Tips and tricks related to shooting and editing still photos on GoPro cameras.
GoPro RAW (.GPR) files explained: which models and photo modes can shoot RAW, why SuperPhoto and HDR can't, the always-saved JPG, and what opens the files.
Beyond the spec sheet: here's a full gallery of 50MP RAW sample photos from the Insta360 Ace Pro 2, shot in the field and processed in Lightroom Classic, so you can judge the real image quality yourself.
The GoPro HERO12 Black isn't going to replace your interchangeable lens camera anytime soon. But it just might surprise you with what it can do.
Burst mode on the GoPro HERO11 Black takes a rapid sequence of photos, which is especially useful for getting the shot you want when capturing fast action. Here's how it works.
GoPros from the HERO7 on rotate footage automatically when you turn the camera. Here's how to lock the orientation on each model, from the HERO13 Black back to the HERO7.
LiveBurst is one of the newer features on recent GoPro cameras. It's designed to capture fast action, but it works a little differently to the regular Burst Mode. Here's how it works and when to use it. And when not to use it.
Burst mode on the GoPro HERO10 Black takes a rapid sequence of photos, which is especially useful for getting the shot you want when capturing fast action. Here's how it works and its capabilities.
The GoPro HERO7 Black can be a fun camera to shoot photos with. Here's a collection of photos I've taken with the GoPro HERO7 to give a sense of what it's like for everyday shooting.
Yes, most GoPro Black models since the HERO6 can zoom, but it's a digital crop, not a true optical zoom. Here's which models have it, how it actually works, and real side-by-side examples of the results.
Here's a detailed rundown of the DJI Osmo Action's features and capabilities for shooting photos.
Here's a rundown of the various features and capabilities of the HERO7 Silver and White when shooting photos.
The Burst Mode and Continuous Photo functions on GoPros are useful ways to capture fast-moving action. Here's a rundown of how they work, how they're different, and what options are available.
SuperPhoto is one of the photo options on recent GoPro Black edition cameras. Here’s a rundown of what it does and how to use it.
Here's a rundown of the photo features and options available on the GoPro HERO7 Black, the flagship of GoPro's HERO7 lineup.
Here are straightforward explanations of what each setting does and when to use it, as well as showing what Protune settings are available on which GoPros.
How to convert GoPro RAW (.GPR) files to standard DNG for free — Adobe DNG Converter step by step, plus GoPro's gpr_tools for batch conversion — so any image app can open them.
Here's a rundown of the relevant modes and settings of the photo mode on the GoPro HERO (2018), including file types, fields of view, and enhanced dynamic range.
Newer GoPro cameras give you a choice of JPG or RAW when shooting photos. So which is better, and when should you use it? Here's a quick explainer of what the difference is and when to use which format.
The HERO6 has a new processor and promises improved image quality over its predecessor, the HERO5 Black. Here are some side-by-side comparisons.
Among the Burst Mode options on newer GoPros is an Auto setting. It prioritizes better exposure over forcing the number of shots. Here's how it works.
A rundown of the photo modes available on the HERO6 Black.
The GoPro spot meter exposes for a small area instead of the whole frame — handy for backlit windows or faces in shadow, but not something to leave on by default. Here's how it works, how it became Exposure Control on newer GoPros, and which models skip it entirely.
34 real-world photos taken with a GoPro HERO4 Silver, with the settings for each one. What its 12MP JPGs look like in good light, and where the small sensor shows.
Whether you are filming a quiet stage performance or skittish wildlife, a beeping, flashing camera is a disaster. Here is how to silence your GoPro and turn off the lights for true discreet recording.
Some newer GoPros have a new in-camera feature for something you could only do in post-production before: correcting fisheye in photos and videos. It's called Linear FOV.
Some GoPros, like the HERO9 Black, offer a choice between two color modes in the photo mode: GoPro and Flat. Here are some examples I've put together along with some suggestions on when I think they're best used.
Some GoPro models give you the option to choose between high, medium, and low levels of sharpening. Here are some examples to help demystify what these different settings do.
Photos taken with GoPro cameras have that distinctive fisheye look. But that might not be what you want all the time. Here's an effective and quick way to remove the fisheye look using Lightroom.
Yes, a GoPro can take good travel photos — I've been shooting them for years. Here's an honest, hands-on look at where GoPros excel, where they fall short, and how to work around the quirks.
Practical action cam help, tips, and troubleshooting.
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