Name: HERO3
Brand: GoPro
SKU: 270913
Rating: 4.1 (39 reviews)

3.8

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

3.0 / 5

this unit is one of the most aesthetically pleasing
good quality images with decent colour reproduction
tiny size and amazingly high-resolution images

but not the control as the GoPro remote
The app requires the first firmware update
tiny moon reflection in the left image

Built-in display: yes
Effective pixels: 5 Mpx
Lens type: Wide-angle

GoPro HERO3 - Pros & Cons

this unit is one of the most aesthetically pleasing
good quality images with decent colour reproduction
tiny size and amazingly high-resolution images
the camera on the bars this worked fine
it has been wonderful to share my time underwater with family and friends
superb video quality
ease of use
outstanding video quality and features
image quality is good
Rugged build with wide selection of mounts
in-built wifi is fantastic for transferring files wirelessly
00 works great and easier to use
good quality and much cheaper alternatives available on
produces fantastic quality photos and videos with a variety of useful settings
It worked really well
It also is very easy to seal and feel comfortable that it
very smooth and the colors and exposure look great
offer great HD video quality and both cameras ship with waterproof
tremendous flexibility
proven durability
amazing and robust camera
Colors were true and saturated
details were crisp
and contrast was excellent
waterproof case is a nice bonus too
performed well and helped me capture some great images and videos
me dramatically faster and more efficient at capturing the photos
the audio has been redesigned and enhanced
pure versatility and durability of it
reliability and available add-ons make
great entry-level action camera for beginners and casual users
Features like gps and nfc are nice additions
simple and most useful feature
image quality is decent and the battery life is very good
make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images
solid and well-built
resulting package is more compact and easier to access
excellent IQ
LCD and pretty good battery life
far more user-friendly and quick than the remote
The GoPro application makes life much easier
overall size and weight is very impressive compared to all previous models
Affordable and amazingly compact
reach an enthusiastic audience of students
enthusiasts and professional videographers and filmmakers

but not the control as the GoPro remote
The app requires the first firmware update
tiny moon reflection in the left image
the menu system is just as cumbersome as ever
There is almost no printed material with the camera
No back button for the menu system
are only scroll-down and select buttons
the hardware that comes with it for mounting is pretty terrible
have the time or hardware to devote to video editing
its battery life leaves much to be desired
some of the downfalls as most cameras do of course
issues with the sensor becoming overloaded from bright areas
these buttons are difficult to press
No cherry-picked units sent by manufacturers
no back button and typically 10 options in a menu
It can be a little slow to respond to presses in video playback
you still images come out quite dark
s heaps to choose from and it can be a bit of a minefield to
tips and Travelling
without a big LCD screen is limited
Only got the plus version
RIDICULOUS lag with the WiFi app
lack of even basic manual controls
awkward way of positioning the body
only continue to get worse for the people in Europe
the camera is not very sharp or in-focus for distances
whistling
shrill wail-from-hell
the terminal cover is not tethered to the body of the camera
quite expensive
the live preview is only available in select capture modes
Wi-Fi off when not in use or the battery will drain quickly
with only two buttons is not easy
sounded tinny and faint
audio differences between the two cameras
your blog cannot share posts by email
fogging inside the case has been reduced
The battery had drained just sitting in the off position on our desk
Hero3 does not even include a standard tripod mount
The lack of any visual image feedback on the camera is
The White Edition lacks some of the accessories
such as the remote
the battery dead after only an hour and forty-five minutes
The footage is limited to 15 frames per second
huge battery drain brought on by the built-in Wi-Fi
have a resolution
the camera was 22 months old so no warranty
The new battering did not work either
of buying one and they are not cheap
The menu system is a little cumbersome
the camera is so tiny
the LCD to be a bit difficult to read in direct sunlight
also lacks the ability to simultaneously capture photos while recording video
there is a bit of a learning curve
incredibly difficult-to-open lock seems a bit unnecessary
the helmet mount is awkward

