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GoPro Hero5 Black — Waterproof Digital Action Camera for Travel with Touch Screen 4K HD Video 12MP Photos
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Brand | GoPro |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB |
Flash Memory Type | ;;; |
Color | Black |
Special Feature | memory-card-compatible, mpeg, image-stabilization, underwater, lcd-screen |
Screen Size | 2 Inches |
Optical Zoom | 1 x |
Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
Camcorder type | Action Camera |
Model Name | GoPro |
About this item
- Stunning 4k video and 12MP photos in single, burst and time lapse modes charger not included
- Durable by design, Hero5 black is waterproof to 33 feet (10 meter) without a housing
- Additional GoPro Hero5 black features + benefits below on item page time lapse photo intervals: 05, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30, 60 seconds
- Preview and playback your shots, change settings and trim your footage, all on your GoPro
- Note: Check user manual on technical specification and instruction video available before use; audio format: wav
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Picture quality | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Image stabilization | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.7 |
Battery life | 3.9 | 3.7 | — | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.3 |
Sound quality | 4.2 | — | 4.0 | — | 4.2 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | TTP Retail | AKASO OUTDOOR | Western Central | Acute Tek (We Record SN) | 6ave |
model name | GoPro | GoPro HERO9 Black | EK7000 | hero5 | CHDHS-102 | CHDSB-121-XX |
display size | 2 inches | 2.27 inches | 2 inches | 2 inches | 2 inches | 2.27 inches |
digital zoom | 1 multiplier x | — | 1 multiplier x | 1 multiplier x | — | — |
optical zoom | 1 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x | 1 multiplier x | 1 multiplier x | 1 multiplier x | — |
video resolution | 4K30, 2.7K60, 1080p120 Video | 5K | 4K | 4K30, 2.7K60, 1080p120 Video | 1080p | 480p |
connectivity tech | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB | Bluetooth | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB, Bluetooth |
shooting modes | Easy, Manual | Sports, Easy | Underwater, Manual, Automatic, Sports | Time Lapse | Easy | — |
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GoPro HERO5 Black
HERO5 Black is a balance of performance and convenience thanks to its 4K video, voice control, easy-to-use touch display and waterproof design. Now with QuikStories, HERO5 Black automatically sends your footage to your phone where it transforms into an awesome edited video. Combined with stabilized video, pro-quality photos and auto upload to the cloud with GoPro Plus, HERO5 Black gives you the power to tell your story.
Footnotes: (1) Requires the GoPro and Quik mobile apps. (2) GoPro Plus is a subscription service available in select territories. Cancel anytime. Auto upload to the cloud requires connection to an AC power plug (not included), full battery charge and GoPro Plus membership.
Actual product specifications may vary, and all features, functionality and other product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. GoPro, HERO, Session, Karma and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
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QuikStories EnabledHERO5 Black sends your footage to your phone where the app transforms it into an awesome edited video - automatically. |
4K Video + 12 MP PhotoStunning 4K video and 12MP photos in single, burst and time lapse modes. |
Rugged + WaterproofDurable by design, HERO5 Black is waterproof to 33ft (10m) without a housing. |
2-Inch Touch DisplayPreview and play back your shots, change settings and trim your footage, all on your GoPro. |
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Voice ControlEnjoy hands-free control of your GoPro using simple voice commands. |
Simple One-Button ControlA single press of the Shutter button powers the camera on and starts recording automatically. |
Video StabilizationHERO5 Black captures stunningly smooth video, whether it's handheld or mounted to your gear. |
Access + Share From AnywhereWith an optional GoPro Plus subscription, HERO5 Black can auto upload footage directly to the cloud for easy access on the go. |
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Photo | 12MP (With SuperPhoto) | 12MP | 10MP |
Video | 4K60 | 4K30 | 1080p60 |
Rugged + Waterproof | Down to 33ft (10m) | Down to 33ft (10m) | Down to 33ft (10m) |
Intuitive Touch Screen | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Voice Control | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Stabilization | HyperSmooth | ✓ | ✓ |
GPS Performance Stickers | ✓ | ✓ | |
Live Streaming | ✓ | ||
TimeWarp Video | ✓ | ||
Connects to Phone via Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 1.75 x 2.44 x 1.26 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
ASIN | B01M14ATO0 |
Item model number | CHDHX-502 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #46,634 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #182 in Sports & Action Video Cameras |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 17, 2016 |
Department | mens |
Manufacturer | GoPro Camera |
Country of Origin | China |
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Product Description
Capture different with Hero5 Black. Share immersive 4K perspectives that make you feel like you’re there. Hero5 Black makes it easy with its one-button simplicity, convenient touch display and ready-to-go waterproof design. Smooth, stabilized video, crystal-clear audio, and pro-quality photo capture combine with voice control and GPS to make Hero5 Black the most impressive GoPro ever. And when it’s time to edit and share, Hero5 Black automatically uploads footage to your GoPro Plus cloud account to provide easy access on any device. Then, create amazing videos automatically with Quick, the GoPro mobile editing app. Your life as you’ve never seen it-Hero5 Black.
