DJI Osmo Action 2 vs Akaso Brave 8

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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

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 Action 2 vs the Brave 8

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Video performance

Neither camera offers HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
DJI Osmo Action 2
Akaso Brave 8
4K video at 120fps
Max resolution
4K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
4x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
16x
RockSteady 2.0
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 offers a much larger battery capacity. The Brave 8 has a removable battery whereas the Action 2's battery is not removable
DJI Osmo Action 2
Akaso Brave 8
580mAh
Battery capacity
1550mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
70min at 1080p
Battery life
90min for 4k 60fps
1300mAh
Battery extension capacity
Feature missing
160m at 1080p
Battery extension run time
Feature missing
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 Action 2 and the Brave 8 support SD cards.
DJI Osmo Action 2
Akaso Brave 8
32GB or 128GB
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSDXC
256GB
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 Action 2 is a lot more compact than the Brave 8. The Action 2 is a lot lighter than the Brave 8.
DJI Osmo Action 2
Akaso Brave 8
1.54in x 1.54in x 0.88in / 39mm x 39mm x 22.3mm
Dimensions
1.42in x 2.48in x 1.93in / 36mm x 63mm x 49mm
1.98oz / 56g
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 Action 2 and the Brave 8 are waterproof to 33ft / 10m. Both the Action 2 and the Brave 8 are waterproof to 197ft / 60m with a diving case.
DJI Osmo Action 2
Akaso Brave 8
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
32°F / 0°C
Min operating temperature
Feature missing
104°F / 40°C
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. The field of view of the Brave 8 is a little better than the Action 2's.
DJI Osmo Action 2
Akaso Brave 8
12MP
Pixels
48MP
155°
Field of view
166°
130Mbps
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

DJI Osmo Action 2
Akaso Brave 8
100-6400
ISO range
Feature missing
+/-4
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.

DJI Osmo Action 2 versus Akaso Brave 8 specifications

NameDJI Osmo Action 2Akaso Brave 8
Year of release20212023
Width1.54in / 39mm1.42in / 36mm
Height1.54in / 39mm2.48in / 63mm
Depth0.88in / 22.3mm1.93in / 49mm
Weight1.98oz / 56g3.99oz / 113g
Waterproof33ft / 10m33ft / 10m
Waterproof with diving case197ft / 60m197ft / 60m
Min operating temperature32°F / 0°C-
Max operating temperature104°F / 40°C-
Battery capacity580mAh1550mAh
Removable batteryNoYes
Battery life70min at 1080p90min for 4k 60fps
Battery extension capacity1300mAh-
Battery extension run time160m at 1080p-
Battery extension charging time90min-
Battery extension weight2.26oz / 64g-
Built-in storage32GB
128GB
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Storage formatmicroSDmicroSDXC
Storage rating requiredV30 or UHS-3UHS-3
Maximun storage supported256GB-
Rear screen size-2in
Front screen size-0.96in
Field of view155°166°
Sensor1/1.7"1/2.0" BSI CMOS
Pixels12MP48MP
ApertureF2.8F2.8
ISO range100-6400-
Color Depth8bit8bit
Video bite rate130Mbps-
Exposure Compensation+/-4-
360-degree videoNoNo
4K video120fps60fps
2.7K video120fps120fps
1080p video240fps60fps
Slow motion at 4K4-
Maximum slow motion4x at 1080p16x
StabilizationRockSteady 2.0EIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.264 (MP4)
Live streamingNo-
Timelapse modeYesYes
Starlapse modeYes-
Timeshift modeYesYes
Loop recording modeYesYes
Subject trackingNo-
Photo burst modeNoYes
RAW format supportedYesYes
Microphones1 (3 with Module)-
Stereo audioYes-
Noise reductionYesYes
Audio formataac-
Audio input-Akaso external mic
Wifi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac5G
BluetoothBLE 5.0-
USBType-C USBType-C USB
GPS integratedNo-
Voice commandsYesYes
Remote control-Included