Best GoPro Cameras

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The number of GoPro action cameras is growing every year. The American company has been producing not only the flagship model for a long time, but also several side ones. So why not talk about them? So, will introduce you to the best action cameras distributed under the GoPro brand and available for purchase right now.

Rating of the best GoPro cameras

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best GoPro Cameras: Recording Format Full HD	1	GoPro HD HERO3 White Edition	–
	2	GoPro HERO4 Session	RUB 12,999
Best GoPro Cameras: UHD 4K Recording Format	1	GoPro HERO4 Black	RUB 18,790
	2	GoPro HERO5 Black	RUB 14,300
	3	GoPro HERO6 Black	RUB 27,990

Best GoPro Cameras: Recording Format Full HD

GoPro HD HERO3 White Edition

Rating: 4.9

One of the oldest GoPro action cameras still available for purchase. It got into our rating due to its relatively low cost. In Russian stores, they ask for no more than 19 thousand rubles for this baby. And if you buy the device from your hands, you can save at least half of this amount!

Like other GoPro Hero cameras, the device surprises with its miniature size and weight, not exceeding 56 grams. The product is supplied with an underwater housing. A camera packed into it practically ceases to hear external sounds, but inside it, even scuba divers and divers can use the device. On the body of the gadget, you can find only a couple of keys. It is with their help that all control is realized. However, it is more convenient to work with the settings using a smartphone that is synchronized with the camera via Wi-Fi.

This action camera was announced and released a long time ago. In this regard, some of its characteristics have become outdated. In particular, it is unpleasantly surprising to be able to record video at 60 frames / s only at HD resolution. If you choose quality Full HD, then the frequency is reduced by exactly half. Otherwise, this is a very undemanding camera that is capable of storing content on a memory card of almost any class. It also boasts a very long operating time.

Advantages

• There is an HDMI output;

• There is a 'time-lapse' mode;

• The viewing angle reaches 170 degrees;

• Includes a case for underwater photography;

• Recording to any microSD memory card;

• Synchronization with a smartphone is possible;

• Quite good luminosity;

disadvantages

• In Full HD, the picture is written at 30 FPS;

• Buying a new camera looks unjustified;

• Not even a digital image stabilizer;

• The photos are lousy;

GoPro HERO4 Session

Rating: 4.8

For a long time, GoPro has only made flagship action cameras. But gradually it became clear that it was time to compete with the Chinese, who flooded the market of budget devices with their products. As a result, the GoPro HERO4 Session was born, without which our rating would definitely be incomplete. This device turned out to be the most compact, and it is capable of shooting in resolution Full HD or some lower one. The lack of a powerful processor here contributed to the increase in the duration of the shooting – in some modes the camera can work up to two hours.

The American manufacturer decided not to save on some structural elements. For example, he introduced two microphones here, thanks to which the software tries to fight against wind noise. Also, the camera is endowed with the usual modules Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

The device does not have an LCD display in the usual sense of the word. If you need to do framing, you will have to organize synchronization with your smartphone. Such a crumb weighs only 74 grams. The body of the gadget is waterproof – no underwater case is needed anymore. The disadvantage of this solution is the non-removable battery – if the charge runs out, then you can continue shooting video only by connecting an external battery.

Advantages

• Quite good equipment;

• Introduced dual microphone system;

• Implemented good protection against water;

• Decent battery life

• You can shoot time lapses;

• All major interfaces are present (except for NFC);

• The cost does not exceed 14 thousand rubles;

disadvantages

• The battery is non-removable;

• Not the best photo quality;

• High heating when synchronizing with a smartphone;

Best GoPro Cameras: UHD 4K Recording Format

GoPro HERO4 Black

Rating: 5.0

A wonderful action camera that many video bloggers still use. The device appeared a few years ago, but this does not prevent it from being in demand now. The gadget got into our rating due to its good light sensitivity – this camera shoots in the dark much better than its predecessors. Also, an American manufacturer has introduced optics here, the viewing angle of which can reach 170 degrees. To some, such a picture may seem ugly. However, in the settings, you can always choose a smaller angle, the camera in this case stops using the edges of the 12-megapixel matrix.

This device can shoot video in 4K resolution – the frame rate will be 30 FPS. When shooting some tricks, the high-speed mode comes to the rescue, when at resolution Full HD the frequency rises to 120 frames / s. It should also be noted that this action camera is great for taking photos. They can be done even during filming, which is also good news.

