GoPro - HERO8 Black 4K Waterproof Action Camera - Black
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Specifications
- Effective Pixels12 megapixelsStandardized Video Resolution4K (2160p)
- Key Specs
- Effective Pixels: 12 megapixels (The actual number of pixels which make up the viewable image.)
- Standardized Video Resolution: 4K (2160p) (An approximated measurement of the product’s video resolution. This may not be the exact resolution of the product, which may be slightly more or less when using a pixel-by-pixel measurement.)
- General
- Brand: GoPro
- Model Number: CHDHX-801
- Product Name: HERO8 Black 4K Waterproof Action Camera
- Color: Black
- Imaging
- Image Sensor Type: CMOS (CCD and CMOS are the two main technologies used in image sensors. CCD, the older of the two types, turns analog light signals into digital pixels. This conversion happens without distortion, resulting in high-quality images. Newer CMOS sensors use transistors at each pixel to move electrical charges. CMOS sensors are typically less expensive, but also require more light to create distortion-free images.)
- Digital Zoom: None (A digital zoom is accomplished electronically, with no adjustment of the camera's optics, and no optical resolution gained in the process. The existing data is not enhanced or added to, merely displayed at a lower resolution, thereby giving an illusion of an enlarged image.)
- Low Light/High Sensitivity: true (High sensitivity digital imaging devices are designed to work in low light conditions to produce a high dynamic range image.)
- Image File Format(s): RAW (Standardized software format(s) of storing digital images. The type of format chosen for capturing and compressing the image can determine quality, level of detail, and storage space required.)
- Exposure Control
- Effective Pixels: 12 megapixels (The actual number of pixels which make up the viewable image.)
- Display
- Display Type: LCD
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (The measurement of the width of a screen compared to the height of a screen, expressed as a ratio.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Video
- Standardized Video Resolution: 4K (2160p) (An approximated measurement of the product’s video resolution. This may not be the exact resolution of the product, which may be slightly more or less when using a pixel-by-pixel measurement.)
- Maximum Video Frame Rate: Up to 60 fps (The maximum frequency at which consecutive images can be captured by a video recording device.)
- HDR Mode: true (HDR Mode uses multiple photos taken at different exposures to add more dynamic range to photographs. HDR technology displays content with greater contrast between bright and dark, resulting in clearer and more lifelike images.)
- Slow Motion Recording: true
- Storage
- Number of Memory Card Slots: 1
- Compatibility
- Memory Card Compatibility: microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC (The type of memory card(s) recommended for use with the product.)
- Features
- Face Detection: true (A function that automatically detects human faces and then sets focus and appropriate exposure to capture them.)
- Action Camera: true
- Night Recording: true (The ability to capture and record video in low-light conditions, typically via infrared light or intensifier tubes that amplify existing light to illuminate the scene.)
- Wind Noise Reduction: true (If you take a lot of outside videos, in windy conditions, you'll need to make sure you have wind noise reduction on your camcorder. It does just what it says it does, cuts down the noise of the wind as it hits the microphone.)
- Connectivity
- Wireless Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
- Power
- Rechargeable Battery: true
- Removable Battery: true
- Battery Size: Battery pack (The battery size required for operation.)
- Performance
- Protective Qualities: Waterproof, Water resistant
- Maximum Depth of Water Resistance: 33 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
- Included
- Batteries Included: true (Indicates whether the product comes with the required batteries for its operation.)
- Memory Card Included: false (Indicates whether a memory card is included.)
- Other
- UPC: 818279024869
Capture smooth time lapse videos with this GoPro HERO8 camera. The HyperSmooth stabilization technology offers two levels of stabilization for smooth video reproduction, while the optional media mod offers advanced customization, giving aspiring creators a convenient way of adding more lighting and pro-quality audio to their footage. This GoPro HERO8 camera features a streamlined design with folding fingers at the base for swapping mounts quickly.
- Intuitive touch screen: Three main capture modes with streamlined settings make navigating easy.
- Face, Smile, Blink and Scene detection: Camera knows when you face the camera, smile, blink and more. The GoPro app uses those details to handpick your best shots and create amazing videos.
- CMOS image sensor: Features detailed and clear video and still images.
- SuperPhoto technology: Intelligently applies HDR, local tone mapping, or noise reduction to optimize your shots.
- HyperSmooth 2.0: Offers three levels of stabilization so you can pick the best option for whatever you do, and allows for up to 8x slow motion for full immersing into these epic moments.
- 12.0MP photos: HERO8 takes high-quality 12.0MP photos. The RAW mode delivers maximum flexibility and is now available for burst photos.
- Voice control: Go hands-free with 14 voice commands even if the camera is off.
- LiveBurst: Record the moments 1.5 seconds before and after your shot, so you can choose the best single frame for the perfect photo.
- Advanced noise suppression: Actively filters out wind, vibration, and handling noise for crisper, clearer audio quality.
- TimeWarp 2.0: Capture super stabilized time lapse videos with automatic speed adjustments based on motion, scene detection, and lighting.
