Akaso Brave 8 Lite vs GoPro Max
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Overview of the Akaso Brave 8 Lite
Akaso Brave 8 LiteAkaso'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
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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 Brave 8 Lite vs the GoPro Max
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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
GoPro Max
Feature missing
Max 360° resolution
5.7K 360 video at 30fps
4K video at 60fps
Max resolution
1440p video at 60fps
4k 30fps
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x
Maximum slow motion
2x
EIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth
Stabilization
Max HyperSmooth
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 8 Lite and GoPro Max have similar battery capacities. Both cameras have removable batteries.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
GoPro Max
1550mAh
Battery capacity
1600mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
90min for 4k 60fps
Battery life
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 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 GoPro Max support SD cards.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
GoPro Max
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSDXC
Storage format
microSD
Feature missing
Maximun storage supported
1TB
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. The Brave 8 Lite weighs a little less than the GoPro Max.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
GoPro Max
1.38in x 2.56in x 1.77in / 35mm x 65mm x 45mm
Dimensions
2.52in x 2.72in x 0.98in / 64mm x 69mm x 25mm
4.02oz / 114g
Weight
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 difficult or uncomfortable to film with. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Waterproofing and usage conditions
The Brave 8 Lite is a lot more waterproof.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
GoPro Max
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
16ft / 5m
131ft / 40m
Waterproof with diving case
Feature missing
Feature missing
Min operating temperature
14°F / -10°C
Feature missing
Max operating temperature
95°F / 35°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 8 Lite and the GoPro Max both feature a similar resolution. The field of view of the Brave 8 Lite is a little better than the GoPro Max's.
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
GoPro Max
20MP
Pixels
18MP
166°
Field of view
155°
Feature missing
Video bite rate
78Mbps
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
GoPro Max
Feature missing
ISO range
100-3200
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 8 Lite versus GoPro Max specifications
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| Name | Akaso Brave 8 Lite | GoPro Max |
| Year of release | 2024 | 2019 |
| Width | 1.38in / 35mm | 2.52in / 64mm |
| Height | 2.56in / 65mm | 2.72in / 69mm |
| Depth | 1.77in / 45mm | 0.98in / 25mm |
| Weight | 4.02oz / 114g | 5.43oz / 154g |
| Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 16ft / 5m |
| Waterproof with diving case | 131ft / 40m | - |
| Min operating temperature | - | 14°F / -10°C |
| Max operating temperature | - | 95°F / 35°C |
| Battery capacity | 1550mAh | 1600mAh |
| Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
| Battery life | 90min for 4k 60fps | 85min 5.7K30fps 360° 105min at 1080p |
| Charging time | - | 120min |
| Storage format | microSDXC | microSD |
| Storage rating required | UHS-3 | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating |
| Maximun storage supported | - | 1TB |
| Rear screen size | 2in | 1.69in |
| Front screen size | 0.96in | - |
| Field of view | 166° | 155° |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" CMOS | 1/2.3" |
| Pixels | 20MP | 18MP |
| Aperture | F2.8 | F2.0 |
| Focal length | - | 13-27mm |
| ISO range | - | 100-3200 |
| Video zoom | 5x | - |
| Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
| Video bite rate | - | 78Mbps |
| Exposure Compensation | - | +/-4 |
| 360-degree video | No | Yes |
| 5.7K 360 video | - | 30fps |
| 360 video format | - | GoPro 360 file |
| 4K video | 60fps | - |
| 1440p video | - | 60fps |
| 1080p video | 60fps | 60fps |
| Maximum slow motion | 8x | 2x |
| HDR video | 4k 30fps | - |
| Stabilization | EIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth | 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 | Yes |
| Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
| Subject tracking | - | No |
| Photo burst mode | Yes | No |
| RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones | - | 6 |
| Stereo audio | - | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Audio format | - | wav |
| Audio input | Akaso external mic | - |
| Wifi | 5G | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | - | BLE 4.2 |
| USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
| GPS integrated | - | Yes |
| Voice commands | Yes | Yes |
| Gesture commands | - | No |
| Remote control | Included | - |