Akaso Brave 7 LE vs DJI Osmo Action 2

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Overview of the Akaso Brave 7 LE

Akaso Brave 7 LE☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Akaso Brave 7 LE
Akaso's 2020 mid range budget action camera
The Brave 7 LE is a versatile budget action camera with a front facing screen and one of the only ones to be dust and splash proof without a case. It also offers very decent performance with 4K video and image stabilization.
  • Pros
  • Front screen
  • Splash proof (IPX7)
  • Many accessories included
  • Cons
  • Not waterproof without case
  • Average performance

Overview of the DJI Osmo Action 2

DJI Osmo Action 2☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★DJI Osmo Action 2
DJI's wearable action camera: 4K video in a modular format
The DJI Osmo Action 2 is an extremely modular action camera which delivers incredible 4K120fps footage while still remaining wearable. Thanks to it's magnetic attachement system, you can mix and match modules to transform it to suit every use case you can imagine. It's successor, the DJI Osmo Action 3, has abandonned this modular design, so the Action 2 remains DJI's current wearable camera.
  • Pros
  • 4K120fps footage
  • Wearable
  • Lightweight
  • Cons
  • SD card only with extra module
  • Modules are not waterproof without case
  • Not freeze-proof
  • Overheating issues

Comparison of the Brave 7 LE vs the Action 2

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Video performance

Neither camera offers HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Akaso Brave 7 LE
DJI Osmo Action 2
4K video at 30fps
Max resolution
4K video at 120fps
HDR video unsupported
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x at 720p
Maximum slow motion
4x at 1080p
EIS
Stabilization
RockSteady 2.0
Why it matters: A high resolution will give you crisp footage but also allow you to reframe your video without losing too much quality. A higher framerate (fps) will result in smoother video and is important when filming action scenes or fast moving subjects. Image stabilization is a crucial feature for an action camera, as it removes camera shake, vibrations, rotation and other movements that deteriorate your final footage.

Battery life

The Brave 7 LE offers a much larger battery capacity. The Brave 7 LE has a removable battery whereas the Action 2's battery is not removable
Akaso Brave 7 LE
DJI Osmo Action 2
1350mAh
Battery capacity
580mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
90min for 4k 30fps
Battery life
70min at 1080p
Feature missing
Battery extension capacity
1300mAh
Feature missing
Battery extension run time
160m 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 removable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.

Storage

Only the Action 2 features built-in storage. Both the Brave 7 LE and the Action 2 support SD cards.
Akaso Brave 7 LE
DJI Osmo Action 2
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
32GB or 128GB
microSD
Storage format
microSD
Feature missing
Maximun storage supported
256GB
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.

Weight and size

The Action 2 is a slightly smaller camera. The Action 2 is a lot lighter than the Brave 7 LE.
Akaso Brave 7 LE
DJI Osmo Action 2
1.26in x 2.24in x 0.94in / 32mm x 57mm x 24mm
Dimensions
1.54in x 1.54in x 0.88in / 39mm x 39mm x 22.3mm
4.48oz / 127g
Weight
1.98oz / 56g
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 difficult or uncomfortable to film with. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.

Waterproofing and usage conditions

The Action 2 is a lot more waterproof. The Action 2 is a lot more waterproof when using a diving case.
Akaso Brave 7 LE
DJI Osmo Action 2
3ft / 1m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
131ft / 40m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
Feature missing
Min operating temperature
32°F / 0°C
Feature missing
Max operating temperature
104°F / 40°C
Why it matters: Most action cameras are waterproof for accidental splashing or use above water, but if you plan on Snorkeling or Scuba Diving, we recommend choosing a camera which offers a diving case and always using it for underwater footage. If you plan on filming Snowboarding, Skiing or other wintersports in extremely cold conditions, you should pick a camera that is rated for those temperatures, most cameras are only rated down to 14°F / -10°C. Many action cameras are prone to overheating, even in ordinary conditions, so if you plan on filming in hot environments, you should choose a camera that can function at high temperatures.

Camera and sensor technology

The Brave 7 LE offers a slightly higher resolution. The field of view of the Brave 7 LE is a little better than the Action 2's.
Akaso Brave 7 LE
DJI Osmo Action 2
20MP
Pixels
12MP
170°
Field of view
155°
Feature missing
Video bite rate
130Mbps
Why it matters: A higher amount of pixels will offer better quality footage and higher resolution photos. A higher field of view means that the camera captures over a wider angle and therefore more action can be seen in the final footage. Some cameras require accessories to enable the maximum FOV. A higher bitrate at a similar resolution will offer higher quality video.

Camera settings

Akaso Brave 7 LE
DJI Osmo Action 2
Feature missing
ISO range
100-6400
Feature missing
Exposure Compensation
+/-4
Why these settings matter: The ISO range and exposure compensation settings will mostly allow you to tweak your action camera for low light situations.

Akaso Brave 7 LE versus DJI Osmo Action 2 specifications

NameAkaso Brave 7 LEDJI Osmo Action 2
Year of release20202021
Width1.26in / 32mm1.54in / 39mm
Height2.24in / 57mm1.54in / 39mm
Depth0.94in / 24mm0.88in / 22.3mm
Weight4.48oz / 127g1.98oz / 56g
Waterproof3ft / 1m33ft / 10m
Waterproof with diving case131ft / 40m197ft / 60m
Min operating temperature-32°F / 0°C
Max operating temperature-104°F / 40°C
Battery capacity1350mAh580mAh
Removable batteryYesNo
Battery life90min for 4k 30fps70min at 1080p
Battery extension capacity-1300mAh
Battery extension run time-160m at 1080p
Battery extension charging time-90min
Battery extension weight-2.26oz / 64g
Built-in storage-32GB
128GB
Storage formatmicroSDmicroSD
Storage rating requiredUHS-3V30 or UHS-3
Maximun storage supported-256GB
Rear screen size2in-
Front screen size0.96in-
Field of view170°155°
SensorCMOS1/1.7"
Pixels20MP12MP
ApertureF2.0F2.8
ISO range-100-6400
Color Depth8bit8bit
Video bite rate-130Mbps
Exposure Compensation-+/-4
360-degree videoNoNo
4K video30fps120fps
2.7K video60fps120fps
1080p video120fps240fps
Slow motion at 4K-4
Maximum slow motion8x at 720p4x at 1080p
StabilizationEISRockSteady 2.0
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.264 (MP4)
Live streaming-No
Timelapse modeYesYes
Starlapse mode-Yes
Timeshift modeYesYes
Loop recording modeYesYes
Subject tracking-No
Photo burst modeYesNo
RAW format supportedYesYes
Microphones-1 (3 with Module)
Stereo audio-Yes
Noise reductionYesYes
Audio format-aac
Audio inputAkaso external mic-
WifiYes802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth-BLE 5.0
USBType-C USBType-C USB
GPS integratedNoNo
Voice commandsYesYes
Remote controlIncluded-