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Photography The Official Xiaoyi Sports Camera Thread V1, The GoPro Alternative for Everyone!

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post Apr 2 2015, 09:08 AM, updated 7y ago

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Camera Specifications:
Processor: Ambrella A7LS Processor
Image Sensor: SONY EXMOR CMOS
Video: 1080P 60fps
Photo: 16MP
Viewing Angle: 155 degrees
Memory: Up to 64GB
Waterproof depth: 40 meters
Weight: 72 grams
Battery: 1100mAh
Bluetooth: Yes
WiFi: Yes


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Hello guys, I decided to open this thread as I have not found any thread regarding the discussion of the Xiaoyi Sports Camera.

I've just got mine and these are my first impressions:

Price
- Well, as I stay/live/work in China, I got mine at RMB600 for the entire travel package. That's about RM360.

Outlook
- Out of the box, the device is incredibly small.
- It looks like a toy.
- It is extremely light.
- Handling it is a little tedious as it is so small.
- Though made of plastic, build quality is decent.

Picture Quality
- I find it pretty OK but as I'm no photographer, I will comment no further.
- I'll upload some samples here for you to judge.
- Personally, I find it a joy to shoot with as the angle allows you to take some rather creative shots.

Connectivity
- I faced a couple of issues with connectivity with the Xiaoyi camera app on my Redmi Note
- Sometimes it just fails to connect. The remedy is to just keep reconnecting. Eventually, it will connect.

Others
- Taking and saving a shot takes about 3-4 seconds for me. I'm using a Class 6 8GB MicroSD card.
- App interface is sluggish, very laggy at times.
- Battery life is decent.
- The device heats up after quite some usage. It gets HOT!

Selfie Stick
- It's OK I guess. I've not purchased any selfie stick prior to this so I can't make a comparison.
- At times, it may feel a little bit flimsy. It certainly doesn't inspire confidence at times.
- Build quality wise, I'd give an OK to that too. Nothing spectacular yet not entirely rubbish as well.

That's all I can say for now. I'll post more stuff as I go along.

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Taken in broad daylight on a cloudy day. Picture is NON-EDITED.

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- To protect your camera lens, I'd suggest you buy a camera lens cover that should cost you less than RM10 like mine below. It's the same size as the one used on the GoPro.

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post Apr 2 2015, 09:09 AM

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Android Official Xiaoyi Sports Camera App

Finding this app in Android devices is downright simple.
Just search for Xiaoyi Sports Camera and you will find the app to download.
The official Android app is available in both Chinese and English

iOS Official Xiaoyi Sports Camera App

The official app for iOS has just been released on the 23rd of April.
You can find it in the App Store by keying in Xiaoyi at the search function.
You will find an app that's called 小蚁运动相机 by 360 Ants.
Note that the app is currently ONLY available in Chinese.

Other Compatible App for iOS (English)

iOS users can also download the app "LinkinEyes" to use with the XiaoYi Camera if you can't live with the official Chinese app.
It may not be perfect with a couple of bugs present but that will do.
Credits to zk9


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post Apr 2 2015, 09:20 AM

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Nice, first post XD

Awaiting my Xiaoyi camera from China ^^ hahaha

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QUOTE(kyxxx @ Apr 2 2015, 09:20 AM)
Nice, first post XD

Awaiting my Xiaoyi camera from China ^^ hahaha
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Thanks buddy. Just posted a little first impression at #2
Hope to see more people posting comments so we can get a discussion going!
Cheers!
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post Apr 2 2015, 09:23 AM

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It states waterproof up to 40m, does this mean the cam itself is waterproof or does it still need a housing? If so, when would the housing be available or can the current GoPro/SJ4000 ones be used?
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post Apr 2 2015, 09:45 AM

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QUOTE(6216 @ Apr 2 2015, 09:23 AM)
It states waterproof up to 40m, does this mean the cam itself is waterproof or does it still need a housing? If so, when would the housing be available or can the current GoPro/SJ4000 ones be used?
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From what i read in tech blogs is that it does not require housing and is originally waterproof.
However, they also said that this cam is compatible with GoPro accessories too.
Anyhow, once i got mine i will test it with GoPro =)
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post Apr 2 2015, 09:47 AM

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QUOTE(kyxxx @ Apr 2 2015, 09:45 AM)
From what i read in tech blogs is that it does not require housing and is originally waterproof.
However, they also said that this cam is compatible with GoPro accessories too.
Anyhow, once i got mine i will test it with GoPro =)
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post Apr 2 2015, 03:38 PM

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what SD card are you using for the camera. right now i'm looking to get one but cant decide on which one is sufficient for hd video recording.

I'm looking for a 32gb card
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post Apr 2 2015, 03:48 PM

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any class 4 card is enough for video. usually now it's all class 6

you only require very very high speed if you shoot burst/continuous raw shots in digital cameras.
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post Apr 2 2015, 03:51 PM

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i just got myself a white color one

but i doubt it is waterproof

i dare not try it

other than that , everything is fine
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post Apr 2 2015, 03:53 PM

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QUOTE(AngelTee84 @ Apr 2 2015, 03:51 PM)
i just got myself a white color one

but i doubt it is waterproof

i dare not try it

other than that , everything is fine
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Try la whistling.gif
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post Apr 2 2015, 04:27 PM

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QUOTE(mtcc @ Apr 2 2015, 03:38 PM)
what SD card are you using for the camera. right now i'm looking to get one but cant decide on which one is sufficient for hd video recording.

I'm looking for a 32gb card
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i think nowadays we can get a 32GB class 10 sandisk card for around RM6x.
I remember buying mine for RM62 at Harvey Norman few months back
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QUOTE(kyxxx @ Apr 2 2015, 04:27 PM)
i think nowadays we can get a 32GB class 10 sandisk card for around RM6x.
I remember buying mine for RM62 at Harvey Norman few months back
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i was reading on the recommended gopro sd cards it's not only that the camera requires class 10 but what's important is the write speed of the card
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QUOTE(mtcc @ Apr 2 2015, 04:34 PM)
i was reading on the recommended gopro sd cards it's not only that the camera requires class 10 but what's important is the write speed of the card
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well I'm not a SD card specialist, but my understanding towards SD card is as stated in the below link article:
https://www.sdcard.org/developers/overview/speed_class/


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post Apr 2 2015, 05:11 PM

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QUOTE(kyxxx @ Apr 2 2015, 04:58 PM)
well I'm not a SD card specialist, but my understanding towards SD card is as stated in the below link article:
https://www.sdcard.org/developers/overview/speed_class/
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ah thanks now i can compare. but do you have any action cams?
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the batteryyy sad.gif if only it can last longer. dont want to put powerbank on my helmet too
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QUOTE(mtcc @ Apr 2 2015, 05:11 PM)
ah thanks now i can compare. but do you have any action cams?
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For now no, cause my Yi Camera has yet to arrive.
But my housemates are in the Media Production business, thus they uses GoPro, drones and camera recording.
Thus what i understand is they are now using Class 10 Micro SD card.
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QUOTE(AngelTee84 @ Apr 2 2015, 03:51 PM)
i just got myself a white color one

but i doubt it is waterproof

i dare not try it

other than that , everything is fine
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How long can the battery last bro?

Btw can share photos and video straightaway thru phone
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