

Actions cams vs smartphones?
Many people might ask why they would need an action cam if they could just use their smartphone to record their summer fun.
Although today’s smartphones now come with outstanding cameras, action cams are the better option for outdoors activities for several reasons. They are weather resistant and shockproof, so they are perfect for any activities where your phone might get dinged, dirty or wet.
So it’s best to keep your phone safe and use an action cam if there’s water, sand, dust or mud involved - so most of the fun stuff!
Action cams also feature image-stabilisation technology, so when things get a little bumpy (like when you’re running after your kids or dog at the beach), you still get great footage.
Meanwhile, the latest action cam models have some nifty features that make them far easier to use than before. For instance, GoPro’s Hero5 has voice controls so you can command your camera with your voice, while many models now also have easy-to-use touchscreens.

Explore your creativity
Action cams and their accessories can help you create more interesting memories.
As well as switching up your angles and perspectives with accessions as described above, you can mix things up with your action camera’s built-in features. Vary your shots by going slo-mo or filming in fisheye or wide angle lens modes.
Most devices come paired with apps, like GoPro’s Quik, to create short videos with intros, outros, transitions and music like a pro.
Some models, like the GoPro Hero5 and Panasonic HX-A, now come with built-in wi-fi capability so you can upload and share your creations shots online while on the go, while many models also offer Bluetooth connectivity so you upload footage to your phone with ease.
With such all-round versatility and durability, action cams can replace both your smartphone and any other video camera.
Whatever the activity you want to capture, an action camera offers so many ways for you to create fun, interesting and action-packed mementoes of your adventures. So is there really any reason not to take an action camera with you on your next summer activity?
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