Akaso Brave 8 Lite vs Akaso Brave 8

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Overview of the Akaso Brave 8 Lite

Akaso Brave 8 Lite☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Akaso Brave 8 Lite
Akaso's 2024 budget action camera: 4K HDR video
The Akaso Brave 8 Lite offers a very decent action camera experience at less than half the cost of a GoPro. As a budget action camera, there are indeed some limitations like subpar image stabilization and poor low light performance, but it will suit most people's needs at an affordable pricepoint.
  • Pros
  • Great value for money
  • Lightweight
  • HDR video
  • Cons
  • Low light video
  • Fragile build
  • Lacking image stabilization

Overview of the Akaso Brave 8

Akaso Brave 8☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Akaso Brave 8
Akaso's most capable action camera
The Brave 8 is currently Akaso's most high end action camera but has started to age and remains at a price range where better options make more sense. Nevertheless, it offers a relatively rugged build and a removeable lens cover, decent performance overall and lots of accessories are included.
  • Pros
  • 48M Pixels
  • Waterproof
  • Many accessories included
  • Cons
  • Better options at same price

Comparison of the Brave 8 Lite vs the Brave 8

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Video performance

Only the Brave 8 Lite offers HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
Akaso Brave 8
4K video at 60fps
Max resolution
4K video at 60fps
4k 30fps
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x
Maximum slow motion
16x
EIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth
Stabilization
EIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth
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

Both cameras have the same battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
Akaso Brave 8
1550mAh
Battery capacity
1550mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
90min for 4k 60fps
Battery life
90min for 4k 60fps
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

Neither camera features built-in storage. Both the Brave 8 Lite and the Brave 8 support SD cards.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
Akaso Brave 8
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSDXC
Storage format
microSDXC
Feature missing
Maximun storage supported
Feature missing
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 Brave 8 Lite is a slightly smaller camera. Both the Brave 8 Lite and the Brave 8 have similar weights.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
Akaso Brave 8
1.38in x 2.56in x 1.77in / 35mm x 65mm x 45mm
Dimensions
1.42in x 2.48in x 1.93in / 36mm x 63mm x 49mm
4.02oz / 114g
Weight
3.99oz / 113g
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

Both the Brave 8 Lite and the Brave 8 are waterproof to 33ft / 10m. The Brave 8 is a lot more waterproof when using a diving case.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
Akaso Brave 8
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
131ft / 40m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
Feature missing
Min operating temperature
Feature missing
Feature missing
Max operating temperature
Feature missing
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 8 features a much higher resolution. Both feature a 166° field of view.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
Akaso Brave 8
20MP
Pixels
48MP
166°
Field of view
166°
Feature missing
Video bite rate
Feature missing
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 8 Lite
Akaso Brave 8
Feature missing
ISO range
Feature missing
Feature missing
Exposure Compensation
Feature missing
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 8 Lite versus Akaso Brave 8 specifications

NameAkaso Brave 8 LiteAkaso Brave 8
Year of release20242023
Width1.38in / 35mm1.42in / 36mm
Height2.56in / 65mm2.48in / 63mm
Depth1.77in / 45mm1.93in / 49mm
Weight4.02oz / 114g3.99oz / 113g
Waterproof33ft / 10m33ft / 10m
Waterproof with diving case131ft / 40m197ft / 60m
Battery capacity1550mAh1550mAh
Removable batteryYesYes
Battery life90min for 4k 60fps90min for 4k 60fps
Storage formatmicroSDXCmicroSDXC
Storage rating requiredUHS-3UHS-3
Rear screen size2in2in
Front screen size0.96in0.96in
Field of view166°166°
Sensor1/2.3" CMOS1/2.0" BSI CMOS
Pixels20MP48MP
ApertureF2.8F2.8
Video zoom5x-
Color Depth8bit8bit
360-degree videoNoNo
4K video60fps60fps
2.7K video-120fps
1080p video60fps60fps
Maximum slow motion8x16x
HDR video4k 30fps-
StabilizationEIS 4.0 & SuperSmoothEIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.264 (MP4)
Timelapse modeYesYes
Timeshift modeYesYes
Loop recording modeYesYes
Photo burst modeYesYes
RAW format supportedYesYes
Noise reductionYesYes
Audio inputAkaso external micAkaso external mic
Wifi5G5G
USBType-C USBType-C USB
Voice commandsYesYes
Remote controlIncludedIncluded