If you were in on the Kickstarter, you got a pretty good deal at $500, as the camera is now listed for $700. The E1 is marketed as an action camera replacement, but certainly there are other purposes for it, especially as something that you might be able to put in harm's way but still get good quality. Here's more on the 4K camera:
And the specs:
- 16MP CMOS Micro 4/3 Sensor with MFT Mount
- 4096 x 2160 / 24 fps
- 3840 x 2160 & 2880 x 2160 / 24, 25, 30 fps
- 1920 x 1920 & 1920 x 1440 / 24, 25, 30 fps
- 1920 x 1080 / 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 fps
- 1280 x 720 / 50, 60, 240 fps
- 840 x 480 / 25, 30 fps
- Up to ISO 25,600
- 60 Mbps (4K / UHD)
- JPEG and RAW Photos
- Up to 15 fps Burst Shooting at 16MP
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for Remote Control
- Continuous Autofocus System
- 320 x 240 Rear LCD Screen
- microSD/SDHC/SDXC
- Weight: 8.9 oz, Body Only: 7.4 oz (210 g) Battery: 1.5 oz (42 g)
- 2000mAh Battery & Charger Included
- Price: $700 Body Only
With a camera this small, it's obviously not going to have all of the features of a camera like the GH4, which has a similar-sized sensor, but better bitrate and better recording options, not to mention a higher resolution screen. If you're looking for a GoPro with better quality, better low-light, and more lens options, this might be something to look at. As far as an everyday camera, however, you might be better off with something like a Panasonic GH4 for only a little more money, and only a bit more size.
Source: Z Camera E1
