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Calculated Shard: 109 (from laksa112)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa109.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sjcam-sj6-legend\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sjcam-sj6-legend\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sjcam-sj6-legend","crawl_time":1774348372,"first_indexed_time":1579407597,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,pcmag!www,\/reviews\/sjcam-sj6-legend s443","src_root_hash":"15303950204440063509","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Sjcam SJ6 Legend Review | PCMag","meta_descriptions":["If you can't afford a GoPro, the Sjcam SJ6 Legend records stabilized 4K video and boasts a touch-screen interface. It's our favorite low-cost action cam."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"GoPro owns the\naction cam\nmarket, but its cameras are expensive—if you want 4K you'll need to spend $400 on the Hero5 Black. There are plenty of lesser-known brands out there, offering cameras with similar functionality, but without as much polish, for less. We've tested a bunch of affordable models, and the Sjcam SJ6 Legend ($159) delivers the best balance of video quality, features, and price. That makes it our Editors' Choice for low-cost action cameras.\nThe SJ6 Legend looks like almost every other action camera on the market. It's tiny, measuring just 1.6 by 2.3 by 1.1 inches (HWD) and weighs 2.9 ounces. Its body is plastic, and not waterproof on its own, but a protective case rated to about 100 feet (30 meters) is included. We received a sample with a black finish, but Sjcam also sells it in rose gold and silver.\nThere's a standard tripod mount on the bottom, a rarity for action cams. It adds some versatility in mounting, as you can use it with existing photographic equipment with ease. The waterproof case has a standard GoPro mount, for even more options.\nThe camera only has three control buttons. The top has a big Record button that's easy to press. On the right side you get two smaller buttons—the top is power and the bottom takes you to the main menu. In our tests, the battery netted 75 minutes of 4K recording.\nThe SJ6 features a touch LCD, a feature you don't often see in this price range. Because of this, you don't have to use small buttons to navigate through long pages of settings. The interface is quite intuitive—tap the bottom center of the display, where it tells you which mode you're in, to change the shooting mode, press the Play icon to go into playback mode, and tap the gear icon to adjust settings. The LCD is only 2 inches in size, but menu options are big enough to adjust comfortably.\nThere's a second LCD on the front. It's monochrome and not sensitive to touch. It shows you the current shooting mode, recording status, available memory, and battery life. It's a nice addition, especially if you have the camera mounted, as you can check if you're shooting with ease, even if the lens is turned in your direction.\nA number of accessories are included in addition to the waterproof case. You get an assortment of different mounting arms and adapters, including a tripod adapter for the waterpoof case, adhesive-backed mounts, and a cage that isn't waterproof, but is compatible with GoPro accessories.\nYou'll find a microSD card slot as well as micro HDMI and mini USB ports on the left side. The dated mini USB port is used for data transfer and storage. I'd have preferred to see a micro USB connection, as those cables are much more common—it's a bit too early to hope for USB-C in a budget action cam.\nThere's also built-in Wi-Fi. The camera works with the free Sjcam app, available for Android and iOS, for remote control and wireless file transfer. You can see a live feed from the lens, adjust camera settings, take pictures, and start and stop video recording. One oddity—I wasn't able to select 4K recording when using the app for control; the highest setting available is 2K.\nThe SJ6 records video at up to 4K quality with a 25Mbps bit rate and 24fps frame rate. That's great for a cinematic look, but if you want to shoot at the more sports-friendly 60fps in 4K, you'll need to spend more on the\nYI 4K+\n, which features a similar form factor and touch interface, but sells for around $340.\nDespite not having the highest bit rate around, 4K video from the SJ6 is quite strong. Details are crisp and colors are accurate. I recorded a few different scenes using the camera for our sample clip. The first is a handheld walking shot with digital stabilization turned off. You can see that the video is shaky. For a second walking test I enabled the digital stabilization system—it is available when shooting at 4K. There are some added artifacts, but the jitters are gone. You still get the bobbing from side to side that's typical of handheld footage, but you'd see that effect with a Steadicam or gimbal as well.\nThe final portion of our test video is mounted footage, taken from a moving vehicle. Here we move from shaded areas to bright sunlight during a drive. You can see some jostling when going over bumps in the road, and changes in exposure. The sky blows out to white when passing under the shadows provided by trees, but when there's no shade the exposure changes to show the blue sky and puffy white clouds. You'll notice a date stamp in some portions of video—it's enabled by default, so you'll likely want to turn it off.\nThe dynamic range delivered by the video isn't as good as others—we saw more blue sky with the\nWimius L1\n. You can enable WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) capture in situations where you're shooting in mixed lighting, and if that doesn't get you the results you want, try underexposing your footage using negative EV compensation and opening up shadows in your video editing suite.\nIf you don't shoot in 4K you have some other options. Dropping the resolution to 2K gives you a 30fps frame rate, the same as NTSC video, and you can shoot at 60, 50, 30, or 25fps—covering both NTSC and PAL standards. Sadly, 24fps capture isn't an option at 2K or 1080p. There's also slow-motion capability. You can crank the camera to 120fps at 720p (along with 30 or 60fps options), or shoot standard-definition 480p video at a fixed 240fps frame rate.\nWhen shooting at 4K you get the typical ultra-wide field of view you expect from an action camera. This comes with a fish-eye effect. There is some distortion correction built-in, but its effect isn't great when shooting at the widest field of view. There are medium and narrow options as well, both of which are available when shooting in 4K.\nAdditional video features include video time-lapse, with 4K, 2K, 1080p, 720p, and 480p output options, as well as slow-motion capture at up to one-eighth speed, time-lapse photo capture, burst image capture, and simultaneous video and still capture. There's also a car mode that records video but turns off the rear LCD so it doesn't distract you when driving, and an underwater mode that tunes the video settings for aquatic use.\nWhen not in its underwater case, audio quality is strong. The camera picks up my voice clearly, without the hollow or compressed signature we experienced with some other budget cameras. For pro-grade audio, you can add an optional external microphone via the mini USB port.\nStill images are captured at 16MP resolution in JPG or Raw format. The Raw format is proprietary, and doesn't enjoy wide conversion support—you can't just load it into Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw as you can with a DNG file. You can grab an\nopen source\nRaw converter if you use Windows or Linux. JPG photo quality is good. Details are crisp close to the lens, though the ultra-wide nature of the camera means that distant subjects aren't drawn with the same level of clarity. It's on par with a good\nsmartphone camera\n.\nThe Sjcam SJ6 Legend is a solid action camera. It delivers stabilized 4K video in a small, affordable package, and it's quite easy to access all of its features thanks to a touch-screen interface. Add a standard tripod mount, a front information LCD, a waterproof case, and plenty of included mounting accessories, and you have an excellent value for $160. You sacrifice some polish and video quality compared with pricier models like the\nGoPro Hero5 Black\nand YI 4K+, but the SJ6 Legend is a top-notch option for budget shoppers. If you're looking for an even less expensive option, the Aukey AC-LC2 and Wimius L1 are both solid choices under $100.\nSjcam SJ6 Legend\nBest for 4K\n4.0\nEditors' Choice\nPros\nCons\nThe Bottom Line\nIf you can't afford a GoPro, the Sjcam SJ6 Legend records stabilized 4K video and boasts a touch-screen interface. It's our favorite low-cost action cam.\nAbout Our Expert\nJim Fisher\nPrincipal Writer, Cameras\nExperience\nImages, and the devices that capture them, are my focus. I've covered cameras at PCMag for the past 14 years, which has given me a front row seat for the changeover from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras, the smartphone camera revolution, and the emergence of drones for aerial imaging. I have extensive experience with every major mirrorless and SLR system, and am also comfortable using point-and-shoot and action cameras. As a Part 107 Certified drone pilot, I’m licensed to fly unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for commercial and editorial purposes, and am knowledgeable about federal rules and regulations regarding drones.