Are you looking for budget action camera that comes with all features like GoPro? SJCAM SJ4000 action camera is for you! Available under $100 price, it emerged as one of the most popular GoPro action camera alternative with very good image quality and proven result. SJCAM has launched various models in action cameras segment, but the SJCAM SJ4000 is probably the most popular one among them. If you go by the price of this action camera, you might be misled by the qualities and the features that it contains. You will be surprised to note that the SJCAM SJ4000 is better than many action cameras those come from branded houses.
You can not only use this camera for under water shooting, it can be used with your drone to capture amazing Arial photographs and video footage.
The best thing about the SJCAM SJ4000 camera is that it can serve multipurpose roles. It can take high quality photographs and at the same time record videos at 1080 px 30 FPS. When used with housing, the camera is also water resistant till a level of 30 m. Additional gadgets are also offered by the camera, which help in enhancing the performance of the action-based camera. There are two varieties in which the camera has been launched in the market – the Wi-Fi version and the non Wi-Fi version. This camera could be the coolest gift for travelers as well.
Design and Appearance of the SJCAM SJ4000:
The SJCAM SJ4000 camera has a very modern look and is stylish at the same time. In fact many people ask whether the camera is a Go-Pro. And this is because the camera has many resemblances in appearance with the Go-Pro. The size of the camera is 59.3 x 41.1 x 29.3 mm and weighs 44 grams without the battery and 58 grams with the battery. The lightweight of the camera is a positive point as it can be conveniently carried to any place. It does not occupy much space as well. Another fascinating thing about SJCAM SJ4000 is that it is available in 7 different colors, all of which are quite fascinating.
Photography features in SJCAM SJ4000:
Many people opine that one camera cannot provide high quality photographs and well as videos. Usually the device can be good for photographs or for videos. Even if there is a device that can handle both these well together, it will be overtly expensive. Here is one recent video I shoot using this SJCAM camera in handheld mode. You can definitely judge the quality of result:
If you are looking to take photographs with this camera, you can choose from the various photography modes available – colored, black and white and sepia. It is also possible to adjust the ‘white balance’ in the photos to give them a different look and feel. The ‘white balance’ helps in giving the photographs a warm or a cold appearance.
To be frank, the quality of the photos taken by SJCAM SJ4000 is not of very high quality, though they are not bad at the same time. The resolution of the photos is a disappointment for sure. The manufacturer of the camera says that with 12 MP, 4000 x 3000 px resolution is available in the camera, but the quality of the photos does not say so. When you zoom into the photo, it leads to blurring and the finer details cannot be seen in the photo.
It is true that you will not get image quality like that of Nikon, or Canon, but if you are low on budget and want a camera that can take still pictures as well as images – there is no better option than that of SJCAM SJ4000 for the same.
Video Features in SJCAM SJ4000:
When compared to the price of SJCAM SJ4000, the quality of videos that are taken on the camera is more than excellent. You have to understand that the camera is not an expensive camcorder or a high end DSLR. In-fact the quality of the videos is much better than still photograph quality. It is possible to capture large field view with wide angle f=2.99mm and F=2.8 lens. It is possible to shoot HD videos in SJCAM SJ4000 in varying resolutions and modes. Some of the most popular resolutions in which videos are shot in the camera include:
- Complete HD: 1920 x 1080P 30fps
- 720P: 1280 x 720P 60/30fps
- 640 x 480P 60fps
- 848 x 480P 60fps
True 60 fps is not supported in the camera, though it is mentioned in the specifications. Higher the fps (frames per second) in a camera, better realistic looks the video has.
Along with other things, the SJCAM SJ4000 camera has the facility of video time lapse. With this facility, it is possible to create videos – creative one just like the ones that can be seen in movies! In this camera, it is possible to set time lapse from 1 minute, 30 sec, 10 sec, 5 sec and 3 sec. once the period of time lapse is set, the camera will be able to capture a frame after that time. Suppose if the camera is set for 60 minutes, it will take 6 frames every minute and in hour it will have 360 frames.
SJCAM SJ4000 Mobile Application (For iPhone & Android)
You will be happy to know that, SJCAM SJ4000 action camera comes with wifi feature that can be easily connected with the mobile app. Now you just need to handle your SJCAM directly from your mobile app and can capture / share and store photographs in your smartphone. The app is available for both iPhone and Android platform and working perfectly fine.
Equipments available with SJCAM SJ4000:
The SJCAM SJ4000 camera comes with heap loads of accessories and necessary equipments. Some of them are 2 base stands, 1 x waterproof housing, 3 x ribbon double coated adhesive tape, 1x USB to AC adapter, 1x adapter, 1x data wire/USB charger, 1x clip, 1x bicycle stand, 1x bandage, 3x switch supporters, 1x wire rope, 1x wiper, 2x helmet base, 1x manual and 1x fixed base. This package is highly impressive as these accessories can be used easily in Go-Pro and other high end cameras.
The case in which SJCAM SJ4000 camera comes:
To offer best protection and security to the SJCAM SJ4000 camera, it comes in a waterproof housing/case. Even if the camera with the box goes down 30 meter in water, it will be protected from damage. Underwater shooting – both pictures and videos can be done conveniently with the camera.
Other uses of the SJCAM SJ4000 action camera:
Apart from being used for taking pictures and creating videos, the SJCAM SJ4000 camera can also be used for various other purposes. You might be surprised to know that the camera can be used as a web cam for talking on Skype or for your computer, as a dash camera for the car dashboard as well as for home surveillance.
Powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery of 900 mAH, the SJCAM SJ4000 offers battery life of about 100 minutes with continuous video recording.
SJCam SJ4000 Camera Unboxing Video
Price:
The price of this amazing SJCAM SJ4000 start from $100 this camera is not a bad buy at all. You can buy from SJCAM store or any online shopping portal like Amazon.com
