GoPro has not stopped growing in recent times and with the recent launch of the new sports camera model hero 8 black reaches the top. In this case, the new camera adds new accessories and a lot of options for the user to get the most out of this type of action camera.
When we talk about GoPro cameras, we all know what we are talking about: small, shock-resistant, water-resistant cameras with plenty of accessories to place it in the most unexpected places and obtain a truly spectacular viewing angle of the activity.
Mainly for athletes, but the "vloggers" are also taking them
It is becoming more and more common to see people who are recording themselves with this type of action cameras on the street, in the mountains or anywhere. The truth is that the versatility offered by these GoPro are worthy of admiration and above all thanks to the good autonomy of the batteries and its small size that means that you can store it anywhere.
Obviously the camera is for personal use and everyone can use it for whatever they want, but the place where these cameras really move well is in sports, in all kinds of sports from the most extreme to running. You just have to watch the video made by the firm itself to promote this GoPro so that we want to do one of these activities:
This is the new hero 8 black
It has everything to succeed and this new GoPro offers the possibility of capturing everything we do from any angle and with spectacular image quality. Without a doubt there is not much we can say about this type of action cameras that you do not know, so we will highlight the main improvements that have been made in this new model. Starting with the video stabilizer called HyperSmooth 2.0, which dramatically improves HyperSmooth 1.0 technology.
This new stabilizer works with all resolutions and frame rates, includes a new Boost mode and allows you to use the alignment with the horizon in the application. What's more TimeWarp 2.0 automatically adjusts the frame rate and allows you to control the speed progression by touch.
HERO8 Black features four digital lenses for easy field of view selection, enhanced audio with advanced wind noise suppression, customizable preset modes, and a lighter, frameless design with folding mounting adapters.
These are some of the main specifications:
- Digital lenses: switch between Narrow, Linear, Wide, and SuperView.
- Capture presets: customize up to 10 presets or use the default video settings for Standard, Activity, Cinematic and Slow Motion shots for quick access to settings
- On-screen shortcuts: personalize your screen with the shortcuts to the functions you use the most.
- LiveBurst: record 1,5 seconds before and after the shot and choose the best framing for the perfect 12 MP photo or get an amazing video to share.
- Super Photo with Enhanced HDR: Capture stunning 12MP photos with Enhanced HDR, on the go or not, with less blur and great detail even in low-light areas.
- Professional-quality 4K60 and 1080p240 videos - Impressive video resolution thanks to professional bit rate options of up to 100 Mbps and 8x slow motion video in 1080p240 with ultra-high frame rate.
- RAW in all Photo modes: RAW mode offers the most flexibility, and you can now use it in sequences and bursts of photos.
- Night Time Lapse Video: Record stunning night time time lapse videos in 4K, 2,7K in 4: 3, 1440p or 1080p, all processed in-camera.
- Live Streaming in 1080p: Enjoy HyperSmooth stabilization while streaming using the GoPro app and save the content to your SD card to check out later.
- Voice control: do it all hands-free with 14 voice commands in 15 languages and dialects, like "GoPro, take a picture."
- Advanced wind noise reduction: Enjoy crisper and clearer quality audio, thanks to the new front microphone placement and improved algorithms, which actively filter out wind noise.
- Resistant and submersible: up to 10 m with housing.
- GPS Compatible: Indicate speed, distance, and elevation, then highlight them by adding tags to videos in the GoPro app.
The video of the new Max is not short either
Yes it is another camera. The Max is a dual lens GoPro camera so we can say that we have three cameras in one. The new Max camera has basically the same qualities as a HERO single lens with its water resistance, stability and also offers the option of Dual lens 360 ° camera recording. This Max could easily be a next-generation video blogging camera thanks to the built-in selfie screen and enhanced audio to offer a much better experience for users.
These are some of the main specifications of the Max:
- In-Camera Horizon Alignment: In HERO mode, revolutionary horizon alignment gives you that fluid cinematic look.
- Max TimeWarp - Alters the passage of time in 360 ° and HERO modes. In HERO mode, TimeWarp automatically adjusts speed based on motion, scene detection, and lighting, and lets you slow down the image in real time with just one touch.
- Digital lenses: 4 digital lenses make it easy to select the field of view and include the ultra-wraparound Max SuperView option.
- Max SuperView - Our widest, most immersive field of view to date can also be applied with digital lenses.
- PowerPano: panoramic photos without moving the camera. Take incredible 270 ° photos without distortion and without having to move the camera along the horizon. Perfect for capturing action shots and epic selfies.
- Superior image quality: 360 ° video at 5,6K30; HERO video at 1440p60 and 1080p60; 5,5 MP HERO photos and 6,2 MP PowerPano photos.
- Advanced 360 ° and Stereo Audio: All six microphones capture realistic 360 ° audio and deliver the best stereo sound ever offered by a GoPro.
- Directional Audio: Directional audio in HERO mode lets you prioritize sound from either side of the camera, regardless of the lens you're using. It is perfect for videoblogging.
- In-Camera Image Merge - Download and edit 360 ° content in the GoPro app.
- GoPro App Redefinition and App: Use the app's new keyframe-based workflow to easily turn your 360 ° content into traditional photos and videos that you can play, edit or share.
- 1080p Live Stream: Record in HERO mode and share live with HyperSmooth stabilization.
- Resistant and submersible: up to 5 m without housing.
Availability and price
The new HERO8 is available for pre-order on the GoPro.com website starting today. Shipments will begin to process on October 15. HERO8 will be available at select retailers around the world from October 20 and its price is € 429,99.
The new MAX is also available for pre-order today and shipments will begin to process on October 24. The MAX camera will be available in Select retailers worldwide on October 24 and October 25 in the US for a price of € 529,99.
On the other hand, the accessories will be available to reserve on the official GoPro website from next December and prices vary according to the same. The multimedia accessory will cost € 79,99, the display accessory will also cost € 79,99 and the LED spotlight accessory will be priced at € 49,99.