Kandao Qoocam vs DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam
Kandao Qoocam
Kandao's stereo camera: 4K stereo video
Overview of the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
DJI's flagship action camera: 4K120fps video and SuperNight mode
The DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro is overall a great action camera, that captures high quality footage in low light situations. It is very capable, rugged, usable in very cold weather and underwater without a diving case down to 66ft / 20m. It is the successor to the DJI Osmo Action 4 which was already a very popular choice.
- Pros
- SuperNight mode
- Waterproof 66ft / 20m without case
- Freeze-proof
- Built-in storage
- Cons
- Still only 4K video
Comparison of the Qoocam vs the Action 5 Pro
Weight and size
The Action 5 Pro is a slightly smaller camera. The Action 5 Pro weighs a little less than the Qoocam.
Kandao Qoocam
Feature missing
6.35oz / 180g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
70.5mm x 44.2mm x 32.8mm / 2.78in x 1.74in x 1.29in
5.15oz / 146g
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 offers a much larger battery capacity. The Action 5 Pro has a removable battery whereas the Qoocam's battery is not removable
Kandao Qoocam
2600mAh
Non removable
180min for 360° video
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
1950mAh
Removable
240min 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 Action 5 Pro features built-in storage. Both the Qoocam and the Action 5 Pro support SD cards.
Kandao Qoocam
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
64GB (47GB available)
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
Both the Qoocam and the Action 5 Pro offer HDR video.
Kandao Qoocam
4K video at 60fps
Yes
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
4K video at 120fps
4K60fps
Camera and sensor technology
The Qoocam features a much higher resolution. With 216°, the Qoocam features a much wider field of view than the Action 5 Pro. The Action 5 Pro features a much higher bit rate than the Qoocam
Kandao Qoocam
62MP
216°
60Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
40MP
155°
120Mbps
Camera settings
The Action 5 Pro's +/-4 exposure compensation is far superior.
Kandao Qoocam
Feature missing
+/-2
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
100-51200
+/-4
Qoocam vs Action 5 Pro specifications
Name | Kandao Qoocam | DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro |
Year of release | 2018 | 2024 |
Width | 1.2in / 30.5mm | 2.78in / 70.5mm |
Height | 0.98in / 25mm | 1.74in / 44.2mm |
Depth | 7.81in / 198.5mm | 1.29in / 32.8mm |
Weight | 6.35oz / 180g | 5.15oz / 146g |
Waterproof | - | 66ft / 20m |
Waterproof with diving case | - | 197ft / 60m |
Min operating temperature | 32°F / 0°C | -4°F / -20°C |
Max operating temperature | 95°F / 35°C | 113°F / 45°C |
Battery capacity | 2600mAh | 1950mAh |
Removable battery | - | Yes |
Battery life | 180min for 360° video | 240min at 1080p |
Charging time | - | 53min |
Built-in storage | - | 64GB (47GB available) |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | - | V30 or UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 256GB | 1TB |
Rear screen size | 2.4in | - |
Field of view | 216° | 155° |
Sensor | 1/1.55" | 1/1.3" |
Pixels | 62MP | 40MP |
Aperture | F2.2 | F2.8 |
ISO range | - | 100-51200 |
Color Depth | 8bit | 10bit |
Video bite rate | 60Mbps | 120Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-4 |
360-degree video | Yes | No |
4K 360 video | 60fps | - |
4K video | 60fps | 120fps |
2.7K video | - | 120fps |
1080p video | 120fps | 240fps |
Slow motion at 4K | - | 4 |
Maximum slow motion | 4x | 8x at 1080p |
HDR video | Yes | 4K60fps |
Stabilization | Yes | RockSteady 3.0+ |
Horizon lock | - | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | - | No |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | - | Yes |
Timeshift mode | - | Yes |
Loop recording mode | - | Yes |
Subject tracking | Yes | Yes |
Photo burst mode | - | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | - | 3 |
Stereo audio | - | Yes |
Noise reduction | - | Yes |
Audio format | pcm | aac |
Audio input | - | Dual DJI Microphone Direct Connection |
Audio bluetooth support | - | DJI Mic 2 |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
Bluetooth | BLE 4.0 | BLE 5.1 |
USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | - | No |
GPS pairing | - | GPS remote |
Pressure gauge | - | Yes |
Voice commands | - | Yes |