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Sony Action Cam HDR AS200V Review | 96 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Video resolution:1080pBattery life:115 minWaterproof depth:5 mElectronic image stabilization:yesMaximum 4K frame rate:0 fps

Sony Action Cam HDR AS200V 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.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

80%

5.2

Technical score

20%

7.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 59% of action-cameras
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

30%

4.6

Video

22%

4.7

Photo

14%

4.8

Ruggedness & Storage

13%

5.5

Battery

11%

7.7

Connectivity & Audio

10%

6.0

Display & Design

â–¼Worse than 67% of action-cameras
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on 634 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 57% of action-cameras
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Technical Specifications of action camera Sony Action Cam HDR AS200V

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

30%

4.6

Video

22%

4.7

Photo

14%

4.8

Ruggedness & Storage

13%

5.5

Battery

11%

7.7

Connectivity & Audio

10%

6.0

Display & Design

5.2
User score
User score
7.9/ 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 57% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on 634 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
6.7/ 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 52% of models
Popularity:
Sony Action Cam HDR AS200V has a popularity score of 6.7 points, which is lower than 51.2% of action cameras.
6.7
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
6.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

6.8
Video resolution
1080p
Video resolution
1080p
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This action camera records video at 1080p, which is lower than that of 69.9% of action cameras.
Maximum 4K frame rate
0 fps
Maximum 4K frame rate
0 fps
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
This action camera has a maximum 4K frame rate of 0 fps, which is lower than that of 65.8% of action cameras and equal to that of 34.2% 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
50 Mbps
Video bitrate
50 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <19 Mbps – >130 Mbps
This action camera has a video bitrate of 50 Mbps, which is lower than that of 62.7% of action cameras and equal to that of 3.2% of action cameras.
Video codecs
H.264
Video codecs
H.264
â–¼ Worse than 33% of models
This action camera supports the following video codecs: H.264. Its codec support is more advanced than that of 2.4% of action cameras.
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Main camera megapixels
8.8 MP
Main camera megapixels
8.8 MP
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <8 MP – >48 MP
This action camera has a main camera resolution of 8.8 MP, which is lower than that of 84.1% of action cameras.
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 27% of models
This action camera has a sensor size of 1/2.3", which is larger than that of 18.3% of action cameras.
Main camera aperture
f/2.8 f
Main camera aperture
f/2.8
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
This action camera has a main camera aperture of f/2.8, which is wider than that of 7.3% of action cameras and equal to that of 43.8% of action cameras.
Photo resolution
8.8 MP
Photo resolution
8.8 MP
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <8 MP – >38 MP
This action camera captures photos at 8.8 MP, which is lower than 86.4% of action cameras and equal to 1% of action cameras.
Field of view
170 °
Field of view
170 °
â–² Better than 45% of models
Market range: <128 ° – >360 °
This action camera has a field of view of 170 °, which is wider than that of 44.9% 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
1 inch
Screen size
1 inch
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <0 inch – >2.5 inch
This action camera has a 1 inch screen, which is smaller than the screens on 82.5% of action cameras and the same size as the screens on 2.1% of action cameras.
Touchscreen
?
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
N/A
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 87% of models
This action camera supports GPS. This feature is present on 13.3% of action cameras.
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
115 min
Battery life
115 min
â–² Better than 62% of models
Market range: <60 min – >162 min
This action camera runs for 115 min per charge, which is longer than the battery life of 62.2% of action cameras.
Battery power
1,240 mAh
Battery power
1,240 mAh
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >1.9k mAh
This action camera has a battery capacity of 1,240 mAh, which is higher than that of 58.1% of action cameras and equal to that of 3.8% of action cameras.
Charging time
2.92 h
Charging time
2.92 h
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
This action camera charges in 2.92 h, which is longer than the charging time of 71.7% of action cameras and equal to the charging time of 2.6% of action cameras.
About 4.08 h via computer USB.
Fast charging
no
Fast charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This action camera does not support fast charging. 18.8% of action cameras support fast charging.
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
5 m
Waterproof depth
5 m
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <0 m – >11 m
This action camera is waterproof to 5 m, which is deeper than the waterproof depth of 57.2% of action cameras and equal to the waterproof depth of 7.8% of action cameras.
60 with included housing
IP rating
IPX4
IP rating
IPX4
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
This action camera has an IP rating of IPX4, which is lower than that of 88.2% of action cameras and equal to that of 10.3% of action cameras.
Maximum operating temperature
40 °C
Maximum operating temperature
40 °C
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
Market range: <35 °C – >45 °C
This action camera has a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C, which is higher than that of 23.4% of action cameras and equal to that of 50.4% of action cameras.
Minimum operating temperature
10 °C
Minimum operating temperature
10 °C
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <-20 °C – >0 °C
This action camera has a minimum operating temperature of 10 °C, which is higher than that of 97.2% of action cameras and equal to that of 2.8% of action cameras.
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.
Also supports Memory Stick Micro.
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Sony Action Cam HDR AS200V vs the average action camera