Whats Included:
Hero5 Black Camera
The Frame (Hero5 Black)
Rechargeable Battery (Hero5 Black)
Curved Adhesive Mount
Flat Adhesive Mount
Mounting Buckle
USB-C Cable
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Customers like the picture quality, quality and appearance of the camcorder. They mention that it takes great looking 720p, 1080p and 4K video, even in high action scenarios. They appreciate the well-built construction and the wide angle lens. They say the LCD screen is awesome and it works better than before. However, some customers dislike the battery life and have mixed opinions on performance, seal, value, and ease of use.
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Customers generally like the quality of the camcorder. They mention that it's well built, has great quality, and is a fantastic piece of equipment. The hardware is hardened and appears to be very durable. The software is not bad and is feature rich.
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"...The case is well made and easily connects to several mounts...." Read more
"...♦︎ There is NO MEMORY with the camera. It seems GoPro could have thrown in a compatible Micro SD card for the price paid...." Read more
"...As rugged and durable as this camera is for a lot of very active outdoor use, you might be like me, someone who has lived out maybe 15 or 20 of his..." Read more
Customers like the picture quality of the camcorder. They mention that it takes great quality video in high action scenarios, and the footage is awesome. The camera is waterproof and has different modes, and it can capture the most unreal movies. The built-in image stabilizing is pretty good, and you can really shoot some awesome clips.
"...on my full face snorkel with gopro adapter for 1 week and captured the most unreal movies and never once fogged up or stopped working...." Read more
"...In stock form the GoPro HERO5 Black is awesome. Video quality is super and I usually use 1080p 60fps settings for YouTube video...." Read more
"...What I like about this camera:☆ Takes great looking 720p, 1080p and 4K video, even in low light conditions...." Read more
"I upgraded from a GoPro 4 Black. Not much difference in video quality that i could notice...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the camcorder. They mention that the video looks great, the touchscreen makes it accessible for a GoPro, and the wide angle lens makes every shot look breathtaking. They also appreciate the LCD screen, Bluetooth, and voice commands. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.
"...stick in the kit compliments the bodi floaty (above) and again, looks totally cool...." Read more
"...The image quality while recording at 4K is stunningly beautiful, not to take away from the great quality at 1080P or 720P, as those deserve their..." Read more
"...Manually recorded 1080p and 4k video which looked fantastic! Was loving the camera!..." Read more
"...♦︎ The HERO5 I received had a few visual flaws on the camera and skeleton. Quality control from GoPro may be lacking...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the camcorder. Some mention that it works really well, while others say that it's not usable for action and that the LCD screen was not working.
"......" Read more
"...The Capture App that you use with the HERO5 works flawlessly, you can see the viewer on your phone, exactly what the camera sees, and you can turn..." Read more
"...I did and Hero 5 still isn't working correctly.Its a shame, since I do really like the Hero 5.7/20/17 - Update..." Read more
"...change settings by touch (video quality, field of view...) works really well and examples on screen very helpful...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the ease of use of the camcorder. Some mention that it's easy to use, the quick instruction guide is easy to understand, and the video editor is quick and easy. However, others say that the directions are poor, confusing, and frustrating. The camera is very basic with limited ability, and doesn't come with a user's manual.
