GoPro HERO5 Action Camera - Black

Noticeable improvement over the Hero 4 Black, faster boot time, image stabilisation, onboard hi-def touch screen, waterproof without additional housing, voice control, GPS for telemetry (speed, location, G force which can be overlaid during editing with Quik) AND improved battery life. The 5 is a departure from the form of the 3, 3+ and most recently Hero 4 Black. The 5 is now a dark grey (rather than silver) and the original housings do not appear to be compatible, even though the lens part of the 5 can be detached/ replaced. Connection is now via a USB C cable which still has a mini HDMI socket below it for direct connection to a TV. The waterproof door can be fully removed if you need to keep it supplied with power during use. The camera ships with a frame style mount which will suit most applications, however this offers no impact protection (think flying stones when attached to the exterior of a car) and although the lens has a replaceable cover/ glass, the front screen does not. I think the dive housing or equivalent is a necessary investment if externally mounting the camera. 2 sticky mounts, a low profile base clip and short USB-C cable are included too. The touch screen is a great addition as it not only is it very high quality, it makes setting changes a doddle, framing shots and reviewing footage it also contains a video user manual which makes it very user friendly if it's operated infrequently. The camera seems to boot up and respond to commands quickly. I can't comment on memory card compatibility for this model but all earlier ones have had issues when using "cheap" memory cards- camera locks up, doesn't operate, etc. I have since only used the endorsed Lexar or SanDisk High speed micro SD cards and haven't had any issues. Overall I'm very pleased with the Hero 5 Black and can't see any reason I'll be using my Hero 4 going forward!

I took this on holiday and got some so-so videos of me snorkelling-there's no zoom facility :( yet all is forgiven as I now have some excellent footage of me snorkelling with a juvenile Monk seal, he/she was on the beach so we kept clear so not to disturb him/her, I went in for a snorkel and thought I'd bumped into a fellow swimmer only to see this Monk seal swimming around me!! I couldn't get my GoPro out of my swimming trunks quick enough, I have around 8 minutes of fantastic footage of this extremely playful seal that will stay with me forever (and beyond!!), I have a feeling that he/she saw me and thought I was another seal because of all the blubber or that's what SWMBO thought!! The picture and sound quality is excellent despite me speaking through my snorkel, and despite all the twisting and movement I was doing to keep the seal in my GoPro lens, there was no camera shake just perfect (albeit at odd angles sometimes) footage. thank the GoPro gods for producing something so small, light yet utterly brilliant. I'll take this to every holiday/event I/we go to.

Excellent camera! as Ive come from a 3+. Upgraded firmware on delivery and much better video quality. The screen menus are clear and easy to use (I use It with Protune enabled), good for Nightlapse videos, microphones are sensitive and a good range of video options if you take it out of auto. Small, compact and easy to set up. I use with a 64gd Sandisk MicsoSDXD Class 10 U3 card and it works perfectly. Battery life so far about 1 hour although I've ordered second but tend to use with a USB power pack for longer recordings. Image stabilisation excellent if used in the modes that support it (not 4K) but I shoot mostly at 1080. Synced it with iphone and used the bluetooth option. Tuned the camera off and 8 hrs later I still at 94% battery. Highly recommend - just learn how to use it properly.

The new Hero 5 looks amazing with it's new wateproof black style. More robust and with a touch screen included. It also comes with a voice control by commands which is useful when you can't reach the record buttons or when you're busy doing an amazing stunt. It has the same price as the hero 4 black so I think there's no point to think about which one you should buy. This camera has 4k 30fps, 2k 60fps, 1080p 120fps and 720p 240fps so you can set how you want to record the video. also includes an image stabilisation that works well (from 2k 60fps, 4k doesn't have this function) and takes photos at 12 mpx with burst mode and timelapse. The best about this camera is the 4k function, the no need case for waterproof and the touchscreen mixing the hero 4 silver, the hero 4 black and the session.

