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GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam

    GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam

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    The Wi-Fi enabled GoPro HERO3 Black Edition wide-angle helmet cam comes with a Wi-Fi remote and is smaller and lighter than its predecessors, yet possesses top-of-the-line, 1440p high-def performance.

    • Black Edition captures professional, cinema-quality video at 2 times the resolution and frame rate of previous models while delivering twice the performance in low light
    • Included Wi-Fi remote is waterproof and wearable; it can control up to 50 Wi-Fi enabled GoPro cameras at a time, with a range of up to 600 ft.
    • Available for free download on the GoPro website, the GoPro App enables full camera control and live scene preview on any compatible iOS or Android smartphone or tablet
    • Wearable, gear-mountable cam is waterproof to 197 ft. (60m); weighing in at a scant 2.6 oz., HERO3 Black Edition is 25% lighter and 30% smaller than the HERO2 cam
    • HERO3 Black Edition captures ultrawide video at 48 frames per sec. (1440p), 60 fps. (1080p), 100 fps. (960p), 120 fps. (720p), and 240 fps. (WVGA)
    • Capture crisp and clear 12MP still photos at a rate of 30 images per sec. with burst mode or time-lapse photos at 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 sec. intervals
    • Reduced-distortion, aspherical lens works with user-selectable ultrawide, medium and narrow fields of view to deliver a variety of perspective-capture options
    • Redesigned audio system is as adept at capturing the subtle, natural sounds of voices and music as it is at capturing the immersive sounds of action sports
    • Cam features ultra-high resolution 2.7K-24 and 4K-15 (Protune only) modes; looping video, continuous photo, manual white balance control and simultaneous still/video capture
    • Improved wind-noise reduction helps ensure that you'll hear more of your passion and less of the wind during high-speed activities
    • Includes a micro HDMI port, USB port, and a port for an optional 3.5mm stereo mic adapter or composite A/V adapter (adapters not included)
    • Supports class 10 microSD cards (sold separately) up to 64GB for plenty of memory storage; record times will vary with resolutions and frame rates
    • Flat-lens housing is waterproof for stunning image sharpness both above and below the water
    • Compatible with all GoPro mounting accessories and 1st generation BacPacs, newer generation LCD Touch BacPac and 2nd generation Battery BacPac (all sold separately)
    • Note: new size and shape requires HERO3-specific wrist, skeleton and 3D housings; be sure to check for HERO3 compatibility of all housing accessories
    • Includes a rechargeable lithium ion battery, QR and J-hook buckles, 3-way pivot, curved and flat adhesive mounts, assorted mounting hardware and a USB charging cable
    • The GoPro HERO3 Black Edition wide-angle helmet cam is compatible with Windows® Vista, 7 and later as well as Mac OS® X 10.5 and later

    The GoPro HERO3 Black Edition wide-angle helmet cam and the HERO3 Black Edition motorsports package both feature the same camera, components and accessories.

    Some HERO3 units may require a software update upon receipt. Please visit http://gopro.com/support/product-registration/hd-hero3-cameras for downloading instructions. Feel free to contact REI with any questions.

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    GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Multisport
    12
    Yes
    Yes
    Glass lens
    Unavailable
    None
    4K / 2.7K / 1440p / 1080p / 960p / 720p / WVGA
    No
    Yes
    Yes
    12 fps. / 15 fps. / 24 fps. / 30 fps. / 48 fps. / 60 fps. / 100 fps. / 120 fps. / 240 fps.
    Yes
    No
    USB/micro-HDMI/composite A/V adapter/3.5mm stereo mic adapter/Wi-Fi
    Yes
    Windows / Mac
    Rechargeable lithium ion
    MicroSD memory card
    None
    Sold separately
    3.25 x 3 x 1.75 inches
    4.9 ounces
    Megapixels
    Waterproof
    High definition
    Lens
    Lens focal length
    Zoom range
    Vertical resolution
    Image stabilization
    Still mode
    Movie mode
    Frames per second
    Self timer
    Instant review
    Interface
    Remote control
    OS compatibility
    Power source
    Memory storage type
    Included memory
    LCD screen size
    Dimensions
    Weight (without batteries)

    GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam Customer Reviews

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    GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam
     
    3.4

    (based on 43 reviews)

    69%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • HD movies (32)
    • Mounting options (28)
    • Extreme durability (23)
    • Waterproof depth (15)
    • Image stability (11)

    Cons

    • No LCD screen (15)
    • Must read manual (10)
    • Camera doesn’t float (8)
    • No zoom (8)
    • Battery life (7)