- Live streaming: Share your story as you live it with video streaming to Facebook Live, YouTube and more.
- Digital lenses: Allows you to toggle between Narrow, Linear, Wide and SuperView.
- GPS and motion sensors: Captures your location, altitude and speed, so you can share your feats of greatness by adding GPS performance stickers to your videos in the GoPro app.
- Night lapse video: Capture amazing time lapse videos at night in 4K, 2.7K 4:3, 1440p or 1080p.
- MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC card slot: Allows you to save your media to a card. (MicroSD card is not included.)
- Photo Timer: Makes it easy to grab a GoPro selfie or group shot with your whole crew in the frame.
- HEVC video format support: Use High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) to reduce file size without losing any image quality.
- GoPro app: Lets you control your camera remotely, start and stop recording, and off-load media.
- Intuitive touch screen: Three main capture modes with streamlined settings make navigating easy.
- Face, Smile, Blink and Scene detection: Camera knows when you face the camera, smile, blink and more. The GoPro app uses those details to handpick your best shots and create amazing videos.
- CMOS image sensor: Features detailed and clear video and still images.
- SuperPhoto technology: Intelligently applies HDR, local tone mapping, or noise reduction to optimize your shots.
- HyperSmooth 2.0: Offers three levels of stabilization so you can pick the best option for whatever you do, and allows for up to 8x slow motion for full immersing into these epic moments.
- 12.0MP photos: HERO8 takes high-quality 12.0MP photos. The RAW mode delivers maximum flexibility and is now available for burst photos.
- Voice control: Go hands-free with 14 voice commands even if the camera is off.
- LiveBurst: Record the moments 1.5 seconds before and after your shot, so you can choose the best single frame for the perfect photo.
- Advanced noise suppression: Actively filters out wind, vibration, and handling noise for crisper, clearer audio quality.
- TimeWarp 2.0: Capture super stabilized time lapse videos with automatic speed adjustments based on motion, scene detection, and lighting.
- Live streaming: Share your story as you live it with video streaming to Facebook Live, YouTube and more.
- Digital lenses: Allows you to toggle between Narrow, Linear, Wide and SuperView.
- GPS and motion sensors: Captures your location, altitude and speed, so you can share your feats of greatness by adding GPS performance stickers to your videos in the GoPro app.
- Night lapse video: Capture amazing time lapse videos at night in 4K, 2.7K 4:3, 1440p or 1080p.
- MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC card slot: Allows you to save your media to a card. (MicroSD card is not included.)
- Photo Timer: Makes it easy to grab a GoPro selfie or group shot with your whole crew in the frame.
- HEVC video format support: Use High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) to reduce file size without losing any image quality.
- GoPro app: Lets you control your camera remotely, start and stop recording, and off-load media.
Whats Included
- Curved adhesive mount
- GoPro HERO8 Black Live Streaming Action Camera
- Mounting buckle with thumb screw
- Owner's manual
- Rechargeable battery
- USB-C cable
- Curved adhesive mount
- GoPro HERO8 Black Live Streaming Action Camera
- Mounting buckle with thumb screw
- Owner's manual
- Rechargeable battery
- USB-C cable
Product Manuals
Q: What is the difference between the Hero 7 and Hero 8
A: Some of the new features launched with the HERO8 include an improved stabilization process called HyperSmooth 2.0, an improved stabilized time lapse option that allows you to toggle a single shot in and out of real time to time lapse, and built-in mounting fingers that mean you don't need an extra Frame to mount the GoPro. The HERO8 is also compatible with our upcoming Mods, which will allow you to add on a microphone, a light, and an additional display screen.
Q: Does the GoPro come with an underwater case?
A: This GoPro is waterproof down to 33 feet without the need for an additional housing, so the HERO8 Black does not come with a separate underwater case. If you plan to take the HERO8 Black deeper than 33 feet, there is a separate protective housing available.
Q: Can you "overcharge" the battery by leaving it on the charger for too long?
A: If you're charging the battery in the camera or using GoPro's Dual Battery Charger, the charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged.
A: Yes, the HERO8 Black can be powered externally by connecting a power supply to the GoPro using the USB-C port. You'll want to make sure the power supply can provide power at 5v 1-2A. Most USB power plugs like an iPhone power plug will work great. And yes, GoPro cameras use chaptering to break long recordings into shorter files. You can then join the files together into a single clip when you edit the clips.
A: It does not. There are 3rd party "tricks" for getting it to work as a webcam but it is clunky and requires you to download software onto your PC from less reputable sources. The "livestream" feature works through social media platforms and actually has about a full minute of delay. I wanted this camera for teaching class live but it did not work.
Q: how big of a SD card can you use in the 8
A: For the HERO8 Black, cards up to 512GB are on our list of recommended cards. Note that GoPro cameras require high-quality cards. Please check out the list of recommended cards on the GoPro site for more details.
Q: Does this camera record sound when you are videoing?
A: Yes, the HERO8 Black records audio and video.
