DJI Osmo Action 3 vs Akaso Brave 8
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Overview of the DJI Osmo Action 3
DJI Osmo Action 3DJI's 2022 premium action camera: 4K120fps video
The DJI Osmo Action 3 was released in 2022 and while it is a few years old, it offers incredible 4K120fps video at a very affordable price. It's successor, the DJI Osmo Action 4 is mostly an incremental improvement, making the Action 3 a great budget friendly action camera.
- Pros
- 4K120fps footage
- Freeze-proof
- Good image stabilization
- 52ft / 16m waterproof without case
- Cons
- Older model
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Overview of the Akaso Brave 8
Akaso Brave 8Akaso'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 3 vs the Brave 8
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Video performance
Only the Action 3 offers HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Akaso Brave 8
4K video at 120fps
Max resolution
4K video at 60fps
4K
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
16x
RockSteady 3.0
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 Action 3 offers a slightly better battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Akaso Brave 8
1770mAh
Battery capacity
1550mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
160min at 1080p
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 Action 3 and the Brave 8 support SD cards.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Akaso Brave 8
No built-in storage
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 3 is a slightly smaller camera. The Brave 8 weighs a little less than the Action 3.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Akaso Brave 8
2.78in x 1.74in x 1.29in / 70.5mm x 44.2mm x 32.8mm
Dimensions
1.42in x 2.48in x 1.93in / 36mm x 63mm x 49mm
5.11oz / 145g
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
The Action 3 is a lot more waterproof. Both the Action 3 and the Brave 8 are waterproof to 197ft / 60m with a diving case.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Akaso Brave 8
52ft / 16m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
Feature missing
113°F / 45°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 3's.
DJI Osmo Action 3
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 3
Akaso Brave 8
100-12800
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 3 versus Akaso Brave 8 specifications
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| Name | DJI Osmo Action 3 | Akaso Brave 8 |
| Year of release | 2022 | 2023 |
| Width | 2.78in / 70.5mm | 1.42in / 36mm |
| Height | 1.74in / 44.2mm | 2.48in / 63mm |
| Depth | 1.29in / 32.8mm | 1.93in / 49mm |
| Weight | 5.11oz / 145g | 3.99oz / 113g |
| Waterproof | 52ft / 16m | 33ft / 10m |
| Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | 197ft / 60m |
| Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | - |
| Max operating temperature | 113°F / 45°C | - |
| Battery capacity | 1770mAh | 1550mAh |
| Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
| Battery life | 160min at 1080p | 90min for 4k 60fps |
| Charging time | 49min | - |
| Storage format | microSD | microSDXC |
| Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | UHS-3 |
| Maximun storage supported | 256GB | - |
| Rear screen size | - | 2in |
| Front screen size | - | 0.96in |
| Field of view | 155° | 166° |
| Sensor | 1/1.7" | 1/2.0" BSI CMOS |
| Pixels | 12MP | 48MP |
| Aperture | F2.8 | F2.8 |
| ISO range | 100-12800 | - |
| Color Depth | 10bit | 8bit |
| Video bite rate | 130Mbps | - |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-4 | - |
| 360-degree video | No | No |
| 4K video | 120fps | 60fps |
| 2.7K video | 120fps | 120fps |
| 1080p video | 240fps | 60fps |
| Slow motion at 4K | 4 | - |
| Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | 16x |
| HDR video | 4K | - |
| Stabilization | RockSteady 3.0 | EIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth |
| Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
| Live streaming | No | - |
| Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Starlapse mode | Yes | - |
| Timeshift mode | Yes | Yes |
| Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
| Subject tracking | No | - |
| Photo burst mode | No | Yes |
| RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones | 3 | - |
| Stereo audio | Yes | - |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Audio format | aac | - |
| Audio input | - | Akaso external mic |
| Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 5G |
| Bluetooth | BLE 5.0 | - |
| USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
| GPS integrated | No | - |
| Voice commands | Yes | Yes |
| Remote control | - | Included |