How does this do in Very low light settings? Specifically, a pitch black room with 2 Neewer 176 LED lights pointed on a subject? I don't care about 4k, stabilization, audio quality. I just need an action cam that shoots good video in low to no light. ..and doesn't come out super grainy and horrible.
you're the best sjcam camera reviewer I found so far! great job! keep on showing what viewers want to see, not just your perspectives 😀 you're awesome!
Very nice review, thanks! I'm waiting for my own SJCAM SJ7 STAR to arrive from China, so I'm really looking forward to test is and use it, specially riding the bike.
The SJ7 looks perfect for me.. I don't want to fork out for a Go-Pro and then break it as I probably will. I bought a Soocoo s100 some time ago (About USD 80) NTK6660 and I would have to say that the footage isn't great. Disappointing actually. But it's fast and the software works well. I'm thinking that the minimum price when looking for decent quality is similar to that of the SJ7. I know you have said that the footage is great on the SJ7 but is it that good that it's worth buying for a long trip overseas? I'm like most people, I want great footage for the cheapest price ;). Thanks again!
Great review of a quality camera that is one of the few that can record at night. With a waterproof case and that watch controller, it would be a great dive camera!
another great review buddy....i already have the SJ5000x Elie, very happy with it...i think comparing the SJ6 with SJ7, i should be be ordering the SJ7....wanted to ask , do they use same batteries as the SJ5000 or their previous cameras?
FYI, I just poked around on SJCAM's site and it appears that they rolled out a fix for the poor low light performance with 1080p, as shown in this link, at least in version 1.17 of the firmware update's changelog - support.sjcam.com/support/solutions/articles/9000137160-sj7-star-latest-firmware-update-v1-20 "16. Adds Auto Low Light support for all resolutions. Auto low light mode turned on by default." They are all way up to version 1.20 for the latest firmware update, so anyone updating to that will also get the fix for the poor low light with that.
Hi i have 2 problems .... 1 I no longer work on the "small one" front panel and I did in the menu I did not know what the FPV was and now I see nothing more I try to turn it on but after 1 second you are back, you could help me
Redskull Thankyou that’s what I was worried about ... I will use one of your links great reviews thanks a lot you have helped me find the cam I want .. I’ve been looking for ages! 🙂
Best review, on SJCAM SJ7 Star, I have seen so far, thank you.👍Does it come with a bike mount, or do I have to buy one? I am kinda relieved after watching your review as mine is on its way.
I like your video and subscribed to it. Is the camera good for using as a dashcam? If used as a dashcam, can we read the numberplate at night? Also the camera does not have a 1/4 inch screw mount. Any sugesstion for tripod mount?
Hi mate! another excellent revie and now i am more undecided: which cam should I go for? This one or the Firefly 8Se (which would be 20 USD more xpensive for me or get for a definitely cheaper one with Campark x20???
Can this be mounted to your body with additional accessories? I want to get this mainly for when I go hiking and need something that I could use hands-free
Thank you very much for your thorough review. I ordered one of these from Gearbest upon watching your video. Is it possible to purchase a spare battery? It seems the camera can also be used for taking photos as well. What is the maximum resolution (frame size) or megapixels that can be set to take the photo? Thanks. Jerry - Tokyo, Japan
Hi, Very good review.Please ask me two questions, if you have time: 1) In an unboxing review, I saw that on the touchscreen plastic protective foil writes: "Notice: Please power off when charging". You can use external power banks or car accumulator during recording? Did you test? Because at that moment SJCAM is "ON" and charging, what it is against the manufacturer's indication. In the manual it does not explain this. I saw 5000X ELITE can do it. 2) For a longer recording, the file is split into several 4GB files, like the 32FAT SD CARD? Or the whole record is saved in a single file, exFAT SD CARD? I'm asking because I have a camera that to read SD cards larger than 32GB requires 32FAT formatting in a computer in advance. And the files are limited to 3.87GB about 30 minutes in 1080p 30f. With a 64GB card it can record 8 hours in 1080p 30f. Thank you very much.
hi, Thanks for watching. You can record while the camera it's charging. For the 2nd question i cannot confirm... i i don't record long files... i always start and stop the recordings.