There are familiar interfaces on the body of the gadget. You can connect not only a charger or a computer to the USB port, but also an external microphone – you only need a special adapter. There is also an HDMI output, thanks to which the video can be viewed on the TV at absolutely any time. As for wireless modules, their set is standard. NFC, as you might guess, is missing. However, the loss is not big – the aforementioned chip is used only at the very first synchronization with a smartphone.

Advantages

• The set includes a waterproof box;

• Not a bad aperture ratio;

• The viewing angle of the lens is significantly increased;

• There is a high-speed shooting mode;

• You can shoot videos in 4K resolution;

• Good photo quality;

• Time-lapse shooting is available;

• Continuous shooting of photos is possible;

disadvantages

• The camera body is not waterproof;

• The price tag has not yet dropped;

• No color LCD;

• Not even an electronic image stabilizer;

GoPro HERO5 Black

Rating: 4.9

At one time, the American company GoPro decided to significantly reduce the price tag for its products, as sales began to sink. She did this by eliminating the underwater boxing. In the case of the GoPro HERO5 Black, you have to buy it separately. However, such a need will arise only for scuba divers who need to descend to a depth of 20-30 meters. The fact is that the body of the action camera is waterproof by default. He is not hindered not only by rain, but also by two or three meters depth.

The HERO5 Black is the first GoPro camera to feature a GPS chip. It is usually used to record geotags in photographs. But it will also come in handy during car or bicycle trips – in the future, you can provide the picture with information about the distance and speed, and even a mini-map. Like its predecessor, the camera can shoot 4K video at 30 fps. If you want to get a slow-motion video of some trick or experiment, then you should choose 720p resolution – in this mode the frequency rises to 240 frames / s.

There is a two-inch display on the back of the device. With its help, you can see everything that falls into the frame. This is also where the settings are manipulated. Finally, one cannot fail to note the improved quality of photographs. They can be saved in RAW format, which allows you to then perform full editing with any computer program. Another thing to mention is voice control – it allows you to take a picture without touching the shutter button (this reduces the likelihood of blurring the picture).

Advantages

• The case has become waterproof;

• 4K video recording available;

• The cost is reduced to 20 thousand rubles.

• There is a GPS;

• On the case there is a color LCD display;

• Time-lapse mode is not forgotten;

• Very good photo quality;

• There is a voice control;

disadvantages

• The package bundle is no longer so rich;

• Chinese batteries no longer work with this camera;

• Not the longest battery life;

GoPro HERO6 Black

Rating: 4.8

At the time of this writing, HERO6 Black is the finest creation of the American company GoPro. This is not to say that the product has received a very large number of innovations when compared with the model released a year before. Nevertheless, the manufacturer tried to squeeze the maximum out of the available form factor. He improved the quality of the microphones, and also added the ability to shoot 4K video at 60 frames / s, thanks to which the device was in this rating. If you shoot at 1080p, then 240 fps becomes available! Values ​​unthinkable for some time! Of course, you will need a UHS-3 microSD card to use these modes. But the extra costs are worth it!

The device includes a two-inch LCD display, allowing you to see what exactly is in the frame. It is also used for camera settings. It is recommended to drive on the screen only with dry fingers, as it does not react to wet ones in the best way. However, most often the display is not required at all – an adequately working voice control is implemented in the device.

If we compare the GoPro HERO6 Black with its predecessors, then we cannot fail to mention the presence of a GPS chip here. Its use is relevant, for example, during cycling, when you want to supplement the picture with information about the speed, distance covered and the route. The buyer will also be pleased with the opportunity to drop an action camera into the water, which appeared a year ago. The purchase of an underwater box is required only for scuba divers descending to great depths.

Advantages

• Outstanding photo quality;

• The price tag is quite reasonable (up to 30 thousand rubles).

• Decent quality of shooting in low light;

• Built-in GPS chip;

• There is an electronic stabilizer;

• Shooting Full HD video with a frequency of 240 frames / s is available;

• There is voice control;

• The case is waterproof;

• Time-lapse mode is available;

• You can shoot 4K video at 60 fps;

disadvantages

• Chinese microphone adapters no longer work;

• Not the longest battery life;

• Unable to take a photo while filming;

Conclusion

These are the best GoPro action cameras out there. There is no doubt that in the future the American manufacturer will certainly try to surprise us again. But you don't have to wait for this moment – you can buy an action camera right now, you will definitely not be disappointed in it!

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.