Akaso EK7000 Pro vs Akaso Brave 7 LE

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Overview of the Akaso EK7000 Pro

Akaso EK7000 Pro☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso's 2022 ultra low budget action camera
The EK7000 Pro is one of the cheapest action cameras you can buy. It is just as capable as the newer Akaso Brave 4 Pro but without a front facing screen, so if you don't need one and are looking for an extra cheap action camera, this is the one for you.
  • Pros
  • Great value for money
  • Lots of accessories included
  • Cons
  • Poor low light footage
  • Short battery life
  • Not waterproof without case

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

Comparison of the EK7000 Pro vs the Brave 7 LE

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Video performance

Neither camera offers HDR video. Only the Brave 7 LE features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 7 LE
4K video at 30fps
Max resolution
4K video at 30fps
HDR video unsupported
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
No slow motion video
Maximum slow motion
8x at 720p
EIS
Stabilization
EIS
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 EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 7 LE
1350mAh
Battery capacity
1350mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
140min for 4K30fps
Battery life
90min for 4k 30fps
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 EK7000 Pro and the Brave 7 LE support SD cards.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 7 LE
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
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 7 LE is a slightly smaller camera. The EK7000 Pro is a lot lighter than the Brave 7 LE.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 7 LE
1.57in x 2.36in x 1.3in / 40mm x 60mm x 33mm
Dimensions
1.26in x 2.24in x 0.94in / 32mm x 57mm x 24mm
2.12oz / 60g
Weight
4.48oz / 127g
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 EK7000 Pro and the Brave 7 LE are waterproof to 131ft / 40m with a diving case.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 7 LE
Feature missing
Waterproof
3ft / 1m
131ft / 40m
Waterproof with diving case
131ft / 40m
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 EK7000 Pro and the Brave 7 LE both feature 20MP. Both feature a 170° field of view.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 7 LE
20MP
Pixels
20MP
170°
Field of view
170°
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 EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 7 LE
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 EK7000 Pro versus Akaso Brave 7 LE specifications

NameAkaso EK7000 ProAkaso Brave 7 LE
Year of release20222020
Width1.57in / 40mm1.26in / 32mm
Height2.36in / 60mm2.24in / 57mm
Depth1.3in / 33mm0.94in / 24mm
Weight2.12oz / 60g4.48oz / 127g
Waterproof-3ft / 1m
Waterproof with diving case131ft / 40m131ft / 40m
Battery capacity1350mAh1350mAh
Removable batteryYesYes
Battery life140min for 4K30fps90min for 4k 30fps
Storage formatmicroSDmicroSD
Storage rating requiredUHS-3UHS-3
Rear screen size2in2in
Front screen size-0.96in
Field of view170°170°
SensorCMOSCMOS
Pixels20MP20MP
ApertureF2.0F2.0
Color Depth8bit8bit
360-degree videoNoNo
4K video30fps30fps
2.7K video-60fps
1080p video60fps120fps
Maximum slow motion-8x at 720p
StabilizationEISEIS
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.264 (MP4)
Timelapse modeYesYes
Timeshift modeYesYes
Loop recording modeYesYes
Photo burst modeYesYes
RAW format supportedYesYes
Noise reduction-Yes
Audio inputAkaso external micAkaso external mic
WifiYesYes
USBType-C USBType-C USB
GPS integrated-No
Voice commands-Yes
Remote controlIncludedIncluded