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In this blogpost I want to sum up all  YI 4K Action Camera Accessories. And since YI 4K+ and YI Lite share the same body, they are also good for them. This article is constantly updated with new products, price comparisons & links to reviews. This post is about original accessories from YI Technology or 3rd party accessories, designed especially for YI 4K Action Camera (and YI 4K+ / YI Lite).

 

YI 4K Action Camera Accessories

Underwater Case

YI 4K Action Camera Accessories - Underwater Case

YI 4K Action Camera Accessories – Underwater Case

 

The new Underwater case for YI 4K Action Camera is 40m waterproof and IP68 waterproof grade. German Schott glass is used in the Waterproof Case’S lens, 98.5% on light transmittance delivers high definition images above and below water. A GoPro mount – 1/4″ tripod mount adapter comes with the case, so you can use it with almost all GoPro mounts and standard tripod mounts.

 

Original Underwater Case:




 

3rd Party Case




 

Touchscreen Underwater Case

YI 4K Action Camera - Touch Underwater Case

YI 4K Action Camera – Touch Underwater Case

 

The first 3rd party cases with touch feature are available. An original case will follow, but there are currently no infos available.

Retailer / Prices:

Original Touch Underwater Case:

  • Banggood: n/a
  • Gearbest: n/a
  • Geekbuying: n/a
  • Aliexpress: n/a
  • Amazon US: n/a

3rd Party Case




 

YI Handheld Gimbal

YI Handheld Gimbal

YI Handheld Gimbal

 

YI introduced its YI Handheld gimbal which is compatible with YI 4K Action Camera as well as YI Action Camera. Image stabilization is not available in 4k for most cameras, as it is an electronic stabilization which requires sensor space, but in 4K all of that is used. Anyway the results of a gimbal are better than electronic image stabilization anyway. The bottom features a standard 1/4″ tripod thread, so you can attach it to the monopod to use it handheld.

YI Handheld Gimbal Review

Price / Retailer

 

Leather Case & UV Filter

YI 4K Action Camera Accessories: Leather Case & UV Filter

YI 4K Action Camera – Leather Case & UV Filter

 

New YI 4K Action Camera accessories are the leather cases. They are available in black and white and made out of selected European PU leather for protection of the camera. They come with an UV Filter for protection of the lens. The ultra thin UV lens frame processed by seamless aluminum alloy material prevents glare for optimal viewing.

Original YI leather case:




 

Battery & Charger

yi-action-camera-2-charger

 

I haven’t seen an official offer so far, just 3rd party products currently available:

Retailer / Price:

Original

  • Banggood: n/a
  • Gearbest: n/a
  • Geekbuying: 17.99 USD (battery only)
  • Aliexpress: n/a
  • Amazon (official store):



 

Battery & Charger

yi-action-camera-2-charger
3rd Party




 

Plastic Frame (3rd Party)

YI 4K Action Camera - Plastic Frame

YI 4K Action Camera – Plastic Frame

 

I try to avoid the underwater case if not necessary and therefore like the frame as it provides GoPro Mount. Better would be an aluminum frame, which I have for my YI Action Camera, as it provides more protection. Hope this item will also be available soon!

Retailer / Price:

Plastic Frame 3rd Party




 

Aluminum Case (3rd Party)

YI 4K Action Camera - Aluminum Case

YI 4K Action Camera – Aluminum Case

 

Even better than a plastic frame, is an aluminum frame or case. It is very durable and has a strong protection for the camera. I always use it when I d0n’t have the camera in my underwater case.

Retailer / Price:

Aluminum Case 3rd Party




 

Silicone Case (3rd Party)

YI 4K Action Camera - Silicone Case

YI 4K Action Camera – Silicone Case

 

Similar as offered for YI Action Camera 1, there is also a 3rd party YI 4K Action Camera silicone case. I try to avoid the underwater case if it is not necessary and like the silicone case which gives a a bit of protection for the camera.

Retailer / Price:

Silicone Case 3rd Party




 

Screen Protection Film

YI 4K Action Camera - Screen Protection Film

YI 4K Action Camera – Screen Protection Film

 

Since YI 4K Action Camera comes with a beautiful are touch display, you might want to protect it. Telesin offers a protection film which can be placed over the screen to protect it from scratches in rough conditions.

