GoPro HERO4 BLACK

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Product Specifications

Professional 4K30, 2.7K60 and 1080p120 video, 720p240 video for super slow-motion playback and 12MP photos at up to 30 frames per second
Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® support the GoPro App, Smart Remote and more
Improved camera control and built-in video trimming lets you create and save short video clips right on your camera
Protune™ with SuperView™ delivers cinema-quality capture and advanced manual control for photos and video with the world’s most immersive wide-angle field of view
Night Photo and Night Lapse offer customizable exposure settings for nighttime shooting

Product Description

Style:Camera Only HERO4 Black takes Emmy Award-winning GoPro performance to the next level with our best image quality yet, plus a 2x more powerful processor that delivers super slow motion at 240 frames per second. Incredible high-resolution 4K30 and 2.7K60 video combines with 1080p120 and 720p240 slow motion to enable stunning, immersive footage of you and your world. Protune settings for both photos and video unlock manual control of Color, ISO Limit, Exposure and more. Waterproof to 131’ (40m) with 12MP photos at 30 frames per second and improved audio, HERO4 Black is the ultimate life-capture solution for those who demand the best.

What’s in the box? - HERO4 Black Camera - StandardHousing131’(40m) - Skeleton Backdoor - Rechargeable Battery - Curved Adhesive Mount - Flat Adhesive Mount - Quick Release Buckles - 3-Way Pivot Arm - USB Cable

Product Reviews

Answering your questions

If you’re like me when I bought the 4 Black, I had three main questions:1. Is it worth upgrading from the 3 to the 4? Short answer: mostly likely. Long answer: see below.2. Which version of the 4 should I get? Short: Are you a pro? Black. Otherwise, the HERO or 4 Silver.3. What else do I need? Short: a really fast microSD. Long: probably also some extra batteries==ONE==On upgrading - I used to own the 3+ Black. While the increased slow motion capabilities interested me, the big selling point is the 4K. In daylight, a GoPro with protune is actually surprisingly comparable to a dSLR (I do aerial cinematography for film sets). The only weak point of the 3rd generation was the softness / lack of sharpness. Now, I can film in 4k, downscale to 1080p, and it’s sharper than my Canon 6D! If you have paying clients, or are seriously building your portfolio, you should upgrade. But if you already own a version of the 3, and just film things for fun….save your money for adventures :)==TWO==If you do decide to upgrade (or this is your first GoPro), you have three good options BESIDES the Black:The $130 barebones HERO: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NIYNUXO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00NIYNUXO&linkCode=as2&tag=todmedblo-20&linkId=6RGQWHRXFRZSLFPYThe $300 HERO3+ Silver: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F3F0EIU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00F3F0EIU&linkCode=as2&tag=todmedblo-20&linkId=74K5GFVCEONUONTGThe $400 HERO4 Silver: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NIYJF6U/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00NIYJF6U&linkCode=as2&tag=todmedblo-20&linkId=UMGB6UAI466WOP6KThe GoPro website has a huge spreadsheet comparing all their features… but here’s how I think about it:If you’re using the GoPro to just capture memories, save your money for the memories and get the HERO.If you /think/ you’re interested in using your GoPro to make more serious footage (but don’t have any experience yet), pick the version of the Silver that best suites your budget. Note that the 4 Silver has a touchscreen back to help you frame your shots - that alone is worth the $100 if you can afford it.And if you’re already a heavy GoPro user (or filmmaker in general) with paying customers or past successes, get the Black. If you have a once in a lifetime trip approaching, and you have deep pockets, you might also consider the Black - but, for a lot of people, there are more meaningful things you can do with that extra money :)==THREE==Especially if you’re filming in 4K protune, you’re gonna want the fastest card you can get your hands on. I’ve been using this SanDisk without issue: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M55BS8G/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00M55BS8G&linkCode=as2&tag=todmedblo-20&linkId=UVLMTWAPOPKC6RT3It also gobbles through batteries. I seem to get about an hour of battery life, and that’s only filming about half the time. Thankfully, Wasabi once again has our back with a dual battery set w/charger for just $24: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OAAUZO2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00OAAUZO2&linkCode=as2&tag=todmedblo-20&linkId=O67BCZ56CZ4ABYS2