    Best Uses

    • Outdoor activities (28)
    • Action photography (24)
    • Water sports (24)
    • Helmet sports (20)
    • Travel (18)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Outdoor enthusiast (28), Athlete (22), Traveler (15), Videographer (11), Filmmaker (9)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (34), Yes (6)

    Reviewed by 43 customers

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    3.0

    great idea, but buggy operation

    By wrldtrvllr

    from Australia

    About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

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    Pros

    • Great Quality Picsvideos
    • Great Quality Videos

    Cons

    • Battery Drains Quickly
    • Constant Crashing
    • Fiddly To Get To Battery

    Best Uses

    • Helmet Sports
    • Outdoor Activities
    • Water Sports

    Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

    used for snow sports and water activities

    constant crashing - haven't been able to work out why - especially annoying (and painful to fix with numb fingers) when mounted on helmet for snow sports

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    4.0

    Great picture - short battery life

    By Oscar J

    from Los Angeles, Ca

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    Pros

    • HD Video Quality
    • Mounting Options

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

        I mounted this to my bike and it has worked very well. The wide angle lens gives some distortion around the edges, but also really enhances the feel of speed in the videos. The main shortfall is that it has a short battery life (maybe 45 minutes). Resolved by buying an extra battery. I really like the WiFi connection with my IPAD for making adjustments to the camera and seeing the camera image while adjusting the camera mount angle.

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        4.0

        Excellent Images / Weak Batteries

        By JLeephoto

        from North Carolina

        About Me Journalist, Outdoor Enthusiast, Videographer

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        Pros

        • Auto Photo Mode
        • Extreme Durability
        • HD Video Quality
        • Mounting Options
        • Waterproof Depth

        Cons

        • Must Read Manual
        • No LCD Screen
        • Poor Image Stabilization

        Best Uses

        • Action Photography
        • Helmet Sports
        • Motor Sports
        • Outdoor Activities
        • Travel
        • Video Production
        • Water Sports

        Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

        As a photojournalist/videographer, I've used GoPro's since they first came out. The new "black" version has the best image quality yet, but the battery life suffers greatly from the increased resolution and WiFi connect. Turning WiFi off completely doubles battery life but defeats the use of start/stop on the remote or mobile device. Recommend that if for critical use, test in the desired mode settings before taking it out on a shoot to assure coverage of your event. Digging into the forums and fellow users tips will help get the best use out of this somewhat quirky camera.

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        5.0

        Hesitate no more!

        By With Camera will Travel

        from Redmond, WA

        About Me Photographer, Traveler, Travel With Family, Videographer

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        Pros

        • Can Be Place In Pocket
        • Extreme Durability
        • HD Video Quality
        • Lightweight
        • Mounting Options
        • Small
        • Versatile
        • Waterproof Depth

        Cons

        • Battery Is Too Weak

        Best Uses

        • Action Photography
        • Helmet Sports
        • Outdoor Activities
        • Skin Diving
        • Travel
        • Video Production

        Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

        If you are reading this and is deciding to get one prior to a vacation, I can tell you get one and update the software, there will be no regrets if you prepare correctly. Please read on.

        Ok just like you I was reading most of the reviews 3 or 4 months ago. I could not decide between Silver or Black, and have visited REI 2-3 times as I battle the $100 difference. THe slow motion of the Black is what got me attracted after reading more reviews. And the selling point should be that 120 fps at 720 instead of the 4K.

        I update the software "Manually" meaning I typed in the serial number as suggested in gopro website instead of using the Java to detect my GoPro. It takes less than 7 minutes and I think the unit should reset 5 times.

        I made a dumb move of formating the microSD card after the software update (I was just trying to delete the photos) so DO NOT FORMAT your SD card using the GoPro option as it will also erase the loaded software. I think GoPro should have this some sort of protection so that SW dont get accidentaly deleted. What if you are in island without PC and internet, GoPro will hang most of the time with the stock software.

        Anyway I just reload the SW and the GoPro have not crashed since then.

        I have used this for more than 2 months now and in my vacation, it was used everyday, underwater, snorkeling, also on my snowboarding, For timelapse and jumping off boats. It delivers very well!

        For Accessories:
        - microSD I got two 32gB Sandisk UHS-1 (aka Class10), but I only used 1 coz battery dies soone enough. I only recored 1440 resolution and not 4K.
        - The tripod attachment is a must!
        - Head strap for my kids when they are swimming
        - Also bought extra helmet connectors for my kids ski helmet.
        - Battery I have to highlight.

        I read about getting extra battery which was a smart suggestion and got the Wasabi set with 2 battery and wall plug charger

        I've compiled a video of my trip, all of them are from GoPro Hero3. If the link does not work search on youtube

        Philippine Treasures captured in Go Pro Hero 3 Black

        w w w. youtube.com/watch?v=Rrcqn7MZ4qw&feature=share&list=UUtvwlXH9RtgD7nB3ncrvemQ

        Hope this helps.

