GoPro Hero 7 black, No Underwater Housing

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  • Опубліковано 15 гру 2024

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  • @danabeserra650
    @danabeserra650 4 роки тому +9

    Soo good to see this! So useful video! I just bought my camera and I’m going to do snorkel this week. By the way which configuration do u use to have that video quality?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +9

      Hi Dana, great that you are going snorkelling! Make sure the battery compartment is closed properly and the battery is fully charged. When you've finished, rinse in freshwater or gently under a tap. Make sure the camera and your hands are dry before you open anything. It's a great camera - you'll love it - I do.
      I use 2.7K linear, medium sharpness and color protune. But I do then do some post production to bump up colours - if you don't want to do that then better use GoPro color and maybe high sharpness.

  • @paultsworld
    @paultsworld  5 років тому +12

    Do you use an underwater housing with your Go Pro 7 when snorkelling? - I'd be interested to know how many people do and if the audio is totally blocked. I actually like the eerie underwater sounds you get without a housing.

  • @MissMellyVee
    @MissMellyVee 5 років тому +4

    Paul, just to be sure, you used no external mic while filming? would you say one needs an external mic to correctly pick up normal outdoor sounds?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  5 років тому

      That’s a good question Mel.
      The GoPro footage during the snorkelling excursion was straight out of the camera. The audio of me talking was using a lavalier mic plugged into a Zoom H1, filmed on a RX100v and synced in post.
      Going back to the GoPro audio - I think it picks up ambient sound very well. I know vloggers would mostly use an external mic when they are talking as they feel any camera’s internal mic isn’t good enough, but for normal outdoor sounds I think it’s fine - in fact I’m quite impressed with it. Hope that helps.
      Just to complicate matters a little - there may well be a GoPro 8 coming out in the next 6 weeks or so - could be even better; or it may drive down the price of the 7 😀. Either way, good news for you.

  • @eduaf86
    @eduaf86 Рік тому

    Thank you Paul!

  • @ikeunit17
    @ikeunit17 Рік тому

    Excellent Paul👌🏾

  • @Alisasut
    @Alisasut 2 роки тому

    Holy cow 😂 the last shot with the fish coming right at the lens is phenomenal!

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  2 роки тому

      Ha, ha - glad you liked it. That little fish was quite territorial and didn’t think twice about attacking me!

  • @claramurphy9436
    @claramurphy9436 3 роки тому +2

    Hi, it’s been a year later, would you still recommend this, I really want to buy one and am wondering if this is still a good option!? Thank you

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  3 роки тому +1

      I haven’t been snorkelling with it recently but did some underwater filming in my pond. Used the same camera, no housing, no problem.

  • @kind2cats
    @kind2cats 2 роки тому

    You have one GoPro you fly miles away would it not be a security to use a housing? Wondered what sound was like with a housing?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  2 роки тому

      I bought the GoPro in a shop 2 hours before I took the snorkelling trip.
      I didn’t want to mess about with extra housing for the snorkelling as I was shooting above water first and I wanted to record sound both above and below the water. I simply decided to trust the spec & performance of the GoPro - I was careful to make sure hatches properly closed, rinsed off in fresh water afterwards and fully dried before opening the hatches. Everything worked perfectly although I would understand anyone who doesn’t trust the waterproofing and doesn’t mind not getting sound - and also when you buy a housing - what are the optical properties like?
      Just my thoughts and preferences.

  • @davidbiren2062
    @davidbiren2062 2 роки тому

    My GoPro 7 Black lasted all of 5 minutes this month snorkeling in Hawaii. Never went deeper than 1 meter and after about five minutes it just went black. When I got back on the boat I opened all the compartments and water came out. I did what I could to let it dry out but it is dead.

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  2 роки тому +1

      Sorry to hear that. Maybe the seals were dirty.

  • @nicholaspouliotoutdoors384
    @nicholaspouliotoutdoors384 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video I just got a GoPro 7 hero black and was nervous trying it underwater . I hoping for great footage trout fishing this Sunday

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +3

      Just make sure all the compartments are nicely closed, then rinse gently under a tap/faucet at home afterwards to make sure the exterior is nice and clean. Dry off gently with a cloth.
      I love the audio it records underwater. Have a great fishing session at the weekend. Cheers, Paul

  • @cineskies114
    @cineskies114 3 роки тому

    Thank you for this video I just got to the Beach and was curious if I needed a housing.

