Everyone wants a GoPro. Some people might simply be highly interested in the new action camera sold for 430 euros. Indeed, with the launch of the GoPro HERO4 Session, competition had better watch out. In fact, if you ever wanted to buy a GoPro camera but you always put off by the advanced features embedded in the GoPro HERO4 Black, you're in luck with this device much more user friendly than ever.
And, to get their hands on it, he'll have to pay slightly less than the popular upscale Action camera on the market, such as HERO4 Black, sold 530 euros. In fact, it is sold at the same price as the Silver HERO4. But it is also 50% smaller, 40% lighter than Black Edition, and is now waterproof to 10 m without the need to accommodate the camera in a waterproof housing.
In short, GoPro has taken the best features of its rivals, such as Garmin, Panasonic, TomTom or Polaroid, and the company has used to build a camera that action will be very desirable.
Use HERO4 Session is easier than ever, with a single button used to perform the majority of its features. A short press of the shutter button to activate the camera and automatically start recording video. Then, a long press on the camera power toggles latter Expedited (timelapse) or burst mode. And you only need to press once again the button to save your recording or capture a photo, or turn it off. GoPro has designed this unique button to simplify the use and gain time to not miss any highlight.
As with previous models, you can narrow your controls and settings using the GoPro App or the remote control.
GoPro or go home
As mentioned earlier, the Session HERO4 is smaller than previous games. Its size and low weight mean that the new action camera can be placed in areas that were previously impossible, as on the end of a skateboard.
It is also waterproof, without the need for additional accessories, although he will not make the diving with it. The HERO4 Session is also compatible with all existing GoPro supports and accessories. Moreover, to make the GoPro cameras more versatile than ever, the company also unveiled new mounting brackets and accessories.
Among these, the loop with ball joint, supplied with each HERO4 session has a rotating shaft that allows to change direction and angle of view in a flash without changing the mounting bracket. The Floaty is a floatation accessory that wraps around the HERO4 Session to keep the surface of the water, on the principle of a buoy. It was thought to protect the aquatic environment in the shooting while leaving free access to the shutter button.
True mastery for recording
The HERO4 Session keeps the recording capabilities of GoPro, with 1080p video recording at 60fps, 720p at 100fps and 1440p at 30fps and capture a photo to 8 megapixels - taking simple view, burst mode or Time Lapse (accelerated).
The battery life will be a maximum of two hours, which is to be expected given the Wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity available in the camera.
The HERO4 Session will be available through certified resellers worldwide GoPro and GoPro.com from July 12, 2015 at 430 euros.
And, to get their hands on it, he'll have to pay slightly less than the popular upscale Action camera on the market, such as HERO4 Black, sold 530 euros. In fact, it is sold at the same price as the Silver HERO4. But it is also 50% smaller, 40% lighter than Black Edition, and is now waterproof to 10 m without the need to accommodate the camera in a waterproof housing.
In short, GoPro has taken the best features of its rivals, such as Garmin, Panasonic, TomTom or Polaroid, and the company has used to build a camera that action will be very desirable.
GoPro or go home
As mentioned earlier, the Session HERO4 is smaller than previous games. Its size and low weight mean that the new action camera can be placed in areas that were previously impossible, as on the end of a skateboard.
Among these, the loop with ball joint, supplied with each HERO4 session has a rotating shaft that allows to change direction and angle of view in a flash without changing the mounting bracket. The Floaty is a floatation accessory that wraps around the HERO4 Session to keep the surface of the water, on the principle of a buoy. It was thought to protect the aquatic environment in the shooting while leaving free access to the shutter button.
True mastery for recording
The HERO4 Session keeps the recording capabilities of GoPro, with 1080p video recording at 60fps, 720p at 100fps and 1440p at 30fps and capture a photo to 8 megapixels - taking simple view, burst mode or Time Lapse (accelerated).
The battery life will be a maximum of two hours, which is to be expected given the Wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity available in the camera.
The HERO4 Session will be available through certified resellers worldwide GoPro and GoPro.com from July 12, 2015 at 430 euros.
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