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  • 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.
  • Has GPS
    GPS
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This action camera supports GPS, the average action camera does not. 13.8% of action cameras include GPS functionality.
  • 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.
  • 4 m deeper waterproof depth
    Waterproof depth
    5 m
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >11 m
    This action camera has a higher waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (5 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
    60 with included housing
    5 m vs 1 m
  • Has 3.5 mm jack
    3.5 mm audio jack
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This action camera includes a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average action camera does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack. 8.4% of action cameras include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • 25 min longer battery life
    Battery life
    115 min
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has longer battery life than the average action camera (115 min vs 90 min). The average action camera offers 90 min of battery life.
    115 min vs 90 min
  • Has HDMI output
    HDMI output
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This action camera supports HDMI output, the average action camera does not. 43.1% of action cameras support video-out features.
    Built-in Micro HDMI port.
  • 34.8 mm narrower
    Width
    24.2 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <26.5 mm – >71.8 mm
    This action camera is narrower than the average action camera (24.2 mm vs 59 mm). The average action camera has a width of 59 mm.
    24.2 mm vs 59 mm
  • 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.
  • 34.8 mm narrower
    Width
    24.2 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <26.5 mm – >71.8 mm
    This action camera is narrower than the average action camera (24.2 mm vs 59 mm). The average action camera has a width of 59 mm.
    24.2 mm vs 59 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.
  • Has GPS
    GPS
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This action camera supports GPS, the average action camera does not. 13.8% of action cameras include GPS functionality.
  • Has 3.5 mm jack
    3.5 mm audio jack
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This action camera includes a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average action camera does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack. 8.4% of action cameras include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • Has HDMI output
    HDMI output
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This action camera supports HDMI output, the average action camera does not. 43.1% of action cameras support video-out features.
    Built-in Micro HDMI port.
  • Has NFC
    NFC
    yes
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This action camera supports NFC, the average action camera does not. 3% of action cameras support NFC.
  • 25 min longer battery life
    Battery life
    115 min
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has longer battery life than the average action camera (115 min vs 90 min). The average action camera offers 90 min of battery life.
    115 min vs 90 min
  • 40 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery life
    1,240 mAh min
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has a higher battery capacity than the average action camera (1240 mAh vs 1200 mAh). The average action camera has a battery capacity of 1200 mAh.
    1,240 mAh vs 1,200 mAh
  • 4 m deeper waterproof depth
    Waterproof depth
    5 m
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >11 m
    This action camera has a higher waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (5 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
    60 with included housing
    5 m vs 1 m
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This action camera records at 1080p, a lower video resolution than the average action camera (5.3K).
    1080p vs 5.3K
  • 30 fps lower 4K frame rate
    Maximum 4K frame rate
    0 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
    This action camera has a lower 4K frame rate than the average action camera (0 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
    0 fps vs 30 fps
  • 50% smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <0 inch – >2.5 inch
    This action camera has a lower screen size than the average action camera (1 inch vs 2 inch). The average action camera has a screen size of 2 inch.
    1 inch vs 2 inch
  • 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.
  • 0.92 h longer charging time
    Charging time
    2.92 h
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
    This action camera has a higher charging time than the average action camera (2.9 h vs 2 h). The average action camera takes 2 h to charge.
    About 4.08 h via computer USB.
    2.92 h vs 2 h
  • No webcam mode
    Webcam mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This action camera does not support webcam mode, the average action camera does. 60.7% of action cameras support webcam mode.
  • 3.2 MP lower main-camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    8.8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <8 MP – >48 MP
    This action camera has a lower main action camera resolution than the average action camera (8.8 MP vs 12 MP). The average action camera has a resolution of 12 MP.
    8.8 MP vs 12 MP
  • 0.1 s shorter exposure time
    Exposure time
    0.0333333 s
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.0333 s – >0.25 s
    This action camera has a lower maximum exposure time than the average action camera (0 s vs 0.1 s). The average action camera supports a maximum exposure time of 0.1333 s.
    0.0333333 s vs 0.1333 s
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This action camera records at 1080p, a lower video resolution than the average action camera (5.3K).
    1080p vs 5.3K
  • 30 fps lower 4K frame rate
    Maximum 4K frame rate
    0 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
    This action camera has a lower 4K frame rate than the average action camera (0 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
    0 fps vs 30 fps
  • No webcam mode
    Webcam mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This action camera does not support webcam mode, the average action camera does. 60.7% of action cameras support webcam mode.
  • 16.7% lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    50 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <19 Mbps – >130 Mbps
    This action camera has a lower video bitrate than the average action camera (50 Mbps vs 60 Mbps). The average action camera has a video bitrate of 60 Mbps.
    50 Mbps vs 60 Mbps
  • 3.2 MP lower main-camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    8.8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <8 MP – >48 MP
    This action camera has a lower main action camera resolution than the average action camera (8.8 MP vs 12 MP). The average action camera has a resolution of 12 MP.
    8.8 MP vs 12 MP
  • 0.1 s shorter exposure time
    Exposure time
    0.0333333 s
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.0333 s – >0.25 s
    This action camera has a lower maximum exposure time than the average action camera (0 s vs 0.1 s). The average action camera supports a maximum exposure time of 0.1333 s.
    0.0333333 s vs 0.1333 s
  • 2 MP lower photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8.8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <8 MP – >38 MP
    This action camera has a lower photo resolution than the average action camera (8.8 MP vs 12 MP). The average action camera captures 12 MP photos.
    8.8 MP vs 12 MP
  • 50% smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <0 inch – >2.5 inch
    This action camera has a lower screen size than the average action camera (1 inch vs 2 inch). The average action camera has a screen size of 2 inch.
    1 inch vs 2 inch
  • 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.
  • 3 older release date
    Release date
    2015
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This action camera is older than the average action camera (2015 vs 2018). The average action camera was released in 2018.
    Released in March 2015.
    2015 vs 2018
  • 0.92 h longer charging time
    Charging time
    2.92 h
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
    This action camera has a higher charging time than the average action camera (2.9 h vs 2 h). The average action camera takes 2 h to charge.
    About 4.08 h via computer USB.
    2.92 h vs 2 h
  • 64 GB smaller microSD limit
    Maximum microSD capacity
    64 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <32 GB – >1k GB
    This action camera has a lower maximum microSD capacity than the average action camera (64 GB vs 128 GB). The average action camera supports microSD cards up to 128 GB.
    64 GB vs 128 GB

