GoPro

HERO12 Black

Name: GoPro HERO12 Black
Brand: GoPro

GoPro HERO12 Black (2023) Action camera specs, 1/1.9-inch sensor, $399.99 launch price. Video, stabilization, battery and more.

Action · Announced 2023-09-06

Launch price $399.99

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1/1.9-inch sensor
Electronic stabilization
360° horizon leveling
Waterproof to 10 m
70 min rated runtime
154 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
Resolution	24 fps	25 fps	30 fps	50 fps	60 fps	100 fps	120 fps	200 fps	240 fps
5.3K 16:9	5.3K 16:9 · 24 fps Bit depth 10-bit Log Not stated HDR GoPro HDR Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off; HyperView available Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 10-bit list from GoPro's HERO12/11 10-bit article: '5.3K/60/30/24fps' (PAL values not listed). GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	5.3K 16:9 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off; HyperView available Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 10-bit list from GoPro's HERO12/11 10-bit article: '5.3K/60/30/24fps' (PAL values not listed). GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	5.3K 16:9 · 30 fps Bit depth 10-bit Log Not stated HDR GoPro HDR Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off; HyperView available Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 10-bit list from GoPro's HERO12/11 10-bit article: '5.3K/60/30/24fps' (PAL values not listed). GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	5.3K 16:9 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Horizon Leveling only (no 360° Horizon Lock); no HyperView Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 10-bit list from GoPro's HERO12/11 10-bit article: '5.3K/60/30/24fps' (PAL values not listed). GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	5.3K 16:9 · 60 fps Bit depth 10-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Horizon Leveling only (no 360° Horizon Lock); no HyperView Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 10-bit list from GoPro's HERO12/11 10-bit article: '5.3K/60/30/24fps' (PAL values not listed). GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions
4K 16:9	4K 16:9 · 24 fps Bit depth 10-bit Log Not stated HDR GoPro HDR Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 4K120/100 is 8-bit only ('4K/60/30/24fps' 10-bit list). HDR 4K60: Wide/Linear only. GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 4K120/100 is 8-bit only ('4K/60/30/24fps' 10-bit list). HDR 4K60: Wide/Linear only. GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 30 fps Bit depth 10-bit Log Not stated HDR GoPro HDR Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 4K120/100 is 8-bit only ('4K/60/30/24fps' 10-bit list). HDR 4K60: Wide/Linear only. GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off Stabilization: HyperView only at 4K60/50 Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 4K120/100 is 8-bit only ('4K/60/30/24fps' 10-bit list). HDR 4K60: Wide/Linear only. GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 60 fps Bit depth 10-bit Log Not stated HDR GoPro HDR Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off Stabilization: HyperView only at 4K60/50 Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 4K120/100 is 8-bit only ('4K/60/30/24fps' 10-bit list). HDR 4K60: Wide/Linear only. GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 100 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Horizon Leveling only (no 360° Horizon Lock); no HyperView Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 4K120/100 is 8-bit only ('4K/60/30/24fps' 10-bit list). HDR 4K60: Wide/Linear only. GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 120 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Horizon Leveling only (no 360° Horizon Lock); no HyperView Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) 4K120/100 is 8-bit only ('4K/60/30/24fps' 10-bit list). HDR 4K60: Wide/Linear only. GP-Log needs 10-bit + High bitrate; GoPro does not publish a per-fps Log list for HERO12 (Log fps left null). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions
2.7K 16:9								2.7K 16:9 · 200 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide/Linear/Linear+Horizon Leveling 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	2.7K 16:9 · 240 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide/Linear/Linear+Horizon Leveling 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions
1080p 16:9	1080p 16:9 · 24 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 16:9 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 16:9 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 16:9 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 16:9 · 60 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 16:9 · 100 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 16:9 · 120 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Linear + Horizon Lock (360°) available; HyperSmooth AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 16:9 · 200 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Horizon Leveling only 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 16:9 · 240 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Horizon Leveling only 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions
2.7K 4:3				2.7K 4:3 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide, Linear, Linear+Horizon Lock; AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	2.7K 4:3 · 60 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide, Linear, Linear+Horizon Lock; AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	2.7K 4:3 · 100 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide, Linear, Linear+Horizon Lock; AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	2.7K 4:3 · 120 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide, Linear, Linear+Horizon Lock; AutoBoost/On/Off 8-bit. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions
5.3K 8:7	5.3K 8:7 · 24 fps Bit depth 10-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide only; HyperSmooth On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	5.3K 8:7 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide only; HyperSmooth On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	5.3K 8:7 · 30 fps Bit depth 10-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide only; HyperSmooth On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions
4K 8:7	4K 8:7 · 24 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR GoPro HDR Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide only; HyperSmooth On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) GoPro's 10-bit article lists only 8:7 4K/60 as 10-bit (article shared with HERO11); 4K30/24 8:7 10-bit status unconfirmed. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 8:7 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide only; HyperSmooth On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) GoPro's 10-bit article lists only 8:7 4K/60 as 10-bit (article shared with HERO11); 4K30/24 8:7 10-bit status unconfirmed. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 8:7 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR GoPro HDR Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide only; HyperSmooth On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) GoPro's 10-bit article lists only 8:7 4K/60 as 10-bit (article shared with HERO11); 4K30/24 8:7 10-bit status unconfirmed. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 8:7 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide only; HyperSmooth On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) GoPro's 10-bit article lists only 8:7 4K/60 as 10-bit (article shared with HERO11); 4K30/24 8:7 10-bit status unconfirmed. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 8:7 · 60 fps Bit depth 10-bit Log Not stated HDR None Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock None Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Wide only; HyperSmooth On/Off Log: GP-Log (frame rates not stated) GoPro's 10-bit article lists only 8:7 4K/60 as 10-bit (article shared with HERO11); 4K30/24 8:7 10-bit status unconfirmed. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions
4K 9:16	4K 9:16 · 24 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: HyperSmooth On/Off Vertical Capture mode (camera horizontal). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 9:16 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: HyperSmooth On/Off Vertical Capture mode (camera horizontal). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 9:16 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: HyperSmooth On/Off Vertical Capture mode (camera horizontal). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 9:16 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: HyperSmooth On/Off Vertical Capture mode (camera horizontal). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 9:16 · 60 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: HyperSmooth On/Off Vertical Capture mode (camera horizontal). Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions
1080p 9:16		1080p 9:16 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: HyperSmooth On/Off Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 9:16 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: HyperSmooth On/Off Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 9:16 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: HyperSmooth On/Off Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	1080p 9:16 · 60 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Not stated Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: HyperSmooth On/Off Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions
4K 16:9	4K 16:9 · 24 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Max Lens Mod 2.0: Max HyperSmooth + Horizon Lock; Max HyperView 177° ONLY with Max Lens Mod 2.0 (Max HyperView/Max SuperView/Wide; Linear + AutoBoost added fw v2.00). Also 1080p up to 120, 4K 4:3 up to 60, 9:16 4K60/1080p120. Bit depth per mode not published. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 25 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Max Lens Mod 2.0: Max HyperSmooth + Horizon Lock; Max HyperView 177° ONLY with Max Lens Mod 2.0 (Max HyperView/Max SuperView/Wide; Linear + AutoBoost added fw v2.00). Also 1080p up to 120, 4K 4:3 up to 60, 9:16 4K60/1080p120. Bit depth per mode not published. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 30 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Max Lens Mod 2.0: Max HyperSmooth + Horizon Lock; Max HyperView 177° ONLY with Max Lens Mod 2.0 (Max HyperView/Max SuperView/Wide; Linear + AutoBoost added fw v2.00). Also 1080p up to 120, 4K 4:3 up to 60, 9:16 4K60/1080p120. Bit depth per mode not published. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 50 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Max Lens Mod 2.0: Max HyperSmooth + Horizon Lock; Max HyperView 177° ONLY with Max Lens Mod 2.0 (Max HyperView/Max SuperView/Wide; Linear + AutoBoost added fw v2.00). Also 1080p up to 120, 4K 4:3 up to 60, 9:16 4K60/1080p120. Bit depth per mode not published. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions	4K 16:9 · 60 fps Bit depth 8-bit Log Not stated HDR Not stated Stabilization Yes 360° horizon lock Yes Crop Not stated Recording limit Not stated Stabilization: Max Lens Mod 2.0: Max HyperSmooth + Horizon Lock; Max HyperView 177° ONLY with Max Lens Mod 2.0 (Max HyperView/Max SuperView/Wide; Linear + AutoBoost added fw v2.00). Also 1080p up to 120, 4K 4:3 up to 60, 9:16 4K60/1080p120. Bit depth per mode not published. Source: community.gopro.com/s/article/HERO12-Black-Video-Settings-And-Resolutions