\nLatest By Jim Fisher\nRead Full Bio","attrs_markdown":"![](https:\/\/zdbb.net\/l\/z0WVjCBSEeGLoxIxOQVEwQ\/)\n\n[Skip to Main Content](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sjcam-sj6-legend#main \"Skip to Main Content\")\n\nMenu\n\n- ![Maggie AI Logo](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/icons\/maggie-logo.svg)\n  \n  ![Maggie AI White Logo](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/icons\/maggie-logo-white.svg)\n  \n  Maggie: AI Product Finder\n- [\\#AmazonBigSpringSale](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/best-early-amazon-spring-sale-tech-electronics-deals-2026)\n- Best Products\n  - [The Best Laptops for 2025](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-laptops)\n  - [The Best PCs (Desktop Computers) for 2025](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-desktop-computers)\n  - [The Best Tablets for 2025](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-tablets)\n  - 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As a Part 107 Certified drone pilot, I’m licensed to fly unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for commercial and editorial purposes, and am knowledgeable about federal rules and regulations regarding drones.\n\nAreas of Expertise\n\n- [Cameras](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/cameras)\n- [Lenses](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/lenses)\n- [Drones](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/drones)\n- [Video Cameras](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/video-cameras)\n- [Camera Accessories](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/camera-accessories)\n- [Video Camera Accessories](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/video-camera-accessories)\n\n[Read Full Bio](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/authors\/jim-fisher)\n\nPrincipal Writer, Cameras\n\nOUR EXPERT\n\nAfter 14 years covering photo gear, Jim knows his f-stops. 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It's our favorite low-cost action cam.\n\nMSRP \\$159.00\n\n\\$158.99\n\n[\\$158 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=score-card-persistent&element=buy-button&item=offer&position=1&element_label=%24158+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ \"(Opens in a new tab)\")\n\nPCMag editors select and review products [independently](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/about\/pcmagcom-mission-statement). If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our [testing](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/about\/how-we-test-everything-we-review).\n\n## Pros & Cons\n- Compact.\n- Stabilized 4K capture.\n- Touch-screen interface.\n- Includes waterproof case.\n- Standard tripod mount.\n- Integrates Wi-Fi.\n\n- Limited Raw image conversion support.\n- Dated mini USB charging port.\n\nGoPro owns the [action cam](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-action-cameras-and-camcorders) market, but its cameras are expensive—if you want 4K you'll need to spend \\$400 on the Hero5 Black. There are plenty of lesser-known brands out there, offering cameras with similar functionality, but without as much polish, for less. We've tested a bunch of affordable models, and the Sjcam SJ6 Legend (\\$159) delivers the best balance of video quality, features, and price. That makes it our Editors' Choice for low-cost action cameras.\n\n## Design\nThe SJ6 Legend looks like almost every other action camera on the market. It's tiny, measuring just 1.6 by 2.3 by 1.1 inches (HWD) and weighs 2.9 ounces. Its body is plastic, and not waterproof on its own, but a protective case rated to about 100 feet (30 meters) is included. We received a sample with a black finish, but Sjcam also sells it in rose gold and silver.\n\nThere's a standard tripod mount on the bottom, a rarity for action cams. It adds some versatility in mounting, as you can use it with existing photographic equipment with ease. The waterproof case has a standard GoPro mount, for even more options.\n\nThe camera only has three control buttons. The top has a big Record button that's easy to press. On the right side you get two smaller buttons—the top is power and the bottom takes you to the main menu. In our tests, the battery netted 75 minutes of 4K recording.\n\n### Similar Products\n![GoPro Hero 5 Black](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/03xau8rbvccggvukiyeqqqd-4-hero-image-gallery.fit_lpad.size_238x139.v1569477967.jpg)\n\n### GoPro Hero5 Black\n4\\.5\n\nOutstanding\n\n\\$379.99  at Amazon\n\n[\\$379 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGoPro-Hero5-Black-E-Commerce-Packaging%2Fdp%2FB01MT0TJOM&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=1&element_label=%24379+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=00V5V2glXOyD0KCKQrsjopd \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/gopro-hero5-black)\n\n![YI 4K+](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/0082i3juohuwzlnfu0me3lh-7-hero-image-gallery.fit_lpad.size_238x139.v1569477338.jpg)\n\n### YI 4K+\n4\\.0\n\nExcellent\n\n\\$284.97  at Amazon\n\n[\\$284 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB01CW4B2P8&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=2&element_label=%24284+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=065JchFrNqrG6MU6YOv3vjC \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/yi-4k-plus)\n\n![WiMiUS L1](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/01tn3v4vzzxspo1n4rjy4e2-5-hero-image-gallery.fit_lpad.size_238x139.v1569473135.jpg)\n\n### Wimius L1\n3\\.5\n\nGood\n\n\\$39.99  at Amazon\n\n[\\$39 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FAction-Waterproof-Underwater-Rechargeable-Accessories%2Fdp%2FB071CFHJY1&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=3&element_label=%2439+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=0678fpazr6eCFDYHn46gZQF \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/wimius-l1)\n\n![Aukey AC-LC2](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/02TljUBJAvQS7KUEXRFqybF-5.fit_lpad.size_238x139.v1569479799.jpg)\n\n### Aukey AC-LC2\n3\\.5\n\nGood\n\n[See It](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB071CY4YNT&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=4&element_label=See+It&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=02B6obojnfg5b8vybw0yd0f \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/aukey-ac-lc2)\n\n![Sjcam SJ7 Star](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### Sjcam SJ7 Star\n3\\.5\n\nGood\n\n\\$189.99  at Amazon\n\n[\\$189 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB06XVKLWDG&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=5&element_label=%24189+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=048ALqbqjdTTNUznXsdtwSD \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sjcam-sj7-star)\n\n![MgCool Explorer Pro](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### MGcool Explorer Pro\n2\\.0\n\nSubpar\n\n\\$0.00  at Amazon\n\n[\\$0 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FMGcool-Explorer-Pro-Waterproof-Cameras16MP-Accessories%2Fdp%2FB071YVF9NK%2Fref%3Das_li_ss_tl&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=6&element_label=%240+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=05aKqSVm74SdDOj4q08EEZD \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/mgcool-explorer-pro)\n\n![Kshioe Sports Cam](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### Kshioe Sports Cam\n1\\.5\n\nPoor\n\n[See It](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FKshioe-Waterproof-Camcorder-Rechargeable-Batteries%2Fdp%2FB071HHXQW3%2Fref%3Das_li_ss_tl&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=7&element_label=See+It&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=02QcvRb2nuszSTPGMQSArY2 \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/kshioe-sports-cam)\n\n![Wasp 9907 4K](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### Wasp 9907 4K\n2\\.0\n\nSubpar\n\n\\$132.99  at Amazon\n\n[\\$132 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FWASPcam-9907-Action-Sports-Camera-Black%2Fdp%2FB01GZPNF5K&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=8&element_label=%24132+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=01YrGJ9I4DpSp9Z3TJDwbRe \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/wasp-9907-4k)\n\n![Sony FDR-X3000](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### Sony FDR-X3000\n3\\.5\n\nGood\n\n\\$0.00  at Amazon\n\n[\\$0 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSony-FDRX3000-Underwater-Camcorder-White%2Fdp%2FB01LYSJB8A&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=9&element_label=%240+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=00p2u1o5royPoZY95qNC49i \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sony-fdr-x3000)\n\n![GoPro Hero4 Black](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### GoPro Hero4 Black\n4\\.5\n\nOutstanding\n\n\\$349.00  at Amazon\n\n[\\$349 