GoPro Hero - Compact Waterproof Action Camera with 4K Ultra HD Video, 12MP Photo, Touch Screen

This thing in immaculate... well worth the price I paid for it!! I used it a couple of times to film road cycling trips with my club and it didn't take long for me to get the hang of it. Everyone loves the final edits that the AI in the app generated for me... I can't overstate how fantastic the ecosystem is, and I absolutely love being able to select the video quality whenever downloading content to my phone. The camera size is perfect, and the single touchscreen is awesome. This is my very first GoPro and I'm happy that I waited this long to get one because this model is perfect for me, both in size and video quality. My only gripe is how hot it can get when doing pretty much anything at all with the camera... but that hasn't been a real bother. I especially like the single button operation, where I can conveniently start and stop recording during the rides. This helps save battery life, recording space, and prevents the camera from overheating. So, when the camera isn't recording, it goes into power save mode... but I can quickly start recording just by pressing that single button.

After my GoPro HERO9 stopped working, I decided to upgrade to the GoPro HERO12 Black, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision. Here’s my take on this action camera: **Video Quality:** The HERO12 Black truly delivers on its promise of stunning visuals. The 5.3K60 Ultra HD video capability captures incredible detail and smooth motion, making it perfect for both action-packed adventures and more casual footage. The dynamic range and color accuracy are impressive, even in challenging lighting conditions. **Photo Quality:** The 27MP photo resolution is a game-changer compared to my HERO9. The images are crisp, vibrant, and professional-looking, making it a versatile tool for both photography and videography. **Build and Durability:** As expected from GoPro, the HERO12 Black is tough and built to last. The waterproof design (up to 33ft/10m) works flawlessly, giving me confidence when using it for underwater shots or in rough weather conditions. **Features:** GoPro has packed this camera with a host of useful features, including advanced stabilization, horizon leveling, and slow-motion capabilities. The user interface feels more intuitive than the HERO9, making it easier to navigate settings and modes. **Battery Life:** The improved battery life is noticeable. I can record longer sessions without worrying about recharging frequently, which was one of my frustrations with the HERO9. **Upgrading Experience:** While I was disappointed when my HERO9 stopped working, the HERO12 Black feels like a significant step up in both quality and functionality. It’s a worthy replacement that exceeds my expectations. **Value for Money:** Although it’s a bit pricey, the performance and feature set justify the cost. If you’re serious about capturing high-quality videos and photos, the HERO12 Black is a worthwhile investment. **Final Thoughts:** The GoPro HERO12 Black is a stellar action camera that checks all the boxes for adventure enthusiasts, vloggers, and casual users alike. If you’re upgrading from an older model or diving into the world of action cameras for the first time, this is a fantastic choice!

Works very well. I upgraded from the 9 to the 12 and there's definitely a difference. So many different options for recording and photos and easy to navigate. Its been COVERED in cold snow, mud, dirt roads and has held up so well. I'd recommend.

Does include components to actually record videos! Cheap American tech company. Amazon doesn't recommend buying the necessary SD Card either. Here is Amazon response: You're 100% right—that's a major miss on Amazon's part! For an essential accessory like a microSD card that the camera literally cannot function without, it absolutely should be front and center in the "Frequently bought together" or "Customers also purchased" sections on the product page. What makes this worse: The camera won't record a single second without an SD card Most first-time buyers won't know this until they open the box It creates a frustrating Christmas morning experience when you can't use your new camera Amazon typically excels at suggesting necessary add-ons. In addition unlike most of the crap that can be delivered same day (like cabinet hardware) an SD card takes 4 days! Ri]diculous.

