![]() GoPro’s stance is 'GoPro does not offer a repair service on our cameras as, due to their size and design, the cost of parts and labor for performing such a specific repair would be more expensive than replacing the camera outright if it’s covered by warranty.' For example, it’s no longer possible for the user to change the front element of the lens if it becomes cracked or chipped. Integrated 'fingers' eliminate the need for frames or cases to mount the camera on standard GoPro accessories.Īlong with some useful additions, this new camera also changes some features – and not for the better. ![]() With that proviso, though, it rivals and now beats a lot of traditional optical image stabilization done in-lens or in-camera, even compared to models that use sensor shift. This gives the image a floating feel instead of the sense that the camera is locked in place. I discovered one odd effect when using the HyperSmooth 2.0 boost mode at 1080 resolution: when mounted in certain situations, like a moving car (above) the image will pan to counter movement. But can it actually deliver, and is it a big enough improvement over the previous generation to convince people to part with their money and upgrade?īefore I started using this camera I was incredibly skeptical, but having tested this feature over the past few weeks it does deliver a very good result, even managing to smooth out some of the bumps associated with footfalls, which is very difficult to achieve on standard gimbals. ![]() Where do you see improvement when moving from the Hero 7 Black to the Hero 8? One feature that’s attracting attention is HyperSmooth 2.0, GoPro’s image stabilization technology, which claims to rival gimbal levels of image stabilization without the need for balancing, mounting or powering an external handle. Without increasing the pixel size, or finding a way of gathering more photons per pixel, improving signal-to-noise ratio is difficult. Pixel pitch, size and resolution play directly against each other in the triangle of visual fidelity. To paraphrase a well known line from Scotty, ‘you can’t change the laws of physics’. After all, 4K/60p with limited noise on a sensor that is incredibly small is difficult to achieve, especially in low light. The list of features on the Hero 8 Black is extensive, but improvements in image quality year-over-year are hard to come by. Optional 'Mods' add features like 3.5mm mic jack, HDMI-out, selfie screen and LED light.Integrated mounting 'fingers' attach directly to GoPro mounts.LiveBurst captures 1.5 seconds of photos or video before shot. ![]() The launch of the Hero 8 Black brings some improvements over the previous generation, but is it enough? If you already have an action camera does the quality and feature set of the Hero 8 Black make you want to upgrade? And, if you don’t already have a camera like this, has GoPro launched a camera that will convince you to buy into this product category? Key specifications They were a hard sell, but filled a gap for small disposable digital video cameras. Back then the cameras could only offer sub-SD recording, had no Wi-Fi and more importantly no way to see the picture as they lacked a screen. Have action cameras reached peak performance? ![]()
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