Sixmou i3 vs Akaso Brave 8

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Overview of the Sixmou i3

Sixmou i3☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Sixmou i3
A thumb sized, budget action camera
The i3 is a thumb sized action camera that features 4K video recording. It's an all-in-one package with many accessories for people looking for a cheap wearable camera. It's lightweight and very simple to use and makes it an affordable alternative to the more expensive but also more capable Insta360 Go 3S.
  • Pros
  • Light & small
  • Lots of accessories
  • SD card included
  • Cons
  • Average performance
  • Average quality build
  • No screen

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 i3 vs the Brave 8

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Video performance

Neither camera offers HDR video. Only the Brave 8 features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Sixmou i3
Akaso Brave 8
4K video at 30fps
Max resolution
4K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
No slow motion video
Maximum slow motion
16x
Yes
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 i3's battery is not removable
Sixmou i3
Akaso Brave 8
800mAh
Battery capacity
1550mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
90min for 4k and 150min for 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 i3 and the Brave 8 support SD cards.
Sixmou i3
Akaso Brave 8
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSDXC
64GB
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 i3 is a lot more compact than the Brave 8. The i3 is a lot lighter than the Brave 8.
Sixmou i3
Akaso Brave 8
1.1in x 2.48in x 0.71in / 28mm x 63mm x 18mm
Dimensions
1.42in x 2.48in x 1.93in / 36mm x 63mm x 49mm
1.27oz / 36g
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 Brave 8 is a lot more waterproof when using a diving case.
Sixmou i3
Akaso Brave 8
Feature missing
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
131ft / 40m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
Feature missing
Min operating temperature
Feature missing
Feature missing
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

Sixmou i3
Akaso Brave 8
Feature missing
Pixels
48MP
Feature missing
Field of view
166°
Feature missing
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

Sixmou i3
Akaso Brave 8
Feature missing
ISO range
Feature missing
Feature missing
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.

Sixmou i3 versus Akaso Brave 8 specifications

NameSixmou i3Akaso Brave 8
Year of release20242023
Width1.1in / 28mm1.42in / 36mm
Height2.48in / 63mm2.48in / 63mm
Depth0.71in / 18mm1.93in / 49mm
Weight1.27oz / 36g3.99oz / 113g
Waterproof-33ft / 10m
Waterproof with diving case131ft / 40m197ft / 60m
Battery capacity800mAh1550mAh
Removable batteryNoYes
Battery life90min for 4k
150min for 1080p
90min for 4k 60fps
Storage formatmicroSDmicroSDXC
Storage rating requiredUHS-3UHS-3
Maximun storage supported64GB-
Rear screen size-2in
Front screen size-0.96in
Field of view-166°
Sensor-1/2.0" BSI CMOS
Pixels-48MP
Aperture-F2.8
Color Depth8bit8bit
360-degree videoNoNo
4K video30fps60fps
2.7K video-120fps
1080p video30fps60fps
Maximum slow motion-16x
StabilizationYesEIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.264 (MP4)
Timelapse mode-Yes
Timeshift mode-Yes
Loop recording mode-Yes
Photo burst mode-Yes
RAW format supported-Yes
Noise reduction-Yes
Audio input-Akaso external mic
WifiYes5G
USBType-C USBType-C USB
Voice commands-Yes
Remote control-Included