Written by Ceara Perez-Murphy, staff writer, and product tester who's known to give great gifts.
Lily Hartman, staff writer, research expert, and active lifestyle enthusiast.
Updated July 14, 2023
Technology has made it increasingly easy to share our experiences with loved ones near and far. While some people choose to connect with photos and texts, there are others who like the opportunity to be innovative by creating photos with cameras and videos with GoPros and drones to showcase their adventures. While you could easily spend thousands of dollars on fancy equipment that’s hard to use, small professional-grade action cameras (“GoPros”) have become the go-to for consumers looking to avoid a learning curve and enjoy a new hobby.
Creating an intimate point of view with the flexibility to capture unique angles and perspectives, action cameras offer options like waterproofing, which lets users create their own unique masterpieces with little background knowledge. Whether you’re looking to create home-movie memories or get some great footage of your snorkeling trip, these can be handy when traveling calls for packing light. Some cameras even offer a wide range of different lenses, giving the user a variety of footage to work with during their editing process.
You may not want to splurge on a new GoPro either, and that’s okay. We also included some of the best alternatives to GoPros in this review. Based on our expertise, these are our top picks for GoPros and alternatives to GoPros available on Amazon right now.
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