Let's REALLY TEST the HERO 8 BLACK // GoPro will not be happy
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2024
- The GoPro Hero 8 Black is officially here and I'm putting it to the test. Plus I'm pitting it against the Hero 7 Black and a dark horse you probably weren't expecting. Check it out and let me know what you think in the comments below!
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what firmware on the 7
went for the seven cuz of the lens
If you've got a 7, not worth upgrading to the 8, if you don't have a 7, get the 8.
Pretty much, I was rocking the 4 until now. Happy with the 8 so far.
Cakes Maker
_does the hero 8 overheating like the hero 7?_
@@alainav4537 The only test I've done so far is to drain the battery while filming. Which was done in my living room so no outside temp influence. It does get hot, somewhat hot to the touch but that may actually benefit me. I typically use my GoPro for scuba diving or skiing, both conditions are quite cold so perhaps the fact the camera runs hot, it'll stay functional longer due to the temp balance with the outside temp I'm in? Can't say for certain until my ski trip at the end of the year, if I remember I'll update this note.
Cakes Maker
_appreciate your reply, because in a tropical weather probably that camera could be comparable with a BBQ_
@@alainav4537 yeah I would assume using it all day during a hike would make it very hot, I also assume that the camera just runs hot though...I'll be buying the plus membership before I go on my ski trip, that's for sure lol.
Just swapped from hero 3 to hero 8 the difference is unreal.
same here
@@davidhauptfeld2000 hypersmooth 2.0 on boost is insane
i swapped from hero 1 to hero 8 And the difference is Unreal 🤤🤤
@@Gabriel-jg5wh wow that is crazy and the original hero in good condition is selling for more than double the price of a hero 8 black.
thanks :)
Still using the hero4, can’t afford to keep up with these things every year 😭
Chris. S
yea, was so happy when i bought the 7 black during Jan and right now i saw this video on 8
now kinda disappointed.. not gonna upgrade anymore
Chris. S same bruh
M E 2
GamingSpace GS nah just going to stick with the 4
Same
Audio: The 7 sounded better when there was no wind noise. The 8 was a tiny bit muffled sounding. Maybe the 7 just needs a small dead cat.
Agree
Absolutely.. actually most of the test was a toss up to my eye between 7 and the 8 but the audio quality was annoying on the 8.
I own a GoPro hero 5 session for my ATV riding and I been thinking of getting an upgrade and honestly I may get a hero 7 black, save a few $. But I love how small the session is so small and light.. I may wait a little while see if they bring out a new Session series with HyperSmooth cuz if so I’ll just get that if not I’ll get hero 7 black.
@@Honeypot-x9syhe i wouldaby wait for a sessoin lighter and more convenient
and 7 looks faster. am i right?
Yeah, sound also louder by I guess 3db than the 8, with better treble. That 8 has something stuffed over the mic to make it so wind resistant and negatively affects audio quality in other aspects.
The Hero4 with the gimbal looks great with all that motion blur!
Tailor & Wayne agree but you could get that with an ND filter with the other anyway.
@@vernnorrgard2196 mixing digital stabilisation with slow shutter speeds is a recipe for disaster
Tailor & Wayne ahhh, yeah, good point, I didn't think of that.
You could run the 7 or 8 on stabiliser off put it on a gimbal have it on 30fps or 25fps should get the motion blur effect pretty sure our eyes only see 30fps that’s why if you wave your hand in front of your face you get motion blur lol
@@DirtBikesAustraliaa I'm usually using mine mounted to my motorbike helmet or the back of my bike so the gimble is a less viable option. I usually end up compromising on the shutter speed instead and going for around 1/96 instead of 48, then I can still use the Hypersmooth without too much weirdness :-)
Well, the wind noise cancellation is great on the Hero 8, but it sounds a bit muffled tbh. The sound on the Hero 7 is may more crisp and true to life. I think people underestimate the importance of sound for an immersive experience, especially with POV footage. So even with a bit of windnoise here and there, I'd still prefer the audio of the Hero 7. Picture quality is definitely superior on the Hero 8. Stabilization is pretty much the same, but it works in a wider array of settings with the Hero 8. If you're a professional content creator, you probably wanna upgrade. If you're just the average Joe like me and you already own a Hero 7, I wouldn't bother.