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  3 роки тому +1

      You’re welcome. Make sure all doors are clean and properly closed. Only open them after you’ve rinsed the camera off in fresh water and dried it.
      Have a good time.

    • @cineskies114
      @cineskies114 3 роки тому

      @@paultsworld got some cool shot so far. Thanks again. And I’ll do the fresh water rinse once I leave. Camera still works so your awesome!! Haha

  • @joannapocock6055
    @joannapocock6055 2 роки тому

    Hello Paul, What a lovely looking place. Thank you for sharing the wonderful footage you managed to capture using your GoPro

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Joanna, glad you liked the footage - I had only bought the GoPro the previous day and was delighted to be able to simply jump into the water with it.

  • @kosianadi
    @kosianadi 4 роки тому +3

    What settings do you have your go pro set to? Image quality is amazing

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +4

      Thank you Kosi. I used Protune color, medium sharpness, 29.97 fps, linear, ev comp -0.5, iso min 100 max 400, color flat. I then increased the saturation/vibrance and contrast in post on the computer.

  • @bodybalancer
    @bodybalancer 4 роки тому +4

    Omg the rain was magical! That’s my favorite I LOVE being in the water when its raining! I’m a mermaid 😋🧜‍♀️ about to get a GoPro... nervous/excited! I’ll be nighttime swimming, and I’m going to be painting my tail with some glow in the dark pigment- So Im hoping to be able to capture some magic with the GoPro.... I’m still on the fence btwn the 7 black and the new 8... but would prefer to save and like that the 7 is still repairable while they made the 8 non-repairable :( so Im leaning toward the 7 black, friends have encouraged me to get that one.... i hope it’ll do the trick 🙏😝

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      I hope you enjoy your new GoPro - I love the possibilities of mine. I think the 7 is a good choice.

  • @DroneNoobi
    @DroneNoobi 2 роки тому

    @3:33 the fish that attacked the camera 😂😂😂

  • @itsmadi1
    @itsmadi1 2 роки тому

    Hey! I'm a new youtuber looking for a basic starter camera, so thanks for giving me the underwater quality! :)

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  2 роки тому

      You’re welcome - good luck with your new channel.

  • @deril2144
    @deril2144 3 роки тому

    helo paul, i need tips setings for diving, spearfishing 1080 or 4k, fps ? thanks sir

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  3 роки тому

      I would use 1080 rather than 4K because the battery and memory card will last longer. I use 30fps but I would match your normal footage when on dry land. In other words use the fps that you normally use. Hope that help - have a great time with your GoPro and diving.

  • @MangOeChannel
    @MangOeChannel 4 роки тому

    If we use the underwater housing that the sound will clearly received ?.

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      Mang Oe Channel I have never used a housing but I’m sure the microphones will be blocked so I don’t think you’ll get the sound. I haven’t tested it with a housing though.

    • @MangOeChannel
      @MangOeChannel 4 роки тому +1

      Owh yea.. I agree with u.. Basicly this gopro have been waterproof, so to get the clearly sound should be without using the underwater housing.. Ok my friend.. Success for you 😊👍

    • @MangOeChannel
      @MangOeChannel 4 роки тому

      Owh yea.. I agree with u.. Basicly this gopro have been waterproof, so to get the clearly sound should be without using the underwater housing.. Ok my friend.. Success for you 😊👍

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      Mang Oe Channel yes, best sound is without a housing. Make sure the battery cover etc is closed properly before submerging in water - and rinse the camera in clean, fresh water afterwards - then dry before opening the cover to change the battery. Good luck!

    • @MangOeChannel
      @MangOeChannel 4 роки тому

      Dear Paul.. I've been tested my gopro with use housing.. The sound can receive by gopro but not so clear enough.. If we take for a cinematic video it doesn't have any matter.. But for vlogging, the sound receive very low and not clear.. And my suggest, we must put a rubber to lodge a gopro inside housing, cause a little bit tremor can make a bump sound.. May be the other have a different experience..

  • @flo0079
    @flo0079 2 роки тому

    Hello from Austria. Please can you tell me your video resolutions and all of it. Thanks a lot

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  2 роки тому

      Hello. I shot the video at 2.7K

    • @flo0079
      @flo0079 2 роки тому

      @@paultsworld thanks. How much frames? Super view?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  2 роки тому

      @@flo0079 I think it was 24 fps.
      I am not at my computer right now but if you play the video and right click the video you should get a menu. Select “stats for nerds” option. If you select that it should say the frames per second.

