It doesn’t matter if you make a bike ride, whether you are skiing along the side of a mountain or gardening, the action camera captures and saves all the important and interesting moments of life.
There are so many action cameras and among this variety it can be difficult to choose the best option in terms of cost and capabilities. In addition, the products of famous European manufacturers may be too expensive, and overpaying exclusively for the brand is not very good. And then China comes to the rescue, which supplies many excellent and inexpensive Chinese action cameras. The 2016 rating will allow you to choose a model that fully meets your needs.
The cost in rubles is converted at the time of publication of the material.
5. H9 Ultra HD 4K Action Camera
Price - $ 40.99 (2653 rubles). 
The top 5 Chinese action cameras of 2016 are opened by a stylish and fully waterproof (up to 30 meters) model. Video can be recorded in resolutions up to 4K (4096 x 2160 pixels). You can shoot time-lapse videos consisting of a series of photos with different intervals (from 2 to 60 seconds). A nice bonus: the package comes with a huge number of accessories.
Disadvantages: many users complain of crackling or squeaking when recording video with WiFi turned on at the same time.
4. Elephone Explorer Pro 4K 12MP WiFi Action Camera
Price - $ 79.99 (5178 rubles).
The world's first action camera with voice broadcasting. Using the built-in WiFi, you can connect the device to the free application for wireless control in your phone or iPad, wireless control and share beautiful moments anytime, anywhere. A wide viewing angle (170 degrees) provides excellent visibility, allowing you to shoot more realistic scenes. Video can be shot in 4K resolution. The recording quality is amazing even in a poorly lit room. The waterproof case has a dual security system, so it is impossible to accidentally open the camera under water.
Cons: as they say in one of the reviews: if you want to record sound, then it's better to scream.
3. Original SJCAM M20
Price - $ 91.99 (5955 rubles).
One of the best Chinese action cameras of 2016 can record video in various resolutions. Maximum - 4K (by the method of interpolation of the so-called 2.5K). It connects to a smartphone for remote functions. The viewing angle is adjustable from 70 to 166 degrees. Thanks to its miniature size, the SJCAM M20 fits easily even in ladies' reticule.
Additional options: there is support for an external remote control. Thanks to this, you can put the camera on the helmet and not be afraid to shift the desired angle by feeling for the buttons.
2. Elephone Elecam 360 WiFi Action Camera Dual Lens
Price - $ 123.99 (8026 rub.).
Continuing the ranking of Chinese action cameras in 2016, a model with a recording resolution of 960P, equipped with two wide-angle lenses. They make it possible to shoot a 360-degree panorama. The proprietary application for managing the Elephone Elecam 360 (in the App Store, as well as on Google Play) allows you to directly send the captured video to WeChat or YouTube.
1. SJCAM SJ5000X 4K Sport Action Camera
Price - $ 110.99 (7185 rubles).
The best action camera 2016 from China in terms of price and quality. The first of its "goods" got a two-inch LCD display with support for recording format 2K and 4K @ 24fps (interpolated). The viewing angle of the lens can be adjusted. The camera also has a Gyro Anti-Shake stabilization sensor.
It was not without drawbacks: in dim lighting, strong noises, the real frame rate of the video will not exceed 60fps. In bright light everything is in order - 120fps, as stated by the manufacturer.