"...completely waterproof. Crystal clear, easy to figure out...." Read more
"...The GoPro is easy to use and easy to download using their software...." Read more
"...Very confusing/fustrating. I just updated the camera to the latest firmware, so hopefully that helps...." Read more
"...☆ The touchscreen has clear directions, is responsive to touch and bright enough to be easy to see in bright conditions...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the camcorder. Some mention it's worth the price, while others say that it' a little expensive and not worth the money.
"...They are fairly reasonably priced here on Amazon. I also invested into Cyberlink Power Director as my video editing software...." Read more
"...I think it's crazy expensive... but then again what GoPro accessory isn't if it's been branded as such?..." Read more
"...Overall, well worth the money, and for GoPro fans, its a no brainer...." Read more
"...sucks as you can only use the adaptor that GoPro sells and this is not cheap and adds more stuff just to use an external mic.3...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the seal of the camcorder. Some mention that the video quality is good, it's underwater ability, and that the box is clearly water damaged. However, others say that the seal is not actually watertight, and water had entered the battery compartment after 1 minute of use. Customers also say that GoPro doesn't cover water damages and that they have to reset everything after it' s dry for an hour or so.
"...Totally waterproof out of the box. I have been posting vids online and editing on the gopro cloud (too easy) and everyone loves the vid's/images...." Read more
"...GoPro doesn't cover water damages...." Read more
"...I like that the housing is waterproof and appreciate that I don't have to purchase a skeleton for it which might muffle the audio performance...." Read more
"...Well it BROKE, and now its $20 to replace this side door and its not waterproof until i replace it...." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the battery life of the camcorder. They mention that the battery dies quick, it can barely last couple of hours, and the official battery is the worst. Some customers also report that the camera has powering issues and is incompatible with aftermarket batteries.
"...My only complaint is battery life, between the GPS for telemetry, wifi to aim and check the views, the battery itself don't last as long as I'd like...." Read more
"...my apology's This is where the 5 star is earned! thanks! battery dies quick but that was the heat mostly. Thanks" Read more
"...10/5/17 - UpdateThe replacement camera started having powering issues and the Wifi problem showed itself on this camera...." Read more
"...The reason for the 4 star is that the battery seems to drain quickly and also wish the camera was just a little bigger since we won't be mounting to..." Read more
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Totally fun and 4k video is UNREAL!
You only live once so GET ONE!
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Update: Been using for over 1 month almost non-stop. And, forgot to mention; I had this camera attached to the bodi-floaty all day long, floating in water without any case what-so-ever and did that for 7 days straight. Totally waterproof out of the box. I have been posting vids online and editing on the gopro cloud (too easy) and everyone loves the vid's/images. Actually had a relative think we hired someone to shoot vids of our condo lol.
I went straight for the Samsung Pro Plus 128GB MicroSDXC Memory Card and it works flawlessly and holds TONS of video in 4K.
-----last update for newbies like me that don't know what else to order or what they might need. I got lucky as all of the addons I bought worked out excellent. Take a look and maybe this will help you pick a handy accessory:
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My new memory came in and works perfect. Different model than my first 128gb but I see no difference other than price.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DOB6YUQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
My addons - took with me on the trip.
1) Extra Thumbscrews: Perfect fit and look cool in alloy purple. Nice rubber washer on each one too for snug fit -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CUAEOJ6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
2) First 128gb mem I bought works perfect. Tried a new brand (up top) for the hell of it. Can’t tell the difference between either – both work just fine and store major amounts of movies and/or a billion images. -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CO48M36/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
3) 2 extra batteries kit. Identical to the stock GoPro Batteries and last all day doing scuba and taking shots. Never left the recorder going for more than 15 mins at 4k so cant say exactly how long you will get out of these but I easily recorded over 1 hours worth of 4k movies with images tossed in. -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWKCIQN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
4) Floaty was awesome. Keeps the camera boyant if you drop it under water and does not get in the way of shooting at all. Easy to see and fit perfect. Looks cool too. -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ETXS4MO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
5) Dual charger for my 3 batteries. Works fast charging two at a time in about 1 hour. No problems and shows green light when batts are charged. Small and fits nice in my accessory bag -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ETXS4MO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
6) Perfect accessory bag fits everything and more. Mine is packed! Small slots for mem, all my batteries, charger and cables. Holds my floaty, my short gopro stick (the fat one that comes with the accessory kits) and my extended type selfie stick. Nice and light and zips up. Good quality. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PMMB4X8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s09?ie=UTF8&psc=1
7) Not really a gopro accessory but if you are going snorkeling you MUST get one of these. We had them sucked to our face for a week and got some awesome underwater footage of kids and fish that look like ‘finding nemo’ movie. Try them out – they are awesome. Not cheap $$ wise but I sent so much on crap for my trip that I said what the hell, just do it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01K3Q16AI/ref=od_aui_detailpages02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
9) Lastly, this kit has more crap in it than you can imagine. I don’t know what half of the parts are for but maybe someday I’ll have a need and reach in the bag to figure out what to do with what. The floaty stick in this kit is good for snorkeling. The selfie sticks are too skinny and both of mine are metal so I didn’t want to take them underwater. The fat floaty stick in the kit compliments the bodi floaty (above) and again, looks totally cool. A few of my thumbscrews wound up rusty after 2 days in the saltwater and I cant remember if they were the ones that came with this kit or what. Either way, get some extra thumbscrews – longer the better. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PLBXUMS/ref=od_aui_detailpages05?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thats it!