Agreed with everything you said, especially the audio.
But, could you honestly tell the difference in audio if it wasn't back to back?
Agree. The frame grab comparisons can be misleading, because these are not the differences in detail you will see on UA-cam when each video frame changes. I think these differences mostly disappear when "moving" footage is compressed by UA-cam so differences between 100 mb/s and 78 mb/s will be hard to differentiate. I don't think I could pick out the Hero 8 footage footage in a blind test on UA-cam.
What are your thoughts on the media mod that is coming out? Will the shotgun mic be any good for MTB? It has an AUX input on , so there is scope of adding a 3rd party mic.
I'll stick with my 7 black, no point to change it for 8.
I cant wait for the hero 10
I cant wait for the hero 11!
Can’t wait for Hero 99
Can't wait for the gopro hero black 1000maxS
Can’t wait for the Hero 8s
PART 2 IS LIVE! ua-cam.com/video/JVdGpjaDkao/v-deo.html Hero 8 on a gimbal? FOV? Hypersmooth 2.0 BOOST? Chest mount? We cover everything you asked for in this second vid. The results surprised even me. I just may have found the perfect Hero 8 setup to replace my tried and true 4+gimbal kit...
Came to the comments to ask about the 8 in the gimbal. You the real MVP
Would you buy a gopro hero 7 for 255€ or just go to the new hero 8? i had a gopro hero 5 but it broke and right now idk which one to choose xD
Its good but not a big upgrade from hero 7 black.
I have a 3 and 7 and I can't edit my videos on quik what do you use
Desame?
Aghhh not being able to replace the lens at home definitely gives me some heart burn. Right now I feel like i like the sound in the 7 better, but the 8s picture takes the cake. Great comparisons Ryan!
But do you even make videos anymore? 😜
Huntstyle no but I’m still good at breaking stuff!
@@OutdoorGold there's your next video idea! How to Break Stuff!
Yeah that's a reall big downer for that reason along I'm sticking with the 7 (and I have no money) 😂
come on now.. that no wind noise is pretty big imo, and u can always turn up the volume on the vid, so that's not really a point for the 7 for me
That hero 4 with the gimbal is actually amazing. Incredible audio quality, and the motion blur really gives a sense of speed.
I paused the video in multiple spots and I definitely have to say the image clarity is better on the 8, and the colors pop out in a better way.
I was just so terrified the whole time you were riding the bike 😂
True lul
Just bought the hero 7 cos I felt that the hero 8 had too many things that could go wrong /break
As someone who shot primarily on GoPro's when getting started on UA-cam.. The Hero 7 Black has many problems with overheating and being in direct sunlight. My Hero 8 got here this week, I'll keep posted on outdoor performance, but so far it's been great! Many upgrades, like Slow-Motion in full stabilization. Audio and Video upgrades when the attachments come out in December as well, this is going to be good!
The Hero 4 footage looked the best to me, and I thought the audio was better as well. It is often said that in the GoPro development labs the Hero 4 is held up as the standard to which the newer cameras aspire. They may be right. And another thing where the Hero 4 shines is longevity. Mine is still going, and so is the H4 of everyone I know who kept theirs in use.
I just purchased my 7 and my deciding factor was the lens. But, that sound was awesome!
This is the review that I've been waiting for. I just got mine in the mail earlier this week and am anxious to mess around with it this weekend! Thanks for the video
Great comparison, and epic work on getting that dual mount set up on the chin mount!! One is heavy enough!!
I'm moving from Hero 5 to Hero 8, so yeah, i'm good with it. Big improvement from my perspective, may not be good enough for those that have Hero 7 currently.
how do you like the 8 vs the 5?
@@maitdavis9006 I like it so far, but haven't had much of a chance to use it much. I like the stabilization, but looking to use it more this spring/summer.
Alex Canada give us an Update ✌️😁
@@robertmendes4181 I love it, definitely a step up from the hero5. I have used it mostly for timelapse (night/day), some epic sunsets :) love it! I did buy the lens protector so I reduce the risk of it cracking and making it the camera useless :)
Yup! Upgrading my Hero 4. About time!
