When it comes to the action camera market right now, the GoPro Hero 5 is at the top, not only in terms of popularity and sales, but also in terms of what the company brings to the table. That's right, the Hero 5 Black is a significant step up from its predecessor, with a touchscreen, dual microphone system and built-in video stabilization to minimize shaky footage. It's also the first GoPro to have waterproof features without the need for a case. So it really makes sense why the company has the majority of the market share.
5 Best GoPro Alternatives: High Quality Action Camera on a Budget
However, the competition is catching up to the standards and now offers similar or sometimes more than what the GoPro Hero 5 has to offer, at an affordable price. Today, there are plenty of options to choose from besides a Hero 5, especially if you're looking for value for money. So if you're in the market for a new action camera this year, you might want to take a look at the top 10 GoPro Hero 5 alternatives you can buy:
An action camera from the acclaimed DSLR camera manufacturer themselves is enough to get our adrenaline pumping. The KeyMission 170 from Nikon is aimed squarely at consumers looking forward to buying a GoPro. What makes the KeyMission 170 stand out is its ultra-wide field of view, which is standard at 170 degrees. The camera is waterproof up to 10 meters without any casing. It is also shockproof from a height of 2 meters and freezeproof down to a temperature of -10 degrees Celsius, unlike the Hero 5.
The KeyMission 170 has an 8.3MP CMOS sensor capable of recording 4K video up to 30fps and 1080p video up to 60fps. One of the downsides of this camera is the battery life. It lasts about an hour even with WiFi and Bluetooth turned off, which is quite disappointing. The price is quite similar to the GoPro Hero 5 Black at just under $400, which is what makes this camera a compelling option.
