All articles tagged with #8k video
GoPro's Mission 1 Pro delivers elite action-camera video with open-gate 8K60 and 4K240, powered by a new 1-inch 50MP sensor that improves low-light performance and color, plus excellent stabilization and battery life. However, its larger size, heavier weight, lack of internal storage, and higher price (vs. rivals) make it a premium choice for serious creators rather than a budget option.
Sony’s A7R VI brings a stacked sensor and speed-focused improvements (66.8MP, 30fps blackout-free, 8K30p, 4K120p, better stabilization, faster readout) to upgrade the high-res line, while the A7R V remains a capable 61MP option with strong AI autofocus and solid video. A Renewed A7R V deal on Amazon at about $2,840 creates a compelling value, shifting the decision from “which is newer” to “which fits your workflow.” For fast-action, documentary, and demanding production work, the VI is the better upgrade; for controlled projects, interviews, travel, and high-res stills on a budget, the V deal can be smarter by freeing funds for lenses and gear.
Leaks suggest the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide will use a dual 50MP main and 50MP ultrawide with 8K video, but omit a telephoto lens, potentially putting it behind the standard Fold 8 in photography while offering a notably wider outer display for improved usability.
Oppo’s Find X9 Ultra emerges as a camera-first flagship led by a 200MP main sensor and a 50MP telephoto capable of 10x optical zoom (with the Hasselblad Explorer Teleconverter pushing reach toward ~13x). It also features a 3x telephoto, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 7,050mAh battery with 100W charging, a 6.82" 144Hz display, and 8K/4K video with O-Log2 and ACES support. UK pricing starts at £1,449 with a May 8 launch; there’s no US release yet. Cross-compatibility with older Oppo teleconverters isn’t provided.
GoPro unveiled the MISSION 1 line—a modular action cinema system built around a 50MP 1-inch sensor and a new GP3 processor, delivering 8K60/4K240, Open Gate 8K30/4K120, and up to 14 stops of dynamic range with 50MP RAW stills; the lineup includes MISSION 1 PRO and a PRO ILS mirrorless variant that supports Micro Four Thirds lenses, enabling a broader lens ecosystem. Preorders begin May 21 with on-shelf availability May 28, with higher-end PRO Creator and Ultimate Creator editions rolling out in Q3 2026. This marks GoPro’s shift from fixed-lens action cams toward a compact, interchangeable-lens cinema system for creators.
DJI announced the Avata 360, a flagship FPV drone featuring dual sensors that can shoot 8Kp60 HDR video and 120 MP photos in 360°, plus a 4K single-lens mode; it pairs with DJI goggles and motion controllers for an immersive experience, offers up to 23 minutes of flight and 20 km transmission, a replaceable front lens, 42 GB of internal storage expandable by microSD, and Wi‑Fi 6 transfer up to 100 MB/s. Available now in China with pre-sales elsewhere and no US store release yet, positioning DJI against Insta360's Antigravity.
Dreame unveiled the Leaptic Cube, its first action camera, capable of 8K video at 30fps with a detachable screen for flexible mounting, a 1/1.3-inch sensor and 155-degree lens, up to 220 minutes of use with an external battery dock, and AI-powered tracking/auto-framing plus a ~98-foot wireless preview range; 4K modes offer higher frame rates (60fps/120fps). Pricing and launch timing are not yet announced.
The DJI Osmo Action 6 received a firmware update adding 8K video recording, wireless footage upload, film-style presets, QS button customization, focus peaking, and gesture control, enhancing its capabilities for action videography.
GoPro is launching a new lineup of products, including the Max2 360-degree camera with 'True 8K' resolution aimed at competing with Insta360's X5, along with a budget-friendly Lit Hero action camera and a Fluid Pro AI gimbal, expanding its offerings beyond traditional action cameras.
GoPro introduces the Max2, claiming it is the only true 8K 360° camera on the market, offering higher resolution, replaceable lenses, professional workflow features, and industry-leading audio, designed for high-impact sports and professional use.
DJI has launched the Osmo 360, its first 360° action camera, capable of recording in 8K at 50fps and offering up to 100 minutes of continuous recording, featuring advanced sensors, stabilization, and high-resolution stills, with multiple storage and connectivity options.
DJI announced the Osmo 360, its first 360-degree camera, which features the industry's first square HDR sensor, captures 8Kp50 video, and offers the sharpest 360 photos on the market, with advanced features like gesture control, automatic horizon leveling, and weather resistance, priced at $549.99 but currently out of stock.
DJI announced its first 360-degree action camera, the Osmo 360, which captures 8K footage at 50fps, offers advanced stabilization, and features a compact design with a 1-inch HDR sensor, capable of recording continuously for over 100 minutes, with pricing starting at $549.99 in the US, though it is not yet available there.
The upcoming Google Pixel 9 series is set to receive significant camera hardware upgrades, including a new Sony IMX858 ultrawide sensor and an autofocus-enabled front-facing camera. The Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL will feature the same camera setup, enhancing selfie capabilities. Additionally, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold will see changes to its ultrawide and selfie cameras, likely due to a thinner design. The new Pixel Camera app will support 8K video recording at 30 fps, although it's unclear which devices will feature this at launch.
The Insta360 X4 is the company's first 360-degree camera capable of shooting 8K video, with improved battery life, waterproof credentials, and advanced features for vloggers, adrenaline junkies, and motorcyclists. Priced at $499.99, it offers significantly better battery life, smart-gesture and voice-control functions, and intuitive mobile editing platforms. With its increased resolution and user-friendly design, the X4 is set to be a top contender in the 360-degree action camera market, posing a challenge for the upcoming GoPro Max 2.