GoPro Protune Settings Explained
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.
Time Lapse with GoPros
Tips and tricks related to shooting and working with time lapse photos and videos on GoPro cameras.
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.
GoPro Timelapse Video: Crashing Through the Arctic Sea Ice
A timelapse video clip I shot recently in the Arctic with a GoPro HERO5 Black while our ship was crunching through the Arctic sea ice north of Svalbard.
What the GoPro Spot Meter Does
Wondering what the GoPro spot meter does? Here's an explanation.
GoPro Stealth Modes
If you'd prefer your GoPro not to draw attention to itself while filming, there are several options for making it more discreet.
GoPro HERO6 and HERO5 Built-In Fisheye Distortion Correction: Linear FOV
The newer GoPros have a new in-camera feature for something you could only do in post-production before: correcting fisheye in photos and videos.
GoPro Protune Photo Color: GoPro Color vs Flat
Some GoPros, like the HERO5 Black, offer a choice between two color modes in the photo mode: GoPro and Flat. Here are some examples and when they're best used.
GoPro Protune Photo Sharpening: High vs Medium vs Low
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.
Pros and Cons of Using a GoPro as an Everyday or Travel Camera
Can you use a GoPro as a travel camera? Absolutely. But before you rely exclusively on your GoPro for that once-in-a-lifetime trip, here’s a rundown of what I see as the main pros and cons.
How to Shoot a Long Timelapse with a GoPro HERO4 Silver or Black
There are multiple options for doing long-term timelapse with a GoPro HERO4 Silver or Black. Here's a rundown of the options--each has its own pros and cons.
How to Add Panning and Rotation to GoPro Time Lapse Captures
Motion can make time lapse more compelling. Here's a roundup of some of the better options for adding panning and rotation to your time lapse captures taken with GoPro cameras.
