SJ4000 HD Action Camera Review

The camera also features an underwater housing that – with a 100′ depth rating – is safe to take snorkeling or on many dives. A 2″ LCD screen on the back of the camera allows you to compose your shots as well as review what you’ve already recorded.

The camera records to microSD and microSDHC memory cards up to 32GB in capacity. It records H.264 video in a .mov type file and offers 720p, VGA (848 x 480) and QVGA (640 x 480) settings in addition to 1080p Full HD. A USB port allows you to transfer footage to a computer, and there is a streaming function so you can use the camera as a webcam. There is also an HDMI port so that you can connect the camera to an HDTV.

Ultra-Wide 170° Lens

The ultra-wide “fisheye” lens helps ensure the camera captures everything happening in front of it
Note: The angle of view is less in certain resolution settings

On-Board LCD Screen

Compose your shots and review what you’ve already recorded with the SJ4000’s 2″ LCD display

Works as a Web Cam

The camera is able to stream video through its USB port so that it can function as a webcam when connected to a computer

Multiple Photo Modes

The camera can shoot stills at 12, 8, 5, 3, 3, 1.2, and 0.3 megapixels

Removable Battery

The camera powers from a 900mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery that takes approximately 3.5 hours to recharge. The battery is removable so you can keep extras on hand and replace them as they run out

Built-In Microphone

A built-in mic means the SJ4000 captures audio as well as video – recording it in the PCM format. The mic be used when the camera is in the housing, however the sound may be muffled

Decorative Sticker Set Included

The included stickers allow you to personalize your SJ4000 or can be used to increase the camera’s visibility