Akaso EK7000 Pro vs Akaso Brave 8 Lite

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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 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

Comparison of the EK7000 Pro vs the Brave 8 Lite

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Video performance

Only the Brave 8 Lite offers HDR video. Only the Brave 8 Lite features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
4K video at 30fps
Max resolution
4K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
HDR video
4k 30fps
No slow motion video
Maximum slow motion
8x
EIS
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

The Brave 8 Lite offers a slightly better battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
1350mAh
Battery capacity
1550mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
140min for 4K30fps
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 EK7000 Pro and the Brave 8 Lite support SD cards.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
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 EK7000 Pro is a slightly smaller camera. The EK7000 Pro is a lot lighter than the Brave 8 Lite.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
1.57in x 2.36in x 1.3in / 40mm x 60mm x 33mm
Dimensions
1.38in x 2.56in x 1.77in / 35mm x 65mm x 45mm
2.12oz / 60g
Weight
4.02oz / 114g
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 8 Lite are waterproof to 131ft / 40m with a diving case.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
Feature missing
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
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 8 Lite both feature 20MP. The EK7000 Pro and the Brave 8 Lite both have a similar field of view.
Akaso EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
20MP
Pixels
20MP
170°
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 EK7000 Pro
Akaso Brave 8 Lite
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 8 Lite specifications

NameAkaso EK7000 ProAkaso Brave 8 Lite
Year of release20222024
Width1.57in / 40mm1.38in / 35mm
Height2.36in / 60mm2.56in / 65mm
Depth1.3in / 33mm1.77in / 45mm
Weight2.12oz / 60g4.02oz / 114g
Waterproof-33ft / 10m
Waterproof with diving case131ft / 40m131ft / 40m
Battery capacity1350mAh1550mAh
Removable batteryYesYes
Battery life140min for 4K30fps90min for 4k 60fps
Storage formatmicroSDmicroSDXC
Storage rating requiredUHS-3UHS-3
Rear screen size2in2in
Front screen size-0.96in
Field of view170°166°
SensorCMOS1/2.3" CMOS
Pixels20MP20MP
ApertureF2.0F2.8
Video zoom-5x
Color Depth8bit8bit
360-degree videoNoNo
4K video30fps60fps
1080p video60fps60fps
Maximum slow motion-8x
HDR video-4k 30fps
StabilizationEISEIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth
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
WifiYes5G
USBType-C USBType-C USB
Voice commands-Yes
Remote controlIncludedIncluded