The perfect entry-level GoPro.
HERO makes it easy to capture and share your world. Featuring high-quality 1080p30 and 720p60 video, HERO captures the same immersive footage that’s made GoPro one of the best-selling cameras in the world. User-friendly modes include QuikCapture, which lets you power on the camera and start recording with the press of a single button, and Burst Photo, which captures fast-action sequences at up to 5 frames per second. Wearable, gear-mountable and integrated into a rugged housing1 that’s waterproof to 131’ (40m), HERO helps you capture photos and videos that make you look like just that: a HERO.

GoPro video quality.
HERO captures the same immersive footage that’s made GoPro one of the best-selling cameras in the world. With gorgeous 1080p30 and 720p60 video, and user-friendly modes like QuikCapture, SuperView and Auto Low Light, it’s easier than ever to get the shot and achieve professional-quality results every time.

Diverse photo capture.
A variety of photo capture options gives you the power to document your passions any way you want. Shoot 5MP still photos to share with friends on Facebook, Instagram and more. Time Lapse mode automatically captures a photo every half-second. It’s great for gear-mounted shots when the shutter button is out of reach, or capturing a series of photos so you can pick the best ones. Burst mode shoots up to 5 photos in one second—perfect for fast-action sequences.

Rugged, waterproof, all-in-one design.
The HERO camera is built directly into a rugged housing1 that’s waterproof to 131’ (40m). It’s designed to withstand dirt, sand, water and nearly anything else you can throw at it. So whether you’re getting after surf, snow or singletrack—or just splashing in the pool with your friends—you can take it with you without a worry.

Small + lightweight.
Weighing just 3.9 ounces, HERO is super small, ultra portable and perfect for low-profile mounting. Its compact design means you can comfortably wear it or mount it to your gear as you capture your favorite activities, or slip it in your pocket or bag to take anywhere.

QuikCapture convenience.
Be ready to capture the moment at a moment’s notice with new QuikCapture mode. It turns your GoPro into a one-button camera, allowing you to power on and start recording automatically with the press of a single button. Press once to record video, press and hold for two seconds to capture Time Lapse photos. Never worry again about missing an epic shot.

World’s most immersive video.
HERO features SuperView™, a GoPro-exclusive video mode that captures the world’s most immersive wide-angle perspective. It allows you to capture more of yourself and your surroundings in the shot—resulting in captivating, ultra engaging footage of every adventure.

Auto Low Light mode.
Let the camera do the thinking for you. Auto Low Light mode intelligently changes frame rates based on lighting conditions for optimal low-light performance, enabling you to move between bright and dark environments without having to adjust your camera settings.

Ultra wide-angle glass lens.
HERO’s ultra wide-angle glass lens enables the extra immersive perspective GoPro is famous for. It’s great close-range selfies and gear-mounted shots—delivering a unique perspective and engaging footage of you and your world.

Built-in microphone.
Capture audio of all your adventures—from hoots and hi5s to roaring crowds and crashing waves. The included Skeleton Backdoor enables enhanced audio during low-speed activities in dry, dirt-free environments.

GoPro Studio software.
Download free GoPro Studio software, and do more with your GoPro footage than ever before. Easily import your content, and create engaging GoPro-style videos to share with the world.

Weight

Camera with integrated housing: 111g (3.9oz)

Video Mode

Video Format

H.264 codec, .mp4 file

Advanced Video Capture Settings

Spot Meter

Spot Meter is ideal for filming within a dark space with the camera pointed towards a brighter setting (such as filming the outdoors from within a car).

SuperView™

SuperView video mode captures the world's most immersive wide-angle perspective. It allows you to capture more of yourself and your surroundings in the shot, and it provides full widescreen playback.

QuikCapture

With the press of a button, the camera automatically turns on and begins recording video or capturing Time Lapse photos.

Photo Mode

Photo Resolution

5MP, Wide FOV, 2592 x 1944 screen resolution

Burst Photo

Capture 10 photos in 2 seconds (5 fps).
10 photos/2 seconds (5 fps)

Time Lapse

Automatically capture a series of photos at 0.5-second intervals.

Advanced Photo Capture Settings

Spot Meter

Spot Meter is ideal for filming within a dark space with the camera pointed towards a brighter setting (such as filming the outdoors from within a car).

QuikCapture

With the press of a button, the camera automatically turns on and begins recording video or capturing Time Lapse photos.

Image Quality + Optics

• Ultra sharp image quality with glass lens
• Fixed f/2.8 aperture
• Ultra wide-angle field of view

Battery + Charging

• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• Rated at 1180mAH, 3.8V, 4484mWh
• Integrated with camera

Battery Life

The chart below indicates the approximate continuous recording time (hr:min) you can expect when shooting in various video modes using a fully charged battery.¹

¹ Based on GoPro engineering testing. Actual performance may vary based on settings, environmental conditions and other factors. Maximum battery capacity will normally decrease with time and use.

Audio

• Format: 48kHz sampling rate, AAC compression
• AGC (automatic gain control)
• Internal mic: Mono
• External mic: Not supported

Ports

Mini USB

• Charging
• Connecting to a computer for playback/file transfer/charging

microSD

• Memory card

Storage

• microSD memory card with a Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required.
• Up to 32GB capacity supported
• Record times vary with resolutions and frame rates

Photo + Video Playback

TV

If the TV supports USB playback, insert the SD card into a card reader and connect the reader to the TV using a USB adapter (sold separately).

Note:

Some TVs do not support the USB playback option for all files.

Computer

Connect via mini USB to USB cable (included), or copy files from the microSD card to your computer.

Minimum system requirements for best playback on Mac^® and Windows^® computers

• Mac OS^® X 10.8 and later / Microsoft Windows 7, 8.x
• Intel^® Core 2 Duo™ or Intel^® Dual Core™
• Mac: 2GB RAM (4GB recommended) / Windows: 4GB
• Mac: Graphics card included with Intel^® Dual Core Macs or better / Windows^®: Graphics card that supports OpenGL1.2 or later
• 5400 RPM internal hard drive (7200 RPM drive or SSD recommended)

• Integrated Camera + Housing
• Built-In Battery
• Skeleton Backdoor
• Curved Adhesive Mount
• Flat Adhesive Mount
• Quick Release Buckle
• USB Cable