the size, weight, price combo really made me consider moving on from my Hero 9... that Hypersmooth via Quik app though, not ideal when i record runs in 4K 25fps for 1 hr... but who knows if that's just a software lock, maybe a Labs firmware hack can enable it
LOL, so the main feature people want in these cams which is stabilization requires a whole ton of extra work and space on your phone. Damn! Really wanted this. Still goin with my old Hero 8 Black, small, good quality and has all the stabilization you want.
Excellent review. short and focused. GoPro completely missed an opportunity by not including the new quick release in this camera. For me it's really a deal breaker and that's also the reason I finally purchased the Insta360 Go3s. The whole idea of a small, light, and simple camera is also the ability to move it quickly between a variety of accessories. I couldn't find data about the WIFI speed anywhere - is there support for WIFI6 like in the 13 black?
New subscriber- great video; own multiple GPs and DJIs, but always find myself going back to the hero 11 mini. You saved me $199 because I was tempted to pull the trigger on this until you pointed out that hypersmooth requires processing the footage on the app rather than dumping onto a desktop. That’s my “big miss”- thanks for the detailed review
Seems like everyone forgot about the Hero, thanks for the video. Will it get Gopro Labs Firmware ? USB powered how long till it overheats on different modes ? Is the internal battery replaceable (mounted not sealed in epoxy), I have no issues pulling it apart to replace the battery years from now. My use case is I want to see if this would be a good Dashcam considering the price. With GoPro Labs firmware, you can enable USB trigger and use as a dash cam. Lots of junk dash cams for this price.
It would be nice to get your review on the Go 3s vs the Hero 4k, it looks like you don't review much insta360 stuff. I find that the 3s is pretty dang handy.
I wished they made ND filters for it at release date. Why change the design? Hero 11 Mini lens protector was interchangable with the Black. Would have considered it for FPV drone work since it still has gyro data for stabilization.
Hey Des, do you know if the Garmin Watch GoPro Camera Control supports.this unit? The Mini is unsupported so this would be another reason to go for this unit over the Mini.
Hi, thank you for the review. I had ordered one on the announcement day then cancelled due to no practical info. I mount an 11 on the chin of my motorcycle helmet, I really want a light weight and small camera. I know it doesn’t have hindsight (a crying shame) but does it have quick start? Will there be a pass through power/data door? Thanks
I was interested on this, but stabilization in post reminded me the times of Insta360 one R, with stablization in the app. I'm not going back to 2020 and not buying this. For 199, a HERO9 is a crazy better deal, and if I care about the size I would go for an insta360 GO 3 S. Not sure what was Gopro thinking.
@@helmski Thanks, I couldn't find the information on the GoPro website. Same about Superview, but the lack of "Protune" make me think there might not be Superview, Flat etc.
@@jejefpv Superview is the full sensor readout I think. Upon release, there are not any advertised FOV sensor settings, just the standard video settings. Curious as to which sensor they are using. This will give us an idea of the potential updates to the FOV.
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Does this mean we can also do ReelSteady on our phones?? :O
Hi, how do you get gps data on this go pro? is there any 1st party gopro accessory to add gps data or need to get another different item and manually add when editing?
The camera is all about it being so lightweight, its for those that want to helmet mount their camera, GoPro have stopped supporting anything below hero 8
The 11 black mini is a disaster. I just don’t understand why some people think lack of ‘magnetic mount’ is an issue, it it that much of a hassle unscrewing a bolt
For a camera to not rotate or move during high vibration activities, it requires a thumb screw to be extremely tight, so tight that it’s hard to unscrew without a wrench.
Dji action 2 blows this out of the water in every respect, and it is old. Gopro are scamming. They even rereleased action 2 with new software and built in storage. Seriously, anyone buying this camera has to really love gopro, because action 2 will do 4k120!
Total rip off in my option. No battery and it cost more than many better action cams that have been on sale over the last 3 weeks for near same price. The size and weight is nice but that about all I like about it.
The Hero 7 black is better than this. But it’s discontinued. The Hero 10 was $229 a few weeks ago. Now it seems discontinued and out of stock. The GoPro RipOff.
