GoPro video quality.
HERO captures the same immersive footage thats made GoPro one of the best-selling
cameras in the world. With gorgeous 1080p30 and 720p60 video, and user-friendly modes
like QuikCapture, SuperView and Auto Low Light, its easier than ever to get the shot
and achieve professional-quality results every time.
Diverse photo capture.
A variety of photo capture options gives you the power to document your passions
any way you want. Shoot 5MP still photos to share with friends on Facebook, Instagram
and more. Time Lapse mode automatically captures a photo every half-second. Its great
for gear-mounted shots when the shutter button is out of reach, or capturing a series of
photos so you can pick the best ones. Burst mode shoots up to 5 photos in one secondperfect
for fast-action sequences.
Rugged, waterproof, all-in-one design.
The HERO camera is built directly into a rugged housing1 thats waterproof
to 131 (40m). Its designed to withstand dirt, sand, water and nearly anything
else you can throw at it. So whether youre getting after surf, snow or singletrackor
just splashing in the pool with your friendsyou can take it with you without a worry.
Small + lightweight.
Weighing just 3.9 ounces, HERO is super small, ultra portable and perfect for
low-profile mounting. Its compact design means you can comfortably wear it or mount
it to your gear as you capture your favorite activities, or slip it in your pocket or bag to take anywhere.
QuikCapture convenience.
Be ready to capture the moment at a moments notice with new QuikCapture mode.
It turns your GoPro into a one-button camera, allowing you to power on and start
recording automatically with the press of a single button. Press once to record video,
press and hold for two seconds to capture Time Lapse photos. Never worry again about missing an epic shot.
Worlds most immersive video.
HERO features SuperView, a GoPro-exclusive video mode that captures the
worlds most immersive wide-angle perspective. It allows you to capture
more of yourself and your surroundings in the shotresulting in captivating,
ultra engaging footage of every adventure.
Auto Low Light mode.
Let the camera do the thinking for you. Auto Low Light mode intelligently changes
frame rates based on lighting conditions for optimal low-light performance, enabling
you to move between bright and dark environments without having to adjust your camera settings.
Ultra wide-angle glass lens.
HEROs ultra wide-angle glass lens enables the extra immersive perspective GoPro is
famous for. Its great close-range selfies and gear-mounted shotsdelivering a unique
perspective and engaging footage of you and your world.
Built-in microphone.
Capture audio of all your adventuresfrom hoots and hi5s to roaring crowds and
crashing waves. The included Skeleton Backdoor enables enhanced audio during
low-speed activities in dry, dirt-free environments.
GoPro Studio software.
Download free GoPro Studio software, and do more with your GoPro footage than ever
before. Easily import your content, and create engaging GoPro-style videos to share with the world.
TECH SPECS
Weight
Camera with integrated housing: 111g (3.9oz)
Video Mode
| Video Resolution | Frames per Second (fps) NTSC/PAL | Field of View (FOV) | Screen Resolution |
|---|
| 1080p | 30, 25 | Ultra Wide | 1920 x 1080 |
| 720p SuperView | 60, 50 | Ultra Wide | 1280 x 720 |
| 720p | 60, 50 | Ultra Wide | 1280 x 720 |
Video Format
H.264 codec, .mp4 file
Advanced Video Capture Settings
Spot Meter
Spot Meter is ideal for filming within a dark space with the camera pointed towards a brighter setting (such as filming the outdoors from within a car).
SuperView
SuperView video mode captures the world's most immersive wide-angle perspective. It allows you to capture more of yourself and your surroundings in the shot, and it provides full widescreen playback.
QuikCapture
With the press of a button, the camera automatically turns on and begins recording video or capturing Time Lapse photos.
Photo Mode
Photo Resolution
5MP, Wide FOV, 2592 x 1944 screen resolution
Burst Photo
Capture 10 photos in 2 seconds (5 fps).
10 photos/2 seconds (5 fps)
Time Lapse
Automatically capture a series of photos at 0.5-second intervals.
Advanced Photo Capture Settings
Spot Meter
Spot Meter is ideal for filming within a dark space with the camera pointed towards a brighter setting (such as filming the outdoors from within a car).
QuikCapture
With the press of a button, the camera automatically turns on and begins recording video or capturing Time Lapse photos.
Image Quality + Optics
- Ultra sharp image quality with glass lens
- Fixed f/2.8 aperture
- Ultra wide-angle field of view
Battery + Charging
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Rated at 1180mAH, 3.8V, 4484mWh
- Integrated with camera
Battery Life
The chart below indicates the approximate continuous recording time (hr:min) you can expect when shooting in various video modes using a fully charged battery.1
| Video Mode | Estimated Time |
| 1080p 30fps | 2:45 |
| 720p 60fps | 2:30 |
| 720p SuperView 60fps | 2:30 |
1 Based on GoPro engineering testing. Actual performance may vary based on settings, environmental conditions and other factors. Maximum battery capacity will normally decrease with time and use.
Audio
- Internal Microphone:
- Format: AAC compression, AGC
Ports
Mini USB
- Charging
- Connecting to a computer for playback/file transfer/charging
microSD
Storage
- microSD memory card with a Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required. See list of recommended microSD cards
- Up to 32GB capacity supported
- Record times vary with resolutions and frame rates
Photo + Video Playback
TV:
If the TV supports USB playback, insert the SD card into a card reader and connect the reader to the TV using a USB adapter (sold separately).
Note:
Some TVs do not support the USB playback option for all files.
Computer
Connect via mini USB to USB cable (included), or copy files from the microSD card to your computer.
Minimum system requirements for best playback on Mac® and Windows® computers
- Mac OS® X 10.8 and later / Microsoft Windows 7, 8.x
- Intel® Core 2 Duo or Intel® Dual Core
- Mac: 2GB RAM (4GB recommended) / Windows: 4GB
- Mac: Graphics card included with Intel® Dual Core Macs or better / Windows®: Graphics card that supports OpenGL1.2 or later
- 5400 RPM internal hard drive (7200 RPM drive or SSD recommended)
