Kandao Qoocam vs GoPro Max
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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam
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 vs the GoPro Max
Weight and size
The GoPro Max is a slightly smaller camera. The GoPro Max weighs a little less than the Qoocam.
Kandao Qoocam
Feature missing
6.35oz / 180g
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 offers a much larger battery capacity. The GoPro Max 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 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
Neither camera features built-in storage. Both the Qoocam and the GoPro Max support SD cards.
Kandao Qoocam
No built-in storage
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
Only the Qoocam offers HDR video.
Kandao Qoocam
4K video at 60fps
Yes
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
GoPro Max
1440p 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 GoPro Max. The GoPro Max has a slightly better video bit rate than the Qoocam.
Kandao Qoocam
62MP
216°
60Mbps
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
Feature missing
+/-2
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
GoPro Max
100-3200
+/-4
Qoocam vs GoPro Max specifications
| Name | Kandao Qoocam | GoPro Max |
| Year of release | 2018 | 2019 |
| Width | 1.2in / 30.5mm | 2.52in / 64mm |
| Height | 0.98in / 25mm | 2.72in / 69mm |
| Depth | 7.81in / 198.5mm | 0.98in / 25mm |
| Weight | 6.35oz / 180g | 5.43oz / 154g |
| Waterproof | - | 16ft / 5m |
| 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 | 1600mAh |
| Removable battery | - | Yes |
| Battery life | 180min for 360° video | 85min 5.7K30fps 360° 105min at 1080p |
| Charging time | - | 120min |
| Storage format | microSD | microSD |
| Storage rating required | - | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating |
| Maximun storage supported | 256GB | 1TB |
| Rear screen size | 2.4in | 1.69in |
| Field of view | 216° | 155° |
| Sensor | 1/1.55" | 1/2.3" |
| Pixels | 62MP | 18MP |
| Aperture | F2.2 | F2.0 |
| Focal length | - | 13-27mm |
| ISO range | - | 100-3200 |
| Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
| Video bite rate | 60Mbps | 78Mbps |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-4 |
| 360-degree video | Yes | Yes |
| 5.7K 360 video | - | 30fps |
| 4K 360 video | 60fps | - |
| 360 video format | - | GoPro 360 file |
| 4K video | 60fps | - |
| 1440p video | - | 60fps |
| 1080p video | 120fps | 60fps |
| Maximum slow motion | 4x | 2x |
| HDR video | Yes | - |
| Stabilization | Yes | Max HyperSmooth |
| Horizon lock | - | Yes |
| Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (AVC) H.265 (HEVC) |
| Live streaming | - | 1080p30 |
| Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Timeshift mode | - | Yes |
| Loop recording mode | - | Yes |
| Subject tracking | Yes | No |
| Photo burst mode | - | No |
| RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones | - | 6 |
| Stereo audio | - | Yes |
| Noise reduction | - | Yes |
| Audio format | pcm | wav |
| 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 | Type-C USB |
| GPS integrated | - | Yes |
| Voice commands | - | Yes |
| Gesture commands | - | No |