  • @sergeantsodom6969
    @sergeantsodom6969 4 роки тому +9

    Well that fish at the end scared the cock off me
    Best review out there- Cheers mate!

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +1

      Cheers John for the nice compliment - it's appreciated. That fish was big-time territorial - he didn't have a problem taking me on!

  • @headzot6533
    @headzot6533 4 роки тому +1

    Hey I got a gopro h7 and the housing bent a little bit do I have to feel scared getting it wet????

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      That's a tough question. I suppose if the housing is bent at a joint then it probably won't be waterproof anymore.

  • @blakester2k15
    @blakester2k15 5 років тому +2

    Very cool video dude..

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  5 років тому +2

      Cheers, thanks for watching

    • @blakester2k15
      @blakester2k15 5 років тому +1

      @@paultsworld hay, any advice on the dome as thinking of getting one but still not sure??

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  5 років тому +1

      I haven't tried a dome yet but they are superb for that split shot at the surface where half the view is above and half underwater - always looks pretty impressive.

  • @boarhog1979
    @boarhog1979 2 роки тому

    I just bought the 10 series, so I assume it will be as good or better in water?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  2 роки тому +1

      Certainly ‘just as good’ I don’t know if it’s better.

    • @boarhog1979
      @boarhog1979 2 роки тому

      @@paultsworld Good to know thanks!!

  • @oliverthebeagle4120
    @oliverthebeagle4120 4 роки тому +1

    I'm India sir can i use this Go pro hero 7 black in beginner motovlogging ?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      Piyush Thakur Hi, yes it makes a really good motorbike camera. Hope you get good results.

  • @kelsi6273
    @kelsi6273 4 роки тому +1

    It's been 5 months since this excursion. Is your Gopro still performing well? Thanks Paul.

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +2

      Yes, no problems. I haven't had the opportunity to go snorkelling since then but I put it on the front of a sea kayak a couple of months ago - it got soaked in seawater again as the waves came over. I rinsed it in fresh water afterwards and it's fine.

    • @txphotography6637
      @txphotography6637 4 роки тому

      @@paultsworld Thanks Paul! I appreciate your reply!

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      @@txphotography6637 No problem - anytime.

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +1

      Just thought, if it’s of interest to you - I took the video “York River Cruise” all filmed using the same GoPro - it was about 4 months after the snorkelling trip.

    • @kelsi6273
      @kelsi6273 4 роки тому +1

      @@paultsworld Thanks again Paul. Really appreciate your feedback.

  • @monikaowczarek6655
    @monikaowczarek6655 4 роки тому +1

    Fajne filmiki, Monika

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      To bardzo miłe, Monika - dziękuję

  • @joelmello5569
    @joelmello5569 4 роки тому

    Did you use a filter or is this straight from original lens? Thank you

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      Hi Joel, I didn’t use any filter - just the bare camera. I did some colour correction on the underwater footage (took out some green) as I don’t use auto white balance. I simply have the white balance permanently set to 5500K for all my outdoor footage.
      Hope that helps.

  • @TheGirlnice95
    @TheGirlnice95 3 роки тому

    I loved your video. Cheers from Mexico

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you Lucy for your nice comment all the way from Mexico.

  • @_Vern
    @_Vern 3 роки тому

    So you don't need the housing case to go under water - House is it working today

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  3 роки тому

      My camera is still working fine.

  • @stevekitella4781
    @stevekitella4781 3 роки тому

    I've seen other guys saying theirs failed under water, destroying the camera. I just ordered a case to protect mine. I got a third party one that accepts the camera with the lens cover. Gp didn't do a very good job designing theirs, having to remove the lens cover to fit it in the case. There are all kinds of third party, better and cheaper out there.

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  3 роки тому

      Good luck with your underwater videos.

  • @noormastor
    @noormastor 3 роки тому

    Great sharing. Thank you sir 👍 ❤from Malaysia

  • @5amuelMusic
    @5amuelMusic 4 роки тому +1

    Can I use this in seawater

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +1

      Absolutely yes! This video was shot in the sea. Just make sure you rinse the camera in fresh water afterwards and then dry it off and dry your hands before opening the battery compartment.

    • @5amuelMusic
      @5amuelMusic 4 роки тому +1

      @@paultsworld thanks for the advice I'm going to the beach tommorow

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      Have a good time.

