Top 7: Best Body Camera of 2020

The MIUFLY Body Camera is characterized by its robust design and sturdy build. Its 3.7x1.2x2.2 inch dimensions make it compact and portable despite the many features that are packed into it. The external appearance of the device is definitely high-end, with the camera lens set right at the front surrounded by infrared lights that aid during recording. The back of the device features a 2-inch LCD screen where users can directly view recorded videos or check on what is currently recording. There is also a rotatable clip at the back, which is used to attach the body camera to the user. 

The internal features of the camera start with its F2.0 Iris lens capable of up to a 140-degree view and 16x digital zoom. Because of the infrared lights around the camera lens, this unit has a powerful night vision mode which renders a good recording despite near-black conditions. However, when watching the videos on the LCD display, some details are not as clear. When reviewing videos, connecting the device directly to a computer is done with a standard USB data cable. Files are saved in MPEG4 format for videos, JPEG for images, and WAV for audio.

The camera is also equipped with a 5MP CMOS sensor to allow for high-quality video capture with varying qualities between 840x480p to 2300x1296p. Recordings are done at 30/60fps. Aside from the good video quality, the camera also automatically embeds information, such as the User ID, Time and Date stamps, and GPS Coordinates, into the video files. (1)

Set with motion detection, the camera can automatically start recording when it senses movement in the area. The battery, which is a 3100mAH rechargeable Li-polymer battery, can last for up to 10 hours while recording. It has a built-in memory capacity of 64GB to store all the recorded audio and video.

The Ehomful wearable body camera is a slim, pen-like body camera with an easy clip-on attachment. The camera has a sleek all-black design fitted with just a few buttons; one to switch the device on/off, and another OK key which starts recording. The camera lens is placed right at the front and is set to capture 1080 video quality at a rate of 30 fps. The lens has a 120-degree view, capturing quite a decent amount of area for its small 4.4x1x0.6 inch size. This body camera easily fits into the palm of your hand but is best kept inside a pant pocket or clipped on the collar of your shirt. It is relatively lightweight, weighing only 2.08oz, so it barely feels like you have an extra piece of tech on you.

The battery of this camera is a 240mAh Lithium battery that can support up to 3 hours of continuous recording. When recording, it automatically overwrites the oldest files on the memory card. This loop recording function ensures that any new recordings are prioritized. Since the camera can support memory cards with up to 64gb memory capacity, users can actually store more than 10 hours worth of footage. However, if you use a smaller capacity memory card, like a 4GB or 8GB memory card, you might need to constantly back up your video files if you don't want to lose these files. Retrieving the files is simple because the camera is easily compatible with a standard PC. The device is connected with the use of a standard USB cable. 

The HD Mini Rotated Magnetic Camera is a thin, magnetic device that captures 1080P HD videos and images. It is a wearable body camera with a magnetic body which can be used to attach the device to a belt or other metallic items. The slim design also makes it really easy to place in your pants or shirt pocket. However, you’ll need to have a small piece of metal to keep it in place since this body camera has no other type of attachment.

The most notable feature on this device is definitely the 180-degree rotating camera lens which rotates on an axis perpendicular to the rest of the unit. This makes adjusting the camera view really easy. Surrounding the camera lens is a pair of infrared lights which help in recording videos under low light and dark conditions. The rest of the device is a simple black slim rectangle with the switches and buttons clearly labeled. Using this camera is really simple since everything is labeled and is set in an intuitive layout. The power and reset buttons are set on one side, along with an LED indicator to help users know which mode the device is on. The other side is where switches for the Night Vision mode (NV), and Motion Recording (M-Rec) are placed. When set in Motion Detection Recording Mode, the camera will be on standby until movement is detected. This is a good way to maximize battery life but it is not recommended if you are planning to move around while recording. 

The device stores all the recorded video files into a MicroSD Card. However, users can also leave the device plugged into a charging dock or a PC to maintain continuous recording. The charging port, which is the USB port, is connected to a USB cable, which can be used for either charging or retrieving video files.