This camera is a great addition to anyone on the go filming kit, as an action camera it really is great and you can trust Go Pro to deliver when it comes to new cameras. The new features including the back touch screen, video stabilization and the voice control help to add a new era of ease to using cameras on the go. The cameras no designer to be waterproof itself instead of needing the super suit and only comes with a small black skeleton case to be used for attaching the camera to different objects/handles. I have been very impressed with the quality of the footage and especially if you use the Go Pro Capture/Quik apps you can edit your footage on your phone without need for WiFi or any wires. Why its only a 4 star? For any regular Go Pro or action camera users, this isn't a massive step up from your Hero 4 Silver. The new features are handy but more often are for ease over quality. New features like the video stabilization make this a great camera for attaching on a bike etc and there's noticeable different to footage from other cameras. The touch screen is great but take care when using while the camera is wet, the one button control I prefer as it just seems easier, there's the option to shoot raw photo format which is also great and the voice control really helps with times you're not using it as a handheld. There are differences if you know where to look, for amateurs picking it up as a first action camera it will be great for footage etc But id recommend doing research depending on what you're really using it for. If you are going to benefit from the added features then sure this is the best camera as step up from the hero 4 but if you see these new features that they wont affect you then Id think about saving money and sticking with the Hero 4 Silver. What sold me on it? This is a great camera, the features such as the 4k video, great sleek looking touch screen, video stabilization and voice control have made it so easy to get a great camera shooting even faster. For the price I believe its worth it definitely, especially if you don't already us an action camera and would benefit having one. Id recommend before buying going to any number of websites and checking out the differences between this action camera and others to find the best suited to you, this could save you some money but I also buy with Go Pro as I know they bring quality products to the table. After using it now a few times as an action camera Its been in water, dropped and thrown around a bit and amazingly there are no scratches or dents. * Please note you are able to take the lense on and replace it if it gets scratched* Any Downsides? There are a few little downsides to why this isn't a 5 star review. I found that although the audio recording has generally been good for Go Pro I felt that this model didn't really have the best audio but that could just be experience with my camera, Luckily I don't ever us it to record audio on. Other than this anything else would be very very small problems not worth putting into a review. Overall I definitely recommend this to most people looking to buy one, Id say that anyone with a background in using Go Pros to do a quick research on the full list of differences between this and the Hero 4 Silver but still an upgrade and a great camera.

*The video I've uploaded was filmed entirely on this camera, editted in Adobe Premiere as the software provided with Gopro nowadays sucks. Amazon compresses video and does not do it justice* Amazing camera. If you learn how to use the protune mode the camera will excell. Should in the lowest ISO possible for the best picture. We took the camera to Lapland and it worked 95% of the time at minus 25 Celsius and below. Occasionally I would have to warm the camera back up in my pocket. The battery life is 1-2 hours worth of video so I purchased an extra battery. The image stabilisation is pretty good and does make a big difference. I used nightlapse mode and was able to catch the northern lights, although I didn't use the right settings so they didnt turn out very well although if i had they would have looked good. Purchase a cheap accessories bundle off Amazon and it fit really well with all accessories. Overall very happy with the camera and Amazon's delivery was as quick as I expected. Can't fault Amazon at all, or the camera! The only thing I will say is that Go pro studio no longer exists and the software they've replaced it with is awful. You can't even use music of your choice, you have to select from their music. So consider that before buying it.

Recently used on holiday and found it to be an excellent camera. Only downside was it does not come with a good instruction manuel so I would advise looking on YouTube for some of the many videos explaining how to open and remove the battery etc. The camera is very simple to use and can also be controlled via the GroPro Apps. Images and videos can be very easily transferred to your smartphone. The screen is very small but this is really a click and forget type camera and the camera is always in focus. The actual footage is very good. Also used underwater and the footage was amazing. I would really recommend this camera. 10/10! Also there are many accessories you can buy. I purchased one but the underwater float was junk and so I purchased a genuine GroPro holder/float and it did won't it said it would do. Please don't risk spending £100's on your camera and trust it to a piece of junk buy the genuine GoPro handle/float. They are worth the £20.