Caveats

No GPS (removed vs HERO11).Source
10-bit only at 5.3K/4K up to 60fps; 4K120 and 2.7K/1080p modes are 8-bit.Source
HDR video only 5.3K30/24, 4K60/30/24 (16:9), 4K30/24 (8:7); HDR here is GoPro HDR, HLG HDR is listed for HERO13 not HERO12.Source
GP-Log ISO limited to 400.Source

Thermals

fw v2.30 'optimizes performance for longer runtimes when shooting in hot conditions'Source

Firmware notes

2023-12-14: v2.00: Max Lens Mod 2.0 gets AutoBoost + Linear lens + HyperView TimeWarp; GP-Log retuned with wide-gamut color space (new LUTs)Source
2024-11-06: v2.30: longer runtimes in heat; Protune adjustable during live streamingSource
2024-12-11: v2.32 bug fixes; later v2.40 security updateSource

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Announced	2023-09-06	2022-09-14	2024-09-04
Sensor size	1/1.9-inch	1/1.9-inch	1/1.9-inch
Stabilization	Electronic	Electronic	Electronic
Horizon leveling	360°	360°	360°
Waterproof	10 m	10 m	10 m
Weight	154 g	133 g	159 g
Battery runtime	70 min	Not stated	90 min

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Specifications

Overview

Category: Action
Announced: 2023-09-06
Released: 2023-09-13
Status: current
US availability: Not stated
Features: HyperSmooth 6.0 AutoBoost
360° Horizon Lock
GP-Log + LUTs
HDR video
Timecode sync
Bluetooth audio
1/4-20 thread
Max Lens Mod 2.0

Sensor & lens

Sensor size: 1/1.9-inch
Sensor resolution: 27.6 MP
Lens (equiv.): 12-39
Aperture: f/2.5
Field of view: Not stated
Built-in ND: No

Video & photo

Video modes: 5.3K
4K
2.7K
1080p
Max resolution: 5K605312×2988
10-bit Log up to: Not stated
Uncropped 4K: Not stated
Codecs: H.265
4:2:2 chroma: No
Max bitrate: 120 Mbps
Photo resolution: 27.13 MP
RAW photos: GPR

Stabilization

Stabilization: Electronic
Horizon lock: 4K60
Horizon leveling: 360°

Audio

Microphones: 3
Mic input: 3.5 mm
Direct wireless
Mic input details: 3.5mm via Media Mod (accessory)
Direct wireless mic: Bluetooth audio devices incl. AirPods (launch PR)
32-bit float audio: No

Build & battery

Waterproof: 10 m
Water and dust rating: Not stated
Drop-proof: Not stated
Weight: 154 g
Dimensions: 71.8x50.8x33.6
Mount: Folding fingers + 1/4-20 thread
Battery runtime: 70 min
Battery capacity: 1720 mAh
Removable battery: Yes
Charging power: 15 W

Screens & storage

Rear screen: 2.27-inch touch LCD
Front screen: 1.4-inch color LCD
Touchscreen: Yes
Memory card: microSD
Internal storage: Not stated

Connectivity

Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 5 (2.4/5GHz, 802.11ac)
Bluetooth: BLE 4.2 (per GoPro compare page)
USB: USB-C
GPS: none (no GPS)
Webcam: Not stated
Livestream: yes (Protune adjustable while streaming since fw v2.30)
HDMI out: No
Timecode: Yes

Sources

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