I have now switched to the GoPro Hero 7 Black....My SJCAM SJ8 Pro broke within a couple of months of using it (shut off and wouldn't turn on at all). SJCAM told me to contact the seller which I did who offered to send me a new one...it never arrived. They supposedly sent a second (from Malaysia again) it never arrived again. Then the seller said they would refund me...never happened despite repeated promises. I contacted SJCAM to tell them I wanted to get a replacement and sent them video of the malfunction (like I did to the seller). They erased my help ticket like it never existed...I haven't heard back from them...I'm done with SJCAM...which is sad because I like the SJ7 STAR for cockpit audio when I fly. The only problem I've had with the two SJ7 STAR cameras is that the micro usb port has broken off in both cameras (I superglued a micro usb to usb cable on the second one before it totally broke off so I could keep using it in the plane while charging it at the same time with a USB power supply). The first SJ7 would not record sound after the micro usb port broke (while using the plug in official SJCAM microphone. The GoPro Hero 7 surpasses everything...that's all I'm saying..the only problem is that it's never going to be as cheap as SJCAM. I did all of my video reviewing with the SJ7 and SJ8 but they will be retired soon with GoPro cameras. The hypersmooth technology is what sold me and it is great. I do not have room in the plane to have a gyro. UPDATE: They also took down my 2nd help ticket without anything said....DO NOT BUY SJCAM!!!!....or should we call it SCAM and make the J silent?
Can it be used as a webcam via usb? How much of a downside is the missing screw mount? If I always have to have it in it's case, will that get annoying quick?
Hello! Thank you for your review! I have this camera and I'm thinking about an update, which camera do you suggest me? I was thinking about a Akaso Brave 6 Plus.
Hello Redskull, my compliments for this very informative video! I have two more questions I would like to ask: 1. If you have started videorecording, the recording button on top of the camera will keep on flashing. But there is no indicatorlight at the front which is telling "other people" that you are actualle recording? This is to me a real advantage, cause it's more discrete in some situations. 2. For this camera there is also a clipon available like for the cheaper M10+? Because I would like to clip it to my body (i.e. belt) when walking or biking. Advanced thanks for your answer!
Thank you for the quick response. Regarding the turning off the LEDs on the front: 1. You use the Settings menu for that? 2. While recording, the button on top is still flashing so that the one who is operating the camera, can still see it is recording?
Hi redskull! I have a question, so is the footage on the sj7 star comparable to the sj6 legend? Btw I felt like that you could have added footage of it while doing sports in the start of the video, to make this video more interesting!
I notice on some videos and pics, a fisheye effect. Is it the mode you select that causes the fisheye or gets rid of it? I don't want to spend time editing this out. Thanks.
Redskull for the video yes i can set FOV but must in 1440 or higher yea? i mean when i rotate the cam the pic is follow to rotate too. not stay like before i rotate it. got my mean yes? thxu
One of the best reviews ive seen .
+Troy kirchner im glad you liked it, thanks for watching!
+1
+2 Agreed.
Does this camera have any type of Linear mode or Lens distortion correction?
I don't want the fish-eye look for videos
How does this do in Very low light settings?
Specifically, a pitch black room with 2 Neewer 176 LED lights pointed on a subject?
I don't care about 4k, stabilization, audio quality.
I just need an action cam that shoots good video in low to no light.
..and doesn't come out super grainy and horrible.
I want one. The mic is a nice added touch. Nice review Alex.
+Britec09 yeah, im definitely keeping this one for myself!
External microphone makes a significant difference
+VelronTech oh yeah, absolutely, a must have
External microphone in Mono, not Stereo :-(
True
May I know the brand of external microphone.
