India, March 4 -- Action cameras are those devices that most people don't really need, but you wish you had one when you're on vacation. The rugged, use-anywhere nature of action cameras are what make them so versatile. The action camera market used to be dominated by just one name - GoPro - but not anymore. Today, you can find many good options from other reputed brands too, many of which offer unique features that even GoPro doesn't. Before we get into all the best options you should consider in 2025, let's answer some basic questions you may have if you're just discovering this camera segment.

The purpose of an action camera is simple - be small and rugged enough to be mounted anywhere and record high quality video. You've probably al...