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FOV Options Available on the GoPro HERO6 Black

Here's a rundown of the field of view options available in the GoPro HERO6 Black. Some FOV settings have been removed and replaced by the new zoom. Others are only available in some shooting modes.

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By David Coleman | @havecamerawilltraveldc
Last updated about 1 month ago // Categories: Photos, Timelapse, Video
Tags: GoPro HERO6 Black

Deal: GoPro HERO9 Black Bundle

GoPro is running a deal on the new HERO9 Black, their newest and best camera. It's a bundle that includes the HERO9 Black, a 1-year subscription to GoPro, a Magnetic Swivel Clip, a spare battery, a Floating Hand Grip, and a 32GB SD card. It's all for $399.98.

In general, the fields of view available in the GoPro HERO6 Black overlap a lot with those in the HERO5 Black. They both share the standard ultra-wide-angle fisheye perspective as the default and have SuperView and Linear FOV available in some modes.

But there are also differences. When shooting video, the Narrow and Medium FOVs are gone, essentially replaced but the new digital zoom feature. And not all the FOVs are available in the same shooting modes.

When shooting photos, in JPG mode you can shoot with Wide or Linear FOV. You also have the option of using the new digital zoom. In RAW mode, you only the option of Wide.

Video FOV Options

There are three different fields of view (FOV) in use in the video mode of the HERO6 Black.

The default Wide perspective is the one we’re all used to. It’s that distinctive GoPro look. It’s available in all of the video modes.

GoPro HERO6 Black Video FOV Wide 678x381 - FOV Options Available on the GoPro HERO6 Black

GoPro HERO6 Black Video FOV: Wide

The SuperView is an even wider and more distorted perspective. The most obvious change is that it milks just a little more from each side. To include that extra information, it squashed the rest of the frame a bit more. It’s only available in some shooting modes.

GoPro HERO6 Black Video FOV Superwide 678x381 - FOV Options Available on the GoPro HERO6 Black

GoPro HERO6 Black Video FOV: Superview

The Linear FOV was first introduced with the HERO5 models. It’s not something that done a change in the optics–the lens is fixed. Instead, it uses software algorithms to try to correct the fisheye distortion that results in bent horizons and lines that should be straight and that bulging look. Linear FOV is especially useful when filming from drones, but it can also be useful if you’re looking for a more normal, less-distorted perspective. It’s only available in some video modes.

GoPro HERO6 Black Video FOV Linear 678x381 - FOV Options Available on the GoPro HERO6 Black

GoPro HERO6 Black Video FOV: Linear

ModeFPSAspect RatioFOV WideFOV SuperViewFOV Linear
4K6016:9✓
5016:9✓
3016:9✓✓
2516:9✓✓
2416:9✓✓
4K 4:3304:3✓
254:3✓
244:3✓
2.7K12016:9✓
10016:9✓
6016:9✓✓✓
5016:9✓✓✓
3016:9✓✓✓
2516:9✓✓✓
2416:9✓✓✓
2.7K 4:3604:3✓
504:3✓✓
304:3✓✓
254:3✓✓
244:3✓✓
1440604:3✓✓
504:3✓✓
304:3✓✓
254:3✓✓
244:3✓✓
108024016:9✓
20016:9✓
12016:9✓✓✓
10016:9✓✓✓
6016:9✓✓✓
5016:9✓✓✓
3016:9✓✓✓
2516:9✓✓✓
2416:9✓✓✓
7206016:9✓✓
5016:9✓✓

Photo FOV Modes

When shooting in the various photo modes, including timelapse photos, nightlapse, and burst modes, you have fewer options.

The Wide FOV is available in all modes. The Linear FOV is available in some photo mode/setting combinations. And there’s no SuperView FOV available.

Linear FOV in Photo Modes. The distinction for when Linear FOV is an option mostly comes down to what file format you’re shooting. That is, if you’re shooting in the RAW format (with GoPro’s .gpr file extension), you only have the option for Wide FOV. There are options for emulating the Linear FOV in post-processing, but it’s not something that can be done in-camera with the RAW photo files.

The Linear FOV becomes available if you’re shooting JPGs. The digital zoom, which is also related to field of view, is also available only when shooting JPGs.