  • @Ohp880
    @Ohp880 4 роки тому

    Have you tried a red filter on these snorkels? I’m sure the colors were much more vibrant than the videos show. Great review of the awesome H7!!

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you, I appreciate your comment.
      Yes, red filters could be good but I want a video where I move above, then below the water. If you have a red filter above the water it will be almost impossible to colour correct. I think red filters are at their best on a dive past 10 meters when the colour spectrum loses all red.

    • @Ohp880
      @Ohp880 4 роки тому

      Paul T's World thank you for the quick response! I have several videos from St Lucia. I didn’t have my filter and video is very disappointing. Thanks again!

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      What a fabulous place - St Lucia. I've been a few times but never snorkelled there. How about grading your footage - you can really pull the colours and contrast out in post.

    • @Ohp880
      @Ohp880 4 роки тому

      Paul T's World oh my gosh yes. St. Lucia was amazing! Little murky because of hurricane that had gone through but so so many fish! Grading? Maybe do a video on that.

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      Glad you had a great time in St.Lucia. Yes, great idea - I must look into grading

  • @MissMellyVee
    @MissMellyVee 5 років тому +1

    Hi Paul, what a wonderful video, the Pacific Islands are such a wonderful subject for your test! I have been interested in getting a Hero 7 black for some time, but have hesitated because some have told me it overheats, did you noticed if it overheated? 🙂

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  5 років тому +1

      Hi Melly, The water was so warm - it was even pleasant in the pouring rain.
      I haven't had a problem with overheating, although I do shoot in 2.7K rather than 4K. I just love this camera - the stabilisation is unbelievable (in 2.7K & HD). It's really easy to use and it can take a small mic for better audio.

    • @MissMellyVee
      @MissMellyVee 5 років тому

      @@paultsworld Oh Paul, thank you for your wonderful insight, I know nothing about camera's etc, my poor little videos are done with my iphone, but I wanted something a little better....clearer...so I think I might invest in a Hero 7 black! the water in your film looked sensational, the South Pacific is gorgeous generally 😉

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  5 років тому +1

      Melly, You do really well shooting your videos on an iPhone - they look great. Smartphones shoot nice videos - have a look at "Watched Walkers" videos he shot back in September last year, they were done on an iPhone 6 and they're great. However if you want greater flexibility and a few more options, the Hero 7 black could be good for you. it's super easy to use and I can talk you through setting it up. Once set up; just choose the mode (video, photo, timelapse, hyperlapse) and start shooting. I never like taking my cameras to the beach or out in the rain - but as this little camera is waterproof, I don't worry about the conditions now. Hope that helps.

    • @MissMellyVee
      @MissMellyVee 5 років тому

      @@paultsworld what a darling you are to share your expertise. Also, I am a fan of Watched Walker and over time we have become good friends, his work is incredible. I watch avidly as I have family in London and I am always hoping to see them in one of his London videos 😂My videos are shot on an old iphone 5s and a newer larger model can't remember if its an 8 think it is...but yes the Hero 7B seems perfect for me. Might be a nice little Christmas pressy for myself, Sending many warm wishes and looking forward to more of your lovely videos, wonder where in the world you will be shooting next....how exciting 🙂

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  5 років тому

      @@MissMellyVee Watched Walker also uses a Hero 7B and once again he gets great results from it. Thank you for your kind words - I'm looking forward to doing my next video.

  • @os204pls
    @os204pls 5 років тому

    Wow! The corals are beautiful there. I'm planning to use it for snorkeling,too. Did you use a filter when filming? Do you think it's ok not to have the case when snorkeling? Thanks!

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  5 років тому +1

      os204pls Hi, yes - it’s a beautiful area.
      I didn’t use any filters - generally you want the red filters when diving deeper.
      I wouldn’t use filters when snorkelling near the surface, my GoPro was fine without a dive housing - but do make sure the doors are closed properly. I simply rinsed with fresh water straight after the trip.

    • @os204pls
      @os204pls 5 років тому

      @@paultsworld Thanks for the information. It's very helpful! 🌞

  • @SMofficial_16
    @SMofficial_16 3 роки тому

    So, i can put my gopro in water?

