GoPro HERO8 Black

Amazon.com Price: $299.99 (as of 11/07/2020 23:56 PST- Details)

Streamlined design: the reimagined shape is more pocketable, and folding fingers at the base let you swap mounts quickly. A new side door makes changing batteries even faster, and the lens is now 2x more impact resistant.
HyperSmooth 2.0: Smooth just got smoother. Now HERO8 Black has three levels of stabilization—On, High and Boost—so you can pick the best option for whatever you do. Get the widest views possible, or boost it up to the smoothest video ever offered in a HERO camera. Plus, HyperSmooth 2.0 works with all resolutions and frame rates, and features in-app horizon leveling.

Description

The latest in consumer cameras is the GoPro HERO8 Black, and the overall attention seems to be directed at the additional features that go along with the camera. It is worth noting that this is also a smaller, lighter version of the larger GoPro Hero Black. The most noticeable difference is the inclusion of higher resolution photos.

How does this affect the price? Higher resolution results in better clarity will help to bring down the price. In fact, the resolution of a camera goes a long way in determining its overall price. High-resolution photos also help to reduce light loss.

You may have been told that the price of the lower-priced Hero models was affected by the resolution, but the same is not true of the new models. The resolution in the newer HERO6 models does not get as high as the Black Edition models because the differences between the two models are negligible. The prices range between a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars.

Also, make sure that you see the original size that the model came out as. They have changed the lenses and added more resolution, but the original form of the camera has not changed. If you want to go to the store and check it out, you will have to wait until the day that the store receives the cameras to let you have your unit.

As you can see, the difference in resolution between the cameras is small enough that you can’t really tell a difference without comparing it with the original model. When it comes to the price of the camera, you can save money by buying a Hero model and adding an extra feature later.

The GoPro HERO6 models and the GoPro HERO8 Black both include high definition recording, meaning that they record in four times the resolution of standard HD. High definition recording is especially helpful for those who are trying to capture the events in person and at a fast speed. For instance, you can take a high-definition video of any sporting event without having to watch the action on your TV screen.

How about stabilization? The Hero models use a motion stabilizer that uses gyroscopic technology to eliminate the effects of movement. The Hero models do not use this technology, but they still offer high definition footage. They also have a lens design that helps to reduce distortion. The clarity of the video is improved with this design.

Do they have water-resistant cameras? Yes, but the higher-end models have a better rating than the lower-priced models. The Hero models have a rating of ten meters of waterproof, but the higher-end models have a rating of twenty meters of waterproof. The high-end models have a very strong and durable construction.

Since you will be using the camera in cold climates, make sure that you check to see if it has a polarizing filter. Polarizing filters help to reduce glare and produce clear footage that is free from reflections. However, water-resistant cameras do not come with a polarizing filter.

The ultimate goal is to have the best viewing screen possible. The Hero models use an LCD display that is higher resolution and clearer than that of the lower-priced models. Of course, the images are not high definition, but they are clear and easier to read. The Hero models use a slightly smaller screen.

One feature that should not be ignored is a larger battery. These cameras have a longer recording time than the cheaper models, but the batteries will not last forever. A larger battery is something that every user should consider. Even a Hero model with a higher resolution will get run down before the battery dies out.

Overall, the GoPro HERO8 Black is a great camera with a few extra features. It does not have the newest technology like the other models, but it does have a few features that help it stand out from the crowd.