Deciding on whether to buy a product like Osmo Action Camera or perhaps BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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Osmo Action Camera vs BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses

Osmo Action Camera specs

Osmo Action Camera
 BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses specs

BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses
Type: Action camcorder

Type: Camcorder glasses

VIDEO

VIDEO

Maximum resolution: – 4K (16:9) (60 / 50 / 48 / 30 / 25 / 24 fps)
– 4K (4:3) (30 / 25 / 24 fps)

Maximum resolution: Full HD 1920 x 1080p (30 fps)

Other resolutions: – Full HD 1920 x 1080p (240 / 200 / 120 / 100 / 60 / 50 / 48 / 30 / 25 / 24 fps)
– HD Ready 1080 x 720p (240 / 200 fps)

Other resolutions: – HD 1280 x 720p (60 fps)
– VGA 640 x 480p (120 fps)

HDR: – 4K (30 / 25 / 24 fps)
– 2.7K (30 / 25 / 24 fps)
– 1080p (30 / 25 / 24 fps)

Sensor: CMOS

Sensor: 1/2.3″ CMOS sensor

Image stabilisation: Digital

Image stabilisation: Digital

White balance: Auto

Shutter speed: 120-1/8000

LENS
LENS

Field of view: 90°

Field of view: 145°

Focal length: 3.5 mm

Maximum aperture: f/2.8

35 mm equivalent: 26.25 mm

SCREEN & VIEWFINDER

Maximum aperture: f/2.2

Minimum focusing distance: 100 cm

Screen: – Front facing: 1.4″
– Rear facing: 2.25″

Normal focusing distance: 100 cm to infinity

FUNCTIONS

Focusing: Autofocus

SCREEN & VIEWFINDER
Time-lapse function: Yes

Slow motion: Yes

Screen: No

SHOOTING

SHOOTING

Photo mode: Yes

Photo mode: Yes

Image resolution: 4000 x 3000p

Image resolution: 1920 x 1080p

Continuous shooting: 3 / 5 / 7 fps

Video file formats: MOV

Video file formats: – MOV
– MP4 (H.264)

Audio file formats: AAC

Audio file formats: 48 KHz AAC

MEMORY
MEMORY

Memory card: No

Memory card: microSD

Internal memory: 16 GB

Maximum memory card size: 256 GB

CONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONS

Interface: Micro USB

WiFi connectivity: Yes

CONSTRUCTION
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.2

CONSTRUCTION

Waterproof: Water resistant (IP6)

Dustproof: Yes

Waterproof: Yes, up to 11 m

OTHER FEATURES
Freezeproof: Yes, up to -­10°C

OTHER FEATURES

Battery type: Lithium-Ion 500 mAh

Price: £279

Price: £149

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 9.2 / 10

Review Score: 8.7 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy Osmo Action Camera or BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 850 products in the same category as Osmo Action Camera, which is the Digital Camcorders category. Of these 850 products the average price was £196.11, the most expensive was £3049 and the cheapest was just £0.05. We then looked at the price of the 850 in the same as the BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses, which of course the average was £196.11, top price was £3049 and cheapest £0.05.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from Dji and Bear Grylls, the average was £382.99 for Dji, £73.87 for Bear Grylls. The max for each was £1349/£149 and minimum was £5/£12.99

Price analysis of Osmo Action Camera

Price analysis of BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses

  • Osmo Action Camera
  • 4K Ultra HD HDR video (60 fps)
  • 145° lens
  • Waterproof to 11 m
  • Built-in WiFi / Bluetooth
  • Front & back screens
  • Capture every moment4K video. HDR quality. And 8x slow motion. The DJI Osmo Action Camera has plenty of features to get excited about.High dynamic range (HDR) means better contrast and colour in your videos, so you can say goodbye to washed out, sun bleached footage.Record at up to 60 fps for video that looks truly stunning, packed with sharp detail.RockSteady motionThe Osmo Action uses complex algorithms to balance out your footage, no matter how many bumps and shakes you encounter. What does that mean for you? Video that’s shake-free and crystal clear (and doesn’t look like you’re just shaking the camera).Two screens for double the funRecord from your point of view or jump in front of the camera – you’ll always see what’s going on. The front-facing camera lets you frame your shot perfectly, whilst the back screen provides crystal clear viewing.Any way you use your Osmo Action, you’ll be sure of perfection.Made of tougher stuffThe lens and body of this action camera are designed to join you on any adventure. The lens coating helps to keep smudges out of sight, and the body is waterproof down to 11 m (perfect for boat trips or snorkelling).It can even cope with temperatures down to -10¬∞C, without you needing to stash it in a padded jacket!Voice controlYou won’t need to reach for buttons all the time – five voice commands mean that you can start filming, take photos and even turn the Osmo Action off using just your voice.
  • Product codes: 6958265186899
  • BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses
  • Full HD 1080p recording
  • CMOS sensor
  • Battery life: up to 1 hour
  • 16 GB internal storage
  • Shoots 2 MP photos
  • Top features: – Share your adventures from your point-of-view – Only take the bare essentials with you – Resistant & durable design for the great outdoors – Don’t miss a moment with one-touch recording Share your adventuresGet set for your next adventure with the Bear Grylls BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses. Whether you’re trekking to the summit, cycling cross country, or hitting the slopes, you can film the journey from your point-of-view and share all your thrills first hand.There’s no complicated mounts to setup, and you can record completely handsfree.Only take the bare essentialsLove to travel light? You can also wear these glasses as regular sunglasses or protective glasses even when you’re not filming. Interchangeable polarising and clear lenses are included and both are designed to protect your eyes against UVA and UVB.The polarised lenses minimise glare and bright reflections that could throw you off your step, while the clear lenses are great for overcast days or evenings when tinted glasses aren’t needed.Resistant & durable designThere’s no need to put your glasses away if you’ve discovered a stunning waterfall, or got caught in a rain shower. IP66 rated, they’re protected against water splashes and dust. The lightweight Grilamid frame is impact resistant, for peace of mind when you’re navigating tricky terrain. Don’t miss a momentYou don’t want to miss something epic. One-touch recording means there’s no complicated settings to play around with – you can start capturing everything straight away.The glasses let you know when they’re turned on and recording with a clear vibration and alert, so you don’t need to remove them to check.
  • Product codes: 5060587230028

What’s better Osmo Action Camera or BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses?

There are obviously a number of differences between Osmo Action Camera and BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £279 cost of Osmo Action Camera is closer to the expectation you had than the £149 pricep point of BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between Osmo Action Camera and BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that Osmo Action Camera scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Digital Camcorders as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



Osmo Action Camera



Rating:
9.17 out of
10