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Kandao QooCam Review | 96 Data compared

Avg. price:~£340Video resolution:4KBattery life:90 minWaterproof depth:10 mElectronic image stabilization:yesMaximum 4K frame rate:60 fps

Kandao QooCam Review: Compare 96 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Action cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the action camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best action cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

80%

6.9

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 75% of action-cameras
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Action cameras category across these key areas: Video, Photo, Display & Design, Connectivity & Audio, Battery, Ruggedness & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare action cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

30%

6.8

Video

22%

7.4

Photo

14%

8.1

Ruggedness & Storage

13%

6.9

Battery

11%

6.3

Connectivity & Audio

10%

5.5

Display & Design

â–²Better than 78% of action-cameras
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the action camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Technical Specifications of action camera Kandao QooCam

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Action cameras category across these key areas: Video, Photo, Display & Design, Connectivity & Audio, Battery, Ruggedness & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare action cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

30%

6.8

Video

22%

7.4

Photo

14%

8.1

Ruggedness & Storage

13%

6.9

Battery

11%

6.3

Connectivity & Audio

10%

5.5

Display & Design

6.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the action camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the action camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which action cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Kandao QooCam has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 85.5% of action cameras.
1.0
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the action camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components:

60%

6.9

Overall score

40%

8.7

Price

7.5
Video resolution
4K
Video resolution
4K
â–² Better than 36% of models
This action camera records video at 4K, which is higher than that of 36.1% of action cameras.
Maximum 4K frame rate
60 fps
Maximum 4K frame rate
60 fps
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
This action camera has a maximum 4K frame rate of 60 fps, which is higher than that of 69.6% of action cameras and equal to that of 18.4% of action cameras.
Maximum 1080p frame rate
60 fps
Maximum 1080p frame rate
60 fps
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
Market range: <30 fps – >240 fps
This action camera has a maximum 1080p frame rate of 60 fps, which is higher than that of 23.8% of action cameras and equal to that of 33.8% of action cameras.
Video bitrate
60 Mbps
Video bitrate
60 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <19 Mbps – >130 Mbps
This action camera has a video bitrate of 60 Mbps, which is higher than that of 40.5% of action cameras and equal to that of 13.5% of action cameras.
Video codecs
H.264, H.265
Video codecs
H.264, H.265
â–² Better than 75% of models
This action camera supports the following video codecs: H.264, H.265. Its codec support is more advanced than that of 74.7% of action cameras.
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Main camera megapixels
?
Sensor size
?
Main camera aperture
?
Photo resolution
?
Field of view
360 °
Field of view
360 °
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <128 ° – >360 °
This action camera has a field of view of 360 °, which is wider than that of 89.8% of action cameras.
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Built-in display
no
Built-in display
no
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
This action camera does not have a display. 72.6% of action cameras have a display.
Screen size
?
Touchscreen
yes
Touchscreen
yes
â–² Better than 43% of models
This action camera includes a touchscreen. This feature is present on 57% of action cameras.
Secondary screen
no
Secondary screen
no
â–¼ Worse than 9% of models
This action camera does not have a secondary screen. 8.7% of action cameras have a secondary screen.
Secondary screen resolution
?
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Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This action camera supports Wi-Fi connectivity. This feature is present on 92.5% of action cameras.
Wi-Fi version
?
Bluetooth version
4.2
Bluetooth version
4.2
â–² Better than 72% of models
This action camera supports Bluetooth version 4.2 which is newer than that supported by 71.7% of action cameras and equal to that of 8.8% of action cameras.
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 14% of models
This action camera does not support GPS. 13.9% of action cameras include GPS functionality.
GPS data requires a phone or external accessory.
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
This action camera does not include USB Type-C. 42.2% of action cameras use USB-C.
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Battery life
90 min
Battery life
90 min
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
Market range: <60 min – >162 min
This action camera runs for 90 min per charge, which is longer than the battery life of 33.5% of action cameras and equal to the battery life of 19.5% of action cameras.
Battery power
2,600 mAh
Battery power
2,600 mAh
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >1.9k mAh
This action camera has a battery capacity of 2,600 mAh, which is higher than that of 95.6% of action cameras and equal to that of 1.3% of action cameras.
Battery capacity varies by QooCam variant.
Charging time
1.5 h
Charging time
1.5 h
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
This action camera charges in 1.5 h, which is shorter than the charging time of 71.1% of action cameras and equal to the charging time of 9.2% of action cameras.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 82% of models
This action camera supports fast charging. This feature is present on 18.2% of action cameras.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 1% of models
This action camera does not support wireless charging. 0.6% of action cameras support wireless charging.
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Waterproof depth
10 m
Waterproof depth
10 m
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <0 m – >11 m
This action camera is waterproof to 10 m, which is deeper than the waterproof depth of 66.3% of action cameras and equal to the waterproof depth of 23.5% of action cameras.
IP rating
IP68
IP rating
IP68
â–² Better than 71% of models
This action camera has an IP rating of IP68, which is higher than that of 70.6% of action cameras and equal to that of 29.4% of action cameras.
Maximum operating temperature
35 °C
Maximum operating temperature
35 °C
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <35 °C – >45 °C
This action camera has a maximum operating temperature of 35 °C, which is lower than that of 77.4% of action cameras and equal to that of 22.6% of action cameras.
Minimum operating temperature
?
External memory slot
yes
External memory slot
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This action camera includes an external memory slot. This feature is present on 95.2% of action cameras.
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Kandao QooCam vs the average action camera

