GoPro, a name that we have all come to think of in regards to action and adventure has returned with a typically fresh and exciting New range. This model, the GoPro Hero 5 Black, takes its seat at the top of the class thanks to phenomenal feature set and rugged build. 4K video and 12MP stills are the main specifications from a capture point of view, but the Hero 5 Black has much more to offer. Waterproof to 10 meters without a housing, the Hero 5 Black is prepped for action, while the rear touch display, built-in WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity and voice control make it simpler and more intuitive than any past model of the Adventure Video Camera line. 4K Video 12MP stills Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity Voice control 10M Waterproof.
- The GoPro Hero5 Black Action Camera was added to the Video Cameras category in June 2017
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Type | Digital |
Memory Type | MicroSD |
Output Interfaces | USB |
Buttery-smooth 4K video comes as standard with the Hero5 Black, while a touchscreen interface and voice activation makes it the most user-friendly GoPro to date. However, it doesn't feel as robust without its plastic casing, and that touchscreen can be awkward to use.
Reasons to buy
- + Voice-activated camera controls
- + Improved video and image quality
- + Easy-to-use range of editing apps
- + Waterproof to 10m/33ft without a case
- + Refined design
Reasons to avoid
- - Doesn't feel as sturdy as previous gen
- - Touchscreen fiddly to use in the wet
- - Editing on desktop still clunky