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Contents Contents Meet Your HERO8 Black 6 Transferring Your Media 79 Setting Up Your Camera 8 Setting Your Preferences 84 Getting to Know Your GoPro 14 Important Messages 93 Customizing Your GoPro 26 Resetting Your Camera 95 Using QuikCapture 35 Mounting Your GoPro 97 Adding HiLight Tags 95 Removing the Door 102 Setting the Screen Orientation 38 Maintenance 104 Recording Video 39 Battery Information 105 Video Settings 45 Troubleshooting 108 Taking Photos 48 Tech Specs
Meet Your HERO8 Black Meet Your HERO8 Black 1 4 2 3 4 11 9 5 6 9 7 8 12 13 10 1. Shutter Button 6. microSD™ Card Slot 11. Mode Button 2. Door 7. Battery 12. Speaker 3. Door Latch 8. USB-C Port 13. Touch Screen 4. Status Light 9. Microphone 5. Status Screen 10. Folding Fingers Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro. See Mounting Your GoPro (starting page 97).
Setting Up Your Camera Setting Up Your Camera MICROSD CARDS You’ll need a microSD card (sold separately) to save your videos and photos. Use a brand-name card that fits these requirements: RECHARGEABLE BATTERY For maximum performance, be sure to use the GoPro Rechargeable Battery (HERO8 Black/HERO7 Black/HERO6 Black) with your new GoPro. • microSD, microSDHC™, or microSDXC™ • Class 10 or UHS-I rating • Capacity up to 256GB For a list of recommended microSD cards, visit gopro.com/microsdcards.
Setting Up Your Camera MICROSD CARD + BATTERY SETUP Setting Up Your Camera 3. Insert the battery. 1. Unlock the door latch and flip the door open. 2. With your camera off, insert the SD card into the card slot with the label facing the battery compartment. 4. Connect your camera to a USB charger or computer using the included USB-C cable. You can eject the card by pressing it into the slot with your fingernail. It takes about 2 hours for the battery to fully charge.
Setting Up Your Camera 5. Unplug the cable and shut the door when charging is complete. Be sure the door latch is closed and locked before using your camera. Setting Up Your Camera UPDATING YOUR CAMERA’S SOFTWARE To get the latest features and best performance from your GoPro, make sure it’s using the most current software. Updating With the GoPro App 1. Download the app from the Apple© App Store© or Google Play™. 2. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to connect your camera to your mobile device.
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro POWERING ON Press the Mode button USING THE TOUCH SCREEN to turn on your HERO8 Black. Tap Select an item to turn it on or off. POWERING OFF Press and hold the Mode button for 3 seconds to turn it off. Swipe Left or Right Switch between Video, Photo, and Time Lapse modes. Swipe Down From the Edge of the Screen Open the Dashboard when your camera is in a landscape orientation.
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro CAPTURE MODES Your GoPro has three main capture modes. Press and Hold the Capture Screen Turn on and adjust Exposure Control. Press and Hold Any Back Arrow Skip back to the main capture, Media Gallery, or Dashboard screen. VIDEO Change modes by swiping left or right to the one you want. Video Includes Standard, Activity, Cinematic, and Slo-Mo presets. To learn more, see Recording Video (page 39).
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro GETTING THE SHOT CAPTURE SCREEN This screen gives you access to your camera’s capture settings. 1. Simply press the Shutter button to start recording. 1 2 2H:11 100% 00:00 100% 2H:11 100% 100% 5 3 4 Standard 1080 | 60 | W 1. Current Mode (Video, Photo, or Time Lapse) 2. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording (Video, Time Lapse, and Live Streaming only). 2. Recording Time/Photos Remaining 3. Customizable On-Screen Shortcuts 4.
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro CHANGING PRESETS Each capture mode has presets that make it easy to switch back and forth between the best mode and settings for your shot. They make getting the shot you want as simple as possible. CUSTOMIZING THE PRESETS You can change the settings in your presets with just a few taps. 1. Tap next to the preset you want to adjust. 1. Tap the capture settings. VIDEO Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide 2H:11 100% 100% Activity 2.