Can you please recommend stabilization tool that can mount with this camera.
The external mic is SJ Branded... so it is in-house production for their cameras...
Great detailed review, I think I may have to pick one up.
+Chigz Tech Reviews im glad you liked it! You might as well try and get one for free :) free is better than paid :D
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you're the best sjcam camera reviewer I found so far! great job! keep on showing what viewers want to see, not just your perspectives 😀
you're awesome!
+Tasker I'm glad you found it useful, thanks for watching!
pictures are actually impressive even in low lights
Best ever. Answered every question I had. This moves to my #1 spot for next camera. Keep these coming!
+Robert Showe this is at #1 for me as well. Im gonna keep it!
That in itself tells me it is top notch for cost. Thanks for doing these reviews.
5 STAR for this well detailed Review! thank you and keep it up! 👏👏👏
thank you very much for watching!
Very well done review Sir, as are all your reviews. Very thorough which is exactly what people want. Thank you for your hard work!
Cheerz!
Great Review! Thanks for the hard work.
+Jungle Explorer I'm glad it was useful, thanks for watching
Excellent. I really like it. Is the exposure lockable?
nice action cam ... does it have screen rotation function?
I honestly don't remember...it's been a while since I made this video :( Sorry
ahh ok, been 3 years .. thanks for replying
I bought it. Can't wait it for my product. Very nice review brother. God bless you!
thanks for watching :)
You did a great job on this review. Thank you for sharing.
+2001himax I'm glad it was useful, thanks for watching!
Great review, does it work with wireless mics.
+mohawktr72 no it doesn't
Very useful presentation, thank you. I already ordered this camera.
Very nice review, thanks!
I'm waiting for my own SJCAM SJ7 STAR to arrive from China, so I'm really looking forward to test is and use it, specially riding the bike.
Daniel Conde China se lene par custom duty kitni lagi ?
THANK YOU for posting photo samples, you may be the only one who considers that part of action cam market.
+Tsoum7 thanks for watching :) im glad it was useful
really impressive Alex. even lowlight looking really good at 4k.
yeah, the footage from it is gorgeous, im keeping this one
One of the most detailed reviews... Thanks! Redskull...
Thank you very much for watching!
Great review, really thorough and just what I was looking for. Thanks.
happy to help, thanks for watching!
Great video as always. What do you think about the price?
Well...a bit expensive...but considering that the other alternative is the Xiaomi Yi...and that's even more expensive.... i think it's alright
Excellent review. Very professional style.
Thank you very much for watching! I've also reviewed the SJCAM SJ8 Pro if you want to check it out: ua-cam.com/video/n4XGt99NYiA/v-deo.html
Please also make a video on how to connect to pc as a web camera
i don't think that is possible, but in reality i never tried
What is all that rattling noise at 7:30? Was it coming from camera?
the way the camera was sitting in the plastic enclosure that was vibrating
Superb presentation....I am buying one myself.
Thanks for checking out the video!
I like this! Thanks for the review!
+dan man thanks for watching
The SJ7 looks perfect for me.. I don't want to fork out for a Go-Pro and then break it as I probably will. I bought a Soocoo s100 some time ago (About USD 80) NTK6660 and I would have to say that the footage isn't great. Disappointing actually. But it's fast and the software works well. I'm thinking that the minimum price when looking for decent quality is similar to that of the SJ7.
I know you have said that the footage is great on the SJ7 but is it that good that it's worth buying for a long trip overseas?
I'm like most people, I want great footage for the cheapest price ;).
Thanks again!
Excellent review... But! What car are you driving? Sounds lovely.!.
Thanks for watching...I don't remember what I was driving back than... possibly my Genesis
Well i just enjoyed watching your video very professional and very informative thank you very much man
+Lemon's Fishinģ thanks for watching, I'm glad it was useful
Awesome vid alex
+AJMakesVids thanks for watching boss!
