An action camera helps you capture your adventures no matter the action, opening up new possibilities for what you can shoot. But just like every OOTD, an action camera needs its accessories!
Let's put it this way: if you're biking or skydiving, the last thing you want is to worry about holding onto the camera. This is where action camera accessories come in: your hands stay free, and you can focus on the action, knowing your camera is perfectly positioned to record it all.
From action camera body mounts to microphone attachments, check out the best action camera accessories and our favorite Insta360 mounts to capture the action uninterrupted.
Common Action Camera Accessories
Accessories come in all shapes and sizes. Let's take a look at the most common ones:
Action Camera Protectors
Action cameras are designed to handle a bump or two, but what's the phrase? Better safe than sorry. Action camera protectors can help keep your camera safe whether it's in use or not. Most action sports are very intense, so it's no surprise that your action camera will eventually face some wear and tear.
There's a range of action camera accessories to protect your action cam, including screen protectors, lens guards, and lens caps. The best screen protectors are tempered glass—solid and sturdy but crystal-clear to see the display properly. Lens guards are a must-have for any action sports, and lens caps can keep dust and other particles off the camera when stored away.
If you feel like taking a dip or a dive, make sure you've got protective housing, such as a dive case, for extra waterproofing. While most action cameras are waterproof out of the box, a dive case usually allows them to go to deeper depths and keeps them tightly sealed to prevent water damage. If you're worried about butterfingers, a floating device will ensure your camera always returns to the surface.
Action Camera Body Mounts
You can guarantee that if you can think of attaching your camera to somewhere on your body, there's a mount for that. Chest, arms, wrists, head, and even mouths, action camera body mounts allow for real flexibility. It means you can keep your hands free and shoot some really incredible footage from unique perspectives.
The key thing for body mounts is to make sure they're secure. The angle might be cool, but if the mount is wobbling like lemon jelly, the footage could be unusable. So tighten it up, lock it in place and start shooting.
And get creative! Who says a wrist strap has to be around your wrist? Why not on your dog's favorite toy instead?
Action Camera Head Mounts
For a real rider's perspective, how about a head mount? An action camera head mount is an accessory that holds the camera on top of the user's head and lets the user record footage from their point of view without using their hands. They can be a great 'set and forget' way to film.
Make sure your head mount is adjustable and isn't wobbling around all over the place. Some might even have built-in stabilization or remote control to make them easier to use when mounted on your noggin. Whether you're blazing mountain trails or hiking, head mounts are a must-have accessory.
Action Camera Microphone Attachment
Testing, testing, 1 2 3. For a lot of content creators and vloggers, the visuals are only one part of the puzzle. High-quality audio keeps your viewers engaged, so it's important your action camera picks up crisp, clear sound. Most action cameras have built-in microphones, but these tend to provide muffled or low-quality audio. How about a microphone attachment instead?
They are external microphones that enhance the audio of your recorded footage, designed to capture high-quality audio even in intense situations. They might be directional (capture sound from a specific direction for isolating a single noise source) or omnidirectional (picking up sound from all directions) and often have wind noise reduction to pick up audio without the extra noise. Make sure your microphone attachment is lightweight and compatible with your action camera before buying.
Here's some other accessories that deserve a shoutout:
- Fast Charge Hub: Charge multiple batteries simultaneously with a smart system that detects which one needs charging first. It's always handy to have a spare battery on you!
- ND Filter: Add that cinematic look to your footage wherever you are.
- Selfie Stick: Who doesn't love a good selfie? They get awesome aerial views and make sure the whole gang is in the picture.
- Tripod: Set your camera down for a timelapse or get low-angle shots to mix up your footage.
