Akaso EK7000 vs GoPro Hero (2024)
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Overview of the Akaso EK7000
Overview of the GoPro Hero (2024)
GoPro Hero (2024)GoPro's 2024 budget action camera: 4K video, slomo & photos
The Hero (2024) is GoPro's new entry level action camera, offering very decent performance at less than half the price of their flagship GoPro Hero 13 Black. The resulting product is extremely simple, with only 3 modes (video, slomo and photo), but for most casual usage, it's 4K video will be good enough to capture the fun and action of the moment and share it with your friends.
- Pros
- Simple & straightforward
- Lightweight
- Replaceable lens guard
- Cons
- Limited functionality
- Stabilization only in app
- Only waterproof down to 16ft / 5m
- Battery not removeable
Comparison of the EK7000 vs the Hero (2024)
Weight and size
The EK7000 is a slightly smaller camera. The EK7000 weighs a little less than the Hero (2024).
Akaso EK7000
38mm x 51mm x 23mm / 1.5in x 2.01in x 0.91in
2.01oz / 57g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
GoPro Hero (2024)
56.6mm x 47.7mm x 29.4mm / 2.23in x 1.88in x 1.16in
3.03oz / 86g
Why size and weight matter:
Weight is important for action cameras because we often mount them on helmets, or hold them at the end of a selfie stick while moving. Therefore a heavier camera can be dvifficult to use or uncomfortable. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Battery life
The Hero (2024) offers a slightly better battery capacity. The EK7000 has a removable battery whereas the Hero (2024)'s battery is not removable
Akaso EK7000
1050mAh
Removable
90min for 1080p and 60min for 4K30fps
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
GoPro Hero (2024)
1225mAh
Removable
75min at 4K30fps
Why battery life matters:
Nothing worse than running out of battery just before capturing the best footage of the day! A long battery life is reassuring and convenient when shooting footage outdoors where options to charge are limited. Even the use of a power bank can be tedious or simply impossible like when filming watersports. Having removeable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.
Storage
Neither camera features built-in storage. Both the EK7000 and the Hero (2024) support SD cards.
Akaso EK7000
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
GoPro Hero (2024)
No built-in storage
microSD
Why storage matters:
High quality footage can quickly take up lots of space and insufficient storage can soon be frustrating. Having a large amount of storage and the possiblity to extend it or swap SD cards while on a outing will ensure you will always be able to capture the footage you want. However, smaller, wearable action cameras often rely on built-in storage because of their small size.
Video performance
Neither camera offers HDR video.
Akaso EK7000
4K video at 30fps
HDR video unsupported
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
GoPro Hero (2024)
4K video at 30fps
HDR video unsupported
Camera and sensor technology
The EK7000 offers a slightly higher resolution. With 170°, the EK7000 features a much wider field of view than the Hero (2024).
Akaso EK7000
20MP
170°
Feature missing
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
GoPro Hero (2024)
12MP
140°
50Mbps
Camera settings
Akaso EK7000
Feature missing
Feature missing
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
GoPro Hero (2024)
Feature missing
Feature missing
EK7000 vs Hero (2024) specifications
| Name | Akaso EK7000 | GoPro Hero (2024) |
| Year of release | 2016 | 2024 |
| Width | 1.5in / 38mm | 2.23in / 56.6mm |
| Height | 2.01in / 51mm | 1.88in / 47.7mm |
| Depth | 0.91in / 23mm | 1.16in / 29.4mm |
| Weight | 2.01oz / 57g | 3.03oz / 86g |
| Waterproof | - | 16ft / 5m |
| Waterproof with diving case | 131ft / 40m | - |
| Min operating temperature | - | 14°F / -10°C |
| Max operating temperature | - | 95°F / 35°C |
| Battery capacity | 1050mAh | 1225mAh |
| Removable battery | Yes | No |
| Battery life | 90min for 1080p 60min for 4K30fps | 75min at 4K30fps |
| Charging time | - | 60min |
| Storage format | microSD | microSD |
| Storage rating required | UHS-3 | V30 or UHS-3 |
| Maximun storage supported | - | 1Tb |
| Rear screen size | 2in | 1.76in |
| Front screen size | - | No |
| Field of view | 170° | 140° |
| Sensor | CMOS | 1/2.8" CMOS |
| Pixels | 20MP | 12MP |
| Aperture | F2.0 | F2.3 |
| Focal length | - | 15mm |
| Video zoom | - | 2x |
| Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
| Video bite rate | - | 50Mbps |
| 360-degree video | No | No |
| 4K video | 30fps | 30fps |
| 2.7K video | - | 60fps |
| 1080p video | 30fps | 30fps |
| Maximum slow motion | - | 2x at 2.7k |
| Stabilization | EIS | Hypersmooth in Quik Application |
| Horizon lock | - | No |
| Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
| Timelapse mode | Yes | - |
| Timeshift mode | Yes | - |
| Loop recording mode | Yes | - |
| Photo burst mode | Yes | Yes |
| RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones | - | 2 |
| Audio input | Akaso external mic | - |
| Wifi | Yes | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | - | BLE 5.2 |
| USB | Type-C USB | USB-C |
| GPS integrated | - | No |
| Voice commands | - | Yes |
| Remote control | Included | - |