Sixmou i3 vs Kandao Qoocam 3
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Overview of the Sixmou i3
Sixmou i3A thumb sized, budget action camera
The i3 is a thumb sized action camera that features 4K video recording. It's an all-in-one package with many accessories for people looking for a cheap wearable camera. It's lightweight and very simple to use and makes it an affordable alternative to the more expensive but also more capable Insta360 Go 3S.
- Pros
- Light & small
- Lots of accessories
- SD card included
- Cons
- Average performance
- Average quality build
- No screen
Overview of the Kandao Qoocam 3
Comparison of the i3 vs the Qoocam 3
Weight and size
The i3 is a lot more compact than the Qoocam 3. The i3 is a lot lighter than the Qoocam 3.
Sixmou i3
28mm x 63mm x 18mm / 1.1in x 2.48in x 0.71in
1.27oz / 36g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
Kandao Qoocam 3
71.5mm x 82.7mm x 26.6mm / 2.81in x 3.26in x 1.05in
6.67oz / 189g
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 3 offers a much larger battery capacity. The Qoocam 3 has a removable battery whereas the i3's battery is not removable
Sixmou i3
800mAh
Removable
90min for 4k and 150min for 1080p
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
Kandao Qoocam 3
1600mAh
Removable
58min 5.7K30fps 360°
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 i3 and the Qoocam 3 support SD cards.
Sixmou i3
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
Kandao Qoocam 3
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.
Sixmou i3
4K video at 30fps
HDR video unsupported
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
Kandao Qoocam 3
2.7K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
Camera and sensor technology
Sixmou i3
Feature missing
Feature missing
Feature missing
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
Kandao Qoocam 3
62MP
155°
120Mbps
Camera settings
Sixmou i3
Feature missing
Feature missing
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
Kandao Qoocam 3
100-6400
+/-2
i3 vs Qoocam 3 specifications
| Name | Sixmou i3 | Kandao Qoocam 3 |
| Year of release | 2024 | 2023 |
| Width | 1.1in / 28mm | 2.81in / 71.5mm |
| Height | 2.48in / 63mm | 3.26in / 82.7mm |
| Depth | 0.71in / 18mm | 1.05in / 26.6mm |
| Weight | 1.27oz / 36g | 6.67oz / 189g |
| Waterproof | - | 33ft / 10m |
| Waterproof with diving case | 131ft / 40m | - |
| Min operating temperature | - | 32°F / 0°C |
| Max operating temperature | - | 104°F / 40°C |
| Battery capacity | 800mAh | 1600mAh |
| Removable battery | No | Yes |
| Battery life | 90min for 4k 150min for 1080p | 58min 5.7K30fps 360° |
| Charging time | - | 90min |
| Storage format | microSD | microSD |
| Storage rating required | UHS-3 | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating |
| Maximun storage supported | 64GB | 256GB |
| Rear screen size | - | 1.69in |
| Field of view | - | 155° |
| Sensor | - | 1/1.55" |
| Pixels | - | 62MP |
| Aperture | - | F1.6 |
| Focal length | - | 9.36mm |
| ISO range | - | 100-6400 |
| Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
| Video bite rate | - | 120Mbps |
| Exposure Compensation | - | +/-2 |
| 360-degree video | No | Yes |
| 5.7K 360 video | - | 30fps |
| 4K 360 video | - | 60fps |
| 4K video | 30fps | - |
| 2.7K video | - | 60fps |
| 1080p video | 30fps | - |
| Stabilization | Yes | SuperSteady 2.0 |
| Horizon lock | - | Yes |
| Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
| Timelapse mode | - | Yes |
| Loop recording mode | - | Yes |
| Subject tracking | - | Yes |
| RAW format supported | - | Yes |
| Microphones | - | 4 |
| Stereo audio | - | Yes |
| Noise reduction | - | Yes |
| Audio format | - | wav |
| Audio bluetooth support | - | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | - | BLE 4.2 |
| USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |