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GoPro HERO5 Session

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User ratings:
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4.2 out of 5
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3 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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4.2 out of 5
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4 stars
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Pros

  • usability of the Session however is really quite simple
  • Excellent video quality for the size
  • Very easy to use

Cons

  • there s very little need to actually touch the camera
  • that the menu remains slightly annoying to use
  • spares isn t much of a chore

Key specs

  • yes
  • yes
  • 10 Mpx
  • Wide-angle

GoPro HERO5 Session - Pros & Cons

GoPro HERO5 Session

Pros

  • usability of the Session however is really quite simple
  • Excellent video quality for the size
  • Very easy to use
  • just point and shoot
  • compact
  • rugged and waterproof package
  • the camera is built superbly and we love its inconspicuous design
  • simple one-button control lets you start shooting almost instantly
  • top-notch features to an already great design
  • The casing is also smartly designed
  • body is sturdy and has a nice rubberised coating

Cons

  • there s very little need to actually touch the camera
  • that the menu remains slightly annoying to use
  • spares isn t much of a chore
  • No external mic support without an adapter
  • lacks that camera's touch screen and some of its shooting modes
  • Session can only record at 25 or 30fps in Wide mode
  • - Image quality is really bad
  • distracted by a screen or a bulky body
  • lack of screen was part of the appeal
  • it s just a poor place for it
  • trademark wide-angle lens distortion

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GoPro HERO5 Session - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Effective pixels10.0 Mpx
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Optics and focus
Lens typeWide-angle
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Photography features
Photo modeyes
Continuous shootingyes
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Built-in speakersyes
Wind filteryes
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Storage
Compatible memory cardsSD
Storage typesMemory card
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Connectivity
USB connector typeUSB Type-C
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Bluetoothyes
NFCno
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Image
Image ratio W:H
  • 4:3
  • 16:9
Image stabilizeryes
Supported image file formatsJPG
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Screen and viewfinder
Built-in displayyes
Articulated LCDno
Touch screenno
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Videography features
Maximum resolution3840 x 2160 px
Video resolutions
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1920 x 1080
  • 2560 x 1440
  • 3840 x 2160
HD type4K Ultra HD
Supported video file formatsH.264
Supported video modes
  • 720p
  • 960p
  • 1080p
  • 1440p
Analog signal format system
  • NTSC
  • PAL
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)120.0 fps
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Type of protection
  • Water resistant
  • Waterproof
Waterproof up to10
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Power
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Battery capacity1000.0 mAh
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Other features
Gyroscopeyes
Bike mountyes
Voice controlyes
Night modeyes

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GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro - Editorial Reviews (16)

4.2
Based on 16 reviews
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GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro Hero5 Session
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Published: 13.02.2019
GoPro Hero5 Session

GoPro Hero5 Session (Action Camera): 3 out of 5 stars from 4 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro HERO5 Session Review
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Videomaker
Published: 04.12.2016
GoPro HERO5 Session Review

From Squaw Valley Tahoe, they announced the HERO5 Black, Session and their first drone, Karma.The launch came with a few surprises, the first being the

GoPro HERO5 Session You Can Strap a GoPro to This New Hot Wheels Car and Ride Along on All Your Dangerous Stunts
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Gizmodo
Published: 05.06.2018
You Can Strap a GoPro to This New Hot Wheels Car and Ride Along on All Your Dangerous Stunts

Watching a race from the sidelines is never as fun as being in the driver’s seat, and with that obvious wisdom in mind, Mattel has partnered with GoPro to create a new camera-compatible Hot Wheels car that lets kids and grownups experience what it’s like to careen down those iconic orange plastic tracks. It’s also the…

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro HERO5 Session Review | Photography Blog
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photographyblog.com
Published: 27.01.2017
GoPro HERO5 Session Review | Photography Blog
4.0

The GoPro HERO5 Session action camera features a 10-megapixel sensor, a single control button and voice control. It can shoot movies at 4K/30fps, is waterproof to 33ft/10m, and can upload photos and videos to the cloud while charging. Read our GoPro HERO5 Session review now...

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro HERO5 Black Session - Hands-on REVIEW
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Videomaker
Published: 29.09.2016
GoPro HERO5 Black Session - Hands-on REVIEW

The GoPro HERO5 Black and Session were released Sept 19, 2016 along with their first drone Karma. In this review we test all of their functions, show you

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro Hero 5 Session Action camera review - perfect size and price
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Gogi Tech
Published: 08.06.2017
GoPro Hero 5 Session Action camera review - perfect size and price

Looking for a action camera then do check the GoPro Hero 5 Session. Hero 5 comes in different variant this one that I used for the review is called

GoPro HERO5 Session Review: GoPro Hero5 Black and GoPro Hero5 Session
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WIRED
Published: 06.10.2016
Review: GoPro Hero5 Black and GoPro Hero5 Session
4.0

We take a look at both of the new action cameras from industry leader GoPro, as well as the new software for editing your videos.

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro HERO5 Session Review
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Videomaker
Published: 04.12.2016
GoPro HERO5 Session Review

From Squaw Valley Tahoe, they announced the HERO5 Black, Session and their first drone, Karma.The launch came with a few surprises, the first being the

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro Hero 5 Session review: 4K action on a budget
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Business IT
Published: 14.12.2016
GoPro Hero 5 Session review: 4K action on a budget
4.2

Looking for a more affordable action camera than the GoPro Hero 5 Black? The tiny Session packs plenty of punch.

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro Hero5 Session Reviews, Pricing, Specs
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Engadget
GoPro Hero5 Session Reviews, Pricing, Specs
4.3

Get the pros and cons, key specs, and reviews of the GoPro Hero5 Session from users, Engadget editors, and other tech reviewers.

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro Hero5 Session Review
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filmora.wondershare.com
Published: 17.02.2017
GoPro Hero5 Session Review

Here is a complete review about GoPro Hero5 session cameras, including Design and Accessories, Video and Photo Quality and more aspects.

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro's awesome cube camera begs to come along for the ride
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CNET
Published: 11.03.2017
GoPro's awesome cube camera begs to come along for the ride

After fumbling on price with the original Hero Session, GoPro put in some solid upgrades to make round two immediately more appealing.

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro Hero5 Session Review
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PCMAG
Published: 13.10.2016
GoPro Hero5 Session Review
4.0

With the Hero5 Session, GoPro adds 4K video recording to an impressively tiny midrange action camera.

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro Hero 5 Session review: Small but mighty, and now on offer
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Alphr
Published: 13.12.2016
GoPro Hero 5 Session review: Small but mighty, and now on offer
5.0

DEAL ALERT: This nifty little camera is currently on offer at Argos. The price has come down from £199 to £129, saving you £70 off the RRP. You can claim the offer at this link. Also, with any purchase at

GoPro HERO5 Session GoPro Hero 5 Session
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 16.12.2016
GoPro Hero 5 Session
4.0

GoPro Hero 5 Session review: A big improvement over the original and a solid alternative to the GoPro Hero 5 Black.

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