Nice review - well organized!
Im glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!
Love your videos
happy to hear! Thanks for watching!
probably the best action camera review
you have made a very good video my friend
Thanks for watching!
Great comprehensive review, thank you 👍🏻
thank you very much for watching!
Best review ever !!! Thanks
Your review is perfect...
Thanks for your explanation.
+철마류 im glad you liked it, thanks for watching
awesome review!
of all the the action cameras you have reviewed what are your top three.
Great review of a quality camera that is one of the few that can record at night. With a waterproof case and that watch controller, it would be a great dive camera!
Too bad i don't dive :)
thank you for the video helped me to decide my options
Happy to help!
another great review buddy....i already have the SJ5000x Elie, very happy with it...i think comparing the SJ6 with SJ7, i should be be ordering the SJ7....wanted to ask , do they use same batteries as the SJ5000 or their previous cameras?
no, they have different batteries
Excellent review 👌 👏
FYI, I just poked around on SJCAM's site and it appears that they rolled out a fix for the poor low light performance with 1080p, as shown in this link, at least in version 1.17 of the firmware update's changelog - support.sjcam.com/support/solutions/articles/9000137160-sj7-star-latest-firmware-update-v1-20
"16. Adds Auto Low Light support for all resolutions. Auto low light mode turned on by default."
They are all way up to version 1.20 for the latest firmware update, so anyone updating to that will also get the fix for the poor low light with that.
Love the review. 👍👍
true review . best video ever
+NAVEEN HV im glad it was useful, thanks for watching
wow!! this so great !!! the best yet!!
+Thanos Κωστινης yeah, it is the best Chinese action camera I've tried until now
Great review! Keep going 👍
New sub btw
Thank you very much for watching and welcome to the channel!
Hi i have 2 problems ....
1 I no longer work on the "small one" front panel and I did in the menu I did not know what the FPV was and now I see nothing more I try to turn it on but after 1 second you are back, you could help me
Can it record in stereo or just mono using the external mic? Or does it depend on what mic you have?
+Trav Haack with the sjcam microphone it records mono. Haven't tried other microphones and can't say for sure
Redskull thanks for the reply
Was that a gun shot at 9:45 ......lol. great job! Just ordered two
i think fireworks :) Thanks for watching!
Is there color settings ? like warm, strong or cool color etc...
not that i remember
Hello sir your videos are very informative regarding Action camera, and I have a question which camera your are using recently for you video????
+Pahan Oran i record my videos with a Sony A6500. Check my UA-cam setup video that i posted last week
Name of the song behind timelapse ? Great video !
If i remeber to check it out when i get to the computer ill reply to this comment
Wow ! Very fast reply. Will wait for info about song name. Cheers !
Can you tell me now ? :)
Hello !
Thanks for a very good review!
What about fisheye on this cam and how to remove it ?
Thanks for this review :)
are you having black parallel lines on your pics/videos? it usually happens during sunny day. the white sky has some black lines :(
I do skuba and I'm dying to know how is the MIC quality under water. Thanks for the clear review
you will hear a lot of strange sounds...
why is the gyro stabilization not as good as the older sj5000x elite?
Hi redskull I’m looking to buying one of these ... where do you recommend I purchase this cam from ? 🙂
There are a couple of links in the video's description, I trust those stores
Redskull Thankyou that’s what I was worried about ... I will use one of your links great reviews thanks a lot you have helped me find the cam I want .. I’ve been looking for ages! 🙂
where did you play your video caught by your sj7 star? what player?
Best review, on SJCAM SJ7 Star, I have seen so far, thank you.👍Does it come with a bike mount, or do I have to buy one? I am kinda relieved after watching your review as mine is on its way.
+mohan it comes with a bike mount
Redskull Thank you Sir, much obliged.
nice cam.. but there's no linear option for video?.. only wide, medium, narrow?
