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  • GoPro HERO5 Black & HERO5 Session video 1 minutes 47 seconds
  • Capturing Photos and Video on HERO5 and HERO6 video 1 minutes 42 seconds
  • Get Started with QuikStories for HERO5 and HERO6 video 1 minutes 58 seconds

GoPro - HERO5 Session 4K Action Camera - Black

Model:
CHDHS-501
SKU:
5579152
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Customer reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1146 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers consistently note the excellent video quality and ease of use of the HERO5 Session 4K Action Camera. Its compact size and waterproof capabilities are also frequently praised, while some users mention limitations in battery life and the lack of a built-in screen. The camera's performance in low-light conditions also received mixed feedback.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Everything it was advertised to be

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    It is everything it was advertised to be. Have enjoyed using and having it.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great for Drones

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    I used to GoPro 5 session works great no issues great battery time very durable

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great for pics and vids

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Recording quality is fantastic! The wide angle is great for taking group pictures.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Works perfect

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this for a vacation and it worked as expected.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Crear camera

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    excellent camera. I'm very happy. I recommend my friends buy at Best Buy

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great gift, my daughter was so thrilled! This will last her a long time!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • For My Granddaughter

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My granddaughter was very excited to get this for birthday. She loves using it.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Awesome Action Camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I fly FPV drones and the GoPro Session 5 is the flagship of HD Action cameras.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Hip stuff

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Shoot any moment at any circumstance and environment never lost a chance

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Beginner

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got it as a gift. Still trying to figure it out as I am technology illiterate

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great but not for a beginner

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got this for my tween for xmas and we're still figuring out how it works. Overall fun camera, great angles.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great quality

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Battery does last ling. Get about 2 hrs but may need to carry charger if on road trip

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • An amazing tiny camera

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I hope they improve upon this model in the future.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this for my trip to Hawaii and the underwater action was incredible!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A great camera for price and functionality I would definitely recommend this

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Perfect size and great quality

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect size and great quality. Wish it could record 4K at 60 fps though.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best affordable under water camera out there. So happy with this purchase.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Great Camera!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So much fun! We have enjoyed using this to film all our family events!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great camera and great price.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am glad we purchased this camera. I would recommend it anyway as a camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the go pro. Have used it numerous times and very happy with the product

    I would recommend this to a friend
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