AKASO - V50 Elite

[Helmet cam](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ8R857Z/ref=dp_iou_view_item?ie=UTF8&th=1) facing forward, [action cam](https://www.amazon.com/AKASO-Control-Waterproof-Adjustable-Accessories/dp/B07J4TNYV8/ref=sr_1_15?crid=3DP1QYNTIYCE2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.KW_U9y-lqb_jjBTHgCoe4lX773xgQ3nEr--ROOA2c2Ygp9vJaAkWjSdt1YqYVb_KJXJaj-9fOSNw3CnovRUUg2CPCd32Io7LOHMBvNz1XLXnJDLHlF1bAGvSv96kLlojgnYiy8tuvxyJp4vL7GJpRuW-gcJer4Cj9mqCRuXggyY2MtiQhJCfl-pg5gKk7segp1VUC5FAzgrx-YYsnBqtoAycH9sqt0LKkC-Sj-kSVug.X7XzoT6Vxq9tDukBjRQkX3N5f8Ztmvk_TelIEu_svfg&dib_tag=se&keywords=action%2Bcam%2Bakaso&qid=1746386987&sprefix=action%2Bcam%2Bakaso%2Caps%2C136&sr=8-15&th=1) facing backwards. Thats what I run.

I got the Akaso V50 for my first snorkelling trip last year - you can see an example video [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/snorkeling/comments/1k93cp6/snorkelling_at_maldives/). It was sub £100 brand new so pretty cheap, and I was very pleased with it. However my wife wanted to join in so I bought a more expensive camera for this year's trip, the DJI Action 6 this year - video [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/snorkeling/comments/1qunerk/early_morning_maldives_snorkel/). The difference was really very noticeable looking at our raw footage - the Akaso video always had a greenish tinge whereas on the Action 6 the light came through much better. But, until I'd tried the Action 6 I was perfectly happy with the Akaso!

I bought an AKASO thinking it’d be good as a cheaper alternative to a GoPro. I haven’t found an app like TrackAddict, etc. that pairs with it, so I’m forced to record and sync video and data manually by bringing both files into RaceRender separately. I would’ve gotten a GoPro had I known this beforehand which would make video/data syncing sooo much easier.

I record data via TrackAddict. What data are you talking about? My AKASO doesn’t connect to TrackAddict so I need to start data via TrackAddict first, then start video on my AKASO separately

Depends on why you want it. For vlogging, the ace pro is a great camera. If you want it as a dashcam, I personally wouldn't want an expensive camera on my helmet all the time, so I use a cheap Akaso for that and switch to the insta when I actually care about my footage.

I have an Akaso and pulling the video and data separately is a pain, but they sync up automatically. Data starts when the video starts.

One cent under $70 and you can get it by tomorrow. Quality is likely shit and 90% of the reviews are fake. I rented a Hero 7 back in 2019 for a trip. Came home and bought an Akaso, had I not had the experience with GoPro I would have probably kept it. Comparing the two it was night and day. It may work for your use case, if not you can just return it. https://preview.redd.it/zpf8gv6acmbg1.png?width=960&format=png&auto=webp&s=aa81856dd3fce5483398c88649b504666a1317d5

Don't buy the akaso, underwater pictures are insanely green to a point where you can't fix it. Osmo is way better, have the 5pro and it's insane

I had an Akaso. It was fairly good as a whole and I was happy. When that died, I splurged on a Gopro. I was amazed at the difference. The Gopro was just so much more crisp, but until I had the 2 direct comparisons, I was happy with what I got with the Akaso. You get what you pay for.

I bought an inexpensive Akaso camera to use as a dashcam. While the video isn't GoPro quality, it's decent. The batteries last about an hour and spares only cost $4 each on Amazon.

Gun beach is a long walk. But if you’re in Guam, dive certification is basically a requirement to live here. If you want photos a tg 6 or 7 with a housing is my recommendation. It’s waterproof on its own but at scuba depths you need a housing. If you just want video, an action camera is the go to. I use an Akaso. Cheap brand but 4k video. Regardless of the camera you select, you have to have a light to get decent photos at depth. Go to MDA or GSM(?). Jim at GSM is quite knowledgeable. He’s in the strip center next to Tu Re.