Kandao Qoocam vs GoPro Hero 12 Black
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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam
Kandao Qoocam
Kandao's stereo camera: 4K stereo video
Overview of the GoPro Hero 12 Black
GoPro Hero 12 Black
GoPro's 2023 camera: 5.3K video, HDR video, great stabilization
The Hero 12 is GoPro's 2023 flagship action camera. It is an incremental improvement over the Hero 11 and introduces HDR video but does not feature GPS like models before and after it. HDR video can really improve results when filming with big lighting changes and will avoid your footage being overexposed.
- Pros
- Performance similar to newer model
- HDR video introduction
- Cons
- No integrated GPS
Comparison of the Qoocam vs the Hero 12
Weight and size
The Hero 12 is a slightly smaller camera. The Hero 12 weighs a little less than the Qoocam.
Kandao Qoocam
Feature missing
6.35oz / 180g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
GoPro Hero 12 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 12 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 12 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 12 support SD cards.
Kandao Qoocam
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
GoPro Hero 12 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
Both the Qoocam and the Hero 12 offer HDR video.
Kandao Qoocam
4K video at 60fps
Yes
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
GoPro Hero 12 Black
5.3K video at 60fps
5.3K 30fps
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 12. The Hero 12 features a much higher bit rate than the Qoocam
Kandao Qoocam
62MP
216°
60Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
GoPro Hero 12 Black
27.6MP
148°
120Mbps
Camera settings
Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
Kandao Qoocam
Feature missing
+/-2
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
GoPro Hero 12 Black
100-6400
+/-2
Qoocam vs Hero 12 specifications
Name | Kandao Qoocam | GoPro Hero 12 Black |
Year of release | 2018 | 2023 |
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° | 148° |
Sensor | 1/1.55" | 1/1.9" CMOS |
Pixels | 62MP | 27.6MP |
Aperture | F2.2 | F2.5 |
Focal length | - | 12-39mm |
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 | 5.3K 30fps |
Stabilization | Yes | HyperSmooth 6.0 |
Horizon lock | - | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.265 (HEVC) |
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 | - | No |
Voice commands | - | Yes |