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro The on-screen instructions will give you a rundown of your options. 4. Tap to save your changes and return to the presets screen. DIGITAL LENS STANDARD Wide Large field of view that captures as much as possible in the frame. For details on settings, see Tech Specs (starting page 109). 3. Scroll down for the more advanced settings. RES | FPS Lens HyperSmooth 1080 | 60 Wide Boost Low Light Zoom Clips On 1.
Getting to Know Your GoPro Getting to Know Your GoPro RESTORING PRESETS TO THEIR ORIGINAL SETTINGS You can go back to your presets’ original settings anytime. 1. Tap . NAVIGATING WITH THE BUTTONS Although your GoPro is waterproof, the touch screen won’t work under water. Use the buttons and front screen to change modes and settings. 1. With your camera on, hold down the Mode button and press the Shutter button . A menu will appear on the front screen. VIDEO Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide Activity 2.
Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro HERO8 Black is the most customizable GoPro ever. It lets you create your own presets and personalize your screen for instant access to the settings you use the most. CREATING YOUR OWN PRESETS The perfect capture settings for a day out on the slopes may not be so great when you’re recording indoors. Custom presets let you set up and save settings for both so you can switch back and forth in no time. 1.
Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro 4. Choose an icon and name for your preset. DELETING YOUR PRESET 1. Tap . NAME PRESET VIDEO Custom Standard Air Activity 1080 | 60 | Wide 2.7K | 60 | SuperView Bike Cinematic 4K | 30 | Linear 5. Tap to save your preset. You may need to fine-tune your presets after trying them out. Tap next to the preset to make adjustments. 2. Tap . MANAGE Custom 1440 | 60 | Wide Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView 3. Tap Done.
Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro SUGGESTED SETTINGS Here are some of the best modes and settings for capturing your favorite activities. Try them as starting points for your presets, and then experiment to find what works best for you. Activity Video Photo POV • 1440p60, Wide Lens • 1440p120, Wide Lens • 15x TimeWarp 2.
Customizing Your GoPro Customizing Your GoPro PERSONALIZING YOUR ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS On-screen shortcuts give you quick one-tap access to your camera’s capture settings. Each mode has its own default shortcuts, but you can change them to the settings that you use most. You can even set up different shortcuts for each preset. 1. Tap the next to the preset you want to adjust. 3. Tap where you’d like to put your new shortcut.
Customizing Your GoPro 5. Tap Using QuikCapture to save your changes and return to the presets screen. QuikCapture is the fastest and easiest way to power on your GoPro and get the shot. All it takes is the push of the Shutter button. RECORDING VIDEO WITH QUIKCAPTURE STANDARD 1. With your camera off, press the Shutter button . ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS Lower Left Lower Right Upper Left Lens Zoom Slo-Mo Upper Right Now you can simply tap the shortcut to change settings.
Using QuikCapture Adding HiLight Tags TAKING TIME LAPSE WITH QUIKCAPTURE 1. With your camera off, press and hold the Shutter button until your camera turns on (about 3 seconds). It will start recording in the last Time Lapse mode that you used. Mark favorite moments in your videos and photos by pressing the Mode button during recording or playback. This adds a HiLight Tag that makes those moments easier to find when you’re watching your footage, creating a video, or looking for a certain shot.
Setting the Screen Orientation Recording Video You can easily switch between landscape and portrait shots by rotating your camera. HERO8 Black can even capture photos and videos right-side up when it’s mounted upside down. The touch screen menu will automatically adjust, and your media will play back right-side up. Your GoPro comes loaded with four video presets. Each has its own specialty. Once you’ve chosen your preset, press the Shutter button to start recording. Press it again to stop.
Recording Video ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS The video presets feature four default shortcuts, but you can swap them out with any shortcuts you’d like. Recording Video 1. Tap before you start recording. To learn more, see Personalizing Your On-Screen Shortcuts (page 32). 2H:11 100% 100% Heads Up: The Slo-Mo preset does not have default shortcuts. Slo-Mo Tapping the Slo-Mo shortcut automatically resets the frame rate to 120 fps. This will let you slow the footage down to 4x normal speed during playback.