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGoPro-CHDHX-401-HERO4-BLACK%2Fdp%2FB00NIYNUF2&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=10&element_label=%24349+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=03U2xXVLXJ4hs3uXbhpa4C1 \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/gopro-hero4-black)\n\n![GoPro Hero 5 Session](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### GoPro Hero5 Session\n4\\.0\n\nExcellent\n\n\\$436.99  at Amazon\n\n[\\$436 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGoPro-HERO5-Session-Waterproof-Digital%2Fdp%2FB01LZTLCFX%2Fref%3Das_li_ss_tl&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=11&element_label=%24436+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=06gHrAC02CBqG6XPJc199i8 \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/gopro-hero5-session)\n\n![GoPro Session](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### GoPro Hero Session\n4\\.0\n\nExcellent\n\n\\$380.00  at Amazon\n\n[\\$380 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGoPro-HERO-Session-Holiday-Promo%2Fdp%2FB01MEF5QLD&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=12&element_label=%24380+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=07AaOsHuxDOtOoM3nCFkU4F \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/gopro-hero-session)\n\n![Polaroid Cube](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### Polaroid Cube\n4\\.0\n\nExcellent\n\n\\$179.99  at Amazon\n\n[\\$179 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB00NEZ6OW6&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=13&element_label=%24179+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=030ax2k1XxqJftlKSeVqV3w \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/polaroid-cube)\n\n![Kodak PixPro SP1](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20238%20139'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n### Kodak PixPro SP1\n4\\.0\n\nExcellent\n\n\\$179.99  at Amazon\n\n[\\$179 at Amazon](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FPIXPRO-SP1-Explorer-Pack-Digital%2Fdp%2FB00G2HS9K8&template=review-page&module=similar-products-carousel&element=product-tile&item=buy-button&position=14&element_label=%24179+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=01N47uoQQdoLyYgq6rp5J7X \"(Opens in a new tab)\")  [Read Our Review](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/kodak-pixpro-sp1)\n\n[![Sjcam SJ6 Legend](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-1.fit_lim.size_672x458.v_1569469936.jpg)![Sjcam SJ6 Legend](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-1.fit_lim.size_672x458.v_1569469936.jpg)](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sjcam-sj6-legend \"(Opens in a new tab)\")\n\nThe SJ6 features a touch LCD, a feature you don't often see in this price range. Because of this, you don't have to use small buttons to navigate through long pages of settings. The interface is quite intuitive—tap the bottom center of the display, where it tells you which mode you're in, to change the shooting mode, press the Play icon to go into playback mode, and tap the gear icon to adjust settings. The LCD is only 2 inches in size, but menu options are big enough to adjust comfortably.\n\nThere's a second LCD on the front. It's monochrome and not sensitive to touch. It shows you the current shooting mode, recording status, available memory, and battery life. It's a nice addition, especially if you have the camera mounted, as you can check if you're shooting with ease, even if the lens is turned in your direction.\n\nA number of accessories are included in addition to the waterproof case. You get an assortment of different mounting arms and adapters, including a tripod adapter for the waterpoof case, adhesive-backed mounts, and a cage that isn't waterproof, but is compatible with GoPro accessories.\n\n## Connectivity\n[![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : App](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-2.fit_lim.size_250x444.v_1569469936.png)![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : App](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-2.fit_lim.size_250x444.v_1569469936.png)](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sjcam-sj6-legend \"(Opens in a new tab)\")You'll find a microSD card slot as well as micro HDMI and mini USB ports on the left side. The dated mini USB port is used for data transfer and storage. I'd have preferred to see a micro USB connection, as those cables are much more common—it's a bit too early to hope for USB-C in a budget action cam.\n\nThere's also built-in Wi-Fi. The camera works with the free Sjcam app, available for Android and iOS, for remote control and wireless file transfer. You can see a live feed from the lens, adjust camera settings, take pictures, and start and stop video recording. One oddity—I wasn't able to select 4K recording when using the app for control; the highest setting available is 2K.\n\n## Video Quality and Features\nThe SJ6 records video at up to 4K quality with a 25Mbps bit rate and 24fps frame rate. That's great for a cinematic look, but if you want to shoot at the more sports-friendly 60fps in 4K, you'll need to spend more on the [YI 4K+](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/yi-4k-plus), which features a similar form factor and touch interface, but sells for around \\$340.\n\nDespite not having the highest bit rate around, 4K video from the SJ6 is quite strong. Details are crisp and colors are accurate. I recorded a few different scenes using the camera for our sample clip. The first is a handheld walking shot with digital stabilization turned off. You can see that the video is shaky. For a second walking test I enabled the digital stabilization system—it is available when shooting at 4K. There are some added artifacts, but the jitters are gone. You still get the bobbing from side to side that's typical of handheld footage, but you'd see that effect with a Steadicam or gimbal as well.\n\nThe final portion of our test video is mounted footage, taken from a moving vehicle. Here we move from shaded areas to bright sunlight during a drive. You can see some jostling when going over bumps in the road, and changes in exposure. The sky blows out to white when passing under the shadows provided by trees, but when there's no shade the exposure changes to show the blue sky and puffy white clouds. You'll notice a date stamp in some portions of video—it's enabled by default, so you'll likely want to turn it off.\n\nThe dynamic range delivered by the video isn't as good as others—we saw more blue sky with the [Wimius L1](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/wimius-l1). You can enable WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) capture in situations where you're shooting in mixed lighting, and if that doesn't get you the results you want, try underexposing your footage using negative EV compensation and opening up shadows in your video editing suite.\n\nIf you don't shoot in 4K you have some other options. Dropping the resolution to 2K gives you a 30fps frame rate, the same as NTSC video, and you can shoot at 60, 50, 30, or 25fps—covering both NTSC and PAL standards. Sadly, 24fps capture isn't an option at 2K or 1080p. There's also slow-motion capability. You can crank the camera to 120fps at 720p (along with 30 or 60fps options), or shoot standard-definition 480p video at a fixed 240fps frame rate.\n\nWhen shooting at 4K you get the typical ultra-wide field of view you expect from an action camera. This comes with a fish-eye effect. There is some distortion correction built-in, but its effect isn't great when shooting at the widest field of view. There are medium and narrow options as well, both of which are available when shooting in 4K.\n\nAdditional video features include video time-lapse, with 4K, 2K, 1080p, 720p, and 480p output options, as well as slow-motion capture at up to one-eighth speed, time-lapse photo capture, burst image capture, and simultaneous video and still capture. There's also a car mode that records video but turns off the rear LCD so it doesn't distract you when driving, and an underwater mode that tunes the video settings for aquatic use.\n\nWhen not in its underwater case, audio quality is strong. The camera picks up my voice clearly, without the hollow or compressed signature we experienced with some other budget cameras. For pro-grade audio, you can add an optional external microphone via the mini USB port.\n\n[![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : Sample Photo](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-3.fit_lim.size_740x555.v_1569469936.jpg)![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : Sample Photo](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-3.fit_lim.size_740x555.v_1569469936.jpg)](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sjcam-sj6-legend \"(Opens in a new tab)\")\n\nStill images are captured at 16MP resolution in JPG or Raw format. The Raw format is proprietary, and doesn't enjoy wide conversion support—you can't just load it into Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw as you can with a DNG file. You can grab an [open source](https:\/\/github.com\/yanburman\/sjcam_raw2dng\/releases\/tag\/v1.1.1 \"(Opens in a new tab)\") Raw converter if you use Windows or Linux. JPG photo quality is good. Details are crisp close to the lens, though the ultra-wide nature of the camera means that distant subjects aren't drawn with the same level of clarity. It's on par with a good [smartphone camera](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-camera-phones).