98-foot underwater rating. This camera supports up to 30fps 4K video and 1080p full HD at up to 120fps. The Crosstour Action comes with two rechargeable batteries each good for up to 90 minutes of continuous recording. Wireless wristband remote control lets you start, stop, and adjust the camera without stopping.
Dragon Touch 4K Action Camera — $54, was $80
Use the Dragon Touch
OgooSwift OC1/BLK Swift 4K Action Camera — $60, was $100
The Orgoo Swift OC1 waterproof camera employs a Sony sensor to shoot 20MP images and 40K/30fps video. Electronic image stabilization with a 6-axis gyroscope keeps the picture steady. Case, charger, and two rechargeable batteries are included plus multiple mounts, a Bluetooth wearable remote control, and a mini tripod.
AKASO Brave 4 4K 20MP Action Camera Ultra HD with Underwater Camera — $80 with coupon on page, was $100
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