Powerful ! Works for me as both a professional videographer and an enthusiast

I’m a working professional videographer, but no i don’t put the same expectations on a camera like the hero4 that i do on my other bigger cameras. Up until now I’ve been using a hero 3 black for both professional and personal uses. Considering my satisfaction with the hero3, picking up a hero4 was inevitable**UPDATE: Took off a star for questionable issue: While i haven’t come across any major glitches, it does seem to hiccup here and there (my hero3 did the same), the heat that comes off it can be more than warm, but it seems others are experiencing rather hot temperatures. While not entirely reassuring, i’ve heard some folks have positive experiences dealing with gopro on their overheating matters. We’ll have to wait and see, so be sure to buy from a reputable dealer!What i like about the hero 4 black:-4K at usable framerates (hero3 could only do 15fps)-Sweet 120fps slow motion at 1080-More wireless connectivity(some hiccups, but can work)-More slowmotion-Sharpness is satisfactory-Lowlight is decent enough-More manual controlWhat’s not to like?-Battery still not great-No rear touchscreen-Doesn’t make bacon pancakes-Doesn’t banish ISIS members to the phantom zone(that place jor-el banished general zod to)New manual controls:Finally, you can make exposure adjustments! For instance: for night timelapses, you usually want longer exposure times/shutter speed, and you can now do it with this little cam. I need to play with this more to see how well it really performsNo screen:Many people are very confused as to why the silver edition has it but the black does not. Yea, it’s odd and i would have much preferred the flagship get the screen, that being said, i’ve gotten along very well with my screen-less hero 3, because i have a cautious understanding of the angles it can capture at narrow/medium/wide settings. I’ll usually use it as a backup/bonus angle that i don’t plan to rely on.That, and it has the phone app in case i need to verify i’m getting the angle i need. The new hero4 has even more connectivity and despite the lack of a screen, as long as you have some digital device with you, it can likely connect and give you a live view.My bottom line about the screen? You can always add a screen to the black, you cannot add the black features to the silver. The wifi connectivity suits me fine for framing.Size/weight:Not much change! That’s a good thing, still works with most of all the accessories/etc…Battery life:Seems nothing improved over the hero3, still under an hour per charge. Wasabi has a decent extended battery for the hero3, grab that up once they make it for the hero4.HeatPossible concern: Can get very warm depending on the settings, and i’ve seen some users experience very hot temperatures. we’ll have to see if this becomes a widespread thing, considering the hero’s size, you can’t imagine much heat dissipation designed into there. My main concern is the longevity of the device given the heat. heat wears electronics down, reducing their life, if this thing’s average temperature is 130degrees, how long will it live? Might be a valid concern, but can’t tell without real long testing.Resolution and Framerates:Of course the big headline feature is 4k, and that’s probably what you’re going to buy this thing mainly for. 4k allows for lots of reframing in editing if you’re still planning on outputting to 1080. The 4k from the hero4 looks pretty satisfying, maybe not as sharp as bigger/professional cameras, but this is a tiny actioncamera, and i don’t see it reasonable to hold it to quite the same standards. for a $500 pocket camera, it’s plenty good.Slow motion keeps getting better on the gopros, there’s not much else to say except that you’re now getting 1080 at 120fps. Something rare in a camera in this price range, my rx10 which is around a grand can only do 120fps at 720.Bitrate:4k gives you up to 60mpbs, which may sound low, but other more expensive cameras use a similar setup and get nice results, and the gopro does pretty well here as well. THe main area where you can see breakup in the codec is fast motion throughout the entire frame, but since all the angles are wide, and many of the details small, the breakup is pretty well controlled. Not perfect, but IMO plenty acceptable for this tiny camera.Summary, competitors:If you want 4k in a tiny, rugged camera, the hero4 is on a list of its own. While there are other cameras out there, the overall package gopro has with the hero4 black is impressive, and whether you’re a professional or just an enthusiast, it’ll get you some nice shots.

Black VS Silver

This camera is by far the most advanced gopro yet. People are complaining about the black edition not having an LCD screen and the cheaper silver version having an LCD. I’ll tell you exactly why, 1) the black edition isn’t for the average Joe who wants to play back what they’ve just shot. 2) the black edition is too powerful for an lcd screen. 4k30fps 2.7k50fps and the holy grail 1080p120fps. These are some powerful settings.Remember this is an ACTION camera, the people using the black edition aren’t worried about viewing what they’re shooting at the time, they’re focused on what they’re doing. Also, the gopro was designed to film yourself so you wouldn’t be looking at an LCD screen anyway.As far as the app goes, It’s simply to see the angle you’ve mounted your gopro at and to control the recording. For example, let’s say you mount it on your head and you want to make sure the angle is good, connect to the app, check your angle and hit record…Hope this review helps everyone who can’t decide between the black and silver.

Nominated for worst documentation ever

GoPro gets my nomination for the WORST documentation ever! 1. Open the camera case and remove camera–how do you remove case? 2.

Didnt’ last long at all

Worked fine until about 2 months ago. Only had it about 4 months before it just stopped working. Go through Gopro and get a warranty!!

Remanufactured?!

Ordered this and came in a brown box with GoPro tape highley suspect that this is a re-manufactured unit.

GoPro Freezing

Received my Gopro In the mail turned it on and tried to go through the menu to the settings and after a few seconds it freezes.

I have got some of the most amazing family vacation videos from this and the HERO3 Black

I have got some of the most amazing family vacation videos from this and the HERO3 Black. It’s worth every penny.

Four Stars

good

Worst quality product that I ever seen

Use month and half. It’s doesn’t work now. When I turn on it hung itself. It’s very low quality products compared to prices. Technical support is not available.