Kandao Qoocam 8k vs Akaso EK7000 Pro
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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam 8k
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Kandao's professional 360 camera: High bit rate 8K video
Overview of the Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso's 2022 ultra low budget action camera
The EK7000 Pro is one of the cheapest action cameras you can buy. It is just as capable as the newer Akaso Brave 4 Pro but without a front facing screen, so if you don't need one and are looking for an extra cheap action camera, this is the one for you.
- Pros
- Great value for money
- Lots of accessories included
- Cons
- Poor low light footage
- Short battery life
- Not waterproof without case
Comparison of the Qoocam 8k vs the EK7000 Pro
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Video performance
Neither camera offers HDR video. Neither camera features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Akaso EK7000 Pro
8K 360 video at 30fps
Max 360° resolution
Feature missing
4K video at 60fps
Max resolution
4K video at 30fps
HDR video unsupported
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
No slow motion video
Maximum slow motion
No slow motion video
SuperSteady
Stabilization
EIS
Why it matters:
A high resolution will give you crisp footage but also allow you to reframe your video without losing too much quality. A higher framerate (fps) will result in smoother video and is important when filming action scenes or fast moving subjects. Image stabilization is a crucial feature for an action camera, as it removes camera shake, vibrations, rotation and other movements that deteriorate your final footage.
Battery life
The Qoocam 8k offers a much larger battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Akaso EK7000 Pro
3000mAh
Battery capacity
1350mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
90min 8K30fps 360° and 90min 4K120fps 360°
Battery life
140min for 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 removable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.
Storage
Only the Qoocam 8k features built-in storage. Both the Qoocam 8k and the EK7000 Pro support SD cards.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Akaso EK7000 Pro
64GB
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
256GB
Maximun storage supported
Feature missing
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.
Weight and size
The EK7000 Pro is a lot more compact than the Qoocam 8k. The EK7000 Pro is a lot lighter than the Qoocam 8k.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Feature missing
Dimensions
1.57in x 2.36in x 1.3in / 40mm x 60mm x 33mm
8.64oz / 245g
Weight
2.12oz / 60g
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 difficult or uncomfortable to film with. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Waterproofing and usage conditions
The EK7000 Pro is a lot more waterproof when using a diving case.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Akaso EK7000 Pro
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
Feature missing
98ft / 30m
Waterproof with diving case
131ft / 40m
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
Feature missing
104°F / 40°C
Max operating temperature
Feature missing
Why it matters:
Most action cameras are waterproof for accidental splashing or use above water, but if you plan on Snorkeling or Scuba Diving, we recommend choosing a camera which offers a diving case and always using it for underwater footage. If you plan on filming Snowboarding, Skiing or other wintersports in extremely cold conditions, you should pick a camera that is rated for those temperatures, most cameras are only rated down to 14°F / -10°C. Many action cameras are prone to overheating, even in ordinary conditions, so if you plan on filming in hot environments, you should choose a camera that can function at high temperatures.
Camera and sensor technology
The Qoocam 8k features a much higher resolution. With 200°, the Qoocam 8k features a much wider field of view than the EK7000 Pro.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Akaso EK7000 Pro
40MP
Pixels
20MP
200°
Field of view
170°
200Mbps
Video bite rate
Feature missing
Why it matters:
A higher amount of pixels will offer better quality footage and higher resolution photos. A higher field of view means that the camera captures over a wider angle and therefore more action can be seen in the final footage. Some cameras require accessories to enable the maximum FOV. A higher bitrate at a similar resolution will offer higher quality video.
Camera settings
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Feature missing
ISO range
Feature missing
+/-2
Exposure Compensation
Feature missing
Why these settings matter:
The ISO range and exposure compensation settings will mostly allow you to tweak your action camera for low light situations.
Kandao Qoocam 8k versus Akaso EK7000 Pro specifications
Name | Kandao Qoocam 8k | Akaso EK7000 Pro |
Year of release | 2024 | 2022 |
Width | 2.24in / 57mm | 1.57in / 40mm |
Height | 5.71in / 145mm | 2.36in / 60mm |
Depth | 1.3in / 33mm | 1.3in / 33mm |
Weight | 8.64oz / 245g | 2.12oz / 60g |
Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | - |
Waterproof with diving case | 98ft / 30m | 131ft / 40m |
Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | - |
Max operating temperature | 104°F / 40°C | - |
Battery capacity | 3000mAh | 1350mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
Battery life | 90min 8K30fps 360° 90min 4K120fps 360° | 140min for 4K30fps |
Built-in storage | 64GB | - |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | UHS-3 | UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 256GB | - |
Rear screen size | 2.19in | 2in |
Field of view | 200° | 170° |
Sensor | 1/1.7" BSI-COMS | CMOS |
Pixels | 40MP | 20MP |
Aperture | F2.0 | F2.0 |
Color Depth | 10bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 200Mbps | - |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | - |
360-degree video | Yes | No |
8K 360 video | 30fps | - |
5.7K 360 video | 60fps | - |
4K 360 video | 120fps | - |
4K video | 60fps | 30fps |
2.7K video | 100fps | - |
1080p video | - | 60fps |
Stabilization | SuperSteady | EIS |
Horizon lock | Yes | - |
Video format | H.265 (HEVC) H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | 4K 360° | - |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | - | Yes |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | Yes | - |
Photo burst mode | - | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Stereo audio | Yes | - |
Noise reduction | Yes | - |
Audio format | pcm | - |
Audio input | 3.5mm mic port | Akaso external mic |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Yes |
Bluetooth | BLE 5.2 | - |
USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
Remote control | - | Included |