Recording Video Recording Video Digital Lenses Changing digital lenses on your GoPro is just like switching out the lenses on an old-school camera. They affect the field of view, the cropping, and the fisheye effect in your shot. HyperSmooth Boost Use HyperSmooth Boost to maximize video stabilization when the terrain gets rough. 1. Tap 1. Tap before you start recording. . 2H:11 100% 2H:11 100% 100% 100% Standard 1080 | 60 | W Standard 1080 | 60 | W 2.
Recording Video Video Settings Touch Zoom Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. Here’s a breakdown of the video settings. Tap the to make changes. 1. Tap and then the setting . VIDEO Standard 2H:11 100% 100% 1080 | 60 | Wide Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView Cinematic 4K | 30 | Linear STANDARD RES | FPS Lens HyperSmooth 1080 | 60 Wide Boost Low Light Zoom Clips On 1.0x Off Standard 1080 | 60 | W 2. Use the slider to choose how much you want to zoom.
Video Settings Video Settings Slo-Mo These high-frame rate settings let you slow your footage down to 8x or 4x normal speed during playback. Set the resolution to 1080p and frame rate to 240 fps for 8x super slow motion. Choose a 2.7K, 1440p, or 1080p resolution with a frame rate of 120 fps for 4x slow motion. INTERVAL (LOOPING) Choose how long your GoPro records before looping back to record over the start of the video. The default interval is 5 minutes.
Taking Photos Taking Photos Your GoPro has four Photo presets. Simply choose the type of photo you want and press the Shutter button to get the shot. All photos are captured at 12MP, with the default digital lens set to Wide. ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS The photo presets feature four default shortcuts, but you can swap them out with any shortcuts you’d like. PHOTO (DEFAULT) Use this preset to capture a single photo or a series of continuous photos.
Taking Photos Taking Photos 2. Choose 3 seconds (great for selfies) or 10 seconds (great for group shots). Digital Lenses Digital lenses affect the field of view, the cropping, and the fisheye effect in your photo. Switch them up to see what works best for your shot. 1. Tap . 999+ 100% 100% Off Photo Wide 3. Press the Shutter button . Your camera will start the countdown. It will also beep, and the front status light will blink. Both will speed up as the time winds down before snapping the photo.
Taking Photos Taking Photos Output HERO8 Black lets you decide how your photos are processed and saved. Photo mode (shooting one photo at a time) gives you the most options. Output Mode Description SuperPhoto Photo Automatically uses advanced image processing to give you the most brilliant photos possible in any lighting. May take longer to process each shot. HDR Photo Takes and combines multiple photos into a single shot. Brings out the details in scenes that mix bright light and shadows.
Taking Photos Photo Settings Touch Zoom Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. Here’s an overview of the available photo settings. Tap the to access the settings menu, and then tap the setting itself to make changes. 1. Tap . PHOTO 999+ 100% 100% Photo Wide LiveBurst Wide Burst Auto | Wide PHOTO Lens Output Timer Wide Standard Off Zoom 1.0x Photo Wide 2. Use the slider to choose how much you want to zoom.
Photo Settings Capturing Time Lapse TIMER Set up a 3- or 10-second timer for your photo. Time Lapse turns long events into short shareable videos by taking a frame of video at set intervals. Your GoPro has three Time Lapse presets. All you have to do is press the Shutter button to start recording, and then press it again to stop. ZOOM Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. Use the slider on the right to lock in the zoom level.
Capturing Time Lapse Capturing Time Lapse ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS The time lapse presets include two default shortcuts, but you can swap them out with any shortcuts you’d like. 2. Scroll through the options to see a live preview of each option, and then tap the one that you want. To learn more, see Personalizing Your On-Screen Shortcuts (page 32). Wide 16-34mm PRO TIP: Although there are only two default shortcuts, you can have up to four.
Capturing Time Lapse Time Lapse Settings USING TOUCH ZOOM Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. Here’s where you can make adjustments to your Time Lapse settings. Tap the and then tap the setting to make changes. 1. Tap . TIME LAPSE 2H:11 100% 100% TimeWarp 1080 | Auto | Wide Time Lapse 1080 | Auto | Wide Night Lapse 1080 | Auto | Wide TIMEWARP Resolution Lens Speed 1440 Wide Auto Zoom 1.0x TimeWarp 1080 | Auto | W 2.
Time Lapse Settings Time Lapse Settings ZOOM Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. Use the slider on the right to lock in the zoom level. OUTPUT (TIME LAPSE PHOTO, NIGHT LAPSE PHOTO) Save your photos as standard .jpg or RAW files. SPEED (TIMEWARP 2.0) Set your video speed. Choose a lower speed (2x or 5x) for short activities or higher speeds (10x, 15x, or 30x) for longer activities.
Live Streaming Exposure Control SETTING UP A LIVE STREAM HERO8 Black scans the entire scene to choose the exposure level for your shot. Exposure Control lets you decide if only a section of the shot should be used to set the exposure. 1. Connect to the GoPro app. For details, see Connecting to the GoPro App (page 77). 2. In the app, tap to control your camera. 3. Tap and follow the instructions to set up your stream. For complete step-by-step instructions, visit gopro.com/live-stream-setup.
Exposure Control Exposure Control SETTING EXPOSURE CONTROL USING LOCKED EXPOSURE With this option, your camera locks the exposure until you cancel it. Turning Exposure Control Off Exposure Control is automatically turned off when you switch capture modes or restart your camera. It can also be turned off manually. If you’re snowboarding on a sunny day, you might try locking the exposure on your subject’s jacket.
Connecting to an External Microphone Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice You can use the GoPro Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter with the Media Mod (HERO8 Black), both sold separately, and an external microphone to enhance the audio in your videos. Voice Control gives you easy, hands-free control of your GoPro. It’s great when you’re busy with handlebars, ski poles, and more. Just tell your GoPro what you want it to do. 1. Connect the microphone to your camera’s USB-C port using the GoPro Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter.
Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS There are two types of voice commands: Action commands and Mode commands. Using Mode Commands Use these commands to switch capture modes on the go. Then say, “GoPro, capture” or press the Shutter button to get the shot. Using Action Commands These commands let you switch modes on the fly. If you just recorded a video, you can say, “GoPro, take a photo” to snap a photo without manually switching modes.
Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice Playing Back Your Media TURNING ON YOUR GOPRO WITH YOUR VOICE With this setting, your GoPro will turn on and respond to voice commands when it’s off. Swipe up to see the last video, photo, or burst you took. Swipe left and right to flip through the other files on your SD card. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap 0:00 / 1:14 to turn on Voice Control. 3. Tap Preferences > Voice Control > Wake on Voice > On. 4.
Playing Back Your Media Playing Back Your Media Adjust the playback volume MEDIA (14) Go to the previous or next photo in a burst or group of continuous photos Heads Up: The playback options will vary based on the type of media you’re viewing. PRO TIP: Some playback options are not available when you’re holding your camera in portrait orientation. Make adjustments to those settings in landscape orientation before rotating your camera.
Playing Back Your Media Connecting to Other Devices DELETING MULTIPLE FILES CONNECTING TO THE GOPRO APP Use the GoPro app to control your HERO8 Black, share videos and photos on the go, and automatically transform your footage into awesome video stories synced with effects and music. 1. Tap . 2. Tap all of the files that you want to delete. Tap a file again if you want to de-select it. 3. Tap to delete the selected files. VIEWING VIDEOS + PHOTOS ON A MOBILE DEVICE 1.
Connecting to Other Devices Transferring Your Media CONNECTING TO BLUETOOTH DEVICES You can connect your GoPro to Bluetooth devices that capture data about your footage. The data can be used to enhance your videos with stats about your adventure. CREATING A VIDEO STORY You can set up your GoPro to automatically send videos and photos to your phone. The GoPro app will use them to create fully edited video story complete with music and effects. 1. Connect your camera to the GoPro app.
