If you snowboard, you see some epic views regularly. Action cameras are a must-have for sharing the unbelievable scenes you find carving the backcountry. Whether you’re looking to get creative in post, are looking for the absolute sharpest footage, or are looking for an entry-level camera for you or your kiddos, this list has the best cameras on the market for your needs.
Scroll down if you know what you’re looking for, or check out the answers to these common action camera questions.
Picking out the best action camera for you (or to gift) is a process best begun by deciding on how it will be used. If you’re creating a documentary, use what the pros use and get the best of the best: the GoPro Hero 10 Black. If you’re looking for a camera that can produce incredibly high-quality low-light or nighttime footage (because hey, if you’re going to invest, use it for all your adventures, right?) you should go back to the old-school-style DJI Pocket 2. New to this whole thing and just want to relive your wildest corkscrew, go basic (and affordable) with the AKASO Brave 4 Pro.
To find the absolute best option for you, read on to find the unique features of each of the best action cameras in 2022.
Hopefully, this is obvious. Smartphones are awesome. They’ve given the world access to high-quality cameras from their pockets. They are not action cameras. They’re not going to mount to your helmet, they’re not going to give you professional-grade footage, and they’re not going to give you absolutely incredible 360-degree fields of vision (among many other things). If you’re an adventurer, you’ll need a real, compact, high-quality, versatile action camera. With plenty of price points, there’s really no excuse to not get incredible footage on the slopes.
And without further ado, the five best action cameras for snowboarding, and every other purpose.
Alright, you know the drill. GoPro isn’t just hype, it’s the OG and the brand lives up to the expectations. This camera is used by the pros and with good reason. An all-new GP2 processor doubles down with twice the frame rate for smoother-than-butter footage. Accompanied by 23MP photos and 5.3K video resolution, this camera captures everything (as a plus, this makes slow motion edits that much crisper). With built-in stabilization, horizon leveling, and night lapse features, you can let your creativity go wild, and the GoPro Hero 10 will take care of the rest. And of course, the 10 wouldn’t be a GoPro if it wasn’t waterproof.
Whatever your adventure, the GoPro Hero 10 will capture the adrenaline in Ultra HD.
While GoPro takes the top spot for best overall snowboarding action camera, the Insta360 ONE X2 is often compared to the Hero 10 in terms of quality. However, this camera has its own legs to stand on. With constant 360-degree recording, editing is an entirely new ball game. With options like subject tracking and the ability to reframe in post, you can let your creative freedom go wild from your phone or computer. No more missing the shot. This camera captures everything all the time, so you can pick and choose what you want in post. You’ve got all the raw material to work with.
As an added bonus, the easy-to-use Insta360 Studio editing software erases the Invisible Selfie Stick in your final product. The stabilization technology is top-notch, too, so you can have smooth, head-ache-free footage of the bumpiest slopes automatically. All you have to do is press record.
Unleash your inner cinematographer with the Insta360 ONE X2.
Okay, so you’re probably not doing a lot of nighttime snowboarding. However, if you want a camera that can double as a solid night or low-light camera, the DJI Pocket 2 is unparalleled thanks to its old-school mechanical stabilizer. Unlike the software-reliant stabilizers in the most compact action cameras, the DJI Pocket 2 can capture incredible, stable footage even at night.
The AKASO Brave 4 Pro is a great camera that can save you $300 easily. With remote control access, great image stabilization technology, and 4K30 video, you’re going to get great footage with this camera. The camera is waterproof up to 131ft, has dual color screens, and supports an external mic, so whether you’re diving or recording yourself, you’ll get what you need out of this one.
Each of the two included batteries has approximately an hour’s worth of use, so owners suggest purchasing extra batteries if you’re planning on going on longer adventures. Otherwise, this is a generally loved camera for the price.
Kids love this camera. Let’s begin by getting this absolutely straight: this is not a GoPro-adjacent quality camera. This is a camera designed to let children discover new adventures and exercise their limitless creativity. It offers “decent images and video” and is waterproof up to 10ft (aka the depth of a standard pool).
For your mini-me or grandkid, this is a category winner as far as kids’ gifts go. It comes with awesome attachments to mount the camera onto bikes and scooters to let your kid hit the pool or the pavement. For the little adventurer on your hands, this is a hands-down winner at a very affordable price.
Be warned that not all action cameras are worth the investment. The options above have been vetted and are consistently loved by their owners. The best camera for you is on this list. So get your two-day shipping and get back to the slopes. Happy shredding.
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