GoPro has launched a bunch of early updates this yr, forward of NAB (they aren’t exhibiting this yr) so I’m sharing with you all of the cool new stuff that I’ve lately obtained my arms on to check this month!
They’ve lastly launched the brand new Anamorphic Lens Mod that was launched on the launch of the HERO13 Black final Fall.
They’ve additionally launched updates for the GoPro MAX 360 digicam and the GoPro Quick app has been up to date with new modifying and digicam management options.
And I’ve had an opportunity to get my arms on the brand new HERO – a 4K 4:3 video dynamo in a micro dimension!
New HERO 4K 4:3 replace and “paws-on” testing
GoPro’s light-weight HERO motion digicam, weighing simply 86 grams, has lately obtained a big improve that permits for a lot wider and extra immersive video seize. This enhancement features a new 4K 4:3 side ratio video setting and an in-app SuperView Digital Lens possibility. Current HERO customers can obtain the replace at no cost right now via the GoPro app.
The new 4:3 side ratio successfully makes use of the complete peak and width of the sensor whereas filming, making it excellent for:
- Ultra-immersive first-person views that transport you and your viewers into the motion
- More participating selfies that simply embody you, your family members, and your environment in a single body
- Taller movies which might be optimized for sharing instantly on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook
You also can crop your 4:3 movies to 16:9 side ratio for a extra conventional widescreen look.
For dimension reference, see how the brand new HERO 4K compares side-by-side with the HERO13 Black:
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There’s additionally a brand new SuperView Digital Lens possibility out there within the GoPro Quik App, which helps you to convert your massively vast angle 4:3 video right into a 16:9 video with a “that’s so insanely wide” impact. SuperView makes all the pieces you seize look quicker, extra immersive and extra thrilling. Previously solely out there in costlier GoPro cameras, the SuperView Digital Lens setting is now out there at no cost as an in-app possibility for the tiny $179* HERO digicam.
“Paws-on” Testing…
Since my critiques all the time appear to solicit objects that may transfer a lot quicker than I can, I solicited my buddy’s Cavalier King Charles to demo the brand new smaller HERO 4K as he’s a “Mighty Dog” and fairly a rambunctious little critter hunter!
I secured the HERO 4K to one in all his harnesses and let him go nuts. It’s actually superb how regular the outcomes had been from the footage! Being so light-weight and small type issue, the digicam by no means shook or broke free from shifting mass, because the HERO13 has carried out with different checks beforehand.
I used the GoPro Quik app on my iPhone 16 Pro to do all of the modifying on this quick video instance, which included all of the themed textual content, movement and music from the GoPro licensed library.
*The $199 MSRP 4K HERO digicam is presently out there for $179 for a restricted time. Check GoPro.com or your native GoPro retailer for the perfect deal on a HERO digicam.
Anamorphic Lens Mod launched
The premium HB-Series Anamorphic Lens Mod provides a simple answer for filmmakers and creators at any degree to attain cinematic, extremely wide-angle photographs with minimized distortion. With the digicam and lens dealing with all of the technical particulars, you’ll obtain the specified anamorphic impact with no need experience in post-production. This lens permits anybody to relate their tales within the 21:9 side ratio generally utilized in function movies, whereas cinematic lens flares improve the skilled high quality of your footage. Just connect the lens, and your digicam will mechanically modify its settings. Durable and scratch-resistant, the lens can also be waterproof when mounted.
Anamorphic Lens Mod is able to a 21:9 widescreen side ratio, excellent for beautiful landscapes and dramatic storytelling. This is the usual for skilled movie content material.
- Includes Anamorphic Lens Mod, entrance and rear protecting caps and microfiber lens material
- Captures cinematic footage in an extremely wide-angle 21:9 side ratio—very best for static photographs and stabilized gimbal footage of low impression/vibration activities²
- Horizontal lens flares add the skilled contact of function movies to your footage
- In-camera “de-squeezing” streamlines modifying by eliminating the necessity to de-squeeze footage in post-production
- HERO13 Black mechanically acknowledges the lens when connected and switches into anamorphic mode; when eliminated, the digicam returns to its normal settings
- Scratch-resistant and waterproof¹ when mounted on the digicam; additionally has a hydrophobic lens coating that repels water
- Supported by HyperSmooth video stabilization; use with a gimbal for even smoother, extra cinematic outcomes
- Easy to connect, with no instruments wanted
- Part of the high-performance HB-Series Lens assortment—completely for HERO13 Black
- Includes GoPro’s Limited Lifetime Warranty
Here are a pair stills from some check video I shot with the Anamorphic Lens:
Really good promo from GoPro:
Learn extra concerning the new HB Series Anamorphic Lens Mod on the GoPro website. I can be performing some extra testing this Summer as soon as I recuperate from knee substitute surgical procedure this month.
