Action Camera Mounts and Accessories

Mount standard and camera model come first

Most action cameras attach with a folding two- or three-prong mount in the GoPro style, so a clamp, pad or head strap with that interface fits a wide range of cameras. Some cameras instead use a 1/4-inch tripod thread on the base or an adapter frame, and a slim body may need a model-specific cage. Check which attachment your camera has, then choose the surface: curved adhesive pads for helmets, flat pads for flat surfaces, clamps for bars and poles, and a head strap for hands-free use.

Batteries, covers and filters tied to one camera

Anything that touches the camera body is usually model-specific. A battery or an all-weather charging cover made for one camera will not seal or fit another, so match the exact model name in the title. Lens caps and filters are sized by thread: a 58 mm filter needs a lens with 58 mm threads or a step ring. Memory card readers should match the card type, microSD or full-size SD. Body-camera kits list the holder and mount together, so read what is in the box.

Questions about Action Camera Mounts and Accessories

Will a mount made for one action camera fit another?

Often, if both cameras use the same folding prong interface. Cameras with a different base, a slimmer body or a screw thread need an adapter or a model-specific mount, so check the attachment type in the listing before choosing.

What does the filter size in millimetres mean?

It is the diameter of the thread on the lens front. A 58 mm filter screws onto a lens with 58 mm threads, and a step ring adapts it to a lens with a different thread size.

Which mount suits a helmet or a handlebar?

A helmet usually takes a curved adhesive pad, pressed onto clean, dry plastic and left to set before use. A handlebar or pole takes a clamp. A flat pad suits flat surfaces such as a bike frame or a car dashboard.