Transferring Your Media Transferring Your Media TRANSFERRING FROM YOUR SD CARD You can copy your videos and photos to a computer for playback and editing. AUTO UPLOADING TO THE CLOUD With a GoPro PLUS subscription, you can automatically upload your media to the cloud where you can view, edit, and share it from any device. 1. Remove the SD card from your camera. 2. Insert the card into an SD card reader or adapter. 3.
Transferring Your Media Transferring Your Media MANUALLY UPLOADING TO THE CLOUD Transfer your media to the cloud without waiting for your camera to fully charge. (Your GoPro must still be connected to a power outlet, and Auto Upload must be off.) TURNING OFF AUTO UPLOAD You can keep your camera from trying to upload every time it’s connected to a power outlet and fully charged. 1. Subscribe to GoPro PLUS. 2. Connect your camera to a power outlet. 3. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 4.
Setting Your Preferences Setting Your Preferences USING THE DASHBOARD With your camera in landscape orientation, swipe down to access the Dashboard and Preferences. 08:25 PM 08:25 PM Preferences 10/06/19 Preferences DASHBOARD FEATURES The Dashboard lets you quickly tap the following settings on and off: 10/06/19 CONNECTION STATUS Check the top of the Dashboard to see your connection status. GPS is on (white). GPS is off (gray). Voice Control GPS is unavailable (gray).
Setting Your Preferences Setting Your Preferences CHANGING PREFERENCES Preferences let you set up your GoPro any way you want. QuikCapture QuikCapture is on by default. You can turn it off here. It can also be toggled on or off using the Dashboard. CONNECTIONS Set all of your GoPro’s wireless connections. . Wireless Connections Turn your camera’s wireless connections on and off. Connect Device Choose to connect to the GoPro app, GoPro Smart Remote, or a Bluetooth device.
Setting Your Preferences Setting Your Preferences VOICE CONTROL Choose your Voice Control settings and see all of the available commands. TOUCH SCREEN Adjust Orientation, set the Screen Saver, and adjust brightness. Voice Control Turn Voice Control on and off. It can also be toggled on or off using the Dashboard. Wake on Voice Lets you wake your camera by saying, “GoPro, turn on.” Language Choose your Voice Control language. Commands See a complete list of voice commands.
Setting Your Preferences Setting Your Preferences INPUT/OUTPUT Set up how you want to use your camera’s HDMI output, and find the right setting for your external microphone. ABOUT Update your GoPro, plus find your camera’s name, serial number, battery condition, and software version.
Setting Your Preferences RESET Format your SD card or reset your camera’s settings. Format SD Card Reformat your SD card. This will erase all of your media, so be sure to save it first. Reset Presets Reset the preloaded presets to their original settings and delete all custom presets. Reset Camera Tips See all of the camera tips from the beginning. Factory Reset Restore all of your camera’s settings and clear all connections.
Important Messages REPAIRING YOUR FILE HERO8 Black will automatically try to fix damaged files. Files can be damaged if your camera loses power while recording or if there’s a problem saving the file. The File Repair icon will appear on the touch screen when a repair is in progress. Your camera will let you know when it’s finished and if the file was fixed. MEMORY CARD FULL Your camera will let you know when your SD card is full. You’ll need to move or delete some files if you want to keep recording.
Resetting Your Camera Mounting Your GoPro RESTORING FACTORY SETTINGS This will restore all of your camera’s original settings, clear all device connections, and deregister your camera from GoPro PLUS. This is useful if you’re giving your camera to a friend and want to completely reset it to its original state. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Reset> Factory Reset.
Mounting Your GoPro USING THE MOUNTING FINGERS Depending on the mount you’re using, you’ll either use a mounting buckle or attach your GoPro directly to the mount itself. See Using the Adhesive Mounts (page 100) for tips on using adhesive mounts. Mounting Your GoPro 4. Attach the mounting buckle to the mount. a. Flip up the mounting buckle plug. b. Slide the buckle into the mount until it clicks into place. c. Press the plug back down so that it sits flush with the buckle. 1.
