Review: $150 actioncam is a surprisingly capable GoPro alternative
The budget action-camera market is a crowded one these days, with even GoPro having a crack at the space with its 4K basic Hero model released last year. But this robust all-rounder from XTU offers serious bang for your buck at just US$159.99.
As of reviewing, the XTU S7Pro is the company's flagship model, featuring a 1/2-inch Sony IMX586 CMOS sensor, a HiSilicon AI Image Signal Processor, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and 48-megapixel photo capabilities when you're not in video mode. It also includes dual screens – the front one designed for vlogging. While this isn't my comfort zone – I much prefer to be behind the lens – it is large enough for you to frame yourself. The microphone is adequate, but not one of the strong points, so if you need to record serious face-to-camera footage, you'll still need an external microphone in most settings.
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