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HERO (2024)

GoPro HERO (2024) (2024) Action camera specs, 1/2.8-inch sensor, $199.99 launch price. Video, stabilization, battery and more.

Action · Announced 2024-09-04

Launch price $199.99

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  • 1/2.8-inch sensor
  • Waterproof to 5 m
  • 100 min rated runtime
  • 86 g

Video modes

  • 1010-bit (no badge: 8-bit; unstated bit depth counts as 8-bit)
  • LLog
  • HDRHDR
  • SStabilized
  • HL360° horizon lock
  • cropCropped
  • Recording limit (minutes)
  • fwAdded by a firmware update
  • ?Not stated, e.g. S? (stabilization not stated)
Flat video
Resolution25 fps30 fps50 fps60 fps
4K 16:9

4K 16:9 · 25 fps

Bit depth
8-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
Not stated
Stabilization
None
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
Not stated
  • Stabilization: No in-camera stabilization; HyperSmooth applied in Quik app
  • 8-bit, 50Mbps, fixed Protune (auto shutter, ISO 100-1600, auto WB). 165° FOV.

Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO-2024-Capture-Modes

4K 16:9 · 30 fps

Bit depth
8-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
Not stated
Stabilization
None
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
Not stated
  • Stabilization: No in-camera stabilization; HyperSmooth applied in Quik app
  • 8-bit, 50Mbps, fixed Protune (auto shutter, ISO 100-1600, auto WB). 165° FOV.

Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO-2024-Capture-Modes

2.7K 16:9

2.7K 16:9 · 50 fps

Bit depth
8-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
Not stated
Stabilization
None
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
Not stated
  • Stabilization: No in-camera stabilization; HyperSmooth applied in Quik app
  • Slo-Mo mode (2x playback in Quik). GoPro lists 4.11MP frame grabs from 2.7K 16:9; exact pixel dimensions not published.

Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO-2024-Capture-Modes

2.7K 16:9 · 60 fps

Bit depth
8-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
Not stated
Stabilization
None
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
Not stated
  • Stabilization: No in-camera stabilization; HyperSmooth applied in Quik app
  • Slo-Mo mode (2x playback in Quik). GoPro lists 4.11MP frame grabs from 2.7K 16:9; exact pixel dimensions not published.

Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO-2024-Capture-Modes

1080p 16:9

1080p 16:9 · 25 fps

Bit depth
8-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
Not stated
Stabilization
None
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
Not stated
  • Stabilization: No in-camera stabilization; HyperSmooth applied in Quik app
  • Battery Saver mode uses 1080p30 (1080p60 for Slo-Mo).

Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO-2024-Capture-Modes

1080p 16:9 · 30 fps

Bit depth
8-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
Not stated
Stabilization
None
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
Not stated
  • Stabilization: No in-camera stabilization; HyperSmooth applied in Quik app
  • Battery Saver mode uses 1080p30 (1080p60 for Slo-Mo).

Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO-2024-Capture-Modes

4K 4:3

4K 4:3 · 30 fps

Bit depth
8-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
Not stated
Stabilization
None
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
Not stated
  • Stabilization: No in-camera stabilization; HyperSmooth applied in Quik app
  • Added by firmware 2025-01-30; full sensor height; 60Mbps; SuperView applied in Quik app.

Source: investor.gopro.com/press-releases/press-release-details/2025/GoPros-Tiny-179-4K-HERO-Camera-Now-Captures-Ultra-Wide-Immersive-Video-with-New-43-Video-Setting-and-SuperView-Digital-Lens-Settings/default.aspx

Caveats

  • No in-camera stabilization: HyperSmooth is applied in the Quik app only.Source
  • All modes 8-bit; Protune fixed (no manual shutter/ISO/WB).Source

Firmware notes

  • 2025-01-30: Adds 4K 4:3 video and in-app SuperView digital lensSource

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Sensor size1/2.8-inch1/2.8-inch1/2.8-inch
StabilizationNoneElectronicNone
Horizon levelingNot stated45°Not stated
Waterproof5 mNot stated5 m
Weight86 g189 g93 g
Battery runtime100 min437 minNot stated
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Specifications

Overview

Category
Action
Announced
2024-09-04
Released
2024-09-22
Status
current
US availability
Not stated
Features
  • 86g
  • Touch screen
  • Voice control (8 commands)
  • In-app HyperSmooth + SuperView

Sensor & lens

Sensor size
1/2.8-inch
Sensor resolution
12 MP
Lens (equiv.)
15
Aperture
f/2.3
Field of view
165°
Built-in ND
No

Video & photo

Video modes
  • 4K
  • 2.7K
  • 1080p
Max resolution
4K303840×2160
10-bit Log up to
None
Uncropped 4K
Not stated
Codecs
  • H.265
4:2:2 chroma
No
Max bitrate
60 Mbps
Photo resolution
12 MP
RAW photos
Not stated

Stabilization

Stabilization
None
Horizon lock
Not stated
Horizon leveling
Not stated

Audio

Microphones
2
Mic input
Not stated
Mic input details
Not stated
Direct wireless mic
Not stated
32-bit float audio
No

Build & battery

Waterproof
5 m
Water and dust rating
Not stated
Drop-proof
Not stated
Weight
86 g
Dimensions
56.6x47.7x29.4
Mount
Folding fingers (no 1/4-20, no magnetic latch)
Battery runtime
100 min
Battery capacity
1255 mAh
Removable battery
No
Charging power
Not stated

Screens & storage

Rear screen
1.76-inch touch LCD
Front screen
Not stated
Touchscreen
Yes
Memory card
microSD
Internal storage
Not stated

Connectivity

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5 (2.4/5GHz)
Bluetooth
BLE 5.2
USB
USB-C
GPS
none
Webcam
Not stated
Livestream
Not stated
HDMI out
No
Timecode
No

Sources

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