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2017
Totally fun and 4k video is UNREAL!
You only live once so GET ONE!
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Update: Been using for over 1 month almost non-stop. And, forgot to mention; I had this camera attached to the bodi-floaty all day long, floating in water without any case what-so-ever and did that for 7 days straight. Totally waterproof out of the box. I have been posting vids online and editing on the gopro cloud (too easy) and everyone loves the vid's/images. Actually had a relative think we hired someone to shoot vids of our condo lol.
I went straight for the Samsung Pro Plus 128GB MicroSDXC Memory Card and it works flawlessly and holds TONS of video in 4K.
-----last update for newbies like me that don't know what else to order or what they might need. I got lucky as all of the addons I bought worked out excellent. Take a look and maybe this will help you pick a handy accessory:
start----
1-29-17
My new memory came in and works perfect. Different model than my first 128gb but I see no difference other than price.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DOB6YUQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
My addons - took with me on the trip.
1) Extra Thumbscrews: Perfect fit and look cool in alloy purple. Nice rubber washer on each one too for snug fit -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CUAEOJ6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
2) First 128gb mem I bought works perfect. Tried a new brand (up top) for the hell of it. Can’t tell the difference between either – both work just fine and store major amounts of movies and/or a billion images. -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CO48M36/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
3) 2 extra batteries kit. Identical to the stock GoPro Batteries and last all day doing scuba and taking shots. Never left the recorder going for more than 15 mins at 4k so cant say exactly how long you will get out of these but I easily recorded over 1 hours worth of 4k movies with images tossed in. -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWKCIQN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
4) Floaty was awesome. Keeps the camera boyant if you drop it under water and does not get in the way of shooting at all. Easy to see and fit perfect. Looks cool too. -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ETXS4MO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
5) Dual charger for my 3 batteries. Works fast charging two at a time in about 1 hour. No problems and shows green light when batts are charged. Small and fits nice in my accessory bag -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ETXS4MO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
6) Perfect accessory bag fits everything and more. Mine is packed! Small slots for mem, all my batteries, charger and cables. Holds my floaty, my short gopro stick (the fat one that comes with the accessory kits) and my extended type selfie stick. Nice and light and zips up. Good quality. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PMMB4X8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s09?ie=UTF8&psc=1
7) Not really a gopro accessory but if you are going snorkeling you MUST get one of these. We had them sucked to our face for a week and got some awesome underwater footage of kids and fish that look like ‘finding nemo’ movie. Try them out – they are awesome. Not cheap $$ wise but I sent so much on crap for my trip that I said what the hell, just do it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01K3Q16AI/ref=od_aui_detailpages02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
9) Lastly, this kit has more crap in it than you can imagine. I don’t know what half of the parts are for but maybe someday I’ll have a need and reach in the bag to figure out what to do with what. The floaty stick in this kit is good for snorkeling. The selfie sticks are too skinny and both of mine are metal so I didn’t want to take them underwater. The fat floaty stick in the kit compliments the bodi floaty (above) and again, looks totally cool. A few of my thumbscrews wound up rusty after 2 days in the saltwater and I cant remember if they were the ones that came with this kit or what. Either way, get some extra thumbscrews – longer the better. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PLBXUMS/ref=od_aui_detailpages05?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thats it!