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What we like about Sony Action Cam HDR AS200V

  • High-quality 1080p video recording at 60fps
  • Effective built-in SteadyShot digital image stabilization
  • Excellent built-in stereo microphone audio quality compared to rivals
  • Compact, slim, and lightweight low-profile form factor
  • Splashproof and weather-resistant body without requiring an external case
  • Integrated GPS for data overlay tracking like speed and location
  • Affordable pricing and good value for money compared to contemporary GoPros
  • Standard 1/4-inch tripod mount adapter thread built into the kit
  • Strong low-light performance using the Exmor R CMOS sensor

What we don't like about Sony Action Cam HDR AS200V

  • Short battery life, requiring users to carry multiple spares
  • Confusing on-device menu system and a clunky button interface
  • Lack of a built-in live preview LCD screen, making a remote or smartphone app necessary
  • Included tripod mount adapter blocks physical access to the external mic jack
  • Lens flare issues where direct sunlight can create a noticeable red dot artifact on video
  • No native 4K video recording capability
  • Inability to easily change video resolution or frame rates directly via the smartphone app

Verdict

The Sony Action Cam HDR-AS200V is a compact, 93-gram Full HD action camera featuring a 1/2.3-type back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor, an f/2.8 ZEISS Tessar lens with adjustable fields of view (170° wide-angle or 120° stabilized), and a BIONZ X image processor. It records high-bitrate video in XAVC S format up to 1080p at 60fps (50 Mbps) and slow-motion footage at 720p/120fps, while capturing 8.8 MP still images. Main pros include built-in SteadyShot electronic image stabilization, a high-quality stereo microphone with wind noise reduction, integrated Wi-Fi, NFC, and GPS tracking, along with a splash-proof body that becomes waterproof down to 5 meters using the included SPK-AS2 housing. However, main cons include a lack of 4K video recording, a small black-and-white LCD screen with a confusing menu layout, and corner distortion or edge warping when the electronic image stabilization is actively engaged.

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