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August 2015
(81%)
93 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(91%)
60 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Simple style
Ease of use and exceptional video quality set the Yi apart from other budget offerings
As does the design of both the hardware and software. The camera itself is great for anyone wanting a personal video/stills camera
It's small easy to us
The Xiaomi Yi Action Cam offers more camera features and better video and photo quality than you'll typically find at its price. It has a removable battery and a standard 1/4-20-inch tripod mount
And the Micro-HDMI port supports live video output while r
Stylish
Minimalist
Colorful
Well designed
2K resolution
Compatible with some accessories from other brands
Sony BSI CMOS sensor
16 Mpx resolution
Great video quality
Easy to use app
Extensive video options
The editors didn't like
Features have been stripped back in some areas. For example
The lack of any type of screen means that you have to use the app to make settings adjustments. The plastic used for the body is lightweight and doesn't have the quality feel of higher-end camer
The instructions and parts of the mobile app are in Chinese
So it'll require some minor guesswork when starting out if you can't read Chinese. No memory card
Mounts or housings are included and the Yi isn't waterproof on its own. Battery life could be b
Battery life
Not natively weatherproof or shockresistant
No accessories included
Lag between realtime video and smartphone app preview
Simple style, ease of use and exceptional video quality set the Yi apart from other budget offerings, as does the design of both the hardware and software. The camera itself is great for anyone wanting a personal video/stills camera; it's small easy to us
Features have been stripped back in some areas. For example, the lack of any type of screen means that you have to use the app to make settings adjustments. The plastic used for the body is lightweight and doesn't have the quality feel of higher-end camer
The Yi action camera stands as a real GoPro alternative. The base unit is incredibly affordable and even when adding the cost of a waterproof housing and other accessories the Yi still comes in at a price that is a fraction of the market leaders.Amongst o...
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Published: 2016-03-16, Author: Ali , review by: techradar.com
Great video quality, Easy to use app, Extensive video options
Waterproof housing extra, Cover for ports is easily lost, Not sealed or weather proofed
The Yi action camera stands as a real GoPro alternative. When compared directly to the market leader's features and build quality it might lag behind slightly, but considering the price and quality of its video, the Yi is presently GoPro's most dangerous...
Stylish, minimalist, colorful, well designed, 2K resolution, Compatible with some accessories from other brands, Sony BSI CMOS sensor, 16 Mpx resolution
Battery life, Not natively weatherproof or shockresistant, No accessories included, Lag between realtime video and smartphone app preview, Sound quality
The Xiaomi Yi is small, simple and a good buy. Its only real drawbacks are the same that any action cam has: short battery life and okay sound quality. All accessories are sold separately, but even so the Yi offers excellent value-for-money and is a serio...
The Xiaomi Yi Action Cam offers more camera features and better video and photo quality than you'll typically find at its price. It has a removable battery and a standard 1/4-20-inch tripod mount, and the Micro-HDMI port supports live video output while r
The instructions and parts of the mobile app are in Chinese, so it'll require some minor guesswork when starting out if you can't read Chinese. No memory card, mounts or housings are included and the Yi isn't waterproof on its own. Battery life could be b
The Xiaomi Yi Action Cam's video quality and shooting options are well above other cameras in its class, but you'll need to bring your own accessories....
So there you have it, the power user accessories pack for the Xioami YI camera. For under $40 you are getting two essential upgrades – the display and a generous external battery. They are both easy to install and remove it and so far everything works ver...
For $70 the Xiaomi Yi Action Camera comes with everything you need to start recording your favorite activities whether they be hiking, driving, biking or just vlogging. The high-quality lens and 16mp sensor takes great shots and even better video, whic...
The Xiaomi Yi Action Cam offers more camera features and better video and photo quality than you'll typically find at its price. It has a removable battery and a standard 1/4-20-inch tripod mount, and the Micro-HDMI port supports live video output while r
The instructions and parts of the mobile app are in Chinese, so it'll require some minor guesswork when starting out if you can't read Chinese. No memory card, mounts or housings are included and the Yi isn't waterproof on its own. Battery life could be b
The Xiaomi Yi Action Cam's video quality and shooting options are well above other cameras in its class, but you'll need to bring your own accessories....
Abstract: Last week I received 2 x Xiaomi Yi Action cameras to review so I headed to the mountains and took some sample video and photos. Here are my first impressions of the Xiaomi Yi Action Camera.Over the past few years I have been filming my mountain biking exp...
Abstract: The Yi Action Camera 2 is, quite frankly, the only Chinese action cam that has impressed me so far.TunnelBear message: TunnelBear is the easy-to-use VPN app for mobile and desktop. Visit to try it free and save 10% when you sign up for unlimited TunnelBe...
Great video quality, Easy to use app, Extensive video options
Waterproof housing extra, Cover for ports is easily lost, Not sealed or weather proofed
The Yi action camera stands as a real GoPro alternative. When compared directly to the market leader's features and build quality it might lag behind slightly, but considering the price and quality of its video, the Yi is presently GoPro's most dangerous...
