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Nov 20, 2024 2:18 AM

GoPro HERO 4K Compact Action Camera - Amazon or B&H Photo $179.99 + FS

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GoPro's new basic action camera (released earlier this year) is on sale for 10% off.
I myself have been waiting for this to go on sale and ordered one.


Same price at B&H Photo: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/pr..._hero.html

https://www.amazon.com/GoPro-Hero...0DCLRRHSP/
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GoPro's new basic action camera (released earlier this year) is on sale for 10% off.
I myself have been waiting for this to go on sale and ordered one.


Same price at B&H Photo: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/pr..._hero.html

https://www.amazon.com/GoPro-Hero...0DCLRRHSP/

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Nov 20, 2024 2:53 AM
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tabosco23Nov 20, 2024 2:53 AM
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Appreciate the post. Christmas present for my teenage son who doesn't need the more expensive version.
Nov 20, 2024 2:29 PM
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GrotGNov 20, 2024 2:29 PM
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Is this a good camera to mount on bike helmet for recording any trail incidents? I want to be able to record in case I get into an accident with other bikers or bit by a dog or assaulted by people who don't want to make way. Thank you!
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Nov 20, 2024 3:01 PM
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TravisO2Nov 20, 2024 3:01 PM
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The footage from this looks horrible, it's like blotchy 480p quality, just check examples on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sKAftJeCvs
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Nov 20, 2024 5:15 PM
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mcmeyerNov 20, 2024 5:15 PM
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Quote from GrotG View quoted comment :
Is this a good camera to mount on bike helmet for recording any trail incidents? I want to be able to record in case I get into an accident with other bikers or bit by a dog or assaulted by people who don't want to make way. Thank you!
Bicyclists should have front and rear-facing cameras. You can find cheap 50 accessory GoPro kits on Amazon. Look for a kit that has a handlebar, helmet, seat post, chest, and backpack mounts. Order the largest storage and fastest available microSD memory card that is compatible with the camera. Turn on the voice commands to start video recording. You should also get microphone anti wind shield for clear audio from altercations.
Nov 20, 2024 6:27 PM
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geek37Nov 20, 2024 6:27 PM
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does it have a hdmi out? so i can use it for webcam purposes or for livestreaming?
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Nov 20, 2024 7:38 PM
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noobie107
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Nov 20, 2024 7:38 PM
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Quote from GrotG View quoted comment :
Is this a good camera to mount on bike helmet for recording any trail incidents? I want to be able to record in case I get into an accident with other bikers or bit by a dog or assaulted by people who don't want to make way. Thank you!
it's perfect for your usage scenario because it's lightweight, small, and simple to use
Nov 20, 2024 7:59 PM
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sunshine3Nov 20, 2024 7:59 PM
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If you can swing the extra $20, I would get the dji action 4 camera kit from costco for $200. It's a better camera overall.
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Nov 20, 2024 9:22 PM
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phreshjiveNov 20, 2024 9:22 PM
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No GoPro frame for it or 3D files that I could find. Would be a nice upgrade for my backgammon club from our Hero 3 Silver.

Edit: found one here: https://www.aerial-pixel.com/dron...y=59608367
Last edited by phreshjive November 20, 2024 at 01:26 PM.
Nov 20, 2024 9:48 PM
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FabulousNose4606Nov 20, 2024 9:48 PM
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Does not come with built-in stabilization. Software has to do it afterwards with the Quik App or your encoder of choice.
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Nov 21, 2024 9:27 AM
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techpigNov 21, 2024 9:27 AM
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Quote from mcmeyer View quoted comment :
Bicyclists should have front and rear-facing cameras. You can find cheap 50 accessory GoPro kits on Amazon. Look for a kit that has a handlebar, helmet, seat post, chest, and backpack mounts. Order the largest storage and fastest available microSD memory card that is compatible with the camera. Turn on the voice commands to start video recording. You should also get microphone anti wind shield for clear audio from altercations.
Sounds like you just want a 360 camera at that point tbh
Nov 21, 2024 5:58 PM
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evildoesitNov 21, 2024 5:58 PM
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Quote from GrotG View quoted comment :
Is this a good camera to mount on bike helmet for recording any trail incidents? I want to be able to record in case I get into an accident with other bikers or bit by a dog or assaulted by people who don't want to make way. Thank you!
Something to consider - helmet mounts will concentrate impact force of the camera into one spot rather than spread throughout the helmet
Nov 21, 2024 8:48 PM
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mcmeyerNov 21, 2024 8:48 PM
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Quote from techpig View quoted comment :
Sounds like you just want a 360 camera at that point tbh
You should also get several batteries or consistent battery supply. 360 degree camera might be outside the bicycle riders price range.
Nov 23, 2024 12:56 AM
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billironman1Nov 23, 2024 12:56 AM
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Quote from mcmeyer View quoted comment :
You should also get several batteries or consistent battery supply. 360 degree camera might be outside the bicycle riders price range.
What's a good 360 camera?
Nov 23, 2024 10:18 AM
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TarkovNov 23, 2024 10:18 AM
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Quote from geek37 View quoted comment :
does it have a hdmi out? so i can use it for webcam purposes or for livestreaming?
No. If you want HDMI out from any GoPro newer than the 7, you need a model specific "Media Mod" and they don't make one for the Hero4k or 11mini

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Nov 24, 2024 7:26 PM
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TalentedScene5322Nov 24, 2024 7:26 PM
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Quote from tabosco23 View quoted comment :
Appreciate the post. Christmas present for my teenage son who doesn't need the more expensive version.
I hate to tell you but you can do a lot better for 180. The footage from this one looks terrible, and I own three GoPros. I suggest a GoPro Hero 8 over this. You can probably find one for cheaper than that, but you could even go used for MUCH cheaper

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