How good is the Hero3?
The Hero3 is smaller, lighter, easier to use (well, the only exception is the new latch mechanism), and records excellent video. The still camera function is ok, but the built-in WiFi is the best feature – no add-on BacPac required, keeping the camera weight and bulk at a minimum.
How long does a Hero3 battery last?
The GoPro Hero 3+ lasted a full 2 hours and 14 minutes. After researching many accounts of battery life on the Hero 3, my understanding is that it usually croaks at around 1 hour 35 minutes, so the Hero 3+ is a bit of an improvement as far as battery life goes.
Does the Hero3 have stabilization?
Despite the lack of autofocus and image stabilization features on the GoPro HERO3, you may be surprised that it scores fairly well for these 2 video attributes.
Does GoPro Hero3 have WIFI?
The HERO3: Silver Edition features built-in Wi-Fi and is compatible with both the Wi-Fi Remote (optional accessory) and the GoPro App. The Wi-Fi Remote (not included) is a waterproof, wearable remote control that can control up to 50 Wi-Fi-enabled GoPros at a time from a range of 600′.
Is the GoPro Hero 3 waterproof?
HERO3 White’s rugged housing is waterproof to 197 feet (60 meters), and protects the camera in wet, dirty or sandy environments.
How old is Go Pro Hero 3?
Editors’ note: The GoPro Hero3 product line, released in 2012, was replaced by the GoPro Hero3+ line as of October 2013. See our reviews of the $399 Hero3+ Black Edition and the $299 Hero3+ Silver Edition.
Does the Hero 3 have a good LCD screen?
The Hero3 uses the same improved LCD of the Hero 2, with its monochromatic dot-matrix display. I found the screen to be easy enough to navigate using the GoPro’s combination mode/power button to change modes and the shutter release to make selections.
What is the difference between the Hero 2 and Hero 3?
The Hero3 Silver Edition uses essentially the same processor as the Hero 2’s, so it lacks the Protune mode and its 4K, 2.7K, and 1440p video resolutions. Additionally, its 1080p video caps at 30fps, 960p at 48fps, 720p at 60fps, and WVGA at 120fps.
Is the GoPro Hero 3 the best sports camera?
The GoPro Hero3 Silver and White editions are strong contenders in the sports camera market, but the faster, more powerful Black Edition is head and shoulders the best sports camera on the market today. The GoPro Hero3 is 25 percent lighter than the previous-generation Hero 2’s camera. It’s also 30 percent smaller.