Nice review! Thx
thanks for watching, i'm glad you liked it
I like your video and subscribed to it. Is the camera good for using as a dashcam? If used as a dashcam, can we read the numberplate at night?
Also the camera does not have a 1/4 inch screw mount. Any sugesstion for tripod mount?
you can use it as a dash camera but you will notice that the frame will get very hot when sitting in the sun on the windshield
thanks for the reply... have you check out Vantrue X2 Dashcam (2.5K resolution)? Is yes, how does the night video compares with SJ7 Star night video?
does it come with the microphone????
no, you have to buy that separatly
Bro how long it takes to charge the battery to 100%??? on the battery charging dock and inside the camera with a cable.
it takes about an hour depending on what power adapter you use. You can charge while recording from a power bank
Can you recommend an external mic?
I see the previous post now...
i used the original SJCAM microphone with this one
Can you please show or write the setting about timelapse?
Hola Redskull, ¿Qué cámara prefieres? , ¿SJCAM SJ7, Xiaomi Mijia o la Sj6 Legend?
+Enrique Montalvo hmmm... Creo que Mijia 4K
Can you review Supremo 4k plus. Thank you
i'll see if i can get my hands on it
Thank you for an excellent review. Do you know if it is possible to use an external power supply on this camera ?
yes you can. I use a power bank all time times
Many thanks for your reply, appreciate it.
Hi mate! another excellent revie and now i am more undecided: which cam should I go for? This one or the Firefly 8Se (which would be 20 USD more xpensive for me or get for a definitely cheaper one with Campark x20???
Firefly 8SE 100%
Can this be mounted to your body with additional accessories? I want to get this mainly for when I go hiking and need something that I could use hands-free
Thank you very much for your thorough review. I ordered one of these from Gearbest upon watching your video. Is it possible to purchase a spare battery? It seems the camera can also be used for taking photos as well. What is the maximum resolution (frame size) or megapixels that can be set to take the photo? Thanks. Jerry - Tokyo, Japan
Hi,
Very good review.Please ask me two questions, if you have time:
1) In an unboxing review, I saw that on the touchscreen plastic protective foil writes: "Notice: Please power off when charging". You can use external power banks or car accumulator during recording? Did you test? Because at that moment SJCAM is "ON" and charging, what it is against the manufacturer's indication. In the manual it does not explain this. I saw 5000X ELITE can do it.
2) For a longer recording, the file is split into several 4GB files, like the 32FAT SD CARD? Or the whole record is saved in a single file, exFAT SD CARD?
I'm asking because I have a camera that to read SD cards larger than 32GB requires 32FAT formatting in a computer in advance. And the files are limited to 3.87GB about 30 minutes in 1080p 30f. With a 64GB card it can record 8 hours in 1080p 30f.
Thank you very much.
hi, Thanks for watching. You can record while the camera it's charging. For the 2nd question i cannot confirm... i i don't record long files... i always start and stop the recordings.
What memory card do you use? :)
i use this SD Card: bit.ly/2roJhc0
I have now switched to the GoPro Hero 7 Black....My SJCAM SJ8 Pro broke within a couple of months of using it (shut off and wouldn't turn on at all). SJCAM told me to contact the seller which I did who offered to send me a new one...it never arrived. They supposedly sent a second (from Malaysia again) it never arrived again. Then the seller said they would refund me...never happened despite repeated promises. I contacted SJCAM to tell them I wanted to get a replacement and sent them video of the malfunction (like I did to the seller). They erased my help ticket like it never existed...I haven't heard back from them...I'm done with SJCAM...which is sad because I like the SJ7 STAR for cockpit audio when I fly. The only problem I've had with the two SJ7 STAR cameras is that the micro usb port has broken off in both cameras (I superglued a micro usb to usb cable on the second one before it totally broke off so I could keep using it in the plane while charging it at the same time with a USB power supply). The first SJ7 would not record sound after the micro usb port broke (while using the plug in official SJCAM microphone. The GoPro Hero 7 surpasses everything...that's all I'm saying..the only problem is that it's never going to be as cheap as SJCAM. I did all of my video reviewing with the SJ7 and SJ8 but they will be retired soon with GoPro cameras. The hypersmooth technology is what sold me and it is great. I do not have room in the plane to have a gyro.