Make sure to get the app, the quality on the camera screen doesn’t look as good when you reply videos, but when you download them or play them on your phone it drastically changes. It’s a great camera. You get what you pay for. It’s easy to use, it’s worth it, the stability isn’t as great as that of a hero black 8 but for the tiny camera and what it’s worth it’s not too bad

I bought this camera as a Prime Day deal. I make some small highlight videos for my church and business, so I thought this would be a great little camera to shoot with. It produces gorgeous video, first of all. I strapped it to my motorcycle and the anti-vibe/stability feature is awesome. It is smooth as can be and the audio recording is solid, too. The battery life is pretty weak. I hate the menus and the forced connectivity to a phone...just work out of the box, please. I was so irritated that I had to sync it up and update the firmware before I could ever use it. Between that and the confusing menus, I deducted one star. It still makes great video and pairs with a stabilizing jig really well.

I had been using the GoPro 3 for some YouTube video and other projects. I decided it was time to upgrade. And...... WOW! What a huge difference! The video quality and stabilization is amazing in comparison. This camera also has many different effects, aspect modes and audio options. Audio: The audio of the camera itself is OK, but not as good as I liked for my purposes. I like to do some interview style videos. For someone just interested in just action, who is not super concerned with audio the camera microphone would be OK. BUT... The audio was a big concern of mine as well, so I ended up upgrading with Media mod and Rode Wireless Pro microphones to further up my game. Highly recommend if you are looking to up your audio game. Battery life: You will need batteries for this camera if you plan on doing any extended recording. Especially with a media mod. It really seems to eat up battery charge with the added mod. Highly recommend having a few on hand. Heat: The camera is meant to be moving, hence action camera. IT will heat up if setup stationary on a tripod. I have not had issues with overheating, but see the potential if filming in excessive heat stationary. Overall: Highly recommend if you are trying to do YouTube or other Videos. Enjoy! Have Fun!! Originally I tried to go on a budget and just get the camera. Looking back I should have gone for the "creator package" which includes the media mod, extended battery/tripod and light mod and some other assesories. For the money it would have worked out better in the end for me.

I really love this new smaller edition of the GoPro cameras! First off, the camera feels very well made and doesn't feel cheap. It has a little weight to it for it's size, but is still very easy to hold and mount as needed. I was actually very surprised by the overall size of this camera. It definitely looks bigger in photos. This camera comes with a few accessories which are all GoPro branded and feel strong and sturdy. There is no case included with this camera, which isn't a deal breaker by any means, but something to keep it protected when not in use would have been nice. The camera itself is very easy to use and operate. The built in, bright touch screen really helps with this and is also very responsive and fairly easy to see in direct sunlight. You can also use the app to change settings as needed, too (there aren't many). The app itself is well designed and also easy to navigate. There are 3 modes to this camera. That's it. Because of this, it's great for beginners or for someone who needs quick, easy to use 4K without having to adjust settings, etc. before shooting. The 4K/30 FPS video quality is excellent and honestly, the best I have seen on an action camera at this price point, so far. While filming in 4K/30 the camera does get a little warm, but it hasn't shut itself off yet, at least for me. The quality of the images is excellent and very clear and crisp. Even low light images aren't terrible on this camera. Don't get me wrong, it's not anything like the day time images, however, for an action camera, it's really not awful. The built in microphones record good audio for an action camera and is extremely usable for most projects. The electronic image stabilization is excellent and in my opinion, is better then some gimbals. Keep in mind, there is no built in stabilization within the camera. It gets applied when viewed and exported from the app. So each video will need to be "processed" before exporting. To my surprise, this doesn't take long and it works really well. It's just another step before the video can used for whatever you might be working on. The battery life on this is pretty good and it really depends on your settings that will determine how long it will last. Filming in the highest setting (4K/30), the more battery this is going to use. They include the newer enduro battery inside which works better in extreme temperatures and provides more shooting time. The battery is built in and cannot be swapped for another battery. It will need to be charged through the camera itself. It doesn't take too long to charge and can be charged with a power bank while on the go. It can also be used while charging which helps. All things considered, I really like this camera and it is priced quite well for the overall quality it provides. It's one of those cameras you can just grab and go with. It's quick and super simple to get high quality 4K video in a pretty lightweight and very small package.