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  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This action camera has a higher IP rating than the average action camera (IP68 vs IPX4). The average action camera has an IP rating of IPX4.
    IP68 vs IPX4
  • 9 m deeper waterproof depth
    Waterproof depth
    10 m
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >11 m
    This action camera has a higher waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (10 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
    10 m vs 1 m
  • Has microphone input
    Microphone input
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This action camera has microphone input, the average action camera does not. 26.8% of action cameras offer this feature.
  • 30 fps higher 4K frame rate
    Maximum 4K frame rate
    60 fps
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
    This action camera has a higher 4K frame rate than the average action camera (60 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
    60 fps vs 30 fps
  • 1,400 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery life
    2,600 mAh min
    â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has a higher battery capacity than the average action camera (2600 mAh vs 1200 mAh). The average action camera has a battery capacity of 1200 mAh.
    Battery capacity varies by QooCam variant.
    2,600 mAh vs 1,200 mAh
  • Supports fast charging
    Fast charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This action camera supports fast charging, the average action camera does not. 18.7% of action cameras support fast charging.
  • Built-in live streaming
    First-party live streaming
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This action camera supports built-in live streaming, the average action camera does not. 28.7% of action cameras support built-in live streaming.
  • Better video codecs
    Video codecs
    H.264, H.265
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This action camera supports better video codecs than the average action camera (H.264, H.265 vs H.264). The average action camera supports H.264 video codecs.
    H.264, H.265 vs H.264
  • 30 fps higher 4K frame rate
    Maximum 4K frame rate
    60 fps
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
    This action camera has a higher 4K frame rate than the average action camera (60 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
    60 fps vs 30 fps
  • Built-in live streaming
    First-party live streaming
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This action camera supports built-in live streaming, the average action camera does not. 28.7% of action cameras support built-in live streaming.
  • Better video codecs
    Video codecs
    H.264, H.265
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This action camera supports better video codecs than the average action camera (H.264, H.265 vs H.264). The average action camera supports H.264 video codecs.
    H.264, H.265 vs H.264
  • Invisible selfie stick
    Invisible selfie stick support
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This action camera supports the invisible selfie stick effect, the average action camera does not. 13.2% of action cameras support an invisible selfie stick effect.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This action camera supports RAW photo capture, the average action camera does not. 35.1% of action cameras support RAW formats.
  • 190 ° wider field of view
    Field of view
    360 °
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <128 ° – >360 °
    This action camera has a higher field of view than the average action camera (360 ° vs 170 °). The average action camera offers a field of view of 170 °.
    360 ° vs 170 °
  • Allows manual focus
    Manual focus
    yes
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This action camera supports manual focus, the average action camera does not. 1.8% of action cameras include manual focus modes.
  • Has a multi-lens main camera
    Multi-lens main camera
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This action camera has a multi-lens main camera setup, the average action camera does not. 13.2% of action cameras include multi-lens setups.
  • Supports 360° capture
    360° capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This action camera supports 360° capture, the average action camera does not. 13.2% of action cameras support this.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    Manual shutter speed
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This action camera allows manual shutter speed control, the average action camera does not. 48.1% of action cameras include this feature.
  • 3.4 mm thinner
    Thickness
    26.6 mm
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <21.1 mm – >42 mm
    This action camera is thinner than the average action camera (26.6 mm vs 30 mm). The average action camera has a thickness of 30 mm.
    26.6 mm vs 30 mm
  • Has microphone input
    Microphone input
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This action camera has microphone input, the average action camera does not. 26.8% of action cameras offer this feature.
  • 1,400 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery life
    2,600 mAh min
    â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has a higher battery capacity than the average action camera (2600 mAh vs 1200 mAh). The average action camera has a battery capacity of 1200 mAh.
    Battery capacity varies by QooCam variant.
    2,600 mAh vs 1,200 mAh
  • Supports fast charging
    Fast charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This action camera supports fast charging, the average action camera does not. 18.7% of action cameras support fast charging.
  • 0.5 h shorter charging time
    Charging time
    1.5 h
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
    This action camera has a lower charging time than the average action camera (1.5 h vs 2 h). The average action camera takes 2 h to charge.
    1.5 h vs 2 h
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This action camera has a higher IP rating than the average action camera (IP68 vs IPX4). The average action camera has an IP rating of IPX4.
    IP68 vs IPX4
  • 9 m deeper waterproof depth
    Waterproof depth
    10 m
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >11 m
    This action camera has a higher waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (10 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
    10 m vs 1 m
  • Damage-resistant glass
    Damage-resistant glass
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This action camera uses damage-resistant glass, the average action camera does not. 43.2% of action cameras use damage-resistant glass.
  • 128 GB larger microSD limit
    Maximum microSD capacity
    256 GB
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <32 GB – >1k GB
    This action camera has a higher maximum microSD capacity than the average action camera (256 GB vs 128 GB). The average action camera supports microSD cards up to 128 GB.
    256 GB vs 128 GB
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K
    â–² Better than 36% of models
    This action camera records at 4K, a lower video resolution than the average action camera (5.3K).
    4K vs 5.3K
  • Does not have a display
    Built-in display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This action camera does not have a display, the average action camera does. 72.1% of action cameras have a display.
  • No removable battery
    Removable battery
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This action camera does not have a removable battery, while the average action camera does.
  • 5 °C lower max operating temp
    Maximum operating temperature
    35 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >45 °C
    This action camera has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average action camera (35 °C vs 40 °C). The average action camera reaches a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C.
    35 °C vs 40 °C
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.2
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This action camera uses an older Bluetooth version than the average action camera (4.2 vs 5.2). The average action camera uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.2 vs 5.2
  • 6.78x less popular
    Kandao QooCam is less popular than the average action camera (1 vs 6.8).
    1 vs 6.78
  • 12.5 mm wider
    Width
    71.5 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <26.5 mm – >71.8 mm
    This action camera is wider than the average action camera (71.5 mm vs 59 mm). The average action camera has a width of 59 mm.
    71.5 mm vs 59 mm
  • 36% more expensive
    Kandao QooCam is more expensive than the average action camera (£340 vs £250).
    £340 vs £250
  • 6.78x less popular
    Kandao QooCam is less popular than the average action camera (1 vs 6.8).
    1 vs 6.78
  • 36% more expensive
    Kandao QooCam is more expensive than the average action camera (£340 vs £250).
    £340 vs £250
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K
    â–² Better than 36% of models
    This action camera records at 4K, a lower video resolution than the average action camera (5.3K).
    4K vs 5.3K
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Color depth
    10 bit
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <8 bit – >8 bit
    This action camera has a lower color depth than the average action camera (10 bit vs 8 bit). The average action camera records with a color depth of 8 bit.
    10 bit vs 8 bit
  • Does not have a display
    Built-in display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This action camera does not have a display, the average action camera does. 72.1% of action cameras have a display.
  • 12.5 mm wider
    Width
    71.5 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <26.5 mm – >71.8 mm
    This action camera is wider than the average action camera (71.5 mm vs 59 mm). The average action camera has a width of 59 mm.
    71.5 mm vs 59 mm
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.2
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This action camera uses an older Bluetooth version than the average action camera (4.2 vs 5.2). The average action camera uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.2 vs 5.2
  • No removable battery
    Removable battery
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This action camera does not have a removable battery, while the average action camera does.
  • 5 °C lower max operating temp
    Maximum operating temperature
    35 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >45 °C
    This action camera has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average action camera (35 °C vs 40 °C). The average action camera reaches a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C.
    35 °C vs 40 °C

