We analyze the Xiaomi Yi 4K + camera and its specifications of heart attack [VIDEO]

Action cameras or sports cameras They are a product that is increasingly in demand for many reasons, and that is that although they were mainly used to record our best moments in action sports, now we find that the options allow us to do without large cameras for almost everything, it is no longer rare record our best travel moments with one of these cameras.

We have in our hands the Xiaomi Yi 4K + action camera that brings 4K resolution and 60 FPS to a product that was almost prohibitive. Stay with us and discover what this sports camera consists of, what are its weaknesses, and of course what are the reasons that are making it so popular.

As always, at a first glance we are going to take a look at the technical specifications with mere numbers to help us get an idea about the product that we are going to treat, then we are going to analyze each of its aspects to finalize with the result of our opinion. Take a look at Amazon from 322 euros.

Technical specifications of the Xiaomi Yi 4K +

These are the technical characteristics general features, some of which will be extended as we carry out the analysis, so we recommend that you do not miss absolutely anything that we are going to tell next about this very interesting product that Xiaomi has put in our hands.

Design, materials and contents of the box

At the level of design and materials, Xiaomi has not wanted to risk, almost no manufacturer of this type of product decides to do so for obvious reasons, comfort and accessories. We are 65 millimeters wide by 21 millimeters thick (30 if we count the focus) and 42 millimeters high. At the back we find the 2,2 ″ touch screen that will be more than enough to manage the device, while at the top we only have the button to start recording and stop it. On the left side is where we find the protective rubber that when removed offers us a USB-C connection. Meanwhile and finally, in the lower part we have a female screw so that we can fit it into tripods and universal accessories, as well as the battery tray that allows us to extract it through a projection, as well as insert the microSD card in a small slot.

• Camera
• Protective housing for water
• USB-C charging cable
• USB-C to Minijack adapter for audio capture

Rubbery feel for the entire camera frame, except for the front, which has a more resistant plastic layer and is screen printed with a series of small squares, an interesting design. On this front we find both the 4K + sign that indicates the model, and an LED indicator of the recording, this LED is also available on the start button, but there it will indicate other parameters such as the battery. The design is a bit more than usual. Perhaps it is important to note that this "malleable" plastic can influence the fact that a small drop can explode the glass that covers the screen. We have a good build quality overall.

Recording and capture of the Xiaomi Yi 4K+

We have extremely wide recording possibilities but we are going to leave down some ranges between which this camera is capable of moving, of course the combination of several of these parameters will depend on the camera itself, but in this way we will be able to make a slight idea. of everything this Yi 4K + is capable of.

• Resolution: from 420p to 4K Ultra
• FPS: From 24o in 480p to 60 in 4K
• Field of View (FOV): System Wide, Ultra Wide and Combination Wide-Medium
• Resolution: from 848 × 480 to 4000 × 3000

But is that this camera, how could it be otherwise, is also capable of offering good results when taking photographs, To do this, use the following settings:

• 12MP wide format
• 8 MP wide format
• 7 MP in wide and medium format
• 5 MP in medium format

For all this, it uses a series of manual settings for which we must have knowledge, otherwise nothing better than the classic Automatic mode "For dummies" like the present analyst.

We have an electronic stabilizer which will allow us to make quality freehand recordings, although it will not work miracles and we must have a minimum of skill when making the plans, it will significantly improve the quality of the content developed when we carry out sports activities. For its part, the level of color and detail is quite good, Considering the size of the camera, it does not seem to encounter too many problems when we put it face to face with adverse conditions such as backlights or poor lighting, its automatic system defends itself quickly and in most cases effectively. It's funny, but this camera offers much better results than those offered by other cameras in the same price range, so the software and hardware work for the production and the price is spectacular.

Technical details to take into account and autonomy

The first thing, although this should not be a doubt in this type of cameras, is keep in mind that we must use a 10 quality microSD card with good performanceOtherwise, the same camera will prevent us from making maximum resolution recordings, just as when we use 16 GB storage cards or less, it has all the logic in the world. It is also important to note that this camera has a file protection system that will allow us to combine different clips between 4 GB and 30 GB, which will allow us not to suffer the loss of a complete movie just because a section has been corrupt, this comes in luxury, literally, to avoid scares when processing the video.

On the other hand, if we get demanding, we must remember that we have a USB-C, that if we use it for content storage, it will offer us a transmission speed of no less than 40 MB / s, which is much higher than that offered by competitive devices in the same price range. At the level of autonomy we have a 1.400 mAh battery that gives us almost 2 hours of recording at 4K resolution, which stays in a little less depending on the tasks performed.

Voice control, app and stereo sound capture

For the first versions an update was necessary and it only worked in English, however the version that we have received is already updated, therefore, it is time to talk about the voice control system. It is to be appreciated but it is not the only Xiaomi device that does it, for example the Vacuum already has voice management. By activating this configuration we will be able to do simple tasks without touching the camera, This is appreciated when we are carrying out sports activities or we are simply in a hurry. We can tell you, for example, to start a video recording or take a photograph, however, as expected, the microphone capture is extremely relevant to carry out the task, and in most cases, we simply cannot. For its part, the application is what you would expect, compatible with iOS and Android with just the right features to record, take pictures and connect live through the WiFi network that the camera broadcasts.

On the other hand, We have an adapter included in the box that will allow us to add microphones, with this we will be able to capture sound in stereo, this function is available in next-generation mobile phones such as the iPhone XS, but it is appreciated with the type of content that we are going to capture with this camera. It is clear that when we put the protective case on the audio recording quality (which is not bad in general) falls dramatically, however, we can add any type of microphone through the USB-C connection to obtain better results, like this such as capturing sound in stereo.

Editor's opinion

Worst

 

It's time to talk about the worst of the camera, where we always start. In the first place, I would like to highlight, although it is not a negative point at all, the fact that the plastic of the frame seems extremely malleable in the face of possible falls that affect the screen. For its part, Xiaomi has not risked at all in terms of design, and that always leaves us with a bad taste in our mouths. The battery for its part is also slightly lower than that of competing brands, yes, the price ends up clearly justifying it.

Best

What we liked the most of the camera is the fact that it has endless possibilities and recording settings as well as the quality of the photographs. The thread on the bottom is also a welcome addition to avoid problems with the accessories and the touch screen we simply loved, this camera has many positive points.

In short eIt is an option from 322 euros on Amazon that is with characteristics clearly superior to those offered by alternatives such as GoPro for around 120 euros more. That is to say, If what you are looking for is the high-end and the best value for money in sports cameras, I would say that this Yi 4K + is undoubtedly yours.