Win EKEN H9 or MGCOOL Explorer
Time for another Giveaway: You can win EKEN H9 or MGCOOL Explorer action camera, the one you like better. I did a video comparison & review of both cameras. All you need to do is:
- Subscribe to my Youtube Channel
- Comment below the video (in YouTube) which cam you want to have
I’ll randomly pick a winner who will get a BRAND-NEW camera of the model he or she wants!
EKEN H9 vs MGCOOL Explorer Specs
Here’s a comparison of both camera’s specs:
| EKEN H9/H9R | MGCOOL Explorer | MGCOOL Explorer Pro | MGCOOL Explorer 1S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | |  | |
| Sensor | 4 MP Omnivision OV4689 | 8 MP Sony IMX 179 | 8 MP Sony IMX 179 | 12 MP Sony IMX 078 |
| Processor | Sunplus 6350 | Allwinner V3 | Allwinner V3 | NT96660 |
| FOV | 170° | 70°,110°,140°,170° | 170° (less distortion) | 70°,110°,140°,170° |
| 4K Resolution | 25 fps (interpolated) | 15 fps (interpolated) | 30 fps (interpolated) | 24 fps (interpolated) |
| 2K Resolution | 30 fps | 30 fps | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| HD 1080p | max. 60fps | max. 60fps | max. 60fps | max. 60fps |
| HD 720p | max. 120fps | max. 120fps | max. 120fps | max. 120fps |
| Display | 2" TFT (320*240) | 2" TFT (320*240) | 2" TFT (320*240) | 2" TFT (320*240) |
| Battery | 1050mAh | 1050mAh | 1050mAh | 1050mAh |
| Wifi | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Image Stabilization | no | no | no | no |
| Remote | only H9R | no | no | no |
| Ports | microUSB, micro HDMI | microUSB, micro HDMI | microUSB, micro HDMI | microUSB, micro HDMI |
| A/V out via USB | no | no | no | no |
| Mic in via USB | no | no | no | no |
| Dimension | 59 x 41x 24mm | 59 x 41 x 29mm | 59 x 41 x 29mm | 59 x 41x 29mm |
| Mounts & Case | included | included | included | included |
| Price | 35.19 USD Coupon: c7b421 | 36.99 USD | 38.99 USD | 58.99 USD |
Most of the specs are the same. There is a difference in Sensor and Chip. While MGCOOL Explorer uses an 8MP Sony Sensor and an Allwinner V3 chip, EKEN H9 uses a 4MP Omnivision Sensor and a Sunplus Processor.
Feature Comparison
There are also some differences in features both cameras offer:
Time-Lapse
In contrast to EKEN H9, MGCOOL Explorer has a few more options: It offers video time-lapse. In that mode a video file is created out of your time-lapse. While photo-timelapse only creates individual pictures you have to combine on your computer. Photo-timelapse is available on both cams.
FOV (field of view)
MGCOOL Explorer also offers FOV selection where you can select wide, middle and narrow.
Burst Mode
While EKEN H9 offers 3 pics per second in burst mode, Explorer offers 10 pics/sec.
White Balance
Explorer also allows manual white balance control.
Accessories
On the other side EKEN H9 offers a bit more accessories. Several screws and adaptors are included, as well as a wall charger.
Photo Comparison
Here are two photos taken at the same time. I uploaded them in full sensor resolution without editing. When you click them you can access the photos who they came straight out of the cameras:
EKEN H9 Photo (unedited)
MGCOOL Explorer Photo (unedited)
Giveaway info
Everyone is applicable to win, after subscribing to my YouTube channel. Winner will be randomly picked from one of the comments below the video. The Winner can choose which camera he/she wants and will get a brand new model. Shipping is on me, customs and duties upon receipt by winner (if applicable – depending on where you live). Youtube, Facebook,… are not participating in this giveaway and therefore not responsible or liable.
No cash disbursement and/or a replacement of the prizes is possible, recourse to the courts is not permitted.
