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GoPro HERO 3 vs GoPro HERO3 Black Edition

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      9 editorial reviews
      Get the pros and cons, key specs, and reviews of the GoPro Hero3 from users, Engadget editors, and other tech reviewers.Read more
      The GoPro Hero3 Black Edition delivers outstanding video quality and features like 4K that you won't find anywhere else.Read more
      GoPro's latest generation of sports cameras is its best yet, offering tremendous flexibility, proven durability, and some of the highest available resolutions and frame rates in the business.Read more
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      Full Comparison

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      Screen and viewfinder

      GoPro HERO 3GoPro HERO 3
      GoPro HERO3 Black EditionGoPro HERO3 Black Edition
      Built-in displayyesyes

      Photography features

      GoPro HERO 3GoPro HERO 3
      GoPro HERO3 Black EditionGoPro HERO3 Black Edition
      Photo modeyesyes

      Videography features

      GoPro HERO 3GoPro HERO 3
      GoPro HERO3 Black EditionGoPro HERO3 Black Edition
      Maximum resolution512 x 384 px3840 x 2160 px

      Design

      GoPro HERO 3GoPro HERO 3
      GoPro HERO3 Black EditionGoPro HERO3 Black Edition
      Colour of productSilverBlack,Silver

      Dimensions

      GoPro HERO 3GoPro HERO 3
      GoPro HERO3 Black EditionGoPro HERO3 Black Edition
      Weight4.52 oz19.29 oz

      Storage

      GoPro HERO 3GoPro HERO 3
      GoPro HERO3 Black EditionGoPro HERO3 Black Edition
      Compatible memory cardsSD
      • microSD
      • microSDHC
      • microSDXC
      Maximum memory card size2.0 GB64.0 GB

      Connectivity

      GoPro HERO 3GoPro HERO 3
      GoPro HERO3 Black EditionGoPro HERO3 Black Edition
      USB 2.0 ports quantity11

      Other features

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      GPSnono

      Pros & Cons

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