Thanks for posting. I'm going to stay with my Hero 7 . . . for now. Maybe when the Hero 9 comes out I'll have a change of heart.
I just got the 8 tonight. It was in sale for black Friday. This is my first GoPro. They had the 7 but I thought that I might as well get the 8. It also was a bundle with a stand, head strap, extra battery, and sd card. I'm happy with the 8
Btw, that mountain biking track looks so fun. Scary...but fun. I love mountain biking. Lol
As a reviewer of camera and audio gear (and owner of the Hero 7 black) ... Love the honesty brother. 👊
Just received my 7, which I chose over the 8 because lens replacement and the new features will never be noticeable in practice.
Bought my Hero 7 Black yesterday to do some dual sport riding. I picked it for the very same reason! That removable lens and case imo is huge.
@@Maoshung I mean you could buy a case from GoPro which has changeable lenses and it protects the camera in general
@@paulthedanger Thats just more expense! Just like in order to attach an external camera to the 8 u need the media adapter.
way cheaper too.. i picked up a nice condition black 7 for 230 canadian pesos.. vs a new 8 which is like 500 canadian before taxes.
@@paulthedanger often times in crashes you'll see the camera pop out of the case in which case you better hope the lens doesn't crack.
Totally Awesome Job ! Yet again!! For me it's all just perfect for having fun and reliving occasionally/sharing with friends and anyone else who loves seeing cool riding journey's!
When the DJI Osmo action came out that 100mb/s was what really jumped out as being better, now with it on the hero 8 I’m not disappointed, it makes a big difference
I'm so torn. I've got a Hero 4 with a gimbal right now, and I'll be honest- the "blur" on the 4 footage here looked more dramatic... but that clarity with the 8 looks soooo good!!!
**hero 9 comes out tomorrow**
**my wallet** 😄🔫 “nah brah”
The gopro 4 looked like something out of Return of the Jedi. I preferred that actually. I have a 7 Black but will not be breaking my neck to upgrade to an 8
Yeah I have had them all and the (2 & 4 ) were the best working Gopros to date. All the others freeze constantly..
I think the wind noise is good. Makes the video much more immersive. The 8's clarity is noticeably better. That "color graded" was sure nice. Don't know if it was reality or added saturation, though. Still super nice. Image stability was similar on all three. Not a fan of the motion blur on the 4. Thanks.
Nice ride, great vlog, hope gopro 8 is better because I allready have one, can't wait to testit.
I have the 8 and it has been really good with all the things I’ve put it through this past 3 months
Nice. Same here. It's proving to be a great action camera.
I just sent my hero 8 in. Failed after 2 months of simple blog use. I was extremely disappointed. I recommend the 7 black over the 8 black due to the major issues.
After watching the footage now I feel like it was me rushing down the mountain, and that I broke every my bone by bumping into every tree on the route :-D
I own the GoPro 7 black -- and I purchased the GoPro 8 -- I use both -- it all depends on your personal application -- I am using 4 different cameras -- each one is amazing -- in certain applications -- True
Solid review! Thanks for the tests
Thanks for making such a helpful video!!
I prefer the footage with the hero 4 on the Evo gimbal as it is more immersive (I use the same set up with a battery pack that lasts all day). That said, I agree that there are situations where a simpler/more weather resistant set up would win out (hero 7 or 8). I don't even have a hero 7, so for me, I think I would buy the hero 8, but if I already had a hero 7, it doesn't seem worth it to upgrade to a newer model just yet. I wish they would make another session size camera though. I love my Session 5 for mounting in tight spots.
GoPro Sales Team: We've had the 7 out too long, we have to release a new one soon for more sales!
GoPro Research & Development Team: We're almost done with the GoPro 8 and it includes a front facing screen!
GoPro Sales Team: No time for that, just forget about the front camera screen and we'll make that the GoPro 9.
-___________-
I had a Hero 3+ and wanted a 7 black because it was cheaper and still amazing compared to something 4 generations old, ended up find a smoking deal on the 8 and rather happy with it.
I decided to watch this video because of the gopro comparison. I was more amazed with your biking skills. 😁
Haha thanks man!
