Protune Options of the GoPro HERO8 Black
Here are master lists of the Protune options available when shooting video and photos with the HERO8 Black.
GoPro Tips for Shooting Video
Tips and tricks related to shooting and working with video on GoPro cameras.
Can You Zoom In On a GoPro?
Do GoPros have zoom? Yes, some of the newer models do, but there are some limitations that are worth knowing. Here are some examples.
DJI Osmo Action RockSteady vs GoPro HERO7 Black HyperSmooth
Both the DJI Osmo Action and GoPro HERO7 Black have in-camera video stabilization to create smoother video footage out of the camera. GoPro has HyperSmooth. DJI has RockSteady. Here’s how they compare side-by-side.
Video Modes of the DJI Osmo Action
Now that I’ve been out shooting with the new DJI Osmo Action, here’s a detailed rundown of its features and capabilities for shooting video.
What is GoPro SuperView?
SuperView is GoPro’s widest field of vision available when shooting standard video. Here’s what it looks like.
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.
Video Modes of the GoPro HERO7 Black
Here’s a rundown of the various video modes and options available on the GoPro HERO7 Black, including resolutions, framerates, resolutions, and special shooting options like Protune.
GoPro HERO7 Black HyperSmooth vs HERO6 Black In-Camera Stabilization | Side-by-Side Comparisons
GoPro claims that the new HyperSmooth in-camera electronic stabilization of the HERO7 Black is much improved over the previous generation in the HERO6 Black. So I’ve been putting it to the test. Here are some side-by-side examples.
Shooting Video with the GoPro HERO7 Silver: Resolutions, Framerates, and Features
The GoPro HERO7 Silver is the middle model in the three cameras in the new HERO7 range. Here’s a detailed rundown of its video features and options.
Shooting Video with the GoPro HERO7 White: Video Modes, Resolutions, Framerates, and Features
Here’s a rundown of the various features and options available when shooting video with the GoPro HERO7 White.
GoPro HERO4 Silver Video Resolutions, Framerates, & Shooting Modes
Here’s a rundown of the video resolutions, framerates, fields of view, and Protune options available when shooting video on the GoPro HERO4 Silver.
Video Resolutions, Framerates, and Modes on the HERO (2018)
Here’s a rundown of the video resolutions, framerates, fields of view, and modes that are available on the GoPro HERO (2018).
How to Convert HEVC Files from a GoPro HERO7 or HERO6 Black
If you’re getting an error message on your computer when you try to open a video shot on the GoPro HERO7 or HERO6 Black, it might be because it isn’t compatible with the HEVC (H.265) codec used in some of those cameras’ video modes. Here are some workarounds.
Video Modes of the GoPro HERO Session
A rundown of the various video modes and options available on the GoPro HERO Session.
Why Is the Video Being Cropped When Using GoPro’s Video Stabilization?
If you’re wondering why your image is suddenly cropped when you turn on the stabilization feature, here’s why it happens.
How Well Does the GoPro HERO6 Black’s Stabilization Work?
One of the headline features of the GoPro HERO6 Black is better in-camera video stabilization to smooth out shaky footage. Here are some side-by-side examples to illustrate its effectiveness.
GoPro HERO6 Black vs HERO5 Black Stabilization Compared
The GoPro HERO6 Black promises better results from its in-camera stabilization. So I’ve been putting it to the test side-by-side with the HERO5 Black.
GoPro HERO6 Black Stabilization vs Final Cut Pro X vs Premiere Pro CC Warp Stabilizer
The GoPro HERO6 Black has built-in video stabilization. Here are some side-by-side examples of how it compares with the stabilization in Final Cut Pro X and Adobe Premiere Pro CC’s War Stabilizer.
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 HERO6 Black Video Modes
The GoPro HERO6 Black has new headline features of 4K60 and 1080p240 video modes. While there’s a lot of overlap with the HERO5 Black, there are also some new options and some that have gone away.
What the GoPro Spot Meter Does
Wondering what the GoPro spot meter does? Here’s an explanation.
What are GoPro LRV and THM Files For? GoPro’s Video File Formats Explained
Wondering what the LRV and THM files are that appear when you shoot GoPro videos? Here’s what they do.
How to Quickly Join GoPro Video Files That Have Been Split into Chapters
GoPros split up large video files into chapters. Here’s a quick method for joining them back together.
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.
Video Modes Available on the GoPro HERO5 Session
Here’s a rundown of the various video modes available on the GoPro HERO5 Session action camera.
Practical Examples of the GoPro HERO5’s In-Camera Stabilization
A headline feature of the new GoPro HERO5 Black and HERO5 Session is the addition of built-in video stabilization. So I’ve put it to the test. Here are the results.
GoPro HERO5 Black Video Sizes, Framerates, Modes, and Options
A rundown of the various video modes, resolutions, framerates, fields of view, formats, bitrates, and stabilization options available on the GoPro HERO5 Black.
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 HERO7 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.
GoPro Stabilizer Review: GVB 3-Axis Action Gimbal
The GVB 3-Axis Action Gimbal smoothes out the jerkiness that comes naturally with handheld video footage shot with GoPro cameras.
How to Remove the Fisheye Effect from GoPro Videos
That distinctive fisheye look isn’t always what you want. Here’s how to remove it from GoPro videos with the free GoPro Studio app.
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 Play GoPro CineForm MOV Video Files
If you’re exporting GoPro Cineform MOV files from GoPro Studio, you might have trouble playing them on other systems. Here’s how to fix it.
Filtering, Sorting, and Selecting GoPro Photos and Video Footage with Fileloupe
It’s easy to generate a lot of photos and video clips with GoPros. But sorting through it all to find the keepers can be tedious. Fileloupe aims to speed things up.
Why Do GoPros Split Videos into Segments?
If you’re wondering why your GoPro is breaking your videos up into smaller segments, it’s not an error and you’re not doing anything wrong. It’s normal–here’s why.
GoPro HERO 4 Black Video & Photo Specs: Resolutions, Framerates, & Shooting Modes
Here’s a detailed overview of the video and photo specs of the GoPro HERO 4 Black Edition.
