GoPro has released several new products: HERO8 Black, MAX cameras and various modules.
HERO8 Black
First
The device is equipped with four“digital lenses” (actually viewing angle settings) and a front-facing microphone with wind noise reduction. To make it more convenient to control the camera, it has settings for quick access to different shooting modes.
MAX
GoPro MAX - Waterproof, All-In-OneA camera with 2 lenses can withstand depths of up to 5 meters. The gadget can be used to record activities that require good stabilization, such as cycling, as well as for spherical shooting or vlogging.
The HyperSmooth function evens out the horizon, and SuperView provides a wide viewing angle. The new Recomposition algorithm will turn spherical video into traditional video with smooth transitions.
Modules
In addition to cameras, the company introduced new modularaccessories: media module, screen module and light module. Thanks to them, HERO8 Black will record sound well, have a front-facing display and high-quality lighting.
Contest
Just like last year, GoPro launched a competitionto participate in which you will need one of the new products. All you need to do is record a raw video for the promotional video, send it to the competition website and wait for the results. On January 12, 2020, the company will select the most interesting clips for the final promotional video, and their authors will split $1,000,000 among themselves.
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HERO8 Black 13 999 UAH.
HERO8 Black takes stabilization to the next level – HyperSmooth 2.0, which
far superior to HyperSmooth 1.0. New Generation Stabilization
HyperSmooth 2.0 supports all camera modes, has a “Boost” mode and (“Boost”)
and makes horizon alignment possible in the application. In addition, a new feature
TimeWarp 2.0 allows you to automatically adjust the speed of the video with one touch.
HERO8 Black features four digital lenses for easy selection
viewing angle, and also provides excellent sound quality with wind suppression,
offers customizable presets and features a lightweight frameless
design with folding clamping rings. Do not miss!
Streamlined design and frameless mount with integrated hinged mounting
fingers mean that the camera has become more pocket-sized and 14% lighter. Frameless design
also makes replacing batteries and SD cards even faster; In addition, the lens is now 2 times
more impact resistant. Toughened lenses and
protective films.
Modules
Media module, screen module and light module — These are modular accessories, using
which HERO8 Black gets the ability to record professional sound
quality, front display and high-quality lighting. Modules open
additional features and turn HERO8 Black into real
multifunctional tool.
MAX for 15 999 UAH.
GoPro MAX — This is a GoPro camera with two lenses and universal
possibilities — It's like three cameras in one. The MAX camera can be used as
HERO waterproof camera with one lens and maximum stabilization,
like a camera with two lenses for spherical shooting or a camera for video blogs
a new level with an integrated front display and recording capabilities
high-quality sound with 6 built-in microphones. No matter how you will
use the MAX camera, it will provide unrivaled video stabilization
thanks to MAX HyperSmooth. In addition, MAX is equipped with four digital
lenses, including the super wide MAX SuperView with the widest viewing angle
in the history of GoPro. Additional features include: spherical gluing
photo and video and editing spherical materials on reference frames in the GoPro application
App. GoPro MAX cannot be compared to any other camera in the world — she's perfect
suitable for those who are constantly in search and seeks to maximize their
creative potential.
Million Dollar Challenge from GoPro
GoPro Million Dollar Competition Returns and Now HERO8 Contributes
Black and MAX. Million-dollar contest held only for camera owners
HERO8 Black and MAX. Winners whose video clips will be included in the final video of the Competition
a million dollars from GoPro, which will be published at the end of January 2020,
will receive equal shares of the total prize pool of $ 1,000,000. Applications will begin
October 1 and end on January 12.
“The first GoPro camera was created 15 years ago. From the very beginning we wanted to give people
the opportunity to share your hobbies, creativity and adventures, — speaks
GoPro founder and CEO Nick Woodman. — HERO8 Black,
modules and MAX completely change the idea of camera capabilities.”
At the heart of the HERO8 Black is the previous model, but now the HERO line has been added
and unrivaled performance. HyperSmooth 2.0 Video Stabilization Technology
provides significantly improved stabilization with vertical displacement, and
also now supports all frame rates and resolutions. Unique feature
TimeWarp 2.0 automatically adjusts the recording speed and allows you to slow down the video to
real time with one touch. Improved Super Photo feature
allows you to take dynamic, clear pictures in HDR, and in the new LiveBurst mode
Shooting is performed for 1.5 seconds before and after the shutter is released in 12 MP resolution
(4K 4: 3). And for those who care about sound quality, the HERO8 Black has a front
optimized microphone for work in the wind, so that the sound on the video is always on
top level.