Need to test hypersmooth asap
Good stuff dude! Can’t wait till you test it more. I’m also curious when the media center thing with the external mic is released later this year if that’s going really push this thing over from the gopro 7 sound.
Hmm. On the fence. But that's because I'm already sitting on 2 GP7's, a 3+, 2x gimbals, have a Skydio 2 drone on order, just bought DR Studio, upgraded my PC, etc., etc. I feel like the GP8 is (purposely) a ...."vloggers" camera. The accessories for the mic and light and selfie view screen are indicative of that. That's not a bad thing. It's going to be a great B-roll camera by being able to jump between all the different presets. Although that might lead to more "cliche" shots among the masses (like filters and LUTs do). Also not a bad thing, really--people will be able to capture more and take them out of regular point-and-shoot mode, encouraging people to think more about their storyboards and shot options. 👍
The clincher for MTB POV I think would be (for me) the detail and audio. It's all about the expedited workflow from the creator standpoint, and watch-ability from the viewer standpoint. I will take a camera with a "flatter" audio but NO wind noise any day! 😁
Were you using the Hyper 2.0 with Boost setting? It crops the frame more, but again, i'll take a more stable pic with a bit of crop...over some unusable shaky footage because my gimbal failed or because I forgot the stupid cover thing that wrecks my thumb when i try to open it (anybody else?!?). 😢
All that being said, still want want one, lol. The other half doesn't care for the gimbal, and has been wearing the 7 in chesty mode anyways, may as well use the GP8 and not have to worry about a windslayer. Also, I have been using the MotoRadds (not getting paid!) helmet chin mount and it works fantastic. I skipped the zip tie/GP mount phase and went to this. It's the kind Alex and Seth had in Whistler. ✌😎👍. Cheers!
Damn it Ryan! I’ve got the exact same chin setup waiting for my hero 8 to arrive so I can do the exact same comparison 🤦♂️.
I reckon hero 8 with some wind mufflers and manual stereo audio will be the hot ticket. From other comparisons without noise cancellation kicking in it sounds far superior.
It's alright ben, I'll watch yours too 😉
😬 well you know I’ll be watching yours too! You’re right about the audio - with that front mic, I’m going to put a stick-on dead cat thingy and just pull that track in post. I think it’ll be the ticket.
Im going keep my Hero7 Black and wait for hero9 Black
Perfect move...same here. Really think 8 is just a rebadged 7 with upgraded firmware.
But if you sell your 7 now you'll get more money for it, which could be used towards the 8. Well, that's what I'm thinking of doing anyway.
@Nature pets and the 10 will be better than the 9....this cycle never ends. This logic makes no sense.
@@AgustinMolini Yeah but the longer u wait till u buy a new go pro the better as u extend the time using each one obviously meaning you spend less money
Were they both in the same hypersmooth mode? Looked similar.
Would be interesting to compare audio when the 7 has the foam cover thing on to the naked 8.
Both naked the 8 sounds muffled, but I want to know if the 7 does too with the wind foam thing on.
Hope that makes sense.
The 4 had great motion blur. I have a 6 so possibly worth the upgrade. A wind slayer on the 7 could give better sound. Surely Sharpness only important for cinematic and blog footage. High speed sports need a little blur and less sharpening. If you Shot in flat for both 7 & 8 and colour graded. you probably wouldn’t see much difference apart from a little more stable.
No differences between both Hero, except some add on accessories (mic, light, selfie screen). Thanks for your honesty
I really felt like the 8 just looked the best. I have a 7 and I'm very happy with once I have a wind sock on it.
Good stuff Ryan - I'll be getting my first ride in on it tomorrow am. As much as I like the hero 4 x gimbal, I keep having more and more issues with the EVO SS. Especially a weird shake when it gets bumpy. I feel like just the lack of stress with the hero 8 might keep me on it. But yes, I do love that classic hero 4 combo.
The Outsider MTB I get a weird shake also
If it's still under warranty, send it back to EVO! I got that from mine, and they replaced one of the motors, I think, but now I have another issue with the motors where they seem to shut off after a jump or rock garden for a few seconds, then when they kick back in the camera is pointed too far up. I'm sending it back again! Ironically, I have an older one that I've beat to hell that still works fine, though it has some occasional high-pitched noises coming from the motors. I'm sure it's gonna give out at some point.
