GoPro HD Hero3 Black Edition Camera
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GoPro HD Hero3 Black Edition Camera
The Wi-Fi enabled HERO3: Black Edition is the most advanced GoPro, ever. No expense was spared during its development, resulting in a GoPro that is 30% smaller, 25% lighter and 2x more powerful than previous models. Wearable and gear mountable, waterproof to 197' (60m), capable of capturing ultra-wide 1440p 48fps, 1080p 60 fps and 720p 120 fps video and 12MP photos at a rate of 30 photos per second, the HERO3: Black Edition is the world's most versatile camera. Built-in Wi-Fi, GoPro App compatibility and the included Wi-Fi Remote make the HERO3: Black Edition all the more versatile, still.
Note: GoPro products can only be shipped to addresses within the United States.
What’s Included:
- HERO3: Black Edition Camera
- 197’/ 60m Waterproof Housing
- Wi-Fi Remote + Key Ring
- Remote Charging Cable
- Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- QR Buckle
- J-Hook Buckle
- 3-Way Pivot
- 1 Curved Adhesive Mount
- 1 Flat Adhesive Mount
- Assorted Mounts and Hardware
- USB Charging Cable
Features:
- Wearable, mountable design
- Immersive, wide angle capture of your favorite activities
- Professional quality HD video & 12MP photos
- Built-in Wi-Fi enables remote control via included Wi-Fi Remote or live video preview and remote control on smartphones and tablets running the free GoPro app
- Rugged housing is waterproof to 197’/60M and captures sharp images above and below water
- Compatible with all GoPro mounts for attaching to gear, body, helmets, vehicles and more
- Compatible with LCD Touch BacPac™ and second generation Battery BacPac™
- Backwards compatible with older generation BacPacs™
- New advanced camera settings: Looping video, Continuous Photo, Manual White Balance control, Protune Mode, allows to shoot photos while recording video and more
Camera Optics:
- Ultra sharp ƒ/2.8 6-element aspherical glass lens
- Ultra wide angle / reduced distortion
Video:
- Video format: H.264 codec, .mp4 file format
- White Balance: auto and manual
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RESOLUTIONS:
- 1080p: 1920x1080 16:9, 60, 48, 30 + 24FPS
- 720p: 1280x720 16:9, 120 + 60FPS
- 1440p: 1920x1440 4:3, 48, 30 + 24FPS
- 4K: 3820x2160 16:9, 15FPS
- 4K Cin: 4096x2160 17:9, 12FPS
- 2.7K: 2740x1524 16:9, 30FPS
- 2.7 Cin: 2704x1440 17:9, 24FPS
- 960p: 1280x960 4:3, 100 + 48FPS
- WVGA: 848x480 16:9, 240FPS
- Protune Mode in all resolutions except WVGA
- Ultra Wide Field of View in all resolutions
- 1080p also features Medium and Narrow Field of View options
- 720p also features Narrow Field of View
Photo:
- 12, 7, 5MP resolutions
- Burst: 30 photos per second
- Continuous Photo: 3 photos per second, 5 photos per second, 10 photos per second
- Time-lapse: 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30, 60 second intervals
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Simultaneous Photo + Video:
- 12MP + 1440p 24 FPS
- 8MP + 1080p 30 FPS 8
- 8MP + 720p 60 FPS
Audio:
- Mono, 48kHz, AAC compression w/ AGC
- Supports optional 3.5mm stereo mic adapter (sold separately)
Storage:
- MicroSD class 10 or higher required
- Up to 64GB capacity supported
- Record times will vary with resolutions and frame rates
Included Cables:
- USB charging cable
GoPro HD Hero3 Black Edition Camera
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Great video, but too much for most people.
I would rate the video quality at 5 stars, but would give the battery life a three stars at best!
I had been considering the Hero3 Silver, but bought the black since I wanted the remote (not included with the silver edition). I have been "playing" with the camera for several weeks now, and find that the video and sound quality to be excellent. The battery was rather disappointing! Fully charged, it doesn't last anywhere near long enough. Adding the battery backpack helped with a little more record time, but still not enough. OTOH, the battery backpack came with the skeleton back door, which allows one to connect a mini USB cable to the aux. battery while the camera is recording. This should work very nicely, but I have not tried using the wired set-up yet.
In hind sight, if I was buying this camera again, I would buy the Silver Edition, forgoing the remote. I would use my iPod, with the installed GoPro App. as a remote.
May 28, 2013
One of the best things to happen to mankind!
Not joking! There may be competing cameras but this is like the iPhone of action cams. If something goes wrong, if you need a spare etc chances are that you will find it more easily than other brands. With the GP3 the quality has gone up a notch. Plus the Wifi-iPhone app compatibity is super
April 29, 2013
Big performance, small package
This camera is by far one of the best for action filming. I'm using it for underwater shots on my trip to Maui and I can't wait! Mounting to a track bike is easy. The small size means you can place it almost anywhere. The optics are far and above better than the Hero2.
Be sure to note, this camera uses MicroSD cards, not the typical SD card the Hero2 and many other cameras use. Be sure to by a quality class 10 memory card.
Buy it! You won't be disappointed!
March 5, 2013
Fantastic Camera in a super compact package.
The Hero3 Black definitely has enough extra features to justify the extra scratch over the Silver or Hero2. The difference can be best seen in low light conditions and the higher fps in 1080p. I wouldn't have opted for the wifi remote since my smartphone can do the same, but since it is included in this bundle, I will definitely put it to use when I can.
The debate over GoPro vs Contour vs ActionCam will not be won easily, but you will be getting a lot for your money with the Hero3 Black. Buy this without hesitation!
February 8, 2013
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Does the Black Edition come with a helmet side mount or do you have to buy the one sold seperately?
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The GoPro HD Hero3 Black Edition Camera comes with the following:HERO3: Black Edition Camera
197’/ 60m Waterproof Housing
Wi-Fi Remote + Key Ring
Remote Charging Cable
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
QR Buckle
J-Hook Buckle
3-Way Pivot
1 Curved Adhesive Mount
1 Flat Adhesive Mount
Assorted Mounts and Hardware
USB Charging Cable
The curved adhesive mount should work on your helmet. Any other accessories must be purchased separately.
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Video Shoot Angle
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What are the range of angles the video can shoot? I move at supersonic speed and would prefer a video angle to be at most 53 degrees.
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State: DE
Rider Type: Stuntman
Age: 18-24
Gender: male
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The GoPro HD Hero3 Black Edition Camera's Fields of View in degrees are as followed:Ultra Wide - 150 degrees
Medium - 127 degrees
Narrow - 90 degrees
Not exactly optimal for supersonic speeds, but you'll be moving so fast that time and space should be able to adjust itself around you.
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