In addition, thanks to four new digital lenses — including
GoPro's patented SuperView lens and non-linear lens
distortion — Every shot will look professional. For more convenience
you can create shooting presets for quick access to shooting settings
any kind of activity. All this is realized in an optimized frameless case.
designs with folding clamping rings.
HERO8 Black can also be used as a camera for video blogs and turn
into a multifunctional tool thanks to a system of new modular accessories
GoPro Modules allow you to expand the capabilities of HERO8 Black without need
damage to the compactness and durability of the HERO camera.
Media module. Users will receive a built-in first-class microphone and two
"cold shoes" for connecting additional accessories, as well as connectors
Type-C, HDMI and 3.5 mm jack for connecting an external microphone.
Screen module. Users will receive a folding front or rear 1.9-inch
a display that attaches to the top of the media module. This size is perfect
suitable for composing a frame when shooting video blogs, and when not in use,
the module is easy to fold so that it does not interfere.
Light module. Waterproof to a depth of 10 meters, allows you to perform
shooting handheld or using various mounts. This module — most
universal light source from existing. By attaching the light module to
media module or GoPro mount, you can light up any scene. Included
diffuser to soften light when shooting movies on HERO8 Black.
We also have GoPro MAX — a universal camera that can be called three
cameras in one. The MAX camera is waterproof to a depth of 5 meters and can be
use as a HERO camera with one lens and maximum stabilization, as
a system with two lenses for spherical shooting or a universal device for
vlogging — three cameras in one. In addition, in the MAX camera, every function
maximally improved. MAX HyperSmooth — this is unsurpassed
stabilization of a new level with the function of leveling the horizon in the camera, which
completely solves the problem using the suspension. Using the MAX function
TimeWarp you can manage time and space like never before and
Get significantly more advanced features than a regular feature
TimeWarp MAX SuperView mode provides the widest viewing angle with
an incredible immersive effect in the history of GoPro.
When editing spherical videos, MAX users can now use the function
"Rearrangement" — new algorithm based on keyframes in the GoPro app
App. Now you have the ability to easily and quickly convert spherical videos to
traditional video with incredibly smooth transitions. Function "Rearrangement"
matches the capabilities of some spherical video editing solutions for
PC, but at the same time combines the convenience and ease of use of the GoPro application
App.
And for shooting video blogs, the MAX camera is a universal option thanks to
unrivaled video stabilization, four digital lenses to create
perfect shots, front touch screen for easy framing and six
microphones for recording directional quality sound. If you add here
the ability to shoot panoramas with an angle of 270°; in PowerPano mode, built-in capability
gluing together spherical photos and videos and the convenience of the “Rearrangement” function — MAX
truly turns out to be a camera with no analogues in the world.
Availability in markets
Pre-order HERO8 at GoPro.com today, with
On October 20, HERO8 will be available at select partner retailers.
to the whole world. Start of sales in Ukraine from October 28.
Pre-order your MAX at GoPro.com today,
sending orders will begin on October 24. MAX will be available in some
retail stores around the world starting October 24th.
Modules will be available for pre-order on GoPro.com in December.
Updated GoPro App
We hasten to inform you that all the benefits of the award-winning Quik application
Now integrated right into the GoPro App. But that's not all. GoPro app
The App also supports editing both GoPro materials and those shot on the phone,
allows you to apply filters to individual and multiple clips simultaneously and
supports 1080p live streaming on both HERO8 Black and MAX.
The automatic video editing function in the app also includes four
new themes based on cult materials created by creative employees
GoPro team. Choose one of four themes — Adrenaline Seeker, Adventure Travel,
Cinematic or Memory Curator — and share the result on social networks or save
draft in the attachment to continue working on the material later.
Million Dollar Competition Returns
For the second year in a row, GoPro gives users the chance to try their luck in the Competition for
million dollars and take part in creating a promotional video. The rules are simple: take
HERO8 Black or MAX, shoot the raw video and send it by
gopro.com/milliondollarchallenge The most original clips will go to the final
promo video, and their creators will receive their share of $ 1,000,000.
HERO8 Black — main characteristics
&bul; Optimized design — The camera has become 14% lighter, different
more compact, and also has a frameless mount due to
integrated folding clamping rings. In addition, frameless design
speeds up the replacement of batteries and SD cards, and the lens is now 2 times more
shockproof.
&bul; Modules for HERO8 Black — quick and easy connection of such accessories,
like backlights, microphones, LCD screens and many others, allows video bloggers,
professional filmmakers and novice content creators do
more than they imagined.
&bul; HyperSmooth 2.0 — improved overall stabilization performance and
Significantly improved stabilization with vertical displacement. AT
HyperSmooth 2.0 also adds a new “Boost” mode, which when
Necessity improves stabilization. Moreover, HyperSmooth 2.0
supports all resolutions and frame rates and makes it possible
horizon alignment in the application.
