DJI Osmo Action 3 vs Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
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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 Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Kandao Qoocam 3 UltraKandao's latest 360 camera: 8K video and integrated GPS
The Qoocam 3 Ultra is Kandao's latest 360 action camera and the successor to the Kandao Qoocam 3. It features 8K30fps 360 video, 128GB of builtin storage, 10-bit video and great performance overall.
- Pros
- Integrated GPS
- 96MP photos
- 128GB builtin storage
- Cons
- Heavy
- Expensive
Comparison of the Action 3 vs the Qoocam 3 Ultra
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Video performance
The Action 3 and the Qoocam 3 Ultra both offer HDR video. Only the Action 3 features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Feature missing
Max 360° resolution
8K 360 video at 30fps
4K video at 120fps
Max resolution
4K video at 60fps
4K
HDR video
8K30fps 360°
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
No slow motion video
RockSteady 3.0
Stabilization
SuperSteady 2.0
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra offers a much larger battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
1770mAh
Battery capacity
2280mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
160min at 1080p
Battery life
100min 4K30fps 360° and 50min 8K30fps 360°
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra features built-in storage. Both the Action 3 and the Qoocam 3 Ultra support SD cards. The Qoocam 3 Ultra supports a lot more storage than the Action 3.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
128GB
microSD
Storage format
microSD
256GB
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 Action 3 is a lot more compact than the Qoocam 3 Ultra. The Action 3 is a lot lighter than the Qoocam 3 Ultra.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
2.78in x 1.74in x 1.29in / 70.5mm x 44.2mm x 32.8mm
Dimensions
2.81in x 4.06in x 1.05in / 71.5mm x 103.2mm x 26.6mm
5.11oz / 145g
Weight
11.85oz / 336g
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 cameras have the same minimal usage temperature. The Action 3 beats the Qoocam 3 Ultra in high heat conditions.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
52ft / 16m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
Feature missing
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
-4°F / -20°C
113°F / 45°C
Max operating temperature
104°F / 40°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 Qoocam 3 Ultra features a much higher resolution. Both feature a 155° field of view. The Qoocam 3 Ultra features a much higher bit rate than the Action 3
DJI Osmo Action 3
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
12MP
Pixels
96MP
155°
Field of view
155°
130Mbps
Video bite rate
150Mbps
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
The Action 3's 100-12800 ISO range is far superior to Qoocam 3 Ultra's. The Action 3's +/-4 exposure compensation is far superior.
DJI Osmo Action 3
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
100-12800
ISO range
100-6400
+/-4
Exposure Compensation
+/-2
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 Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra specifications
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| Name | DJI Osmo Action 3 | Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra |
| Year of release | 2022 | 2024 |
| Width | 2.78in / 70.5mm | 2.81in / 71.5mm |
| Height | 1.74in / 44.2mm | 4.06in / 103.2mm |
| Depth | 1.29in / 32.8mm | 1.05in / 26.6mm |
| Weight | 5.11oz / 145g | 11.85oz / 336g |
| Waterproof | 52ft / 16m | 33ft / 10m |
| Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | - |
| Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | -4°F / -20°C |
| Max operating temperature | 113°F / 45°C | 104°F / 40°C |
| Battery capacity | 1770mAh | 2280mAh |
| Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
| Battery life | 160min at 1080p | 100min 4K30fps 360° 50min 8K30fps 360° |
| Charging time | 49min | - |
| Built-in storage | - | 128GB |
| Storage format | microSD | microSD |
| Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating |
| Maximun storage supported | 256GB | 1TB |
| Rear screen size | - | 2.19in |
| Field of view | 155° | 155° |
| Sensor | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
| Pixels | 12MP | 96MP |
| Aperture | F2.8 | F1.6 |
| Focal length | - | 9.36mm |
| ISO range | 100-12800 | 100-6400 |
| Color Depth | 10bit | 10bit |
| Video bite rate | 130Mbps | 150Mbps |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-4 | +/-2 |
| 360-degree video | No | Yes |
| 8K 360 video | - | 30fps |
| 5.7K 360 video | - | 60fps |
| 4K 360 video | - | 120fps |
| 4K video | 120fps | 60fps |
| 2.7K video | 120fps | 100fps |
| 1080p video | 240fps | - |
| Slow motion at 4K | 4 | - |
| Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | - |
| HDR video | 4K | 8K30fps 360° |
| Stabilization | RockSteady 3.0 | SuperSteady 2.0 |
| Horizon lock | - | Yes |
| Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
| Live streaming | No | - |
| Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Timeshift mode | Yes | - |
| Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
| Subject tracking | No | Yes |
| Photo burst mode | No | - |
| RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones | 3 | 4 |
| Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Audio format | aac | wav |
| Audio input | - | Bluetooth microphone support |
| Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Bluetooth | BLE 5.0 | BLE 5.2 |
| USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
| GPS integrated | No | Yes |
| Voice commands | Yes | - |