Insta360 Action Cameras
What use are all these sick accessories if you haven't got an action camera that can keep up? Well, Insta360 action cameras are ahead of the game, so there's no need to worry there. Check out some of the key players:
Insta360 X3
Insta360 X3 is the ultimate 360º action camera. It's rugged, waterproof and ready to mount virtually anywhere. It shoots incredible 5.7K 360° video with Active HDR, stabilizing action footage, minimizing ghosting, and revealing details that other action cams miss. By shooting first in 360° and then reframing later in the Insta360 app, one video can be edited in endless different ways.
It shoots incredible third-person views with the Invisible Selfie Stick (more on that later), 8K timelapses and detailed 72MP 360º photos. With built-in FlowState Stabilization and 360º Horizon Lock, your shots will stay silky smooth no matter where you mount them. Plus, it has Single-Lens Mode for ultra-wide 4K flat images for immersive POVs.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 Ace Pro is a powerful wide-angle action camera designed to handle famously tricky low light situations. With a Leica SUMMARIT lens, 1/1.3" sensor and 5nm AI Chip, it does the job and then some.
PureVideo takes low light shots to the next level, and FlowState and Horizon Lock mean stabilized footage day and night. With a handy magnetic mounting system, flip touchscreen, rugged and waterproof design and intuitive AI controls, it's easy to see why Insta360 Ace Pro would be your go-to.
Insta360 GO 3
Tiny doesn't mean weak, and Insta360 GO 3 is here to prove that. At just 35g, GO 3 is the world's smallest action camera. So what, right? How about mounting an action camera on the spoke of your bike? How about fitting your action camera in your mouth for a hilarious and unique POV? Tiny means endless creativity and shots that are impossible with larger cams! Pop it into the trusty Action Pod, and you've transformed GO 3 into a classic, rugged, wide-angle action camera with a flip touchscreen and super long battery life.
Not sure which Insta360 action camera is right for you? Not to worry, we've got a full comparison here.
Best Insta360 Accessories
Whatever Insta360 action camera you choose in the end, just know there are hundreds of accessories waiting for you. Here are some of our favs!
Head Strap
The Head Strap is perfect for capturing first-person shots completely hands-free! You can mount up to two cameras to get even more angles, plus it has a comfortable and adjustable design, so you won't be distracted from the action.
Backpack Mount
For incredible fake-drone shots, try the Backpack Mount. This action camera accessory is perfect if you don't have a drone. Just hook it over your backpack, attach your selfie stick and walk around as normal.
It's great for hikers, bikers and getting those awesome #RealLifeGTA shots.
Helmet Mount
Whether it's skiing, cycling, motorbiking, or anything with a helmet, mount up your cam and shoot incredible perspectives.
The mount disappears in 360º footage for unique perspectives, and it can be mounted virtually anywhere on your helmet with the Insta360 Helmet Mount Bundle.
Chest Strap
Pick up the Chest Strap for immersive first-person POV shots. It has an adjustable non-slip design so you can mount up and focus on the action, and it has a rotatable mounting base, allowing you to quickly switch between horizontal and vertical shooting. It keeps your hands free and is perfect for showing off technical trails and slopes.
Invisible Dive Case
Designed for Insta360 X3, the Invisible Dive Case is a breakthrough for divers. Its unique dome structure is specially designed to remain completely invisible in underwater shots.
That means seamless stitching without seeing anything in 360º shots. No camera, no case, no selfie stick. Nada. It's a real floating cameraman and lets you dive down to 164ft (50m) without worry.
Invisible Selfie Stick
Now for the MVP of action camera accessories, the Invisible Selfie Stick. This clever piece of kit remains completely invisible in your 360º shots for truly incredible third-person shots.
It's the ultimate tool for creativity and will leave people asking, "How did you shoot that?". There's even one that's a whopping 3m long for seriously aerial views! For more about how it works, check this out.
And there's plenty more where they came from. For our top 10 Insta360 accessories, read this article.
Time to Shoot
So, you've got the gear, and now it's time for the ideas. Mount up, get creative and see what you can film. With Insta360 and a handful of action camera accessories, there's no stopping you!
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