\n\n## Conclusions\nThe Sjcam SJ6 Legend is a solid action camera. It delivers stabilized 4K video in a small, affordable package, and it's quite easy to access all of its features thanks to a touch-screen interface. Add a standard tripod mount, a front information LCD, a waterproof case, and plenty of included mounting accessories, and you have an excellent value for \\$160. You sacrifice some polish and video quality compared with pricier models like the [GoPro Hero5 Black](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/gopro-hero5-black) and YI 4K+, but the SJ6 Legend is a top-notch option for budget shoppers. If you're looking for an even less expensive option, the Aukey AC-LC2 and Wimius L1 are both solid choices under \\$100.\n\nSjcam SJ6 Legend\n\nBest for 4K\n\n4\\.0 Editors' Choice\n\n[![Sjcam SJ6 Legend](<data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg' viewBox='0 0 528 297'%3E%3Crect fill='%23f7f7f7' \/%3E%3C\/svg%3E>)](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=product-cards&element=product-card&item=image&position=1&element_label=&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ \"(Opens in a new tab)\")   [Check Stock](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=product-cards&element=product-card&item=buy-button&position=1&element_label=Check+Stock&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ \"(Opens in a new tab)\")\n\n\\$158.99 at Amazon\n\nMSRP \\$159.00\n\nPros\n\n- Compact.\n- Stabilized 4K capture.\n- Touch-screen interface.\n- Includes waterproof case.\n- Standard tripod mount.\n- Integrates Wi-Fi.\n\nView More\n\nCons\n\n- Limited Raw image conversion support.\n- Dated mini USB charging port.\n\n[![Sjcam SJ6 Legend](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-7.fit_lim.size_300x169.v1569474193.jpg)](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=product-cards&element=product-card&item=image&position=1&element_label=&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ \"(Opens in a new tab)\")   [Check Stock](https:\/\/cc.pcmag.com\/v1\/otc\/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=product-cards&element=product-card&item=buy-button&position=1&element_label=Check+Stock&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ \"(Opens in a new tab)\")\n\n\\$158.99 at Amazon\n\nMSRP \\$159.00\n\nThe Bottom Line\n\nIf you can't afford a GoPro, the Sjcam SJ6 Legend records stabilized 4K video and boasts a touch-screen interface. It's our favorite low-cost action cam.\n\n## About Our Expert\n![Jim Fisher](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/authors\/04FaIMb8SfROqZVLxv18Fh4.fit_lim.size_100x100.v1723837985.png)\n\nJim Fisher\n\nPrincipal Writer, Cameras\n***\nExperience\n\nImages, and the devices that capture them, are my focus. I've covered cameras at PCMag for the past 14 years, which has given me a front row seat for the changeover from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras, the smartphone camera revolution, and the emergence of drones for aerial imaging. I have extensive experience with every major mirrorless and SLR system, and am also comfortable using point-and-shoot and action cameras. As a Part 107 Certified drone pilot, I’m licensed to fly unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for commercial and editorial purposes, and am knowledgeable about federal rules and regulations regarding drones.\n\nAreas of Expertise\n\n- [Cameras](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/cameras)\n- [Lenses](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/lenses)\n- [Drones](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/drones)\n- [Video Cameras](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/video-cameras)\n- [Camera Accessories](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/camera-accessories)\n- [Video Camera Accessories](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/categories\/video-camera-accessories)\n\nLatest By Jim Fisher\n\n- [The Best Canon RF Mirrorless Lenses for 2026](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-canon-rf-mirrorless-lenses)\n- [The Best Sony Mirrorless Lenses for 2026](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-sony-mirrorless-lenses)\n- [The Best Micro Four Thirds Lenses for 2026](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/best-micro-four-thirds-lenses)\n- [The Best Cameras for Kids in 2026](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-cameras-for-kids)\n- [Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 Review: The Best Budget Entry to Instant Photography](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/fujifilm-instax-mini-13)\n- [More from Jim Fisher](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/authors\/jim-fisher)\n\n[Read Full Bio](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/authors\/jim-fisher)\n\nAdvertisement\n\n### Apple\n[![I Tried the \\$599 MacBook Neo. 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[Help me get better](https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdL9ayCDMigj08oQXjAgDJVX77ti49d9ILHwE--ZFlRtEHOSw\/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117991066449526760970).\n\nKeep scrolling for next article","attrs_readable_markdown":"GoPro owns the [action cam](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-action-cameras-and-camcorders) market, but its cameras are expensive—if you want 4K you'll need to spend \\$400 on the Hero5 Black. There are plenty of lesser-known brands out there, offering cameras with similar functionality, but without as much polish, for less. We've tested a bunch of affordable models, and the Sjcam SJ6 Legend (\\$159) delivers the best balance of video quality, features, and price. That makes it our Editors' Choice for low-cost action cameras.\n\nThe SJ6 Legend looks like almost every other action camera on the market. It's tiny, measuring just 1.6 by 2.3 by 1.1 inches (HWD) and weighs 2.9 ounces. Its body is plastic, and not waterproof on its own, but a protective case rated to about 100 feet (30 meters) is included. We received a sample with a black finish, but Sjcam also sells it in rose gold and silver.\n\nThere's a standard tripod mount on the bottom, a rarity for action cams. It adds some versatility in mounting, as you can use it with existing photographic equipment with ease. The waterproof case has a standard GoPro mount, for even more options.\n\nThe camera only has three control buttons. The top has a big Record button that's easy to press. On the right side you get two smaller buttons—the top is power and the bottom takes you to the main menu. In our tests, the battery netted 75 minutes of 4K recording.\n\n[![Sjcam SJ6 Legend](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-1.fit_lim.size_672x458.v_1569469936.jpg)](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sjcam-sj6-legend \"(Opens in a new tab)\")\n\nThe SJ6 features a touch LCD, a feature you don't often see in this price range. Because of this, you don't have to use small buttons to navigate through long pages of settings. The interface is quite intuitive—tap the bottom center of the display, where it tells you which mode you're in, to change the shooting mode, press the Play icon to go into playback mode, and tap the gear icon to adjust settings. The LCD is only 2 inches in size, but menu options are big enough to adjust comfortably.\n\nThere's a second LCD on the front. It's monochrome and not sensitive to touch. It shows you the current shooting mode, recording status, available memory, and battery life. It's a nice addition, especially if you have the camera mounted, as you can check if you're shooting with ease, even if the lens is turned in your direction.\n\nA number of accessories are included in addition to the waterproof case. You get an assortment of different mounting arms and adapters, including a tripod adapter for the waterpoof case, adhesive-backed mounts, and a cage that isn't waterproof, but is compatible with GoPro accessories.\n\n[![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : App](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-2.fit_lim.size_250x444.v_1569469936.png)](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sjcam-sj6-legend \"(Opens in a new tab)\")You'll find a microSD card slot as well as micro HDMI and mini USB ports on the left side. The dated mini USB port is used for data transfer and storage. I'd have preferred to see a micro USB connection, as those cables are much more common—it's a bit too early to hope for USB-C in a budget action cam.\n\nThere's also built-in Wi-Fi. The camera works with the free Sjcam app, available for Android and iOS, for remote control and wireless file transfer. You can see a live feed from the lens, adjust camera settings, take pictures, and start and stop video recording. One oddity—I wasn't able to select 4K recording when using the app for control; the highest setting available is 2K.