The PatrolMaster 1269P Body Camera is a compact camera built specifically for use in security and law enforcement. The device is built of a very durable exterior case which makes it IP67 waterproof and shockproof. The matted finish on this unit gives it a good grip, especially with the edges embedded with embossed detail. The buttons on the side of the body camera are simple and big. Each button is marked clearly with an icon to denote its specific function. Pressing the bright red button starts video recording for either regular videos or night videos. Below the red button is another button to start audio recording while the last button captures images. On the other side of the camera, there is a USB port, image quality switch, and power button set from top to bottom. The Image quality switcher is used to change between 720P recording to 1080P recording.

The front of the device is dominated by a large camera lens surrounded by infrared lights and a motion detector. The back is where you can find the 2-inch LCD screen and a few other buttons that allow users to toggle other functionalities of the device. The exterior design is simple and easy to use. 

Inside, the camera is able to capture good quality videos and images even in low light conditions. The night vision mode is also one of the best on this list. However, this one is a bit more costly than the other units we discuss. But the camera is definitely worth the cost because of the many features. The camera lens has a 170-degree ultra-wide-angle, capturing a lot of information from a single scene. The battery life is also very long-lasting, supporting up to 40 hours of standby time and 20 hours of the actual recording. It has a 64GB built-in memory, which stores videos, images, and audio recordings automatically with a timestamp.

Powered by the Ambarella A7LA50 Chipset, this body camera from CammPro is a powerful device set with a high-resolution camera lens and a number of other features. Aside from the internal power of the device, the rugged exterior case is also built to be very sturdy and durable. It is both waterproof and shockproof. Additionally, it is fitted with low-temperature protection to allow the device to operate even in some of the harshest weather conditions. The design and build of the device are quite simple, with a front-facing main camera lens supported with infrared lights and motion sensors, while the back features a clip-on attachment component, a 2-inch LCD monitor, and playback buttons. The sides of the unit are also set with other control buttons to manage the camera’s functionalities. 

The body camera is able to capture high-quality videos and images, capturing these at a 1296P HD resolution at a 140-degree view. Supported by the infrared lights, it is also able to capture really good quality night vision images and videos. The 3500 mAH battery provides up to 11 hours of video recording, which can be done either continuously or dependent on the motion detection modes.

One of the main highlights of this device is the 128GB built-in memory which allows users to store hours and hours worth of videos while also embedding other important information, such as time, GPS coordinates, a user ID. The camera can also be locked in with a password, only allowing those with the password to access the files.

This mini body camera from KONPCOIU features a slim and ultra-portable design fitted with an easy to attach clip-on feature. The camera lens is also attached to a rotating component that can go around 90-degrees, giving users a very adjustable camera lens. It is quite a versatile piece of tech made with simple design in mind. The entire unit is just 4.5x2.9x1.6 inches in size but it is already fitted with other features, such as motion detection and a night vision mode. The videos and images captured with this camera are quite good for a 1080P Ultra HD Capture. In addition to the good camera quality, the device relies on a 1100mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery that can last for 6 hours. Charging the battery only takes a few hours and can be done while you check files directly through a computer. Connecting the device is easy since it has a USB port that is used to connect to a PC through a standard USB cable. Files can be accessed as you would a flash drive. Another way to get the files is by removing the memory card. This body camera does not have built-in memory and needs a microSD card to store video, audio, and image files.

The Boblov Security Body Camera has a complex design but is actually one of the easiest to operate. The side of the unit is set with three simple buttons that provide an easy one-press function. There is a One Key Record Video button, One Key Record Audio Button, and One Key Photograph button, which allows users to just press a button to either record video, audio, or capture images respectively. This simple interface is paired with an LCD screen at the back of the camera body, which is fitted with a few other buttons used to toggle other features of the device. 

The entire body camera is set in a durable exterior case which is IP67 waterproof and drop-resistant. The camera lens is placed in the front, along with a set of infrared lights and motion detectors. The back is supported by a simple clip that is used to easily attach the device to a belt or band.

When fully charged, the camera can continuously record for up to 9 hours. Recharging the two 1950mAH batteries requires 32 hours of charging time. When just recording audio, the device can last up to 10 hours. If put on standby mode, it can also last a few hours longer. The camera records videos at 1296P resolution and captures 3300P images on a 170-degree wide-angle view. Overall, the camera functions very well whether you need to record videos or capture images.