&bul; TimeWarp 2.0 — automatically adjusts speed depending on movement,
stage and lighting. You can slow down the video to real time or return
accelerate with one touch.
&bul; Digital lenses — switch between the following modes: narrow,
linear, wide and superview.
&bul; Shooting presets — customize up to 10 shooting presets or
use the built-in basic presets for standard, sports,
cinematic and slow motion video. They are convenient to use for
quick access to settings.
&bul; Screen shortcuts — customize your screen with shortcuts for the most frequently used
functions used.
&bul; LiveBurst — record 1.5 seconds before and after the frame to get
the ability to choose the best 12MP shot or create a stunning video
4K 4: 3 for publication.
&bul; Super photo with improved HDR — take amazing photos with
12 megapixel resolution thanks to improved HDR technology — in motion or
stationary — with reduced blur and high detail even
in low light conditions.
&bul; Professional quality 4K60 + 1080p240 video — amazing resolution
video and the choice of studio-quality bitrate up to 100 Mbps, as well as
8x super slow motion slow motion video
1080p240 frames.
&bul; RAW in all photography modes — RAW format provides maximum
flexibility and is now available for shooting in time-lapse and burst modes
photographing.
&bul; Night time lapse — Capture stunning time-lapse videos at night in
4K, 2.7K 4: 3, 1440p or 1080p format with processing directly in the camera.
&bul; Live broadcast in 1080p format — conduct live broadcasts in the format
1080p on social networks, use HyperSmooth stabilization during
broadcasts through the GoPro App and save materials to an SD card,
to watch them later.
• Voice Control – Take hands-free control of the camera using
14 voice commands in 15 languages and dialects, e.g. "GoPro, take photos".
• Improved Wind Noise Reduction – Enjoy Clearer and Clearer
sound thanks to the new location of the front microphone and
advanced algorithms that actively suppress wind noise.
• Rugged & Waterproof – Waterproof without use
Boxing at a depth of 10 m.
• GPS Support – Track speed, distance and altitude, then
Add tags to your video using the GoPro App.
• Transfer files to your phone – your photos and videos automatically
migrate when connected to the GoPro App, and you can
share moments right on the go.
MAX Main Features
• Built-in folding clamping rings
• HERO Spherical Shooting Modes - Switch between shooting
HERO-style traditional photos and videos and spherical effect materials
immersion.
• MAX HyperSmooth – MAX provides unparalleled stabilization,
using a 180° survey as the main buffer.
• In-camera horizon leveling – revolutionary in HERO mode
horizon alignment provides incredibly smooth cinematic
picture.
• MAX TimeWarp – This feature works in both spherical mode and
HERO mode. TimeWarp in HERO mode automatically adjusts the speed to
depending on movement, scene and lighting + allows one touch
Switch between real-time deceleration and acceleration.
• Digital Lenses – Four digital lenses make it easy to choose the angle of view
and offer the MAX SuperView option with maximum immersion effect.
• MAX SuperView – the widest viewing angle with a fully immersive effect,
which can be realized using digital lenses.
• PowerPano — panorama without panning. Create Impressive
270° panoramic photos without distortion – you don't even need to point the camera
along the horizon. Ideal for shooting dynamic scenes and spectacular
selfie.
• Superb Image Quality – 5.6K30 Spherical Video, 1440p60 Video
and 1080p60 in HERO mode, 5.5 MP photo in HERO mode and panoramic photos
6.2 MP in PowerPano mode.
• High-quality surround sound stereo sound – Six microphones provide
realistic surround sound or the best stereo sound in GoPro history.
• Directional Sound – Directional audio in HERO mode allows you toassign
priority to the sound from any side of the camera, regardless of the used
a lens that is ideal for video blogs.
• In-camera splicing – upload and edit spherical materials in
GoPro App
&bul; Rearrangement + GoPro App — use an algorithm using reference
frames in the application for conveniently converting spherical materials into
traditional videos and photos that can be viewed, edited and
publish.
&bul; Live broadcast 1080p — shoot in HERO mode with stabilization
HyperSmooth and share moments while living them.
&bul; Durability + waterproof — waterproof without use
boxing to a depth of 5 m.
&bul; Voice control — 13 commands in 15 languages and dialects.
&bul; GPS support — GPS determines your location, altitude
sea and speed. Add GPS tags to your video in the GoPro app
App.
&bul; Scene recognition — In HERO mode, the MAX camera knows where you are: in
snow, on the beach, under water or somewhere else.
&bul; Auto-upload to the cloud when using GoPro PLUS — upload videos and
photo from MAX camera to the cloud — automatically.