\n\nThe SJ6 records video at up to 4K quality with a 25Mbps bit rate and 24fps frame rate. That's great for a cinematic look, but if you want to shoot at the more sports-friendly 60fps in 4K, you'll need to spend more on the [YI 4K+](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/yi-4k-plus), which features a similar form factor and touch interface, but sells for around \\$340.\n\nDespite not having the highest bit rate around, 4K video from the SJ6 is quite strong. Details are crisp and colors are accurate. I recorded a few different scenes using the camera for our sample clip. The first is a handheld walking shot with digital stabilization turned off. You can see that the video is shaky. For a second walking test I enabled the digital stabilization system—it is available when shooting at 4K. There are some added artifacts, but the jitters are gone. You still get the bobbing from side to side that's typical of handheld footage, but you'd see that effect with a Steadicam or gimbal as well.\n\nThe final portion of our test video is mounted footage, taken from a moving vehicle. Here we move from shaded areas to bright sunlight during a drive. You can see some jostling when going over bumps in the road, and changes in exposure. The sky blows out to white when passing under the shadows provided by trees, but when there's no shade the exposure changes to show the blue sky and puffy white clouds. You'll notice a date stamp in some portions of video—it's enabled by default, so you'll likely want to turn it off.\n\nThe dynamic range delivered by the video isn't as good as others—we saw more blue sky with the [Wimius L1](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/wimius-l1). You can enable WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) capture in situations where you're shooting in mixed lighting, and if that doesn't get you the results you want, try underexposing your footage using negative EV compensation and opening up shadows in your video editing suite.\n\nIf you don't shoot in 4K you have some other options. Dropping the resolution to 2K gives you a 30fps frame rate, the same as NTSC video, and you can shoot at 60, 50, 30, or 25fps—covering both NTSC and PAL standards. Sadly, 24fps capture isn't an option at 2K or 1080p. There's also slow-motion capability. You can crank the camera to 120fps at 720p (along with 30 or 60fps options), or shoot standard-definition 480p video at a fixed 240fps frame rate.\n\nWhen shooting at 4K you get the typical ultra-wide field of view you expect from an action camera. This comes with a fish-eye effect. There is some distortion correction built-in, but its effect isn't great when shooting at the widest field of view. There are medium and narrow options as well, both of which are available when shooting in 4K.\n\nAdditional video features include video time-lapse, with 4K, 2K, 1080p, 720p, and 480p output options, as well as slow-motion capture at up to one-eighth speed, time-lapse photo capture, burst image capture, and simultaneous video and still capture. There's also a car mode that records video but turns off the rear LCD so it doesn't distract you when driving, and an underwater mode that tunes the video settings for aquatic use.\n\nWhen not in its underwater case, audio quality is strong. The camera picks up my voice clearly, without the hollow or compressed signature we experienced with some other budget cameras. For pro-grade audio, you can add an optional external microphone via the mini USB port.\n\n[![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : Sample Photo](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/reviews\/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-3.fit_lim.size_740x555.v_1569469936.jpg)](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/sjcam-sj6-legend \"(Opens in a new tab)\")\n\nStill images are captured at 16MP resolution in JPG or Raw format. The Raw format is proprietary, and doesn't enjoy wide conversion support—you can't just load it into Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw as you can with a DNG file. You can grab an [open source](https:\/\/github.com\/yanburman\/sjcam_raw2dng\/releases\/tag\/v1.1.1 \"(Opens in a new tab)\") Raw converter if you use Windows or Linux. JPG photo quality is good. Details are crisp close to the lens, though the ultra-wide nature of the camera means that distant subjects aren't drawn with the same level of clarity. It's on par with a good [smartphone camera](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-camera-phones).\n\nThe Sjcam SJ6 Legend is a solid action camera. It delivers stabilized 4K video in a small, affordable package, and it's quite easy to access all of its features thanks to a touch-screen interface. Add a standard tripod mount, a front information LCD, a waterproof case, and plenty of included mounting accessories, and you have an excellent value for \\$160. You sacrifice some polish and video quality compared with pricier models like the [GoPro Hero5 Black](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/gopro-hero5-black) and YI 4K+, but the SJ6 Legend is a top-notch option for budget shoppers. If you're looking for an even less expensive option, the Aukey AC-LC2 and Wimius L1 are both solid choices under \\$100.\n\nSjcam SJ6 Legend\n\nBest for 4K\n\n4\\.0 Editors' Choice\n\nPros\n\nCons\n\nThe Bottom Line\n\nIf you can't afford a GoPro, the Sjcam SJ6 Legend records stabilized 4K video and boasts a touch-screen interface. It's our favorite low-cost action cam.\n\n## About Our Expert\n![Jim Fisher](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/authors\/04FaIMb8SfROqZVLxv18Fh4.fit_lim.size_100x100.v1723837985.png)\n\nJim Fisher\n\nPrincipal Writer, Cameras\n***\nExperience\n\nImages, and the devices that capture them, are my focus. I've covered cameras at PCMag for the past 14 years, which has given me a front row seat for the changeover from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras, the smartphone camera revolution, and the emergence of drones for aerial imaging. I have extensive experience with every major mirrorless and SLR system, and am also comfortable using point-and-shoot and action cameras. As a Part 107 Certified drone pilot, I’m licensed to fly unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for commercial and editorial purposes, and am knowledgeable about federal rules and regulations regarding drones.\n\nLatest By Jim Fisher\n\n[Read Full Bio](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/authors\/jim-fisher)","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	GoPro owns the action cam market, but its cameras are expensive—if you want 4K you'll need to spend $400 on the Hero5 Black. There are plenty of lesser-known brands out there, offering cameras with similar functionality, but without as much polish, for less. We've tested a bunch of affordable models, and the Sjcam SJ6 Legend ($159) delivers the best balance of video quality, features, and price. That makes it our Editors' Choice for low-cost action cameras. The SJ6 Legend looks like almost every other action camera on the market. It's tiny, measuring just 1.6 by 2.3 by 1.1 inches (HWD) and weighs 2.9 ounces. Its body is plastic, and not waterproof on its own, but a protective case rated to about 100 feet (30 meters) is included. We received a sample with a black finish, but Sjcam also sells it in rose gold and silver. There's a standard tripod mount on the bottom, a rarity for action cams. It adds some versatility in mounting, as you can use it with existing photographic equipment with ease. The waterproof case has a standard GoPro mount, for even more options. The camera only has three control buttons. The top has a big Record button that's easy to press. On the right side you get two smaller buttons—the top is power and the bottom takes you to the main menu. In our tests, the battery netted 75 minutes of 4K recording. The SJ6 features a touch LCD, a feature you don't often see in this price range. Because of this, you don't have to use small buttons to navigate through long pages of settings. The interface is quite intuitive—tap the bottom center of the display, where it tells you which mode you're in, to change the shooting mode, press the Play icon to go into playback mode, and tap the gear icon to adjust settings. The LCD is only 2 inches in size, but menu options are big enough to adjust comfortably. There's a second LCD on the front. It's monochrome and not sensitive to touch. It shows you the current shooting mode, recording status, available memory, and battery life. It's a nice addition, especially if you have the camera mounted, as you can check if you're shooting with ease, even if the lens is turned in your direction. A number of accessories are included in addition to the waterproof case. You get an assortment of different mounting arms and adapters, including a tripod adapter for the waterpoof case, adhesive-backed mounts, and a cage that isn't waterproof, but is compatible with GoPro accessories. You'll find a microSD card slot as well as micro HDMI and mini USB ports on the left side. The dated mini USB port is used for data transfer and storage. I'd have preferred to see a micro USB connection, as those cables are much more common—it's a bit too early to hope for USB-C in a budget action cam. There's also built-in Wi-Fi. The camera works with the free Sjcam app, available