@@huntstyle I've had really back luck. I've sent multiple EVO SS's back at least 4 times in a year. Broke one from a crash but the rest were all motor issues. It's pretty constant for some reason. I'm lucky if I get a full ride with no issues. The first one I bought came broken even...
@@TheOutsiderMTB UGH, that's so frustrating! It seems like the quality control has gone down recently. I never had issues with the one I bought 2 years ago until after I had landed on it in a crash. Yet this new one I'm already sending back for a 2nd time, and I've barely used it. And others, like you, have said they've had a lot of issues, too.
@@huntstyle Yup - frustrating!
I prefer the Hero 8 by far. Thanks for this test drive. Finally a decent audio quality to be use in editing.
Great side by side comparison. For me there wasn’t much difference in the video quality until the color grade was used and then there was a substantial difference. I thought the audio quality was significantly better from the 8. I was incredibly impressed with the GoPro 4 and it made me appreciate my GoPro Hero Black 5. I was considering upgrading to the 8 but not sure I see enough of a difference to justify it
Great video! I’ve bought the 8 anyway but this confirmed it was the right choice. However I really didn’t enjoy the Hero 4 footage, give you a headache 🤕
I'm still happy using my Hero 4 Sessions
First, thanks for the awesome video... Second, I think what this comes down to is if you already own a GoPro or not. If you own a 5, 6 or 7, it makes almost zero sense to move to the 8. 5 or 6 owners should probably grab a 7 on clearance before they are gone to protect their accessory investment. If you're new, the 8 is the way forward - I just think GP mis-stepped this big by not having the "mods" ready to roll at launch. Still after watching, I'm not sure which way I'm leaning. I'm new to GP's, but the 8 has a few features missing that will be tough to cover without those mod packs.
Great comparison, Ryan! You should put the Hero 4 + gimbal side-by-side with the Hero 8 footage. I have no doubt... in general, the Hero 8 has better video quality, BUT with the EIS, you get those moments where everything becomes blurred. Obviously that doesn't happen when the stabilization is coming from the gimbal instead. And while the Hero 8's audio quality is definitely improved over the Hero 7, once you put the Hero 4 on at the end, you can tell that the Hero 8 is STILL not nearly the same audio quality as the Hero 4! The Hero 4 just sounded so much more clear & crisp.
The 100 MBit are my main selling point ... less artifacts = more enjoyable to work with.
Agreed!
.I ike your style.... avoiding hype"ing" yourself//image..& great bike handling....thanks
Will try mine very soon!
Honestly, the little flip feet that replaces the cage is my favourite. It's the little things that make all the difference. Nice video Ryan, cheers!
Agreed. I'm surprised GoPro ditch the cage sooner. I'm curious to see how the feet (and the attachment points) hold up over time. Do you think the GoPro will be more prone to damage without the extra layer (however minimal) of protection that the cage provides.
Same! If I end up using the 8 more frequently, I’ll probably buy a set of replacement feet to have on hand, just in case.
Seeing that, I was wondering if a mic could be plugged into the side to improve the muffled audio of the 8
Keith Rusk the media mod
Keith Rusk on go pro website
Still rocking with my hero 4!
I'm still able to capture some sick shots, not thinking on upgrade for the moment🤔
Also you didn't talk about the improved stabilization, or the "boost" stabilization. Thoughts?
I wondering the same thing. If that super boost was on it really didn't look any better. Right?
Regular Guy Mountain Biking It didn’t. But I have seen other action videos where boost did make a difference, the trade off being a more cropped image.
Watch this: ua-cam.com/video/h4FI89G5hU0/v-deo.html, he compares five cameras/modes and how good the Hypersmooth 2.0 BOOST is. It’s a really good video 👍😊
Even with the hardest shake, it’s barely even noticeable, it’s fucking insane.
He is using superview so that’s why it isn’t that stable
That ride looked so fun.
It seems to have been better with lower light. It picked up your voice better and way better wind noise reduction. I'm interested at how much the accessories improve the 8. I don't know if it's so much better that I have to run right out and get one.