Mounting Your GoPro USING THE ADHESIVE MOUNTS Follow these guidelines when attaching adhesive mounts to helmets, vehicles, and gear: • Attach mounts at least 24 hours before you use them. • Only attach the mounts to smooth surfaces. They won’t stick properly to porous or textured surfaces. • Firmly press mounts into place. Be sure the adhesive is in full contact with the surface. • Only use on clean, dry surfaces. Wax, oil, dirt, or other debris will weaken the bond, and you could lose your camera.
Removing the Door Removing the Door There might be times when you need to remove your camera’s door. REATTACHING THE DOOR 1. Line the door up with the small silver bar. WARNING: Only remove the door in a dry, dust-free environment. The camera is not waterproof when the door is open or removed. 2. Press the door tightly into the small silver bar until it snaps into place and is securely attached. REMOVING THE DOOR 1. Unlock the latch, and flip the door open. 2.
Maintenance Battery Information Follow these tips to get the best performance from your camera: MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE Here are some things you can do to maximize battery life: • Your GoPro is waterproof to 33ft (10m)—no housing needed. Be sure the door is closed before using it in or around water, dirt, or sand. • Capture video at lower frame rates and resolutions. • Before closing the door, be sure the seal is free of debris. Use a cloth to clean the seal if needed.
Battery Information WARNING: Using a non-GoPro wall charger could damage your camera battery and could lead to fire or leakage. With the exception of the GoPro Supercharger (sold separately), only use chargers marked Output 5V 1A. If you don’t know your charger’s voltage and current, use the included USB-C cable to charge your camera with a computer. BATTERY STORAGE + HANDLING HERO8 Black is full of sensitive components, including the battery. Avoid exposing your camera to very hot or cold temperatures.
Troubleshooting Tech Specs: Video MY GOPRO WON’T POWER ON Make sure your GoPro is charged. See Charging (page 10). If charging the battery doesn’t work, try restarting your camera. See Restarting Your GoPro (page 95). VIDEO RESOLUTION (RES) Video resolution refers to the number of horizontal lines used in each frame of video. A 1080p video is made up of 1080 horizontal lines, each with a width of 1920 pixels. A 4K video is made up of 3840 horizontal lines, each with a width of 2160 pixels.
Tech Specs: Video Video Resolution Description 1440p Tall 4:3 aspect ratio fits more into the frame than 1080p. Great for capturing fast action and pointof-view shots and for sharing to social media. 1080p Standard HDTV resolution that’s great for all shots and sharing to social media. High 240 fps and 120 fps options enable super slo-mo during editing. Tech Specs: Video This chart compares the frame size of each resolution: 4K 4:3 4K 2.7K 4:3 2.
Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video FRAMES PER SECOND (FPS) Frames per second refers to the number of frames captured in each second of video. Higher fps values (60, 120, or 240) are better at capturing fast-action shots. You can also use high fps footage for slo-mo playback. ASPECT RATIO Aspect ratio refers to the width and height of an image. HERO8 Black captures videos and photos in two aspect ratios.
Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video DIGITAL LENSES (VIDEO) Digital lenses let you choose how much of the scene is captured by your camera. The different lenses also affect the zoom level and the fisheye effect in your shot. For Video mode, SuperView captures the largest field of view while Narrow captures the smallest. HERO8 Black VIDEO SETTINGS Here’s a rundown of your camera’s video resolutions along with available fps, lenses, and aspect ratio for each.
Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video Video Resolution (RES) FPS (60Hz/ 50Hz)* Digital Lenses Screen Resolution Aspect Ratio 1440p 120/100 Wide 1920x1440 4:3 1440p 60/50 30/25 24/24 Wide, Linear, Narrow 1920x1440 4:3 1080p 240/200 Wide 1920x1080 16:9 If heat’s a problem, try recording shorter videos. Also limit use of features that take a lot of power, such as the GoPro app. The GoPro Smart Remote (sold separately) can control your GoPro while using less energy.