for Android and iOS, for remote control and wireless file transfer. You can see a live feed from the lens, adjust camera settings, take pictures, and start and stop video recording. One oddity—I wasn't able to select 4K recording when using the app for control; the highest setting available is 2K. The SJ6 records video at up to 4K quality with a 25Mbps bit rate and 24fps frame rate. That's great for a cinematic look, but if you want to shoot at the more sports-friendly 60fps in 4K, you'll need to spend more on the YI 4K+ , which features a similar form factor and touch interface, but sells for around $340. Despite not having the highest bit rate around, 4K video from the SJ6 is quite strong. Details are crisp and colors are accurate. I recorded a few different scenes using the camera for our sample clip. The first is a handheld walking shot with digital stabilization turned off. You can see that the video is shaky. For a second walking test I enabled the digital stabilization system—it is available when shooting at 4K. There are some added artifacts, but the jitters are gone. You still get the bobbing from side to side that's typical of handheld footage, but you'd see that effect with a Steadicam or gimbal as well. The final portion of our test video is mounted footage, taken from a moving vehicle. Here we move from shaded areas to bright sunlight during a drive. You can see some jostling when going over bumps in the road, and changes in exposure. The sky blows out to white when passing under the shadows provided by trees, but when there's no shade the exposure changes to show the blue sky and puffy white clouds. You'll notice a date stamp in some portions of video—it's enabled by default, so you'll likely want to turn it off. The dynamic range delivered by the video isn't as good as others—we saw more blue sky with the Wimius L1 . You can enable WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) capture in situations where you're shooting in mixed lighting, and if that doesn't get you the results you want, try underexposing your footage using negative EV compensation and opening up shadows in your video editing suite. If you don't shoot in 4K you have some other options. Dropping the resolution to 2K gives you a 30fps frame rate, the same as NTSC video, and you can shoot at 60, 50, 30, or 25fps—covering both NTSC and PAL standards. Sadly, 24fps capture isn't an option at 2K or 1080p. There's also slow-motion capability. You can crank the camera to 120fps at 720p (along with 30 or 60fps options), or shoot standard-definition 480p video at a fixed 240fps frame rate. When shooting at 4K you get the typical ultra-wide field of view you expect from an action camera. This comes with a fish-eye effect. There is some distortion correction built-in, but its effect isn't great when shooting at the widest field of view. There are medium and narrow options as well, both of which are available when shooting in 4K. Additional video features include video time-lapse, with 4K, 2K, 1080p, 720p, and 480p output options, as well as slow-motion capture at up to one-eighth speed, time-lapse photo capture, burst image capture, and simultaneous video and still capture. There's also a car mode that records video but turns off the rear LCD so it doesn't distract you when driving, and an underwater mode that tunes the video settings for aquatic use. When not in its underwater case, audio quality is strong. The camera picks up my voice clearly, without the hollow or compressed signature we experienced with some other budget cameras. For pro-grade audio, you can add an optional external microphone via the mini USB port. Still images are captured at 16MP resolution in JPG or Raw format. The Raw format is proprietary, and doesn't enjoy wide conversion support—you can't just load it into Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw as you can with a DNG file. You can grab an open source Raw converter if you use Windows or Linux. JPG photo quality is good. Details are crisp close to the lens, though the ultra-wide nature of the camera means that distant subjects aren't drawn with the same level of clarity. It's on par with a good smartphone camera . The Sjcam SJ6 Legend is a solid action camera. It delivers stabilized 4K video in a small, affordable package, and it's quite easy to access all of its features thanks to a touch-screen interface. Add a standard tripod mount, a front information LCD, a waterproof case, and plenty of included mounting accessories, and you have an excellent value for $160. You sacrifice some polish and video quality compared with pricier models like the GoPro Hero5 Black and YI 4K+, but the SJ6 Legend is a top-notch option for budget shoppers. If you're looking for an even less expensive option, the Aukey AC-LC2 and Wimius L1 are both solid choices under $100. Sjcam SJ6 Legend Best for 4K 4.0 Editors' Choice Pros Cons The Bottom Line If you can't afford a GoPro, the Sjcam SJ6 Legend records stabilized 4K video and boasts a touch-screen interface. It's our favorite low-cost action cam. About Our Expert Jim Fisher Principal Writer, Cameras Experience Images, and the devices that capture them, are my focus. I've covered cameras at PCMag for the past 14 years, which has given me a front row seat for the changeover from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras, the smartphone camera revolution, and the emergence of drones for aerial imaging. I have extensive experience with every major mirrorless and SLR system, and am also comfortable using point-and-shoot and action cameras. 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It's our favorite low-cost action cam. MSRP \$159.00 \$158.99 [\$158 at Amazon](https://cc.pcmag.com/v1/otc/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=score-card-persistent&element=buy-button&item=offer&position=1&element_label=%24158+at+Amazon&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ "(Opens in a new tab)") PCMag editors select and review products [independently](https://www.pcmag.com/about/pcmagcom-mission-statement). If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our [testing](https://www.pcmag.com/about/how-we-test-everything-we-review). ## Pros & Cons - Compact. - Stabilized 4K capture. - Touch-screen interface. - Includes waterproof case. - Standard tripod mount. - Integrates Wi-Fi. - Limited Raw image conversion support. - Dated mini USB charging port. GoPro owns the [action cam](https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-action-cameras-and-camcorders) market, but its cameras are expensive—if you want 4K you'll need to spend \$400 on the Hero5 Black. There are plenty of lesser-known brands out there, offering cameras with similar functionality, but without as much polish, for less. We've tested a bunch of affordable models, and the Sjcam SJ6 Legend (\$159) delivers the best balance of video quality, features, and price. That makes it our Editors' Choice for low-cost action cameras. ## Design The SJ6 Legend looks like almost every other action camera on the market. It's tiny, measuring just 1.6 by 2.3 by 1.1 inches (HWD) and weighs 2.9 ounces. Its body is plastic, and not waterproof on its own, but a protective case rated to about 100 feet (30 meters) is included. We received a sample with a black finish, but Sjcam also sells it in rose gold and silver. There's a standard tripod mount on the bottom, a rarity for action cams. It adds some versatility in mounting, as you can use it with existing photographic equipment with ease. The waterproof case has a standard GoPro mount, for even more options. The camera only has three control buttons. The top has a big Record button that's easy to press. On the right side you get two smaller buttons—the top is power and the bottom takes you to the main menu. 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Because of this, you don't have to use small buttons to navigate through long pages of settings. The interface is quite intuitive—tap the bottom center of the display, where it tells you which mode you're in, to change the shooting mode, press the Play icon to go into playback mode, and tap the gear icon to adjust settings. The LCD is only 2 inches in size, but menu options are big enough to adjust comfortably. There's a second LCD on the front. It's monochrome and not sensitive to touch. It shows you the current shooting mode, recording status, available memory, and battery life. It's a nice addition, especially if you have the camera mounted, as you can check if you're shooting with ease, even if the lens is turned in your direction. A number of accessories are included in addition to the waterproof case. You get an assortment of different mounting arms and adapters, including a tripod adapter for the waterpoof case, adhesive-backed mounts, and a cage that isn't waterproof, but is compatible with GoPro accessories. ## Connectivity [![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : App](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/reviews/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-2.fit_lim.size_250x444.v_1569469936.png)![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : App](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/reviews/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-2.fit_lim.size_250x444.v_1569469936.png)](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sjcam-sj6-legend "(Opens in a new tab)")You'll find a microSD card slot as well as micro HDMI and mini USB ports on the left side. The dated mini USB port is used for data transfer and storage. I'd have preferred to see a micro USB connection, as those cables are much more common—it's a bit too early to hope for USB-C in a budget action cam. There's also built-in Wi-Fi. The camera works with the free Sjcam app, available for Android and iOS, for remote control and wireless file transfer. You can see a live feed from the lens, adjust camera settings, take pictures, and start and stop video recording. One oddity—I wasn't able to select 4K recording when using the app for control; the highest setting available is 2K. ## Video Quality and Features The SJ6 records video at up to 4K quality with a 25Mbps bit rate and 24fps frame rate. That's great for a cinematic look, but if you want to shoot at the more sports-friendly 60fps in 4K, you'll need to spend more on the [YI 4K+](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/yi-4k-plus), which features a similar form factor and touch interface, but sells for around \$340. Despite not having the highest bit rate around, 4K video from the SJ6 is quite strong. Details are crisp and colors are accurate. I recorded a few different scenes using the camera for our sample clip. The first is a handheld walking shot with digital stabilization turned off. You can see that the video is shaky. For a second walking test I enabled the digital stabilization system—it is available when shooting at 4K. There are some added artifacts, but the jitters are gone. You still get the bobbing from side to side that's typical of handheld footage, but you'd see that effect with a Steadicam or gimbal as well. The final portion of our test video is mounted footage, taken from a moving vehicle. Here we move from shaded areas to bright sunlight during a drive. You can see some jostling when going over bumps in the road, and changes in exposure. The sky blows out to white when passing under the shadows provided by trees, but when there's no shade the exposure changes to show the blue sky and puffy white clouds. You'll notice a date stamp in some portions of video—it's enabled by default, so you'll likely want to turn it off. The dynamic range delivered by the video isn't as good as others—we saw more blue sky with the [Wimius L1](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/wimius-l1). You can enable WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) capture in situations where you're shooting in mixed lighting, and if that doesn't get you the results you want, try underexposing your footage using negative EV compensation and opening up shadows in your video editing suite. If you don't shoot in 4K you have some other options. Dropping the resolution to 2K gives you a 30fps frame rate, the same as NTSC video, and you can shoot at 60, 50, 30, or 25fps—covering both NTSC and PAL standards. Sadly, 24fps capture isn't an option at 2K or 1080p. There's also slow-motion capability. You can crank the camera to 120fps at 720p (along with 30 or 60fps options), or shoot standard-definition 480p video at a fixed 240fps frame rate. When shooting at 4K you get the typical ultra-wide field of view you expect from an action camera. This comes with a fish-eye effect. There is some distortion correction built-in, but its effect isn't great when shooting at the widest field of view. There are medium and narrow options as well, both of which are available when shooting in 4K. Additional video features include video time-lapse, with 4K, 2K, 1080p, 720p, and 480p output options, as well as slow-motion capture at up to one-eighth speed, time-lapse photo capture, burst image capture, and simultaneous video and still capture. There's also a car mode that records video but turns off the rear LCD so it doesn't distract you when driving, and an underwater mode that tunes the video settings for aquatic use. When not in its underwater case, audio quality is strong. The camera picks up my voice clearly, without the hollow or compressed signature we experienced with some other budget cameras. For pro-grade audio, you can add an optional external microphone via the mini USB port. [![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : Sample Photo](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/reviews/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-3.fit_lim.size_740x555.v_1569469936.jpg)![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : Sample Photo](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/reviews/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-3.fit_lim.size_740x555.v_1569469936.jpg)](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sjcam-sj6-legend "(Opens in a new tab)") Still images are captured at 16MP resolution in JPG or Raw format. The Raw format is proprietary, and doesn't enjoy wide conversion support—you can't just load it into Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw as you can with a DNG file. You can grab an [open source](https://github.com/yanburman/sjcam_raw2dng/releases/tag/v1.1.1 "(Opens in a new tab)") Raw converter if you use Windows or Linux. JPG photo quality is good. Details are crisp close to the lens, though the ultra-wide nature of the camera means that distant subjects aren't drawn with the same level of clarity. It's on par with a good [smartphone camera](https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-camera-phones). ## Conclusions The Sjcam SJ6 Legend is a solid action camera. It delivers stabilized 4K video in a small, affordable package, and it's quite easy to access all of its features thanks to a touch-screen interface. Add a standard tripod mount, a front information LCD, a waterproof case, and plenty of included mounting accessories, and you have an excellent value for \$160. You sacrifice some polish and video quality compared with pricier models like the [GoPro Hero5 Black](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/gopro-hero5-black) and YI 4K+, but the SJ6 Legend is a top-notch option for budget shoppers. If you're looking for an even less expensive option, the Aukey AC-LC2 and Wimius L1 are both solid choices under \$100. Sjcam SJ6 Legend Best for 4K 4\.0 Editors' Choice [![Sjcam SJ6 Legend](<data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg' viewBox='0 0 528 297'%3E%3Crect fill='%23f7f7f7' /%3E%3C/svg%3E>)](https://cc.pcmag.com/v1/otc/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=product-cards&element=product-card&item=image&position=1&element_label=&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ "(Opens in a new tab)") [Check Stock](https://cc.pcmag.com/v1/otc/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=product-cards&element=product-card&item=buy-button&position=1&element_label=Check+Stock&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ "(Opens in a new tab)") \$158.99 at Amazon MSRP \$159.00 Pros - Compact. - Stabilized 4K capture. - Touch-screen interface. - Includes waterproof case. - Standard tripod mount. - Integrates Wi-Fi. View More Cons - Limited Raw image conversion support. - Dated mini USB charging port. [![Sjcam SJ6 Legend](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/reviews/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-7.fit_lim.size_300x169.v1569474193.jpg)](https://cc.pcmag.com/v1/otc/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=product-cards&element=product-card&item=image&position=1&element_label=&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ "(Opens in a new tab)") [Check Stock](https://cc.pcmag.com/v1/otc/01r1WRIAJykbQgN4oGQ8FSi?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSJCAM-Legend-SJ6-Action-Resolution%2Fdp%2FB01MSJG36Q&template=review-page&module=product-cards&element=product-card&item=buy-button&position=1&element_label=Check+Stock&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcmag.com%2Freviews%2Fsjcam-sj6-legend&object_type=review&object_uuid=00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ&product_uuid=020tER2roQY2CpOhTRdpEcJ "(Opens in a new tab)") \$158.99 at Amazon MSRP \$159.00 The Bottom Line If you can't afford a GoPro, the Sjcam SJ6 Legend records stabilized 4K video and boasts a touch-screen interface. 