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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cined.com
09/11/2018
Summary of the review
Kandao QooCam Review and 3D 180 / 360 Video - CineD
3
360rumors.com
17/04/2019
Summary of the review
Kandao QooCam 360 and 3D camera HANDS-ON review + 10 FEATURES + Tutorial
F
fstoppers.com
21/02/2019
Summary of the review
Fstoppers Reviews the Kandao QooCam: A Cool Camera, but Who Is It For?

Third-party reviews

What we like about Kandao QooCam

  • High video resolution up to 8K providing clear, detailed panoramic footage
  • Excellent image quality for both 360-degree stills and video
  • Large image sensors and fast f/1.6 aperture for superior low-light performance
  • Intuitive and easy-to-use colorful touchscreen interface
  • Robust build quality with IP68 dustproof and waterproof capabilities
  • Effective built-in six-axis image stabilization
  • Affordable pricing compared to professional-tier 8K cameras
  • 10-bit color depth support enhancing color grading and dynamic range

What we don't like about Kandao QooCam

  • Noticeable overheating issues causing the camera body to get very hot
  • Slow boot-up times and general lag when switching between shooting modes
  • Mobile and desktop editing applications feel clunky and lack advanced features
  • Poor internal audio quality with occasional spatial sound imbalances
  • Noticeable stitching errors and visible artifacts where the selfie stick is removed
  • Relatively short battery life, especially when utilizing Wi-Fi features
  • Larger and heavier footprint compared to standard action camera rivals
  • Visible chromatic aberration and soft focus on distant objects under certain conditions

Verdict

The Kandao QooCam 3 Ultra is a high-performance 360-degree action camera featuring dual 1/1.7-inch sensors and a fast f/1.6 aperture that enables 8K video at 30fps and 96MP panoramic photos. Key characteristics include 10-bit HLG HDR support, SuperSteady 2.0 stabilization, and an IP68 waterproof rating up to 10 meters, making it highly versatile for extreme sports and low-light environments. Main pros include its exceptional image detail, 100GB of internal storage, and built-in GPS for spatial metadata. However, notable cons include its relatively large and heavy build compared to competitors, loud internal cooling fans, and a mobile application workflow that some users find less intuitive than rival software.

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