AKASO EK7000

If you want an inexpensive way to record bikes, surf sessions or family hikes in higher-than-HD detail, the AKASO EK7000 is built around that simple promise: affordable 4K footage and a full set of mounts so you can actually use it outside. It targets weekend adventurers, hobby videographers and anyone who needs a splashproof camera with spare batteries and a remote without paying GoPro prices. ## What makes it worth it The EK7000 ships with a 170° wide-angle lens, 4K/30fps capture and 20MP stills, which is more than enough resolution for social clips and light editing. AKASO bundles two 1050mAh batteries (about 90 minutes each in real use), a 2.4GHz wrist remote and a large GoPro‑style accessory kit, so you won’t be buying mounts or spares straight away. Built-in Wi‑Fi and a 2.0" rear LCD make framing and quick sharing straightforward, and the IP68 waterproof housing gives a 30m/98ft depth rating for snorkeling and water sports. ## Where it falls short Multiple hands‑on reviews note the EK7000’s 4K is achieved via interpolation rather than a native high‑end sensor, and image stabilization and low‑light performance lag behind pricier rivals like GoPro or DJI. Expect softer details in challenging light and rely on post‑processing or lower frame rates for smoother motion. If you mostly want a cheap, working 4K-capable action camera that comes ready to mount and run, buy the EK7000; if you need native high‑frame 4K, strong stabilization or professional low‑light footage, look at a GoPro or DJI instead.

£59.99