I stream you on a 65” 4k hdr tv. The hero 8 black is stable enough imo to not use the 4 and gimbal combo. Mic audio was best on 8black. I would sell other two and buy a backup 8 black and just call it a day.
If you sell the two others, the 8 isn't your backup, it's your main and only. ;)
I got the insta360 ad while watching this video... 😂.. Some is trying to steer me away from a GoPro!
Haha the almighty algorithm knows best :D
i ended up getting a max lol
I think the audio has improved significantly compared to the 7...but the smooth option, especially after uploading to youtube that lowers the quality by itself, shows many defects especially in the dark parts, as if it were to recalculate the footage. I think the best option as you say, is still the good old hero4 on a Zhiyun or Evo gimbal..I will go on like this🤙 thanks for this video🤘😉
I don't have any GoPro but looking to get an 8, just to do quick POV and some hyper lapse stuff to add in as transitions to my videos. Plus it will be fun to strap one on my kids and see what they see.
Totally! They're great cameras for those sorts of things.
I still like the Hero 4 with gimbal the best.
Did anyone else think he was going to hop over the rail while he was on the bike
LOL that is exactly what I was waiting for. Glad he didnt try it.
yes! i I was wondering how the hell he was gonna jump over it and then he got off his bike XD
As a fellow mtb i understand how rough that trail was. The hero 7 really stands its ground with the hyper smooth 1.0. No gimbal needed. Upgrading to the 7 would probably be ideal if you dont wanna drop $400+ for almost the same camera
Nice test man. I just ordered an 8 today because of the $100 trade in and an AMEX $60 deal. That gave me an 8 with a spare battery for sub $300 and I like that! I'll be honest, that higher rate might look a little better but those crazy large file sizes are not worth dealing with for me. Heck, I only shoot in 2.7 to keep things manageable. I'd have to start to upgrade to much other stuff to even support that feature and file sizes. So to me is the 8 worth it over the 7....? Not at full price. It's got a few things but nothing crazy. I just got it because of the deal and to help upgrade more of my gear. Now I have 2 GoPro 7 cameras and an 8. Perfect for my group rides so I can share cameras. I totally need to watch your color grade video! Wow what a difference!
I'm curious with Phones having 3 lenses these days if the wide angle lens will work as a chesty mount. It would make a cool video!!
i got my Hero 8 in EV -0,5 else the sky is blowing out. On -1,0 its to dark imo.
Same here! Both cameras were set to -0.5 EV
Wow! I did not expect this! I commented on another video about the 4 silver. I was on the fence about the upgrade (it's on order). Watching this video, I was like, "oh. Nicer sound... finally", then "woah bitrate! And convenience...". THEN you showed the dialed 4 silver gimbal clip and BAM! I think its night and day how much better the 4 Silver with gimbal is...
Thanks for all you do!
Thanks! Just a heads up that I was using the Hero 4 Black. The silver doesn’t do 4K 24fps Superview, which is my favorite setting!
@@TheLoamRanger I am curious if you've tried the Hero8 in the gimbal? I currently use a gimbal (same as yours I think), but my gopro is on it's last legs, and am looking at getting an 8. I'd hate to get the 8 and find it doesn't mesh with the gimbal.
I'm just amazing by how smooth the footage is with no gimbal on both cameras, epic!
Pretty crazy how far things have come!
I like the audio on the 8 I have a 7 and when set on stereo the audio on the left track seems more quiet than the right
The 8 looks better but its such a minuscule difference...
That being said the 7 sounds MUCH better. Its much clearer and is 100% worth that extra tiny bit of wind. 8 is way too muffled
Exactly
My GoPro Hero4 Black is doing me just fine. I probably won't upgrade until she kicks the bucket! I used the setting that you recommended in an older video. I love the raw footage quality. I'm still a newer mountain biker, and even newer to recording with a GoPro.
Can we just say he is getting some crazy speed
IMO it’s the 8 for win
Gopro wont fix a cracked lens, the cost is about the same as a new one. You’d better invest in the Gopro insurance
Just got my first GoPro. Went strait to the 8 with the Media Mod. I am thoroughly impressed.