Tech Specs: Video Tech Specs: Video HYPERSMOOTH 2.0 VIDEO STABILIZATION HyperSmooth 2.0 delivers ultra smooth professional footage by correcting for camera shake. It crops your videos while recording, which lets it buffer the footage to eliminate bumps and jitters. This makes it perfect for biking, skating, skiing, handheld shots, and more.
Tech Specs: Photo Tech Specs: Photo SUPERPHOTO SuperPhoto automatically analyzes the scene and intelligently applies the best image processing for the shot. Turning On SuperPhoto SuperPhoto is off by default. Here’s how to turn it on.
Tech Specs: Photo Tech Specs: Photo SHUTTER SPEED (NIGHT + NIGHT LAPSE PHOTO) Shutter speed lets you decide how long your camera’s shutter stays open in Night and Night Lapse Photo modes. Here are your options, plus tips on when to use them: DIGITAL LENSES (PHOTO) Digital lenses let you choose how much of the scene is captured by your camera. They also affect the zoom level and fisheye effect in your shot.
Tech Specs: Photo Tech Specs: Time Lapse RAW FORMAT When this setting is turned on, all photos are saved as a .jpg image (for viewing on your camera or sharing with the GoPro app) and a .gpr file. The .gpr file is based on the Adobe® DNG format. These files can be used in Adobe Camera Raw (ACR), version 9.7 or later. You can also use Adobe Photoshop® Lightroom® CC (2015.7 release or later) and Adobe Photoshop® Lightroom® 6 (version 6.7 or later). TIMEWARP 2.
Tech Specs: Time Lapse Tech Specs: Time Lapse VIDEO RESOLUTION (TIMEWARP 2.0, TIME LAPSE VIDEO) HERO8 Black shoots TimeWarp and Time Lapse Video in four resolutions. Here are all of your options: TIME LAPSE INTERVAL The Interval sets how often your camera takes a shot in Time Lapse Video and Time Lapse Photo modes. Resolution Aspect Ratio Available intervals are 0.5 (default), 1, 2, 5, 10, and 30 seconds; 1, 2, 5, and 30 minutes; and 1 hour. 4K 16:9 2.
Tech Specs: Time Lapse Tech Specs: Time Lapse Time Lapse Video Recording Time Use this chart to determine the length of your videos. For example, recording for 5 minutes with a 0.5-second interval will give you 20 seconds of time lapse video. Recording for 15 minutes will give you 1 minute of video. NIGHT LAPSE INTERVAL Choose how often your GoPro snaps a shot in Night Lapse mode. Night Lapse intervals are Auto; 4, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 30 seconds; and 1, 2, 5, 30, and 60 minutes.
Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune Protune unlocks your camera’s full creative potential by giving you manual control of advanced settings, including Color, White Balance, and Shutter Speed. It’s compatible with professional color correction tools and other editing software. COLOR Color lets you adjust the color profile of your videos or photos. Scroll between the options to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap the one you want.
Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune ISO MINIMUM/MAXIMUM ISO Minimum and ISO Maximum let you set a range for the camera’s sensitivity to light and image noise. Image noise refers to the degree of graininess in the shot. SHUTTER The Protune Shutter setting only applies to the Video, Photo, and LiveBurst modes. This setting determines how long the shutter stays open. Scroll between the options to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap the one you want. The default setting is Auto.
Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune EXPOSURE VALUE COMPENSATION (EV COMP) Exposure Value Compensation affects the brightness of your photos and videos. Adjusting this setting can improve image quality when shooting scenes with sharply contrasting lighting conditions. SHARPNESS Sharpness controls the quality of details captured in your video footage or photos. Options for this setting are High (default), Medium, and Low. Options for this setting range from -2.0 to +2.0. The default setting is 0.
Tech Specs: Protune Tech Specs: Protune RAW AUDIO This setting creates a separate .wav file for your video, in addition to the standard .mp4 audio track. You can select the level of processing to apply to the RAW audio track. WIND-NOISE REDUCTION Your HERO8 Black uses three microphones to capture sound while recording video. You can customize how they’re used based on conditions where you’re shooting and the type of sound you want in your finished video.
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