Sony's 4K Action Cam is a capable POV camcorder that shoots great videos, but its size and price put it behind GoPro's Hero4 Black.

4K (UHD) video recording; Good-looking; smooth videos; High 100-Mbps bitrate; SteadyShot stabilization

Larger than most action cams; 4K requires SDXC card; Some quality issues in bright light; Pricey compared to competition

This camera is better than GoPro Hero 4 Black!!

Captures video as you see it with your eyes without making it cartoonish

Awkward shape not ideal for limited space mounting

At the end of the day, in the action cam market, the buck stops at GoPro. Whether a company is trying to compete with them or not, they are the standard that everyone is held to.

I tried GoPro Hero 4 Black and I was very dissappointed, I had to returned everything including all accesories. Then I tried this Sony FDR-X1000V and it is great, is not perfect though but certainly better than the GoPro. I really love the Steady Image Stabilization. So I will keep this camera.

This action Cam blows away the competition! Ease of use, functionality, picture and video quality. The remote is awesome. Forget about wondering if your video is turned on or if you have the shot you want.

Has all the features you need. Superior quality Well thought out product for what it is intended to do. Remote viewing !!! Remote control of camera

Wish it was less expensive

I love the new case, the ability to control the menu without taking it out of the case is huge. The new video options (4k and higher frame rate) are nice too, but as far as video quality it may be better, I didn't do a side by side, but it is not significantly better than several versions back.

Amazing, exceeded expectations by far, I would give it 6 stars if I could. After much agonising about this verses a GoPro, I eventually bought this in late 2015. It has been brilliant - although I notice the price has gone up quite a bit since then which may expose it to more competition today.

Awesome.It was delivered within 3 days.The product is very good.The video clarity is almost unbelievable. If you planning to buy,don't think much and buy this.it is a superb product

Worth a look if you're new to the POV camera market, but if you've already got a GoPro, stick with it.

- Excellent video quality; - Small without the case; - Splash proof without case

- Colors are oversaturated; - Stills aren't very good

Had this camera only for a short time but can say with comfort that it's a amazing piece of kit. I use as a dash cam in my car and also at use on a selfish stick at my sons party.