Kandao Qoocam 8k vs GoPro Max
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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam 8k
Overview of the GoPro Max
GoPro MaxGoPro's 2019 360 camera: 5.7K video
The GoPro Max was GoPro's second attempt at a 360 camera and was released in 2019. It is still offers relatively good performance but it's age is showing in comparision with the more recent competition. It's replacement, the GoPro Max 2, is still to be released.
- Pros
- Good stabilization
- Cons
- Average image quality
- Ageing model
- Still excessively expensive
Comparison of the Qoocam 8k vs the GoPro Max
Weight and size
The GoPro Max is a lot more compact than the Qoocam 8k. The GoPro Max is a lot lighter than the Qoocam 8k.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Feature missing
8.64oz / 245g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
GoPro Max
64mm x 69mm x 25mm / 2.52in x 2.72in x 0.98in
5.43oz / 154g
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 Qoocam 8k offers a much larger battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
3000mAh
Removable
90min 8K30fps 360° and 90min 4K120fps 360°
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
GoPro Max
1600mAh
Removable
85min 5.7K30fps 360° and 105min at 1080p
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
Only the Qoocam 8k features built-in storage. Both the Qoocam 8k and the GoPro Max support SD cards.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
64GB
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
GoPro Max
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.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
4K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
GoPro Max
1440p video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
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 GoPro Max. The Qoocam 8k features a much higher bit rate than the GoPro Max
Kandao Qoocam 8k
40MP
200°
200Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
GoPro Max
18MP
155°
78Mbps
Camera settings
The GoPro Max's +/-4 exposure compensation is far superior.
Kandao Qoocam 8k
Feature missing
+/-2
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
GoPro Max
100-3200
+/-4
Qoocam 8k vs GoPro Max specifications
| Name | Kandao Qoocam 8k | GoPro Max |
| Year of release | 2024 | 2019 |
| Width | 2.24in / 57mm | 2.52in / 64mm |
| Height | 5.71in / 145mm | 2.72in / 69mm |
| Depth | 1.3in / 33mm | 0.98in / 25mm |
| Weight | 8.64oz / 245g | 5.43oz / 154g |
| Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 16ft / 5m |
| Waterproof with diving case | 98ft / 30m | - |
| Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | 14°F / -10°C |
| Max operating temperature | 104°F / 40°C | 95°F / 35°C |
| Battery capacity | 3000mAh | 1600mAh |
| Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
| Battery life | 90min 8K30fps 360° 90min 4K120fps 360° | 85min 5.7K30fps 360° 105min at 1080p |
| Charging time | - | 120min |
| Built-in storage | 64GB | - |
| Storage format | microSD | microSD |
| Storage rating required | UHS-3 | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating |
| Maximun storage supported | 256GB | 1TB |
| Rear screen size | 2.19in | 1.69in |
| Field of view | 200° | 155° |
| Sensor | 1/1.7" BSI-COMS | 1/2.3" |
| Pixels | 40MP | 18MP |
| Aperture | F2.0 | F2.0 |
| Focal length | - | 13-27mm |
| ISO range | - | 100-3200 |
| Color Depth | 10bit | 8bit |
| Video bite rate | 200Mbps | 78Mbps |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-4 |
| 360-degree video | Yes | Yes |
| 8K 360 video | 30fps | - |
| 5.7K 360 video | 60fps | 30fps |
| 4K 360 video | 120fps | - |
| 360 video format | - | GoPro 360 file |
| 4K video | 60fps | - |
| 2.7K video | 100fps | - |
| 1440p video | - | 60fps |
| 1080p video | - | 60fps |
| Maximum slow motion | - | 2x |
| Stabilization | SuperSteady | Max HyperSmooth |
| Horizon lock | Yes | Yes |
| Video format | H.265 (HEVC) H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (AVC) H.265 (HEVC) |
| Live streaming | 4K 360° | 1080p30 |
| Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Timeshift mode | - | Yes |
| Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
| Subject tracking | Yes | No |
| Photo burst mode | - | No |
| RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones | - | 6 |
| Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Audio format | pcm | wav |
| Audio input | 3.5mm mic port | - |
| Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | BLE 5.2 | BLE 4.2 |
| USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
| GPS integrated | - | Yes |
| Voice commands | - | Yes |
| Gesture commands | - | No |