360 MAX Updated w/ Invisible Pole
GoPro has launched a variety of latest GoPro 360 merchandise, starting with the return of the upgraded MAX 360 digicam. This 5.6K spherical digicam now consists of the MAX Enduro Battery and a revamped mounting system, making certain compatibility with all normal ¼-20 tripod mounts—all for simply $349.99 MSRP.
Additionally, they’re launching a very revamped 360 cellular modifying expertise throughout the Quik App, that includes a bunch of user-friendly instruments that make modifying footage from the MAX 360 digicam easier than ever.
- AI-Powered Object Tracking: Pick a topic and Quik makes use of the facility of AI to maintain that object in view and in focus, mechanically, for the whole lot of the clip.
- Keyframing: Set your view exactly the place you need it. And modify the Digital Lens setting to dial in your excellent edit.
- CameraFx: Add dynamic, cinematic digicam actions like backflips, barrel rolls and extra with only a faucet.
- Automatic Transitions: Add and mix limitless ReFrame Modes all through an edit, and Quik will create clean transitions between the clips.
- Single Clip Edits: Add filters, change quantity or make shade changes to single clips from 360 pictures and movies.
- A New Frame Grab Tool: For simpler creation of pictures from video stills.
“MAX never misses—and that’s why it’s the go-to 360 camera for the world’s most creative athletes, adventurers and content creators. Getting ‘the shot’ has never been this easy,” says GoPro Founder and CEO, Nicholas Woodman. “And with the Quik App’s new 360 editing experience, featuring AI-powered Object Tracking and simplified but powerful editing tools, it’s never been this easy or fun to edit your 360 content into amazing sharable moments.”
“And this is just the beginning,” Woodman provides. “We’re excited to launch powerful new app features on an ongoing basis to keep taking the GoPro 360 experience further and further this year.”
With 6 mics constructed into MAX, you seize the world in 360 spatial discipline with enhanced noise discount and audio leveling. Just the few checks I’ve tried with it to this point, I used to be stunned how a lot of an enchancment it’s over the sooner variations.
Premium “invisible” extension pole for 360 + conventional video
Stretching to 48in (122cm) and collapsing to 10in (25cm), this extension pole is nice for capturing selfie footage, rising above the motion or getting nearer to it. When used with 360 cameras, it fully vanishes out of the shot, letting you create unimaginable self-capture photographs that look as in the event you’re being recorded by one other particular person.
Capture the motion and never the pole. The GoPro Quik software program can take away the extension pole and mount in your footage to present a clear “drone-like” end in your video.
I can be doing a full function evaluate later this Summer simply on the Quik app and all of the digicam management and modifying options, so keep tuned…
All-New 360 Editing Experience + AI-Powered Object Tracking within the Quik App and Adobe Plugins
GoPro has made modifying the 360 footage proper in your iPhone for numerous output choices. One of the perfect updates is to their selectable AI-powered Object Tracking. You merely find the item in your 360 FOV footage and drag out a range on the display screen and it begins monitoring mechanically.
Here’s a fast edit proper out of the iPhone app of the canine working round with automated Object Tracking:
Learn extra concerning the MAX 360 cam and up to date capabilities on the GoPro website.
New Limited Edition Polar White HERO13 Black
White is the brand new Black?
For a restricted time, you will get the HERO13 Black in Polar White (MSRP $400)
It’s the identical GoPro HERO 13 Black beneath the pores and skin, however the trendy White shade could also be enticing sufficient to spend an additional $50 for it.
Learn extra concerning the Limited Edition HERO13 Black in Polar White on the GoPro website.
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