GoPro Hero 10 Black vs Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
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Overview of the GoPro Hero 10 Black

GoPro's 2021 action camera: premium features at a budget pricepoint
The Hero 10 is now several generations old, but still holds up as an incredibly capable action camera. It features older sensor technology than the Hero 11 and above, but the overall quality means it is amazing value for money.
- Pros
- A premium product at a budget price
- Integrated GPS
- Good battery life
- Cons
- Ageing sensor technology
- Older generation stabilization
Overview of the Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra

Kandao'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 Hero 10 vs the Qoocam 3 Ultra
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Video performance
Only the Qoocam 3 Ultra offers HDR video. Only the Hero 10 features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Feature missing
Max 360° resolution
8K 360 video at 30fps
5.3K video at 60fps
Max resolution
4K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
HDR video
8K30fps 360°
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
No slow motion video
HyperSmooth 4.0
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.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
1720mAh
Battery capacity
2280mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
150min 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 Hero 10 and the Qoocam 3 Ultra support SD cards. Both support up to 1TB.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
128GB
microSD
Storage format
microSD
1TB
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 Hero 10 is a lot more compact than the Qoocam 3 Ultra. The Hero 10 is a lot lighter than the Qoocam 3 Ultra.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
2.83in x 2in x 1.32in / 71.8mm x 50.8mm x 33.6mm
Dimensions
2.81in x 4.06in x 1.05in / 71.5mm x 103.2mm x 26.6mm
5.43oz / 154g
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
Both the Hero 10 and the Qoocam 3 Ultra are waterproof to 33ft / 10m. The Qoocam 3 Ultra is far better for extreme cold. The Qoocam 3 Ultra beats the Hero 10 in high heat conditions.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
Feature missing
14°F / -10°C
Min operating temperature
-4°F / -20°C
95°F / 35°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. The field of view of the Qoocam 3 Ultra is a little better than the Hero 10's. The Qoocam 3 Ultra features a much higher bit rate than the Hero 10
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
23MP
Pixels
96MP
140°
Field of view
155°
100Mbps
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
Both the Hero 10 and the Qoocam 3 Ultra have the same ISO range. Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
100-6400
ISO range
100-6400
+/-2
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.
GoPro Hero 10 Black versus Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra specifications
Name | GoPro Hero 10 Black | Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra |
Year of release | 2021 | 2024 |
Width | 2.83in / 71.8mm | 2.81in / 71.5mm |
Height | 2in / 50.8mm | 4.06in / 103.2mm |
Depth | 1.32in / 33.6mm | 1.05in / 26.6mm |
Weight | 5.43oz / 154g | 11.85oz / 336g |
Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 33ft / 10m |
Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | - |
Min operating temperature | 14°F / -10°C | -4°F / -20°C |
Max operating temperature | 95°F / 35°C | 104°F / 40°C |
Battery capacity | 1720mAh | 2280mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
Battery life | 150min at 1080p | 100min 4K30fps 360° 50min 8K30fps 360° |
Charging time | 3h (5W) | - |
Built-in storage | - | 128GB |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating |
Maximun storage supported | 1TB | 1TB |
Rear screen size | 2.27in | 2.19in |
Front screen size | 1.4in | - |
Field of view | 140° | 155° |
Sensor | 1/1.9" CMOS | 1/1.7" |
Pixels | 23MP | 96MP |
Aperture | F2.5 | F1.6 |
Focal length | - | 9.36mm |
ISO range | 100-6400 | 100-6400 |
Video zoom | 2x | - |
Color Depth | 10bit | 10bit |
Video bite rate | 100Mbps | 150Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-2 |
360-degree video | No | Yes |
8K 360 video | - | 30fps |
5.7K 360 video | - | 60fps |
4K 360 video | - | 120fps |
5.3K video | 60fps | - |
4K video | 60fps | 60fps |
2.7K video | 120fps | 100fps |
1080p video | 240fps | - |
Slow motion at 4K | 4x | - |
Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | - |
HDR video | - | 8K30fps 360° |
Stabilization | HyperSmooth 4.0 | SuperSteady 2.0 |
Horizon lock | Yes | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | 1080p30 (HyperSmooth) or 1080p60 | - |
Webcam mode | 1080p30 | - |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | Yes | - |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | - | Yes |
Photo burst mode | Yes | - |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 3 | 4 |
Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | wav | wav |
Audio input | Media Mod (H9B/H10B/H11B) Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter | Bluetooth microphone support |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
Bluetooth | BLE 4.2 | BLE 5.2 |
USB | USB-C | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | Yes | Yes |
Voice commands | Yes | - |