The battery life is ok considering the GoPro is notorious for using up battery quickly when filming video. On Standby and regular photos the battery life is good. I purchased 3 more genuine GoPro batteries and dual battery charger. That $80 investment removes any stress worrying about battery life. The case is well made and easily connects to several mounts. I would recommend spending a little more and purchase Joby mounts - the only mounts I trust to hold a $500 camera. I use ScanDisk Extreme 64GB microSDXC UHS-1 Cards in my GoPro HERO5 Black because it can handle the 4K resolution and play back speed. They are fairly reasonably priced here on Amazon. I also invested into Cyberlink Power Director as my video editing software. I am now officially addicted to using my GoPro.
Bottom line is I would recommend the GoPro HERO5 Black to anyone who is looking to get into the video filming or even use it a digital camera. Once you get to using it, you will love it as much as I do. This is an awesome little camera and you will not regret getting it!
I will primarily be using this cam to vlog, but I also plan on putting the cam on my dogs and will take it rafting and fishing this summer. I like that the housing is waterproof and appreciate that I don't have to purchase a skeleton for it which might muffle the audio performance. There is also a port which is not covered by the included frame (skeleton) which can be used by a GoPro microphone adapter to add an external microphone to the camera. I think it's crazy expensive... but then again what GoPro accessory isn't if it's been branded as such? If interested... GoPro Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter (HERO5 Black/HERO5 Session) (GoPro Official Accessory).
What I like about this camera:
☆ Takes great looking 720p, 1080p and 4K video, even in low light conditions.
☆ 1080P at 120fps is a sweet spot for video reviews.
☆ Audio without an external microphone is quite good.
☆ Raw Audio: "This setting applies only to the Video capture mode and creates a
separate .wav file for your video, in addition to the standard .mp4 audio
track. You can select the level of processing to apply to the RAW audio
track. This setting is useful if you want a separate .wav file to share or use
in post-processing."
☆ It's easy to get started using it after viewing a brief onscreen tutorial.
☆ The recommended Micro SD cards are listed on the GoPro website. I purchased the Sandisk Extreme PLUS - Flash Memory Card - 64 GB - MicroSDXC UHS-I, Gold/Red (SDSQXSG-064G-ANCMA) for forty dollars and it immediately was recognized by the HERO5 and I was able to record both video at 1080P and 4K without a hitch.
From the GoPro HERO5 Black manual:
" Use brand name memory cards that meet these requirements:
• microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC
• Class 10 or UHS-I rating
• Capacity up to 128GB
** For a list of the recommended microSD cards visit the GoPro website or do a Google search to get it."
☆ The touchscreen has clear directions, is responsive to touch and bright enough to be easy to see in bright conditions.
☆ Being able to easily change settings by touch (video quality, field of view...) works really well and examples on screen very helpful.
☆ Turning the camera on and off is easily accomplished, as well as switching from photos to video.
☆ Photos taken with the HERO5 are very good at 12MP.
☆ WDR and RAW photo capabilities.
☆ Advanced image stabilization seems to work really well.
☆ Battery life of approximately 2 hours - shooting 1080P - works great with a 64GB SanDsk Extreme Plus card.
☆ GoPro Capture software for iOS allows for remote control of the camera.
☆ Voice Control is possible with this GoPro camera!
☆ One-button recording is quick and easy to use.
☆ Enabling GPS allows for geo-marking photos and video.
☆ GoPro Quik software allows users to view, edit and produce quality videos from their PC, Mac or iOS device.
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What I wish was better:
♦︎ The HERO5 comes with virtually no directions. I had to go online to look-up where the charging port was located, and while it comes with voice command capabilities - there's nothing that ships with it to tell you how to do it. You can however, go to the GoPro website and click Support. From there you enter your product and what language if preferred.
♦︎ The HERO5 I received had a few visual flaws on the camera and skeleton. Quality control from GoPro may be lacking.
♦︎ There is NO MEMORY with the camera. It seems GoPro could have thrown in a compatible Micro SD card for the price paid.
♦︎ Charging of the camera from 7% battery took 1 hour - a little longer than I'd like.