Q: how long does the battery when recording ?
A: With the HERO8 Black, this time can range from 45 to about 80 minutes depending on what settings you choose. Details are available at https://gopro.com/help/articles/block/gopro-camera-battery-life#HERO8_Black.
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Capture smooth time lapse videos with this GoPro HERO8 camera. The HyperSmooth stabilization technology offers two levels of stabilization for smooth video reproduction, while the optional media mod offers advanced customization, giving aspiring creators a convenient way of adding more lighting and pro-quality audio to their footage. This GoPro HERO8 camera features a streamlined design with folding fingers at the base for swapping mounts quickly.
Our smallest 4K camera features a rugged super light design that’s a fraction of the size and weight of other GoPro cameras, but still waterproof to 16ft. Streamlined controls let you record 4K video, immersive photos and slow-motion shots with a press of the shutter button. After recording, play back your video on the GoPro Quik app. HyperSmooth video stabilization will automatically smooth out the shakes in your footage. Plug HERO in to charge and your footage will be uploaded to the cloud, turned into a highlight video and sent to your phone so you can relive your adventure and share the fun.
HERO13 Black is the camera for every creator. In addition to the 5.3K60 video and legendary GoPro durability, it’s compatible with new HB-Series Lenses. These lenses expand your capture capabilities for the most immersive POV shots, the ability to focus closer than ever, easy-to-achieve motion blur using neutral density filters and cinematic anamorphic footage. A new more powerful Enduro battery extends recording time in all weather conditions, while an updated mounting system gives HERO13 Black more mounting flexibility than any GoPro before it. With essential GoPro features including HyperSmooth 6.0 video stabilization, automatic highlight videos and the ability to auto upload your footage to the cloud, HERO13 Black is a powerful combination of great tech and endless creative possibilities.
HERO13 Black is the camera for every creator. In addition to the 5.3K60 video and legendary GoPro durability, it’s compatible with new HB-Series Lenses. These lenses expand your capture capabilities for the most immersive POV shots, the ability to focus closer than ever, easy-to-achieve motion blur using neutral density filters and cinematic anamorphic footage. A new more powerful Enduro battery extends recording time in all weather conditions, while an updated mounting system gives HERO13 Black more mounting flexibility than any GoPro before it. With essential GoPro features including HyperSmooth 6.0 video stabilization, automatic highlight videos and the ability to auto upload your footage to the cloud, HERO13 Black is a powerful combination of great tech and endless creative possibilities.
| Pros for GoPro - HERO8 Black 4K Waterproof Action Camera - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| There were no pros for this product— | Video Quality, Overall Performance, Ease of Use, Size, Weight | Overall Performance, Video Quality, Ease of Use, Included Accessories, Stabilization | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for GoPro - HERO8 Black 4K Waterproof Action Camera - Black | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Battery Life, SD Card | Battery Life, Heat Dissipation, Connectivity | There were no cons for this product— |
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Camera BUT . . .
My original reason for buying the GoPro Hero 8 Black was to create video content from my motorcycle. The camera is capable of so much more! Since it will take both video and still photos, including under water, it has replaced all of my other cameras. Wide range of settings precisely control the content. But you need to know. 1. No written instruction are included and the on-line Go Pro instructions are not for beginners. Thankfully, great third-party videos exist on YouTube. I bought mine about a month ago and am now just feeling confident in its operation, including content transfer. Once you learn how to operate the camera, its operation is straight forward. Plan to spend some time learning to use it. 2. Plan to spend some money on accessories, including at least one spare battery--it eats power. Mounts and cases are essential for usages. 3. Takes forever to upload video content. You will learn patience. 4. Plan to buy multiple SD cards so that you can upload content files via your computer without tying up your camera. 5. It works with Mac devices, but more steps and different apps are required.
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Motorcycle Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good investment. Great action camera.
I bought this action camera for my trip to Cancun. It worked great and due to the fact that it is waterproof, I was able to do some snorkeling with it and didn't have any issues. Quality of the video was great and even the audio sounded well even when i was in the water with it. The only downfall of this camera is that you need to buy accessories for it. I bought an extra battery and make sure you invest on a good sd card because then you will have issues with it. It's like driving a Lamborghini and pumping regular unleaded gas, so yeah get yourself a good one. The Quik app is also nice. You can edit your pics and videos there.
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JorgeGarcia Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GoPro Hero 8 Black, my new “GoTo” Vlogging Camera
GoPro in my opinion has finally bridged their quality action Hero line to vloggers. With the GPH8B’s fold-out “finger”, you‘ll not be needing a frame (cage) mount to connect it to a selfie-stick. Stabilization improvements over the Hero7 with horizon leveling is outstanding and soon adding the “Mods” (Media Mod, Display Mod, Light Mod) will make the GPH8B a contender against other vlogging cameras. The video modes presets and user interface shortcuts can help you make changes on the fly, going from a POV to time warp and back to normal with a touch. I highly recommend the GPH8B as an action camera and a vlogging camera.
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