Retailer / Price:

Screen Protector 3rd Party

  • Banggood: n/a
  • Gearbest: n/a
  • Geekbuying: n/a
  • Aliexpress: 3.28 USD (3 pcs)
  • Amazon:



 

YI 4K Action Camera Accessories Set

YI 4K Action Camera Accessories Set

YI 4K Action Camera Accessories Set

 

Recently also a lot of sets were released. If you are getting started, and the this is you first Action Camera, this might be a good idea, to get the basic mounts set.
If you already have lots of gear, you might want to add only specific equipment.

Retailer / Prices:




 

Original YI Technology Mounts

Floating Grip

Xiaomi Yi Floating Grip

Xiaomi Yi Floating Grip

As the picture of the underwater case shows, there might be a new floating grip, actually I like this one a lot, which will also work with Yi 2 due to the GoPro mount.

Retailer / Price:

Original Yi Grip




3rd party products

 

Handlebar Mount

Original Yi camera handlebar mount

Original Yi camera handlebar mount

You’ve probably seen one of my comparison videos which I usually record on my bike. I also like aluminum accessories as they last longer than their plastic counterparts. I was surprised that the original YI handlebar mount has a 360° rotate-able head, the aluminum 3rd party products don’t have that feature, so that’s a big plus for the original YI accessory.

Retailer / Price:

Original Yi Handlebar Mount

  • Banggood: n/a
  • Gearbest: n/a
  • Geekbuying: n/a
  • Aliexpress: 25.99 USD (official YI store)
  • Amazon (official YI store):



3rd party products

 

Hand Mount

Yi camera hand mount

Yi camera hand mount

I like the hand mount a lot as you place the camera on your wrist and still have your hands free. I use it while swimming or riding a motorcycle. The original Yi hand mount is made from neoprene, so you can use it in the water. The mount can turn 360°, if you buy a third party product, make sure it has the function as well, as mounting is way easier. You can also turn the camera to film your face.

Retailer / Price:

Original Yi Hand Mount

  • Banggood: n/a
  • Gearbest: n/a
  • Geekbuying: 14.69 USD
  • Aliexpress: n/a
  • Amazon US: 10.99 USD (official YI store)
  • Amazon DE: coming soon!

3rd party products

 

Remote Control & Monopod

Yi 4K - Monopod & Remote Control

YI 4K Action Camera – Monopod & Remote Control

It seems that the existing monopod and remote control are also shipped with YI 4K Action Camera in a traveller pack. Still, an upgraded remote with more features would be nice.

read more: Remote & Monopod Review (incl. video)

Retailer / Price:

Remote Control

Remote Control & Monopod

 

Chest Strap

Yi camera chest strap

Yi camera chest strap

The chest strap is a great tool to achieve great first person shots, it is not as shaky as the hand mount. The original Yi chest strap is made of neoprene and therefore suitable for watersports usage. There are many 3rd party products available, I personally like the straps from neopine. I also used Chest Strap and Hand mount in my Motorcycle Mount Tutorial.

Retailer / Price:

Original Yi Chest Strap

3rd party products

 

Head Strap

Yi camera head mount

Yi camera head mount

Also great for first person POV the head mount. Also for the head strap there are 3rd party accessories available. If you want to underline you are using a YI camera, the original mount gives you the opportunity as the straps are covered in YI logos.

Retailer / Price:

Original Yi Case

  • Banggood: n/a
  • Gearbest: 13.63 USD
  • Geekbuying: n/a
  • Aliexpress: 15.99 USD (official YI store)
  • Amazon US: 9.99 USD (official YI store)
  • Amazon DE: coming soon!

3rd party products

 

 

Gimbals

I’m currently trying to find out which gimbals work with YI 4K Action Camera. I tested the Zhiyun Z1-Evolution, which works perfectly and the Z1-Rider2, which will work with the camera, but similar to the YI 1, doesn’t really fit, as the camera is too high.

YI 4K Action Camera 2 & Zhiyun Z1-Evolution Gimbal

YI 4K Action Camera 2 & Zhiyun Z1-Evolution Gimbal

 

 Here’s my Action Camera Gimbal Overview

 

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