It's insane that you'd need to export it to your phone before you can edit footage. That makes it basically worthless for the big channels that are currently using the 11 mini as a dedicated helmet camera. The "Hero" is a zero lmao.
@@manwithnoname6580 It's still available for now. When the HERO 4k got announced I saw them on ebay popping up around $150, that might become less frequent until gopro starts to clearance them.
Thank you! You are literally the 1st to do a dedicated review
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FINALLY A VIDEO FOR THIS CAMERA !!! thanks lol
Yeah
no inbuilt stabilization, that's the deal breaker.
Pls compare it with Hero 11 Mini, shall we? 😊
Nice little camera
the size, weight, price combo really made me consider moving on from my Hero 9... that Hypersmooth via Quik app though, not ideal when i record runs in 4K 25fps for 1 hr... but who knows if that's just a software lock, maybe a Labs firmware hack can enable it
LOL, so the main feature people want in these cams which is stabilization requires a whole ton of extra work and space on your phone. Damn! Really wanted this. Still goin with my old Hero 8 Black, small, good quality and has all the stabilization you want.
No internal stabilization makes it a huge fail. I was going to buy one. Now I'll pass.
Yeah the need to use an App on your phone to stabilize videos is just ridiculous
No 4k60, no magnetic mounting, no replaceable battery, no internal stabilization. Seems like this camera missed in a few too many places.
Excellent review. short and focused.
GoPro completely missed an opportunity by not including the new quick release in this camera. For me it's really a deal breaker and that's also the reason I finally purchased the Insta360 Go3s. The whole idea of a small, light, and simple camera is also the ability to move it quickly between a variety of accessories.
I couldn't find data about the WIFI speed anywhere - is there support for WIFI6 like in the 13 black?
Thanks for the review, Des.
Thanks, Ben. Hope you’re healing up quickly!
New subscriber- great video; own multiple GPs and DJIs, but always find myself going back to the hero 11 mini. You saved me $199 because I was tempted to pull the trigger on this until you pointed out that hypersmooth requires processing the footage on the app rather than dumping onto a desktop. That’s my “big miss”- thanks for the detailed review
Seems like everyone forgot about the Hero, thanks for the video. Will it get Gopro Labs Firmware ? USB powered how long till it overheats on different modes ? Is the internal battery replaceable (mounted not sealed in epoxy), I have no issues pulling it apart to replace the battery years from now. My use case is I want to see if this would be a good Dashcam considering the price. With GoPro Labs firmware, you can enable USB trigger and use as a dash cam. Lots of junk dash cams for this price.
It would be nice to get your review on the Go 3s vs the Hero 4k, it looks like you don't review much insta360 stuff. I find that the 3s is pretty dang handy.
How does it cope with wind noise ? on a motorcycle for my use ...
Not sure, dji still sells action 2, which is smaller than a small and does full set of features.
I wished they made ND filters for it at release date. Why change the design? Hero 11 Mini lens protector was interchangable with the Black. Would have considered it for FPV drone work since it still has gyro data for stabilization.
If it had the magnetic latch, I would have 100 percent bought that camera especially because of light weight 86 grams.
Hey Des, do you know if the Garmin Watch GoPro Camera Control supports.this unit? The Mini is unsupported so this would be another reason to go for this unit over the Mini.
ну наконец то, инженерам дошло, что это экшн камера, мне не нужна ARRI ALEXA для съемки с дрона. я до сих пор наслаждаюсь GoPro Hero 5
Hi, thank you for the review. I had ordered one on the announcement day then cancelled due to no practical info. I mount an 11 on the chin of my motorcycle helmet, I really want a light weight and small camera. I know it doesn’t have hindsight (a crying shame) but does it have quick start? Will there be a pass through power/data door? Thanks
Does this have GPS?
For $200, I’d recommend buying a 2nd hand GoPro 10
I was interested on this, but stabilization in post reminded me the times of Insta360 one R, with stablization in the app. I'm not going back to 2020 and not buying this. For 199, a HERO9 is a crazy better deal, and if I care about the size I would go for an insta360 GO 3 S. Not sure what was Gopro thinking.