I genuinely like the POV of the Hero 4 and Gimbal to be honest. Shows more top tube and bars as the frame is not cropped at all... full "Superview". The 8 looks good though and i'm getting one for family stuff, holidays, beach etc, but i think i will still use my Gimbal and Session for my channel. Thanks for doing this video Ryan.
Agreed. Like you said, the 7/8 are the perfect cameras for holidays.
Just the audio itself is a big improvement.
the fixed lens on the 8 is a breakdealer
Dealbreaker***
@@mosxidigaming lmao
I that read wrong.
A break Dealer sounds better In my opinion humble. By the way, I brought one the next day. Is That a parabox?
@ShinoBiRider There is the Rollcage in fact. It was always Out of stock. but with the covid-19 It's finally available. However I hope GOPRO
listen to their customers and change that with the 9.
I wish i would have known how to use my gopro 4 when i had it.... My 6 has been great! I just tested the 8 the past couple days and it seems pretty rad but super excited to test it out in Santa Cruz this weekend on the Mountain Bike with the setting help from you. thanks dude!
Awesome review!! still in the middle of half of your review and already Love it! Thank you so much for an exact side by side comparison!! Thank you for your time and effort!...
Glad you like it Norman!
hero 4 still looks great imo haha
What is your setting for the GP8 and did you have hyper smooth 2.0 on?
Thanks for the review! Some great comparisons and like others agree that the audio is more natural sounding on the Gp7. The GP8 at 100bps definitely makes a difference to the video quality so I guess 2 steps forward on video, one step back on audio.
Just one very important detail that wasn’t mentioned was the mods... a huge reason for choosing the GP8 for my daughter was the flip screen mod. My daughter enjoys her vlogging, the new flip screen mod along with excellent video capabilities puts the GP8 right along side the latest vlogging cameras. The flip screen mod is an add on for a considerable amount of money but it can be added to the next birthday / Christmas list.
Enjoyed the review, and thanks again for sharing your thoughts!
I would have loved to try some of the add-ons but those will have to wait until they’re released in December.
I thought the colors were just a tad better on the 8, but then when you throw in the color graded footage of the 7 that looks way better. I imagine you can do the same on the 8. I felt the 8 was slightly better at keeping details despite the stabilization smoothing effect. But then the Hero 4 on a gimbal was way better than the other two - the video looses that foggy look in the trees, which I realized is all the small branches getting smoothed over. The Hero 4 has much crisper, truer representation because it's stabilizing the camera, rather than video "stabilization" of a shaking camera. It's hard to overcome physics.
Can the "hypersmooth" stabilization be turned off and the Hero 8 put on a gimbal? How would that look? Because then for someone starting from scratch it might still be worth starting with a Hero 8 and adding a gimbal later as they start wanting to up the quality, while keeping the Hero 8 benefits (waterproofness, better mic...). Because, out of the box, it looks like the Hero 8 is going to be sufficient for most people to experiment with and get usable footage.
Not worth upgrading, thanx! ... 😀👍
6:50 How can I apply that Color graded? Did you use a program? Is it a camera effect?
It's post production video edit. You need a video editing software and manually have to color grade the video to your liking. He has a different video on it where he shows the software he uses and that software is also free so maybe you can check that out.
Best comparison have seen so far! Great job, thank you
Good to hear!
Interesting the difference between the audio of the two. Yeah, you lose wind noise with the 8 but the 8 also sounds a little more muffled. I prefer the sharper audio of the 7 for sure. But I don’t do much that would cause me to need to worry much about wind. 8 seems like a better choice for things like mountain biking where you have air being shoved into the microphone.
I like gopro hero 8, I never like gopro before and this is 1st time I said yes to gopro camera. but I am going for the max.... I prefer 360 cameras :)
I’m gonna switch from the hero 3 black to the hero 8 black 🤭
Karidur ́ and? Did you Switched already?
i just did the same!
Hey! If you test stabilisation you should consider having both cameras lenses mounted symetrically in the same vibration points. You see, go pro 8 lens is closer to the chin so when you tilt your head the go pro 8 lens moves less distance than the go pro 7 mounted further from your chin. And less distance means less vibration in the same situation.
Thanks for the comparison. Seems to me like if you already have the 7 then just stick with that. If you don’t, then go with the 8.