Kandao Qoocam vs GoPro Hero 11 Black
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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam
Overview of the GoPro Hero 11 Black
GoPro Hero 11 BlackGoPro's 2022 camera: 5.3K video, improved stabilization
The Hero 11 is a few years old now, but has the same sensor technology as the latest GoPro Hero 13 Black and is therefore still a great action camera. Although the more recent models feature many improvements, it part of the latest generation of GoPro cameras and is a very good choice for beginners or as a budget friendly option.
- Pros
- Mostly as capable as the latest GoPros
- Great value for money
- Integrated GPS
- Cons
- No HDR video
- Ageing image stabilization
Comparison of the Qoocam vs the Hero 11
Weight and size
The Hero 11 is a slightly smaller camera. The Hero 11 weighs a little less than the Qoocam.
Kandao Qoocam
Feature missing
6.35oz / 180g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
GoPro Hero 11 Black
71.8mm x 50.8mm x 33.6mm / 2.83in x 2in x 1.32in
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 offers a much larger battery capacity. The Hero 11 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
GoPro Hero 11 Black
1720mAh
Removable
150min 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
Neither camera features built-in storage. Both the Qoocam and the Hero 11 support SD cards.
Kandao Qoocam
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
GoPro Hero 11 Black
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
Only the Qoocam offers HDR video.
Kandao Qoocam
4K video at 60fps
Yes
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
GoPro Hero 11 Black
5.3K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
Camera and sensor technology
The Qoocam features a much higher resolution. With 216°, the Qoocam features a much wider field of view than the Hero 11. The Hero 11 features a much higher bit rate than the Qoocam
Kandao Qoocam
62MP
216°
60Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
GoPro Hero 11 Black
27.6MP
140°
120Mbps
Camera settings
Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
Kandao Qoocam
Feature missing
+/-2
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
GoPro Hero 11 Black
100-6400
+/-2
Qoocam vs Hero 11 specifications
| Name | Kandao Qoocam | GoPro Hero 11 Black |
| Year of release | 2018 | 2022 |
| Width | 1.2in / 30.5mm | 2.83in / 71.8mm |
| Height | 0.98in / 25mm | 2in / 50.8mm |
| Depth | 7.81in / 198.5mm | 1.32in / 33.6mm |
| Weight | 6.35oz / 180g | 5.43oz / 154g |
| Waterproof | - | 33ft / 10m |
| Waterproof with diving case | - | 197ft / 60m |
| Min operating temperature | 32°F / 0°C | 14°F / -10°C |
| Max operating temperature | 95°F / 35°C | 95°F / 35°C |
| Battery capacity | 2600mAh | 1720mAh |
| Removable battery | - | Yes |
| Battery life | 180min for 360° video | 150min at 1080p |
| Charging time | - | 3h (5W) |
| Storage format | microSD | microSD |
| Storage rating required | - | V30 or UHS-3 |
| Maximun storage supported | 256GB | 1Tb |
| Rear screen size | 2.4in | 2.27in |
| Front screen size | - | 1.4in |
| Field of view | 216° | 140° |
| Sensor | 1/1.55" | 1/1.9" CMOS |
| Pixels | 62MP | 27.6MP |
| Aperture | F2.2 | F2.5 |
| ISO range | - | 100-6400 |
| Video zoom | - | 2x |
| Color Depth | 8bit | 10bit |
| Video bite rate | 60Mbps | 120Mbps |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-2 |
| 360-degree video | Yes | No |
| 4K 360 video | 60fps | - |
| 5.3K video | - | 60fps |
| 4K video | 60fps | 60fps |
| 2.7K video | - | 120fps |
| 1080p video | 120fps | 240fps |
| Slow motion at 4K | - | 4x |
| Maximum slow motion | 4x | 8x at 1080p |
| HDR video | Yes | - |
| Stabilization | Yes | HyperSmooth 5.0 |
| Horizon lock | - | Yes |
| Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
| Live streaming | - | 1080p30 (HyperSmooth) or 1080p60 |
| Webcam mode | - | 1080p30 |
| Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Starlapse mode | - | Yes |
| Timeshift mode | - | Yes |
| Loop recording mode | - | Yes |
| Subject tracking | Yes | - |
| Photo burst mode | - | Yes |
| RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones | - | 3 |
| Stereo audio | - | Yes |
| Noise reduction | - | Yes |
| Audio format | pcm | wav |
| Audio input | - | Media Mod (H9B/H10B/H11B) Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter |
| Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | BLE 4.0 | BLE 4.2 |
| USB | Type-C USB | USB-C |
| GPS integrated | - | Yes |
| Voice commands | - | Yes |