The winter sports season has come into full swing again this year and for all those who love an escape in the snow with their equipment, one thing that cannot be missing is an action cam to record their exploits! Let’s discover together the best action cameras for skiing and snowboarding
The winter sports season is now in full swing and with the desire to go to the slopes with your own equipment there is also the fun of wanting to film your athletic exploits and what better way than with a sports action cam? Smartphones are not always comfortable on snow and speeds, for this reason the best way is to get an action camera that can be placed on the protective helmet or in the case of snowboarding directly on the board.
Action Cam: the best for skiing and snowboarding
The action cam sector is very large and varied, both in types and prices, so let’s see together the best ones in circulation, suitable for all needs, from the most recent Insta360 models to the more classic GoPro up to low-end but which however can offer good shots.
Insta360 X3 | Action Cam: the best for skiing and snowboarding
Let’s start with the Insta360 around our skiing, distinguishing it greatly from traditional action cameras. For snowboarders it can be used with the selfie stick, but for those who ski or find it uncomfortable, it can easily be mounted on the safety helmet. As it was designed, it is designed for prompt sharing of the contents obtained on social media and the work is also facilitated by the introduction of AI for editing. The Insta360 app features a collection of continuously updated one-tap templates that use the latest 360 editing techniques.
Main technical characteristics
- Sensor: 1/2″
- Lens: 6.7mm f/1.9
- Exposure: ±4EV
- ISO: 100-3200
- XVAC internal recording/RAW external output
- Video resolution: In 360 mode 5.7K at 30/25/24 fps, 4K at 60/30 fps, in Single Lens Mode 4K at 30/25/24 fps, 3.6K at 60/50/30/25/24 fps, 2.7 K at 60/50/30/25/24 fps, 1080P at 60/50/30/25/24 fps
- Video Modes: Standard Video, Active HDR, Timelapse, TimeShift, Bullet Time, Loop Recording
- Photo resolution: 72MP (11968×5984), 18MP(5952×2976)
- Photo Modes: Standard, HDR, Burst, Interval, Starlapse
- Supported memories: MicroSD (UHS-I V30 recommended)
- Power supply: USB-C 5V/3A
- Battery: 1800mAh
- Battery life: 81min
- Operating temperatures: -20°C to 40℃
- Weight: 180g
- Dimensions: 114.0*46.0*33.1 mm
- Wi-Fi: 2.4GHz, 5GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
GoPro Hero 12 Black | Action Cam: the best for skiing and snowboarding
Going down a bit in price we go to a great classic in the world of action cams designed for winter sports, namely GoPro, in particular the most recent GoPro Hero 12 Black. A small and complete action camera that offers sharp 5.3K videos with Emmy HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilization technology, for very smooth results. Plus, its waterproof and indestructible design is a guarantee in any weather condition, therefore suitable for high altitude conditions.
Main technical characteristics
- 5.3K video resolution
- Photo: Max photo resolution: 27.13 MP (5568 x 4872)
- Frame extraction from video: 24.69 MP from video (8:7) 5.3K
- Audio: 3-Mic, 3.5mm Microphone Audio Input with Optional Media Unit for HERO12 Black
- Audio capture: RAW (wav format), Wireless audio
- Connected Features: Automatically upload content to the cloud and send highlight videos to your phone, all automatically with GoPro membership, Wi-Fi + Bluetooth
DJI Osmo Action 3 | Action Cam: the best for skiing and snowboarding
Among the best action cameras for winter sports, another classic brand in this genre cannot be missing, DJI and in particular DJI Osmo Action 3, also equipped with the skiing combo with telescope handle and removal of the selfie stick when filming for skiing or snowboarding. This action camera is equipped with RockSteady 3.0 technology which adopts a new generation of intelligent stabilization algorithms, which can effectively eliminate camera shake in all directions.
Furthermore, there is horizontally tilt correction at any angle, so that footage can remain horizontally stable, even during jolts and 360° rotations. It is also added HorizonBalancing mode, which horizontally corrects the tilt within ±45° and supports stable 4K/60fps HD video recording.
Main technical characteristics
- Screen size 2.25 inches
- Image stabilization
- Maximum resolution: 12MP
- Maximum shutter speed: 1/8000 Seconds
- Minimum shutter speed: 30 Seconds
- Min Focal Length: 0.3
- Video resolution: 4K/120fps
- Power type: Battery operated
- Battery life: 160 minutes
- Touchscreen
AKASO Brave 7 | Action Cam: the best for skiing and snowboarding
Compared to the big action camera brands, tried and tested over the years, an action camera with a very accessible price fits in well and this is the AKASO Brave 7. This action cam can record video in 4K at 30fps or in 1080p at 60fps, and can take photos with a resolution of 20Mpixel and very interesting, it offers a double screen, a classic rear one and a front one for story vlogs. With built-in Wi-Fi, it is also equipped with an app useful for directly publishing your content.
Main technical characteristics
- Video 4K 30FPS/ 20MP
- Waterproof camera without case
- Visual remote control
- 2 inch touch screen
- Two-color screens
- Voice control
- Electronic image stabilization 2.0
- Zoom 3x
- Adjustable viewing angle
- Encodes H.265
- Distortion Calibration
CLEEP Pro Mini | Action Cam: the best for skiing and snowboarding
Among the most interesting action cameras there is also CLEEP Pro Mini, an economical wearable action cam that allows you to record in 4k with image stabilization ensured by 6-axis technology. There is the possibility of purchasing it by choosing the kit of interest equipped with a wrist strap or in this case a hat or helmet clip perfect for taking our downhill shots.
Main technical characteristics
- Impostazioni video: 4k 30fps, 2,7k60fps, 2,7k 30fps, 1080p 120fps, 1080p 60fps, 1080p 30fps
- Photo resolution: 20MP, 16MP, 14MP, 10MP, 8MP
- Lens: 150° wide angle
- EIS: Electronic Image Stabilization – 6-Axis Anti-Shake Technology
- Recording Modes: Time-Lapse, Slow Motion, Sequential Shot
- Internal Microphone with Noise Cancellation
- Charging:USB-C cable (included)
- Memory: Expandable MicroSD Card (up to 64GB)
Good fun!
The winter sports season has come into full swing again this year and for all those who love an escape in the snow with their equipment, one thing that cannot be missing is an action cam to record their exploits!