  • @I_Yours_2651
    @I_Yours_2651 2 роки тому

    Hello sir big fan of the day of the

  • @I_Yours_2651
    @I_Yours_2651 2 роки тому

    Hello sir big fan of the View of the day of the day of the day of

  • @LynsHomeGardenDesign
    @LynsHomeGardenDesign 4 роки тому

    What an interesting video ... the little Go Pro 7 certainly worked well under water!

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      I was amazed Lyn at this little camera. it's a lot of fun - wish I'd got one years ago. I went swimming with manatees in Florida a few years ago and wish I'd had one then.

  • @ΕιρήνηΜωυσιάδου-χ4ε

    So it’s waterproof without a case ??

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +1

      Yes, I didn't use a case - you get sound and better quality without a case. I only snorkelled near the surface with it - it's supposed to be waterproof down to 10 meters but I don't think I'd risk diving down to that depth.

    • @ΕιρήνηΜωυσιάδου-χ4ε
      @ΕιρήνηΜωυσιάδου-χ4ε 4 роки тому

      Paul T's World thanks a lot I appreciate it 😊😊

  • @jaysontangco5026
    @jaysontangco5026 5 місяців тому

    ❤❤❤❤

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  5 місяців тому

      @@jaysontangco5026 👍👍

  • @Moonstar29283
    @Moonstar29283 4 роки тому

    Do you need a housing?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      I didn't use a housing for surface snorkelling.

    • @Moonstar29283
      @Moonstar29283 4 роки тому

      Paul T's World thanks for the info. Swimming in a 8 foot pool should be fine then?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      GoPro say it's waterproof to 30 feet - so it should be fine but I haven't taken mine down to 8 feet.

    • @Ohp880
      @Ohp880 4 роки тому

      The go pro 7 says it’s good to 30 feet. I would advise using a housing deeper than 10 feet. I’ve gone 50 feet without a housing but it does not operate correctly. It didn’t hurt it. The buttons wouldn’t work at that depth. It’s not dependable enough to work at even 30 feet without the housing. I never use a housing snorkeling though.

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      I agree - for diving down I'd want a housing.

  • @NateDoesCalisthenics
    @NateDoesCalisthenics 4 роки тому

    I want one there so cool!

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      They are a great camera - no problems in the rain, water or sand.

    • @NateDoesCalisthenics
      @NateDoesCalisthenics 4 роки тому

      @@paultsworld yep there dope

    • @NateDoesCalisthenics
      @NateDoesCalisthenics 4 роки тому

      @@paultsworld oh could you do a durability test?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      Well, I've been snorkelling a few times since then plus kayaking with it strapped to the front in the waves and it's been fine each time.
      Give it a good rinse in fresh water and dry off well before opening the battery compartment.

    • @NateDoesCalisthenics
      @NateDoesCalisthenics 4 роки тому

      @@paultsworld cool

  • @MiaRodas
    @MiaRodas 5 років тому +1

    new friend here watching your go pro hero 7 video

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  5 років тому

      Hi Joylandz, welcome and thank you for visiting my channel

  • @VitalPlayz
    @VitalPlayz 5 років тому +1

    Keep it up 🔥💯

  • @assordante2205
    @assordante2205 4 роки тому

    Lovely footage, thanks for that. I'm moving to Okinawa in like 7 months. Really excited to potentially dive with whale sharks.

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      Thanks Vincent. Wow, whale sharks - you'll need wide view on the GoPro.

  • @davormaplenik2776
    @davormaplenik2776 4 роки тому

    Where's the girl from the thumbnail?

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +1

      Hi, did you not see her swim past?

  • @SATO_FD2R
    @SATO_FD2R 4 роки тому +5

    *_Short, sweet, and exactly the content and answer I was looking for! Thanks! Insta-Sub_*
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    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you - I'm happy it helped. I was delighted with the results I got from the Hero 7 without any extra equipment.

  • @kadeensweeting5747
    @kadeensweeting5747 4 роки тому

    Thank you I just got my GoPro and I don’t want to mase it up

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  4 роки тому

      Congratulations! It's a great camera and really versatile. If you are using it in the water - as I have done - then make sure afterwards it is rinsed in fresh water and dried out with a towel before you open the compartments - you don't want drops of water getting everywhere. Enjoy your camera Kadeen.

  • @davidfrews
    @davidfrews 11 місяців тому

    tbh it still looks amazing in 2024. I found one for 100$

    • @paultsworld
      @paultsworld  11 місяців тому +1

      Absolutely- I’m still using mine - kayaking and snorkelling.