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GoPro HERO3 - Full Specifications

Effective pixels	5.0 Mpx

Lens type	Wide-angle
Aperture range (F-F)	2.8 - 0

Photo mode	yes
Maximum resolution (stills)	2592 x 1944 px
Shooting modes	Auto

Built-in microphone	yes

Weight	4.52 oz
Width	2.6 in
Height	1.73 in
Depth	1.26 in

Battery technology	Lithium-Ion
Battery capacity	1050.0 mAh
Battery voltage	3.7 V

GPS	no

Image ratio W:H	4:3 16:9
Supported image file formats	JPG
White balance modes	Auto Manual

Built-in display	yes

Maximum resolution	512 x 384 px
Video resolutions	848 x 480 1280 x 720 1280 x 960 1920 x 1080
HD type	Full HD
Supported video file formats	H.264 MP4
Supported video modes	1080p 720p 960p
Analog signal format system	NTSC PAL
Bitrate at maximum video resolution	15.0 Mbps
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)	60.0 fps

Colour of product	Silver Black,White
Type of protection	Waterproof
Waterproof up to	30

Internal storage	16.0 mB
Compatible memory cards	microSD
Maximum memory card size	64.0 GB
Storage types	Memory card

Micro HDMI ports quantity	1
USB connector type	Mini-USB
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
Headphone port	yes
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)	yes

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GoPro HERO3 GoPro - Editorial Reviews (10)

4.4

Based on 10 reviews

GoPro HERO3 Hands-on with the GoPro Hero 3+ Black Edition

DPReview

Published: 20.02.2014

Hands-on with the GoPro Hero 3+ Black Edition

We put the GoPro Hero 3+ Black Edition to the test in our hands-on review.

GoPro HERO3 GoPro Hero3 Reviews, Pricing, Specs

Engadget

GoPro Hero3 Reviews, Pricing, Specs

4.2

Get the pros and cons, key specs, and reviews of the GoPro Hero3 from users, Engadget editors, and other tech reviewers.

GoPro HERO3 GoPro HERO3: Black Edition review

TechRadar

Published: 17.11.2017

GoPro HERO3: Black Edition review

Go anywhere, attach anyhow, shoot anything

PCMAG

Published: 23.05.2013

GoPro Hero3 Black Edition Review

4.0

The GoPro Hero3 Black Edition delivers outstanding video quality and features like 4K that you won't find anywhere else.

GoPro HERO3 GoPro Hero3 Silver Edition Review - Great Picture, Short Battery Life

LaptopMag

Published: 16.01.2013

GoPro Hero3 Silver Edition Review - Great Picture, Short Battery Life

With its top-notch video quality, compact design and waterproof case, the GoPro Hero3 is an excellent action camera, but it has short battery life.

Digital Trends

Published: 18.11.2013

GoPro Hero3 Black Edition review | Digital Trends

Want to know how to get started with shooting awesome action videos with a GoPro Hero3 camera? First, read our review to find out what and what not to do.

GoPro HERO3 GoPro HERO3: Black Edition Action Camera Review

Videomaker

Published: 28.11.2012

GoPro HERO3: Black Edition Action Camera Review

From base jumping off a mile high cliff to home movies of your messy two-year-old there's a feature of the GoPro HERO3: Black Edition for everyone.

GoPro HERO3 GoPro bets big on its Hero3 Black Edition

CNET

Published: 10.12.2013

GoPro bets big on its Hero3 Black Edition

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.

ProductReview.com.au

Published: 03.05.2017

GoPro Hero3+

GoPro Hero3+ (Action Camera): 2.8 out of 5 stars from 15 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

Alphr

Published: 14.05.2013

GoPro HERO3: Black Edition review

5.0

If strapping a video camera to your head and jumping off things is your idea of fun, then chances are you’ve already heard of GoPro. Its wearable action camera, the Hero, has now reached its third generation, and it’