The Best Sports & Action Video Cameras under $1500
Garmin Virb 360
★ Top Choice
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From $599.99
Features
- HyperFrame Director Mode gives you the editing power to easily reframe content after filming — using smooth camera pans, incredibly wide angles and even tiny planets.
- Up to 15-megapixel resolution provides high-quality, spherical photos.
- Built-in sensors provide G-Metrix data overlays in 360-degree augmented reality.
- Spherical stabilization ensures smooth video regardless of camera movement.
- Resolution up to 5.7K/30fps with desktop stitching; 4K/30fps auto-stitched in-camera.
Pros
- ⊕ Waterproof.
- ⊕ Jaw-dropping 5.
- ⊕ Voice controls.
- ⊕ Integrated GPS.
- ⊕ 4-channel audio.
Cons
- ⊖ Expensive.
- ⊖ battery life is a bummer.
- ⊖ Accessory mounts easily lost.
Reviewed
Garmin Virb 360 Review - pcmag.com
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DJI Mavic 2 Pro
♥ Runner Up
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From $1499
Features
- DJI GO 4 App requires iOS 10.0.2, Android 5.0 or above. Compatible devices include: iPhone 11 Pro Max, 11 Pro, 11, XS Max, XS, XR, X, 8 Plus, 8, 7 Plus, 7, 6s Plus, 6s, 6 Plus, 6, SE, iPad Pro, iPad, Air 2, mini 4. Samsung Galaxy S10+, S10, S9+, S9, S8+, S7, S7 Edge, S6, S6 Edge, Note 8, Huawei P30 Pro, P30, P20 Pro, P20, P10 Plus, P10, Mate 10 Pro, Mate 10, Mate 9 Pro, Mate 9, Mate 8, Honor 8X, 10, 9, 20 Pro, Magic 2, Vivo X20, X9, NEX, X27, X21, X20A, Oppo Find X, R15, R11, Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S, 2, 8, 6, Redmi Note 5, OnePlus 7, 6T, 5, Pixel 3 XL, 2 XL, 2, Google Pixel 2XL, OnePlus 6, 5T.
- Equipped with a Hasselblad L1D-20c camera with a 20MP 1” CMOS Sensor, the Mavic 2 camera drone lets you capture gorgeous aerial shots in stunning color detail.
- What you get: DJI Mavic 2 Pro, Intelligent Flight Battery, Gimbal Protector, Remote Controller, 3x Propellers (Pair), Battery Charger, Power Cable, Communication Cable (USB3. 0 Type-C), USB adapter, Spare Control Sticks (Pair), RC Cable (Lightning Connector), RC Cable (Standard Micro USB Connector), RC Cable (USB Type-C Connector).
- Functions include ActiveTrack 2. 0, Omnidirectional Obstacle Sensing, Hyperlapse, Low-Noise Design, Adjustable Aperture, HDR Photos.
- Up to 31 minutes flight time, 44 mph max speed, 907G takeoff weight, 3-axis gimbal for steady shots, 8GB internal storage, SD card Support up to 128 GB.
- The standard remote controller offers up to 135 minutes of battery life on a full charge. Use with the DJI GO 4 App on your smartphone.
Pros
- ⊕ Easy to fly.
- ⊕ One-inch 20MP sensor.
- ⊕ Highly portable design.
- ⊕ Advanced yet easy to fly.
- ⊕ Excellent foldable design.
Cons
- ⊖ Not cheap.
- ⊖ Susceptible to wind.
- ⊖ No portrait shooting option.
Specs
- Controller: Yes.
- Range: 8km.
- Weight: 907g.
- Camera resolution: 20MP.
- Battery size: 3,950 mAh.