Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra vs GoPro Hero 11 Black

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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra

Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★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

Overview of the GoPro Hero 11 Black

GoPro Hero 11 Black☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★GoPro Hero 11 Black
GoPro's 2022 camera: 5.3K video, improved stabilization
The Hero 11 is a few years old now, but has the same sensor technology as the latest GoPro Hero 13 Black and is therefore still a great action camera. Although the more recent models feature many improvements, it part of the latest generation of GoPro cameras and is a very good choice for beginners or as a budget friendly option.
  • Pros
  • Mostly as capable as the latest GoPros
  • Great value for money
  • Integrated GPS
  • Cons
  • No HDR video
  • Ageing image stabilization

Comparison of the Qoocam 3 Ultra vs the Hero 11

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Video performance

Only the Qoocam 3 Ultra offers HDR video. Only the Hero 11 features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
GoPro Hero 11 Black
8K 360 video at 30fps
Max 360° resolution
Feature missing
4K video at 60fps
Max resolution
5.3K video at 60fps
8K30fps 360°
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
No slow motion video
Maximum slow motion
8x at 1080p
SuperSteady 2.0
Stabilization
HyperSmooth 5.0
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.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
GoPro Hero 11 Black
2280mAh
Battery capacity
1720mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
100min 4K30fps 360° and 50min 8K30fps 360°
Battery life
150min at 1080p
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra and the Hero 11 support SD cards. Both support up to 1TB.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
GoPro Hero 11 Black
128GB
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
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 11 is a lot more compact than the Qoocam 3 Ultra. The Hero 11 is a lot lighter than the Qoocam 3 Ultra.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
GoPro Hero 11 Black
2.81in x 4.06in x 1.05in / 71.5mm x 103.2mm x 26.6mm
Dimensions
2.83in x 2in x 1.32in / 71.8mm x 50.8mm x 33.6mm
11.85oz / 336g
Weight
5.43oz / 154g
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra and the Hero 11 are waterproof to 33ft / 10m. The Qoocam 3 Ultra is far better for extreme cold. The Qoocam 3 Ultra beats the Hero 11 in high heat conditions.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
GoPro Hero 11 Black
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
Feature missing
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
14°F / -10°C
104°F / 40°C
Max operating temperature
95°F / 35°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 11's. The Qoocam 3 Ultra features a much higher bit rate than the Hero 11
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
GoPro Hero 11 Black
96MP
Pixels
27.6MP
155°
Field of view
140°
150Mbps
Video bite rate
120Mbps
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra and the Hero 11 have the same ISO range. Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
GoPro Hero 11 Black
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.

Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra versus GoPro Hero 11 Black specifications

NameKandao Qoocam 3 UltraGoPro Hero 11 Black
Year of release20242022
Width2.81in / 71.5mm2.83in / 71.8mm
Height4.06in / 103.2mm2in / 50.8mm
Depth1.05in / 26.6mm1.32in / 33.6mm
Weight11.85oz / 336g5.43oz / 154g
Waterproof33ft / 10m33ft / 10m
Waterproof with diving case-197ft / 60m
Min operating temperature-4°F / -20°C14°F / -10°C
Max operating temperature104°F / 40°C95°F / 35°C
Battery capacity2280mAh1720mAh
Removable batteryYesYes
Battery life100min 4K30fps 360°
50min 8K30fps 360°
150min at 1080p
Charging time-3h (5W)
Built-in storage128GB-
Storage formatmicroSDmicroSD
Storage rating requiredClass 10 or UHS-I RatingV30 or UHS-3
Maximun storage supported1TB1TB
Rear screen size2.19in2.27in
Front screen size-1.4in
Field of view155°140°
Sensor1/1.7"1/1.9" CMOS
Pixels96MP27.6MP
ApertureF1.6F2.5
Focal length9.36mm-
ISO range100-6400100-6400
Video zoom-2x
Color Depth10bit10bit
Video bite rate150Mbps120Mbps
Exposure Compensation+/-2+/-2
360-degree videoYesNo
8K 360 video30fps-
5.7K 360 video60fps-
4K 360 video120fps-
5.3K video-60fps
4K video60fps60fps
2.7K video100fps120fps
1080p video-240fps
Slow motion at 4K-4x
Maximum slow motion-8x at 1080p
HDR video8K30fps 360°-
StabilizationSuperSteady 2.0HyperSmooth 5.0
Horizon lockYesYes
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.264 (MP4)
Live streaming-1080p30 (HyperSmooth) or 1080p60
Webcam mode-1080p30
Timelapse modeYesYes
Starlapse modeYesYes
Timeshift mode-Yes
Loop recording modeYesYes
Subject trackingYes-
Photo burst mode-Yes
RAW format supportedYesYes
Microphones43
Stereo audioYesYes
Noise reductionYesYes
Audio formatwavwav
Audio inputBluetooth microphone supportMedia Mod (H9B/H10B/H11B)
Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter
Wifi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothBLE 5.2BLE 4.2
USBType-C USBUSB-C
GPS integratedYesYes
Voice commands-Yes