Hi, thanks for the review. Does it have Superview or Hyperview ? I cannot find the info. (and what about the FOV ?)
I had the same question and doing my research. It doesn’t have “digital lens“ but it does say 155° view.
@@helmski Thanks, I couldn't find the information on the GoPro website. Same about Superview, but the lack of "Protune" make me think there might not be Superview, Flat etc.
@@jejefpv Superview is the full sensor readout I think. Upon release, there are not any advertised FOV sensor settings, just the standard video settings. Curious as to which sensor they are using. This will give us an idea of the potential updates to the FOV.
Does this mean we can also do ReelSteady on our phones?? :O
Hi, how do you get gps data on this go pro? is there any 1st party gopro accessory to add gps data or need to get another different item and manually add when editing?
Does it support gyro data for Gyroflow?
You said not as good low light but gave no examples. How much better in low light is 13 Black over the 4k?
Is it work with wireless/Bluetooth mic?
So I can't record normally at 1080 60fps?
The video quality and limitations are pretty grim, a second hand Hero 7 or newer will be a better option every time.
Yeah non-removable battery and no 120fps is pretty rough in my opinion.
Agree, I still have a hero 7, this looks similar in terms of video quality
The camera is all about it being so lightweight, its for those that want to helmet mount their camera, GoPro have stopped supporting anything below hero 8
Had this camera a week before launch couldn’t use it lol, and I can say this lil thing is amazing to me in my opinion great camera so far
This is great as a camera that you can risk for "that" special shot.
Does this one pick up audio?
Is it 10 bit though???
Does it support type C mic?
The 11 black mini is a disaster. I just don’t understand why some people think lack of ‘magnetic mount’ is an issue, it it that much of a hassle unscrewing a bolt
For a camera to not rotate or move during high vibration activities, it requires a thumb screw to be extremely tight, so tight that it’s hard to unscrew without a wrench.
0:10 How do I get those angels with the gopro? which mount do i need?
Mounted a round clamp around the end of my gravel bars
No image stabilization ? No 4k/60 ?
Hero 7 Black (2018) is literally better than this lol
can i put hyperview?
I think i prefer a Hero 10; or Action 3 in this price.. idk
So it isn't possible to create a video in different quality as 4K 30fps?
4K30, 2.7K60, and 1080p30/60 in battery saver mode
Does this camera have better or equal footage to the GoPro 12?
The 12 will provide better image quality (the 12 is nearly the same as the 13)
Way worse.
just got this and i cant even get it to work
Seems odd spec wise. No 120p even at 1080 wouldnhave been good to see. Second hand hero9 can be hadnfor simialar price
Dji action 2 blows this out of the water in every respect, and it is old. Gopro are scamming. They even rereleased action 2 with new software and built in storage. Seriously, anyone buying this camera has to really love gopro, because action 2 will do 4k120!
Wow. Who will buy this. ?
I need to use software app using my phone to stabilize the footage LOL I think it is a waste of money to buy this "ACTION CAMERA" LOL
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So basically the 11 Mini is better
Soon theyll be on ebay for $99
for that price you can get a hero 10 which is way better than that thing , that's basically a scam
Total rip off in my option. No battery and it cost more than many better action cams that have been on sale over the last 3 weeks for near same price. The size and weight is nice but that about all I like about it.
Go backwards
Really gopro? Just get a dji action 3 or a gopro 11 for $100 more used and get LIGHT YEARS better footage
That's another $100
The Hero 7 black is better than this. But it’s discontinued. The Hero 10 was $229 a few weeks ago. Now it seems discontinued and out of stock. The GoPro RipOff.
Great video, terrible camera
It's insane that you'd need to export it to your phone before you can edit footage.
That makes it basically worthless for the big channels that are currently using the 11 mini as a dedicated helmet camera.
The "Hero" is a zero lmao.
Is the 11 Mini still available or have GoPro binned that off too?
@@manwithnoname6580 It's still available for now. When the HERO 4k got announced I saw them on ebay popping up around $150, that might become less frequent until gopro starts to clearance them.