AKASO EK7000 4K30fps Action Camera - 131ft Waterproof Camera with EIS 4X Zoom Remote Control Ultra HD 20MP Underwater Camera with Accessories Kit

We haven't used this camera a ton yet, so we are still learning. We bought it mainly for MTB and kayaking and did not want to spend a lot of money on a more expensive camera, as we just want to play around with it, not invest hundreds of dollars. I will also start with saying that I am not very familiar with most any form of action camera. I just spent several hours on Amazon reading reviews from others who know more. :)Initially the remote would not operate the camera. I emailed customer support & they gave instructions to pair them. Thankfully it just randomly worked as I went to do it because the directions were very odd "1. Press both buttons vigorously 15 times. 2. The back of the remote control will hit the hard desktop 5 times." is the start of them, for instance. But I was impressed with their quick and through help! :)We took it kayaking, using a helmet strap mount I found elsewhere. In bright light it is very hard to see the light, if you have it on/off. I wish the remote had some way to show the camera was on as well. I would imagine this is an issue for all cameras outside, so not a ding at all.It took good video, and the sound even wasn't half bad, tho I didn't get it for sound.Accessing the photos/video inside the camera is a pain since it is not touchscreen. But I assumed this would be the case, so no big deal. :)Using the app, I was able to access them once but have not been able to since. It was easy to just pull the card and put it in a laptop/etc. to see them and I think I will stick to that as our way of emptying and saving videos and photos from the card. I do like that the app is working well aside from accessing taken photos/videos. I don't plan to use my phone to control the camera, but it is nice as an option if I change my mind in the future.The camera's version of standby for remote use is video or single still photo. The camera has the option itself to do burst photos and can be controlled via the camera or the phone app this way. I do wish you could be in burst vs. video with the remote, but if left in burst mode, you get the one set of burst photos, then it defaults back to still photos once the video button is used. I wish it had buttons/abilities for all 3 or would stay on burst as I am terrible at taking photos and use burst to help my poor skills lol.I haven't figured out all of the mounts yet. The connection clip in points on them seem to be fairly tight, which will be hard for me to undo, but at least I won't lose the camera as easily?There is an interesting lapel/pocket clip mount that goes with the dry holder. I only point it out as I am not sure I would 100% trust that the mount and the clip won't pop apart in an MTB crash. I wish the camera was held with more contacts for the dry mount and that there was some way to put a thin safety strap on the camera attached to me at the same time in case the mount busts, which I feel like will send the camera flying.Overall, I feel like it is a great camera for an entry level user who is just learning the ropes on having an action camera. :)

The camera is nice and light, and smaller than I feared it would be. A friend of mine spent 300 bucks on a *more well known* brand, had it mounted to the side of his dirtbike helmet, and after a couple rides was angry because the weight made his injured neck sore. When he saw me unpacking this little gem, he had to come investigate. When he picked up the camera, inside the waterproof box, with all the mounting hardware, he got a look on his face like he felt swindled. When I told him I got everything except the sd card for less than 75 bucks, including shipping, he all but stormed out of the room. He said he very well may buy one... He asked me the name and model. I haven't used it yet, to be open and honest... And the mounting hardware may not survive any significant spill on the dirtbike... But I'm stoked. My kids just started riding, and I can't wait to show them what I see from my dirtbike, from the vantage of a proud papa.

So far so good. I bought a cheap external mic but I haven't been able to get it to work yet. I also haven't tested the waterproofing of it either. The camera itself it light small and takes good quality and comes with lots of extra stuff at half the price of go pros. It says I can connect to the wifi with it but haven't figured out how yet.

Great product for a great price!

Great.

Camera performs great!

I am just starting to get the feel for the Akaso 7000 and for the money this camera will do just about everything I expected. Set-up was easy and navigating the cameras settings and features is very intuitive. As far as the quality of the images and video's ... time will tell as I really have not put it to the test. One area that I am not happy with is some of the accessories. For one, the camera frame attachment will not secure the camera without a zip tie ... not acceptable. Also, it will only receive the screw attachment which will not hold the camera firmly or squarely when mounted on a mountain bike or motorcycling on rough roads. I will use the waterproof case for now when mounting on a bike or motorcycle and see how that works. The handlebar mount is not a very rugged accessory. It seems flimsy and I cannot trust it to stay fixed in position. When biking or motorcycling I do not want any distractions. I have and will purchase an aftermarket camera frame and mount that is more rugged. The other accessories seem like they will do the job, but I will make sure to use the included tether so I do not lose the camera.