First Look: The YI 4K Action Camera – nearly identical specs as the GoPro Hero4 Black for half the money

Few would argue that GoPro is the king of the action camera world. It's the brand of choice for professional film crews and amateur enthusiasts alike and dominates the competition in terms of market share and brand recognition. GoPro's current flagship model, the HERO4 Black, is touted by many as the best action cam on the market.

A couple of weeks ago, GeekBuying.com asked if I would be interested in reviewing a new GoPro competitor, the YI 4K Action Camera. They claim that it matches or beats the GoPro HERO4 Black in almost every way for just a little more than half the price ($250 vs $449). I was pretty skeptical of this claim, but after reading a few reviews, checking out the specs, and watching some comparison videos online, I have to say, the camera looks pretty legit.

Here are a few of the more notable features the YI 4k sports:

Records 4K/30fps (60mbps), 1080p/120fps, 720p/240fps video and 12MP photos
155° wide-angle lens with F2.8 aperture
Built-in 2.19" 640 x 360 LCD touchscreen protected by Gorilla Glass
Ambarella A9SE75 Chip and Sony IMX377 Image Sensor
Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS)
Rechargeable 1400mAh battery with 120 minutes of recording on a single charge.
5GHz/2.4GHz Wi-Fi support for wireless remote control
YI Action App for instant photo and video editing
That's a pretty impressive list. On paper, this little guy is looking sure looks compelling.
Source:AndroidPolice