Requires a full charge fresh out the box before anything else - Then it gives you options to set date and time, and runs through a quick tutorial of all the settings. I thought this was great, very intuitive, and you don’t need to read the manual at all. Love the actual camera settings, although the WB presets are set a bit strange, no standard 3800k or 5600k settings but it goes up in 1000k increments. The new stabilisation (available at 1080p and 1440p only) is noticeable and good. It's not going to make your footage look like it was shot steadicam, but against the equivalent shot on the Hero 4, it takes away some of the visible vibration. FOOTAGE -------------- Added some stills (pictured), ultra sharp with that 'GoPro' look (if you're a dab hand with post production you can quite easily get rid of this) but I like that the features in camera now allow you to reduce some of it at choice - shoot a flat profile, reduce the sharpening and play with the aspect. 120fps slow motion available at 1080p; 240fps at 720p, 60fps at 2.5k and 30fps at 4K. APP USAGE ----------------- The main 'capture' app has has some serious work and it works fantastically with the HERO 5. Download and connect via a wifi that the camera itself transmits - connect to the wifi as you would any wifi on your phone, and it keeps the connection to the camera extremely well. The live feed is real time with minimal lag (previous GoPro's have had serious lag problems) and it has a range of about 20m before it drops out - the camera will keep recording, but your feed will disappear. The other two, Quik and Splice - are video editing apps that use GoPro footage but you can also use any footage that's on your phone. They work well; for the average consumer they do the job. For anything more polished i'd stick with the classic approach of putting on your computer and editing there, just for storage purposes. NEGATIVES ----------------- Battery life. It's a new battery compared to previous versions and it does last longer - but it's still around 2 hours max. If you're pushing 4K or pressing start stop a lot, it's going to drain quicker. Full recharge takes around 2 hours. Using the touchscreen for me is an absolute nightmare, I prefer the bulky repeated push buttons of previous versions. However, the app works remarkably and this does outweigh it. On the subject of needing your phone though, battery life on that is also a problem with the capture app running. I'd invest in a portable battery if you're serious about using it. NOTES ---------- The body is now completely watertight, but i'd double check there are no open seams on the compartments - the battery one i've noticed requires extra force to make sure it's properly clicked in. Personally i'd recommend SanDisk MicroSD Extreme Pro cards. You want at least class 10 UHS-3 to avoid drop frames when filming at the higher resolutions. I always use these cards as SanDisk come with a lifetime guarantee. The clip/mount has remained the same so all GoPro accessories will still work - but the battery and charger is now different to previous versions. OVERALL ------------- As an upgrade from the 3 and 4, it's really noticeable and has straightened out some of the problems. It's now a lot easier to use, and as someone who uses the GoPro a lot, I love this version of it more than others i've owned. They are made for hobbyist video makers, holiday video makers and action sports - the picture is ultra wide and it's features are mostly in video, so if you're looking for a camera that's small but you're most likely to take portraits, i'd maybe look elsewhere or even for additional accessories for your phone's camera instead.

There was no memory so I have to buy one.

Good piece of kit but really uses up the battery quickly

Great price and good quality with fast delivery. Thanks.

Great product! Bought it two weeks ago. Works really well so far. Me and my husband likes the voice command. It works for us with poor eyesight. You don’t have to look at the device closely to press buttons and touchscreen. Video is steady. We use it while driving and like the video in wide angle so you can see also the sides of the streets.

Sevgili dostlarım gönül rahatlığıyla şunu belirtmek isterim. Bu ürün Gopro çin fabrikalarısinda üretilmiştir. Peki bu durum kalitesiz olduğu anlamına gelir. Asla şöyle yapalım şimdi evde buldugunuz marka ürünlerin etiketine bakınız, ne görüyorsunuz? Made in Bangladeş, PRC, Vietnam vs görüyorsunuz değil mi? Ana bu çakma mi lan der gibisiniz . Telaslanmayin çin gibi uzak doğu ülkelerinde işçi ücretleri çok ucuz günlük 1,2 dolar bundan dolayı dünya markalarının bu ülkelerde yığınca mağazası var . Kalite aynı işçi ve vergi ucuz , bu yüzden eu üretimi pahalı iken PRC üretimi ucuz 😀