Here are some examples:


GoPro HERO6 Black - GoPro HERO6 Black Photo FOV - Wide

GoPro HERO6 Black - GoPro HERO6 Black Photo FOV - Linear


GoPro HERO6 Black Photo FOV Wide

GoPro HERO6 Black Photo FOV Linear

Timelapse Video

In the Timelapse Video mode, the only FOV available is Wide.

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By David Coleman
Instagram: @havecamerawilltraveldc

Last updated on January 17, 2021

Categories: Photos, Timelapse, Video
Tags: GoPro HERO6 Black

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GoPro News & Deals

New Smart Remote GoPro will be announcing the new Smart Remote for the HERO9 Black on December 17, 2020. The HERO9 Black isn’t compatible with the previous version of the Smart Remote.

HERO8 Black firmware v2.0 now available. Enables webcam mode; enables Display Mod compatibility; expands HyperSmooth 2.0 High and Boost availability to more video settings; general bug fixes. Update through the mobile app or manually.

GoPro Launches New Live Streaming Service for GoPro PLUS. GoPro has launched their own live-streaming platform for PLUS subscribers. It’s a pretty bare-bones offering for now, with livestreams shared with a dedicated URL. This is alongside their efforts to make the HERO8 Black useful as a webcam when connected to a computer (via USB plug-in-play, not requiring the Media Mod accessory with HDMI out). New firmware adds that functionality for Mac users, and the Windows version is in Beta.

New GoPro Zeus Mini Video Light. GoPro has released released a new video LED light designed to complement their GoPro cameras. It’s tiny, waterproof, and has a built-in magnetic swiveling clip. It’s waterproof down to 33 feet (10 meters), has four levels of brightness, and includes a diffuser to cool the color temperature to 5000K. GoPro claims that the built-in battery lasts up to 6 hours (presumably at the lowest brightness setting, although they don’t specify). It’s available now and priced at $69.99.

DJI Osmo Action firmware update adds live streaming. DJI has released a firmware update for the Osmo Action (v. 01.08.00.10) that adds live streaming support, so you can upload directly to platforms like Facebook and YouTube (it goes through the DJI Mimo mobile app). They’ve also improved the in-camera video stabilization. You can find the new firmware here.

New Underwater Housing for GoPro HERO8 Black from Isotta. Isotta, an Italian brand specializing in underwater housings, has announced a new high-quality underwater housing for the HERO8 Black. It’s an aluminum housing depth-rated to 650 feet (200 meters), has a one-handed open/close switch, double o-rings, and can be used with filters. There’s also a dual-handled tray to go along with it. And like all their housings, it’s in their distinctive red. Priced at $450, it’s only for those who need a highly specialized piece of underwater kit. It’s available for preorder from underwater specialists Backscatter.

Light Mod Now Shipping The Light Mod, one of the three new GoPro accessories, is now shipping. It’s a standalone light that is waterproof, rechargeable and compatible with all GoPro mounts. It was originally announced along with the HERO8 Black, but it hasn’t been available until now. It’s priced at $49.99, and you can find them at GoPro.com.

GoPro MAX Now Shipping. The new 360° camera, the MAX, is now shipping.

GoPro HERO8 Black and Max Unveiled. The new GoPro cameras and accessories have been unveiled. I have a rundown of the highlights of the HERO8 Black here.

DJI Osmo Action vs GoPro HERO7 Black. I’ve posted my detailed hands-on comparison of the Osmo Action and the HERO7 Black. There’s a lot similar between the models, but once you start digging down into the details there are differences that can help in choosing between them. And each has strengths the other doesn’t have. You can find my review here.

GoPro HyperSmooth vs DJI RockSteady. The new DJI Osmo Action also has built-in electronic stabilization to smooth out video. They’re calling it RockSteady (GoPro has HyperSmooth). I’ve been out testing them side-by-side. You can see the results here.

GoPro Deals page. I’ve put together a dedicated page on GoPro deals. So if you’re looking for cheap GoPro deals, check it out.

DJI Osmo action 4K Camera. Best known for their camera drones, DJI has released a new 4K action cam that’s taking direct aim at the GoPro HERO7 Black. It shoots up to 4K60 video and 12MP stills, includes electronic stabilization, has high-dynamic range video at 4K30, voice commands, a touchscreen on the back and another smaller live view screen on the front, and is waterproof down to 36 feet (11 meters). It’s priced at $349, and they’re now available at B&H Photo.

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