♦︎ Ships with a charging cable USB-C; the new standard which not everyone has as of yet, but no mini HDMI to HDMI cable is included. If you want an extra here's one: Cable Matters USB 2.0 Type C (USB-C) to Type A (USB-A) Cable in Black 6.6 Feet that's about seven bucks.
♦︎ No Mini HDMI to HDMI cable included. Needed if you want to hook it up to a HDTV to view content vs hooking up to a PC or taking out the microSD card. Yet another thing to buy!
♦︎ At present off-branded batteries do not work with this GoPro cam after a firmware update - you've got to buy GoPro batteries.
♦︎ If you will be working with 4K video, you will probably need a fast PC to use GoPro Quik Desktop software. While Windows 64-bit systems: Win 7, 8.1, and 10 are supported and Mac OS 10.10X or later, Intel Quad Core i7 processors are recommended and an Intel HD Graphics 4000 or better. NO 32-bit support. Alternatively you can load to the cloud and edit with iOS.
♦︎ You can buy space on the GoPro Plus cloud storage is available to store all your photos and video, and share them on social media while you're on the go, but once again... more to buy. Consider other options like Dropbox Pro or Amazon.
♦︎ No screen protectors or lens cap comes with the HERO5, and must be purchased separately.
♦︎ While the camera is waterproof, the doors to the charging port and battery compartments don't seem particularly strong. Care should be taken when gaining access to each compartment to maintain this feature. NOTE: In the manual found on the GoPro website (Support) you can learn how to take the charging port door off.
♦︎ GoPro warranty... "Every GoPro comes with a 30 day money back guarantee and a one year GoPro warranty that covers manufacturer defects. This doesn’t cover accidental damage...". I think that's pathetic considering how much you pay for these cams, but you can buy GoPro Care within 60 days for an additional $39 from GoPro. "GoPro Care is like AppleCare for your GoPro. It extends the coverage from manufacturer defects to two years, and it adds accidental coverage to your GoPro for two years." You will pay $79 for accidental damage claims even with GoPro Care, but there are a few other perks that having this coverage provides.
"In addition to a better GoPro Care warranty, buying GoPro Care adds three more features that can help you get a replacement faster and better overall support. GoPro Care includes Rapid Camera Replacement which means that they will send a replacement camera wherever you are — even if you are on vacation or on a shoot. Premium Customer Support includes GoPro expert assistance that includes priority phone support, 24/7 chat and email support for camera and software problems. You also get access to GoPro consulting that can help you learn GoPro editing tips and tricks, access to special insider blogs and best practices." **Quotes taken from info on the Gotta Be Mobile website.
Info inside the box on how to obtain GoPro Care is in the box if you want it.
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Overall, I like this GoPro HERO5 action cam a lot, and I'm sure I'll have fun with it. It's certainly a step up from the GoPro HERO+ LCD [Ecommerce Packaging] I returned in terms of ease of use, audio quality and features.
While I wasn't sure the HERO5 was worth the money, my initial thoughts are it is and I'm glad I got it.
Obviously there are some things I wish were better and/or included with the HERO5 Black, and yet I'd still recommend it to others in the market for a similar camera. If I planned on using it for recording lots of active pursuits I'd definitely add the GoPro Care warranty.
In addition to an extra battery two other products I purchased for this camera include: Fetch Dog Harness Chest Mount for Gopro HERO 5/4/3 Black Silver Session(10-in-1) and GoPro Tripod Mounts (GoPro Official Mount).
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NOTE: I will update this review as I use this GoPro and adjust my star rating if needed.
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Fa sia foto che video, è impermeabile anche senza case subacqueo, anche se io l'ho utilizzato sempre per sicurezza.
12 megapixel, e video ad un massimo di 4 k 30 fps.
La stabilizzazione non è delle migliori e rovina leggermente la qualità del video.
Se uno vuole lanciarsi sulle action cam e ha una buona disponibilità economica, consiglio di acquistare la gopro hero 6 black oppure la gopro hero 7 black.
Il campo visivo è superview , ampio, medio o lineare.
Si possono anche vedere i video e le foto fatte e sentirne l'audio.
Nel complesso una buona action cam che resiste ancora bene sul mercato.