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        4.0

        Great for Scuba diving

        By Grip Master

        from Oahu, Hawaii

        About Me Athlete, Military, Outdoor Enthusiast, Student, Traveler, Videographer

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        Pros

        • Extreme Durability
        • HD Video Quality
        • Image Stability
        • Mounting Options
        • Waterproof Depth

        Cons

        • Must Read Manual
        • No LCD Screen
        • No Zoom

        Best Uses

        • Action Photography
        • Helmet Sports
        • Motor Sports
        • Outdoor Activities
        • Scuba Diving
        • Snorkeling
        • Water Sports

        Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

        Different from a normal camera, so don't get this if you are looking for just a camera. Video's will be choppy if you do not download the software from GoPro (there is a free edition). Does take a while to get use to, but once you learn how to use it, the pictures and video's are pretty good. You have to remember that this is a compact action camera, so it is not going to have the settings and ease of use like a normal camera.

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        5.0

        Big video in a small package

        By markus66

        from Longmont, CO

        About Me Outdoor Enthusiast, Traveler

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        Pros

        • Auto Photo Mode
        • Extreme Durability
        • HD Video Quality
        • Image Stability
        • Mounting Options
        • Recording Time
        • Waterproof Depth

        Cons

        • Battery Life

        Best Uses

        • Action Photography
        • Family
        • Helmet Sports
        • Motor Sports
        • Outdoor Activities
        • Travel
        • Video Production
        • Water Sports

        Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

        Amazing image quality, lots of recording options, incredible frame rates, very small, battery life is about 1-1 1/2 hours and could be longer, extra batteries are very small and affordable, and I always carry 2 fully loaded spares with me. The free, downloadable editing software is very easy to use.

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        5.0

        Great Product!

        By Kyle in Iowa

        from Cedar Falls, Iowa

        About Me Athlete, Filmmaker, Outdoor Enthusiast, Student, Videographer

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        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Auto Photo Mode
        • Extreme Durability
        • HD Video Quality
        • Image Stability
        • Mounting Options
        • View Angle
        • Waterproof Depth

        Cons

        • Battery Life

        Best Uses

        • Action Photography
        • Biking
        • Helmet Sports
        • Hiking
        • Motor Sports
        • Outdoor Activities
        • Skiing
        • Travel
        • Video Production
        • Water Sports

        Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

        Fantastic! Have always wanted a GoPro and finally got one. I use it all the time and everything about it is incredible. Video quality is amazing and the view angle on the ultrawide setting is incredible. Absolutely love this product!

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        4.0

        Nice Gift

        By IPP

        from Tri Valley, CA

        About Me Filmmaker, Outdoor Enthusiast, Technologist, Videographer

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        Site Member

        Pros

        • Extreme Durability
        • HD Video Quality
        • Image Stability
        • Mounting Options

        Cons

        • Must Read Manual
        • No Zoom
        • User Interface

        Best Uses

        • Action Photography
        • Helmet Sports
        • Outdoor Activities
        • Water Sports

        Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

        Excellent image quality. Many resolutions to choose from and only begun to unleash camera's potential. Once I figured out some of the functionality (RTFM - online), the fun factor went up quickly. It's Hi-Def point-&-shoot really. Received decent tech support from the manufacturer on mounting options and looking forward to taking on more adventures. If only there was a dog collar mount...

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        5.0

        Great pictures, easy to mount and use.

        By I-Love-Cyclocross

        from Richmond, IN

        About Me Athlete, Outdoor Enthusiast

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        Pros

        • HD Video Quality

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Dirt Bike Mountain Bike

          Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

          My first GoPro. It replaced a low end helmet cam I got a few years ago. Very easy to use and mount. Great video quality. Would like a little more battery life. I also have the remote, but don't use it. The GoPro app is great, but sometimes doesn't "find" the camera. Overall very pleased and happy I purchased the GoPro. I'm still working on a chin guard mount for my dirt bike helmet (that seems to be the angle I like best). Would also like try the chest strap for Mountain biking.

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          5.0

          Nothing but awesome!!!

          By Damian JP

          from Laguna Hills CA

          About Me Filmmaker, Outdoor Enthusiast, Traveler, Videographer

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          Pros

          • Extreme Durability
          • HD Video Quality
          • Mounting Options
          • Waterproof Depth

          Cons

          • Camera Doesn’t Float
          • Must Read Manual
          • Poor Image Stabilization

          Best Uses

          • Helmet Sports
          • Motor Sports
          • Outdoor Activities
          • Water Sports

          Comments about GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Wide-Angle Helmet Cam:

          Grate camera!!

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