UPDATE: They also took down my 2nd help ticket without anything said....DO NOT BUY SJCAM!!!!....or should we call it SCAM and make the J silent?
Good Morning!
Which camera would you point me to filming on motorcycle trips, YI 2 4k the SJCAM 7 Star?
sjcam
SJCAM 7 Star
SJCam SJ6 Legend is great too, its like the budget SJ7 Star.
Thanx for a Great review(What else)how does it compare to the xiaomi yi 4k?
i can't say...i've had most gopros available but i never tried one of those Yi camera
Can the cables be purchased separated???? I have a chance to buy one and 50% off but it doesn't have the external microphone cables.
Can we scuba dive with this?
Yes you can
Can it be used as a webcam via usb?
How much of a downside is the missing screw mount? If I always have to have it in it's case, will that get annoying quick?
good review!
Thanks for checking it out!
Hi how to turn off the date on the camera, not to indicate the time of the recording ... thank you in advance
there is a setting in there...something with a watermark...or something like that
Nice review...
thanks for watching!
Great work thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Hello! Thank you for your review! I have this camera and I'm thinking about an update, which camera do you suggest me? I was thinking about a Akaso Brave 6 Plus.
Hello Redskull, my compliments for this very informative video!
I have two more questions I would like to ask:
1. If you have started videorecording, the recording button on top of the camera will keep on flashing.
But there is no indicatorlight at the front which is telling "other people" that you are actualle recording?
This is to me a real advantage, cause it's more discrete in some situations.
2. For this camera there is also a clipon available like for the cheaper M10+? Because I would like
to clip it to my body (i.e. belt) when walking or biking.
Advanced thanks for your answer!
+VideoLiefhebber you can turn off all the LEDs on the camera. No clip-on as we've seen on the other one
Thank you for the quick response. Regarding the turning off the LEDs on the front:
1. You use the Settings menu for that?
2. While recording, the button on top is still flashing so that the one who is
operating the camera, can still see it is recording?
Great camera! 👏
agreed
Hi redskull! I have a question, so is the footage on the sj7 star comparable to the sj6 legend? Btw I felt like that you could have added footage of it while doing sports in the start of the video, to make this video more interesting!
Im not a very sporty person :) The footage from the sj7 is better than the one from the sj6
Oh ok, thx : )
is it good for vlogging..
It's not bad mostly if you use an external microphone
can u show how u actually connect the camera to the bike and insde the car?! i think that would be interseting to see....
im not gonna make a video for that but you will find all the mounting brackets in the box
Redskull thx, i understand
I notice on some videos and pics, a fisheye effect. Is it the mode you select that causes the fisheye or gets rid of it? I don't want to spend time editing this out. Thanks.
+magicbobNJ there is a option for turning the fisheye effect off
Hi , I need a memory card for my new SJ7 star. pls suggest. Thanks
check the video's description, that is the one i use
which lav mic do you use?
+Tea Break Rode Video Microphone
sir, sj7 cant use fisheye correction and rotate 180 degrees yea? :(
+Aldi Maulana you can change the field of view if you don't like the fisheye effect, but i believe that you can rotate the image
Redskull for the video yes i can set FOV but must in 1440 or higher yea?
i mean when i rotate the cam the pic is follow to rotate too. not stay like before i rotate it. got my mean yes? thxu
does it shoot RAW photos?
Yes
Does the package gives two batteries or only one??
+Rahul Singh only one i think
nice video ..good job 👍
im glad you liked it, thanks for watching!