How to Format an SD Card in GoPro HERO12
Formatting an SD card in the camera frees up space on the card and prepares it for receiving data. Here’s how to do it on the GoPro HERO12 Black.
Tips and tricks related to using GoPro cameras for shooting video, photos, and timelapse.
Formatting an SD card in the camera frees up space on the card and prepares it for receiving data. Here’s how to do it on the GoPro HERO12 Black.
The GoPro HERO12 Black’s Protune options give you more control and flexibility when shooting video, time lapse, or photos. Here’s a rundown of the Protune options available.
There are good reasons to have the right NTSC or PAL setting before you shoot. It’s much easier than trying to fix it in post, and changes the framerates that are available to shoot with.
The GoPro HERO12 Black is waterproof out of the box without a separate waterproof housing or case. But there are still limits to how waterproof it is, and there are also ways to make it even more waterproof.
From time to time, you might need to find the serial number of your GoPro HERO12 Black. Here are three methods for finding it.
Here’s how to check and update the firmware of the HERO12 Black to a new stable version or a beta firmware version.
The GoPro HERO11 Black’s Protune options give you more control and flexibility when shooting video, time lapse, or photos. Here’s a rundown of the Protune options available.
The GoPro HERO11 Black Mini is waterproof out of the box without a separate waterproof housing or case. But there are still limits to how waterproof it is.
Here are video bitrate charts for the GoPro HERO11 Black Mini.
Here’s how to check and update the firmware of the HERO11 Black to a new stable version or a beta firmware version.
From time to time, you might need to find the serial number of your GoPro HERO11 Black. Here’s a guide to four methods for finding it.
If you need to switch between NTSC and PAL video shooting modes on the HERO11 Black, it’s not quite as obvious how to do that as it could be. Here’s how to do it.
The GoPro HERO11 Black is waterproof out of the box without a separate waterproof housing or case. But there are still limits to how waterproof it is, and there are also ways to make it even more waterproof.
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.
By default, the GoPro HERO11 Black will automatically adjust the orientation when you rotate the camera. But you can lock and fine-tune that behavior. Here’s how it works.
LiveBurst is one of the newer features on recent GoPro cameras designed to capture fast action. Here’s how it works and when to use it (and when not to).
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.
By default, the GoPro HERO10 will automatically adjust the orientation when you rotate the camera. But you can lock and fine-tune that behavior. Here’s how it works.
Wondering what the GoPro Subscription is and what you get for it? Here’s a detailed rundown of features, benefits, and fine print to be aware of.
GoPros don’t have built-in exposure bracketing. But this third-party app adds the feature, which is useful for HDR blending or exposure hedging or more sophisticated creative methods.
If you need to switch between NTSC and PAL video shooting modes on the HERO10 Black, it’s not quite as obvious how to do that as it could be. Here’s how to do it.
Not all video modes on the HERO9 Black use the maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps. Here’s what bitrate is used with which settings.
Here’s how to turn the beeps on or off on the GoPro HERO10 Black, as well as how to adjust their volume.
The GoPro HERO10 Black is waterproof without needing an extra housing or case. However, there are limits to its waterproof capabilities. You can take steps to enhance its waterproofness.
From time to time, you might need to find the serial number of your GoPro HERO10 Black. Here’s a guide to four methods for finding it.
The GoPro HERO9 Black is waterproof without the need for a separate housing. But you can add even more waterproof protection with a protective housing.
GoPro cameras save their video footage in smaller chunks in a process call chaptering. Here’s a guide on how to use VideoProc Converter to join GoPro video chapter segments into a single video file.
Here’s how to check and update the firmware of the HERO10 Black to a new stable version or a beta firmware version.
For in-the-action shots of fun at the beach, a GoPro is hard to beat. Here are some tips for using your GoPro at your next family beach vacation.
The GoPro HERO10 Black now has a new Extended Battery mode as part of the Video Performance Mode update. Here’s what it does and when to use it.
Here’s a master list of the bitrates used for the various video modes of the GoPro HERO10 Black. Updated for the new Video Performance Modes.
The GoPro HERO10 Black now has a Tripod/Stationary Video mode as part of the new Video Performance Modes. Here’s what it does and when to use it.
Formatting an SD card is an essential step for freeing up space and preparing the SD card for use. Here’s how to do it on the GoPro HERO9 Black.
Formatting an SD card in the camera frees up space on the card and prepares it for receiving data. Here’s how to do it on the GoPro HERO10 Black.
There are several ways to charge the battery of your GoPro HERO8 Black. Here’s a rundown of the options, and which is best to use, when.
Here’s how to check and update the firmware of the HERO7 Black, Silver, and White.
All three cameras in the GoPro HERO7 (Black, Silver & White) are waterproof without the need for a separate housing. But you can add even more waterproof protection with a protective housing.
Newer GoPro cameras use both Bluetooth and WiFi wireless connections. But they use each for different things.
Some GoPro models have an HDMI port to output video. Here’s a rundown of which HDMI cable you need for which GoPro models.
Running the latest firmware on your GoPro HERO6 is important for compatibility, stability, and performance. Here’s how to check and update the firmware of the HERO6 Black.
I’ve seen reports of GoPro HERO10 Black cameras overheating after just 20 minutes of recording. So I decided to try for myself.
The GoPro HERO10 Black has a few different types of reset. There’s a factory reset that wipes everything, but there are also some other more selective reset options that might be useful for solving specific problems.
Here are master lists of the Protune options available on the GoPro HERO10 Black when shooting video footage and still photos.
Newer models of GoPro’s flagship Black edition cameras can record video in HEVC or H.264. Here’s an explanation of what those are and when to use them.
The GoPro HERO10 Black has two options for saving its video files: HEVC or H.264 + HEVC. Here’s how the option works and in which video modes you can limit it to the more widely compatible H.264 only.
If you’re having trouble with HEVC video compatibility with footage shot on the HERO7 Black, here’s a list of which video modes can record with the more compatible H.264 codec.
Wondering whether GoPro cameras have screens? Early models didn’t, but newer models do. These are the GoPro models that do have built-in screens.
The GoPro HERO8 Black is waterproof without the need for a separate housing. But you can add even more waterproof protection with a protective housing.
The GoPro HERO8 Black has two video codecs available for recording video: HEVC and H.264. If you’re running into compatibility issues with HEVC, here are the modes you can use H.264.
If your computer isn’t compatible with HEVC video files from the HERO9 Black, here’s a list of video modes you can use to record in H.264.
The GoPro HERO9 Black has a few different types of reset. There’s a factory reset that wipes everything, but there are also some other more selective reset options that might be useful for solving specific problems.
From time to time, you might need to find the serial number of your GoPro HERO9. Here’s a guide to four methods for finding it.
GoPros save their video files in 4GB segments. Here’s how to join them back together using Wondershare UniConverter. Includes 4K HEVC video files.
From time to time, you might need to find the serial number of your GoPro HERO8. Here’s a guide to four methods for finding it.
If you need to switch between NTSC and PAL video shooting modes on the HERO9 Black, it’s not quite as obvious how to do that as it could be. Here’s how to do it.
The GoPro HERO9 Black has two video codecs available for recording video. Both of these produce files with an .mp4 extension. The difference is in how the video is compressed and encoded.
Here are master lists of the Protune options available when shooting video and photos with the HERO9 Black.
GoPro has released their latest and greatest flagship action cam, the HERO9 Black. Here’s a rundown of the features and modes available when shooting video with it.
There are a few different types of reset on the HERO4 Black. Here’s what they are and how to access them.