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Readable Markdown	GoPro owns the [action cam](https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-action-cameras-and-camcorders) market, but its cameras are expensive—if you want 4K you'll need to spend \$400 on the Hero5 Black. There are plenty of lesser-known brands out there, offering cameras with similar functionality, but without as much polish, for less. We've tested a bunch of affordable models, and the Sjcam SJ6 Legend (\$159) delivers the best balance of video quality, features, and price. That makes it our Editors' Choice for low-cost action cameras. The SJ6 Legend looks like almost every other action camera on the market. It's tiny, measuring just 1.6 by 2.3 by 1.1 inches (HWD) and weighs 2.9 ounces. Its body is plastic, and not waterproof on its own, but a protective case rated to about 100 feet (30 meters) is included. We received a sample with a black finish, but Sjcam also sells it in rose gold and silver. There's a standard tripod mount on the bottom, a rarity for action cams. It adds some versatility in mounting, as you can use it with existing photographic equipment with ease. The waterproof case has a standard GoPro mount, for even more options. The camera only has three control buttons. The top has a big Record button that's easy to press. On the right side you get two smaller buttons—the top is power and the bottom takes you to the main menu. In our tests, the battery netted 75 minutes of 4K recording. [![Sjcam SJ6 Legend](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/reviews/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-1.fit_lim.size_672x458.v_1569469936.jpg)](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sjcam-sj6-legend "(Opens in a new tab)") The SJ6 features a touch LCD, a feature you don't often see in this price range. Because of this, you don't have to use small buttons to navigate through long pages of settings. The interface is quite intuitive—tap the bottom center of the display, where it tells you which mode you're in, to change the shooting mode, press the Play icon to go into playback mode, and tap the gear icon to adjust settings. The LCD is only 2 inches in size, but menu options are big enough to adjust comfortably. There's a second LCD on the front. It's monochrome and not sensitive to touch. It shows you the current shooting mode, recording status, available memory, and battery life. It's a nice addition, especially if you have the camera mounted, as you can check if you're shooting with ease, even if the lens is turned in your direction. A number of accessories are included in addition to the waterproof case. You get an assortment of different mounting arms and adapters, including a tripod adapter for the waterpoof case, adhesive-backed mounts, and a cage that isn't waterproof, but is compatible with GoPro accessories. [![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : App](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/reviews/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-2.fit_lim.size_250x444.v_1569469936.png)](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sjcam-sj6-legend "(Opens in a new tab)")You'll find a microSD card slot as well as micro HDMI and mini USB ports on the left side. The dated mini USB port is used for data transfer and storage. I'd have preferred to see a micro USB connection, as those cables are much more common—it's a bit too early to hope for USB-C in a budget action cam. There's also built-in Wi-Fi. The camera works with the free Sjcam app, available for Android and iOS, for remote control and wireless file transfer. You can see a live feed from the lens, adjust camera settings, take pictures, and start and stop video recording. One oddity—I wasn't able to select 4K recording when using the app for control; the highest setting available is 2K. The SJ6 records video at up to 4K quality with a 25Mbps bit rate and 24fps frame rate. That's great for a cinematic look, but if you want to shoot at the more sports-friendly 60fps in 4K, you'll need to spend more on the [YI 4K+](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/yi-4k-plus), which features a similar form factor and touch interface, but sells for around \$340. Despite not having the highest bit rate around, 4K video from the SJ6 is quite strong. Details are crisp and colors are accurate. I recorded a few different scenes using the camera for our sample clip. The first is a handheld walking shot with digital stabilization turned off. You can see that the video is shaky. For a second walking test I enabled the digital stabilization system—it is available when shooting at 4K. There are some added artifacts, but the jitters are gone. You still get the bobbing from side to side that's typical of handheld footage, but you'd see that effect with a Steadicam or gimbal as well. The final portion of our test video is mounted footage, taken from a moving vehicle. Here we move from shaded areas to bright sunlight during a drive. You can see some jostling when going over bumps in the road, and changes in exposure. The sky blows out to white when passing under the shadows provided by trees, but when there's no shade the exposure changes to show the blue sky and puffy white clouds. You'll notice a date stamp in some portions of video—it's enabled by default, so you'll likely want to turn it off. The dynamic range delivered by the video isn't as good as others—we saw more blue sky with the [Wimius L1](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/wimius-l1). You can enable WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) capture in situations where you're shooting in mixed lighting, and if that doesn't get you the results you want, try underexposing your footage using negative EV compensation and opening up shadows in your video editing suite. If you don't shoot in 4K you have some other options. Dropping the resolution to 2K gives you a 30fps frame rate, the same as NTSC video, and you can shoot at 60, 50, 30, or 25fps—covering both NTSC and PAL standards. Sadly, 24fps capture isn't an option at 2K or 1080p. There's also slow-motion capability. You can crank the camera to 120fps at 720p (along with 30 or 60fps options), or shoot standard-definition 480p video at a fixed 240fps frame rate. When shooting at 4K you get the typical ultra-wide field of view you expect from an action camera. This comes with a fish-eye effect. There is some distortion correction built-in, but its effect isn't great when shooting at the widest field of view. There are medium and narrow options as well, both of which are available when shooting in 4K. Additional video features include video time-lapse, with 4K, 2K, 1080p, 720p, and 480p output options, as well as slow-motion capture at up to one-eighth speed, time-lapse photo capture, burst image capture, and simultaneous video and still capture. There's also a car mode that records video but turns off the rear LCD so it doesn't distract you when driving, and an underwater mode that tunes the video settings for aquatic use. When not in its underwater case, audio quality is strong. The camera picks up my voice clearly, without the hollow or compressed signature we experienced with some other budget cameras. For pro-grade audio, you can add an optional external microphone via the mini USB port. [![Sjcam SJ6 Legend : Sample Photo](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/reviews/00CyFRJFAUbBcB7B3U0oerJ-3.fit_lim.size_740x555.v_1569469936.jpg)](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sjcam-sj6-legend "(Opens in a new tab)") Still images are captured at 16MP resolution in JPG or Raw format. The Raw format is proprietary, and doesn't enjoy wide conversion support—you can't just load it into Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw as you can with a DNG file. You can grab an [open source](https://github.com/yanburman/sjcam_raw2dng/releases/tag/v1.1.1 "(Opens in a new tab)") Raw converter if you use Windows or Linux. JPG photo quality is good. Details are crisp close to the lens, though the ultra-wide nature of the camera means that distant subjects aren't drawn with the same level of clarity. It's on par with a good [smartphone camera](https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-camera-phones). The Sjcam SJ6 Legend is a solid action camera. It delivers stabilized 4K video in a small, affordable package, and it's quite easy to access all of its features thanks to a touch-screen interface. Add a standard tripod mount, a front information LCD, a waterproof case, and plenty of included mounting accessories, and you have an excellent value for \$160. You sacrifice some polish and video quality compared with pricier models like the [GoPro Hero5 Black](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/gopro-hero5-black) and YI 4K+, but the SJ6 Legend is a top-notch option for budget shoppers. If you're looking for an even less expensive option, the Aukey AC-LC2 and Wimius L1 are both solid choices under \$100. Sjcam SJ6 Legend Best for 4K 4\.0 Editors' Choice Pros Cons The Bottom Line If you can't afford a GoPro, the Sjcam SJ6 Legend records stabilized 4K video and boasts a touch-screen interface. It's our favorite low-cost action cam. ## About Our Expert ![Jim Fisher](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/authors/04FaIMb8SfROqZVLxv18Fh4.fit_lim.size_100x100.v1723837985.png) Jim Fisher Principal Writer, Cameras *** Experience Images, and the devices that capture them, are my focus. I've covered cameras at PCMag for the past 14 years, which has given me a front row seat for the changeover from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras, the smartphone camera revolution, and the emergence of drones for aerial imaging. I have extensive experience with every major mirrorless and SLR system, and am also comfortable using point-and-shoot and action cameras. As a Part 107 Certified drone pilot, I’m licensed to fly unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for commercial and editorial purposes, and am knowledgeable about federal rules and regulations regarding drones. Latest By Jim Fisher [Read Full Bio](https://www.pcmag.com/authors/jim-fisher)
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