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[HardRacing.]

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Ok, so as most of you probably already know, there is a ALL NEW GoPro HERO 3 coming out soon.
Faster, Smaller, Lighter, Better Quality, Built In Wi-Fi..etc..etc.

This Post is a General Discussion on what your opinion on the Two Models coming out of HERO 3.

They have the SILVER SERIES, which is is basically an updated HD Hero 2 camera with WiFi built in, the thinner size and and improved housing.
1080p/30fps, 960p/48fps, 720p/60fps
11MP photos
Up to 10 shots per second in photo burst mode


And then for $100 MORE.. They have a BLACK SERIES, Which includes the WiFi Remote ($80 value) and a better Camera
4K/15, 2.7K/30, 1440p/48fps, 1080p/60fps, 960p/100fps, 720p/120fps
12MP photos
New photo burst modes with up to 30 shots per second


There are hundreds of way to use and mount a GoPro. But, the most common, is Mount on your Bike, or Mount on your Helmet.

In these situations, it's a TOTAL PITA to have to (POWER ON, Make sure it's on, START. Recording, STOP Recording, POWER OFF, Switch to Camera Mode, Take some Rapid Shots, Switch Back to Video, Change Video Settings...etc..etc..)

That's where the WiFi Remote comes in. You strap it to your wrist like a Watch, and it has a MATCHING LDD Screen to exactly what your Camera is doing. Plus, a Big ON / OFF and Record Button.

So what's your opinion on what GoPro is doing.

Is it worth spending $100 MORE for the Better Camera and the WiFi Remote ?

or would you just using your iPhone, or Droid device as a remote instead . and save the $100.?

Once again, just a General Discussion on these models. This isn't to debate GoPro vs. something else, or what they sell for.... etc. JUST Discussion on GoPro's Decision to have these two models.





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[volcom440]

i'll probably splurge and get the black edition. With all the extra stuff you get and better video/picture quality and settings its worth the extra $100.

[HardRacing.]

Originally Posted by volcom440

i'll probably splurge and get the black edition. With all the extra stuff you get and better video/picture quality and settings its worth the extra $100.

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Actually the Camera's are the Exact SAME.

ONLY difference between SILVER and BLACK Edition is the Extra Mounts, and the WiFi Remote.

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[raemhild]

Don't they also have a white series that is like $199?

[HardRacing.]

Originally Posted by raemhild

Don't they also have a white series that is like $199?

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Yea, but that's a complete base model , and the Tech specs are on Par with a Base Hero 2 as far as image quality, and rapid fire..not much of a Mount kit either. NO Suction cup, or Kit... .etc..

So we are figuring there won't be much demand for those.

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[ctekguy]

FINALLY they get with the program and offer a wifi remote!

This is why I favored Drift Innovations Drift HD line more than GoPro. The GoPro is still large and feels like you have a sail on your helmet, though it's a compromise between image quality vs usability.

[sumone]

Originally Posted by HardRacing.

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Actually the Camera's are the Exact SAME.

ONLY difference between SILVER and BLACK Edition is the Extra Mounts, and the WiFi Remote.

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That is not true. As far as I can tell both the black and the silver come with the exact same mounts however the cameras are different

GoPro HD Hero 3 White Edition
The White Edition looks to be an upgraded HD Hero 1 Camera that includes WiFi, a new flat underwater dive lens and the new, thinner profile. Available 10/21/12.
$199 MSRP
1080p/30fps, 960p/30fps, 720p/60fps
5MP photos
Up to 3 shots per second in photo burst mode
WiFi built in
Improved Housing (Locking Latch / Dive Lens)
GoPro HD Hero 3 Silver Edition


The Silver Edition is basically an updated HD Hero 2 camera with WiFi built in, the thinner size and and improved housing. Available 10/21/12.
$299 MSRP
1080p/30fps, 960p/48fps, 720p/60fps
11MP photos
Up to 10 shots per second in photo burst mode
WiFi built in
Protune and White Balance
Improved Housing (Locking Latch / Dive Lens)


GoPro HD Hero 3 Black Edition
This is where things get really interesting. The Black Edition uses brand new technology and boasts some incredible settings, including 60 frames per second at 1080p and 120fps at 720p. Available mid to late November.
$399 MSRP
4K/15, 2.7K/30, 1440p/48fps, 1080p/60fps, 960p/100fps, 720p/120fps
12MP photos
New photo burst modes with up to 30 shots per second
WiFi built in
Remote Control Included ($79.95 otherwise)
Protune, White Balance, Continuous Photo, and Picture in Video capabilities
Improved Housing (Locking Latch / Dive Lens)

you can even compare the specs on gopros site:

http://gopro.com/hd-hero3-cameras

[boostedlt1]

yeah the black has 1440p! game changer!! lol

[HardRacing.]

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Uggg. :-(


Guess that's the last time, we trust our Damn GoPro Rep.

[sumone]

Originally Posted by boostedlt1

yeah the black has 1440p! game changer!! lol

I'm actually likeing the 1080 at 60fps and the 720 at 120!!! you can do supper supper slow motion and still get very good quality with no play back skipping!....

[obnoxious2]

I would probably get the silver version. No real reason to need the black version unless you need super super slow motion which you don't for motorcycling. And plus, if I'm going to need that high quality then might as well get a Canon 5d or 7d.

[ctekguy]

Originally Posted by obnoxious2

I would probably get the silver version. No real reason to need the black version unless you need super super slow motion which you don't for motorcycling. And plus, if I'm going to need that high quality then might as well get a Canon 5d or 7d.

Crashing with a GoPro vs Canon 5d/7d..?

I will take the GoPro everytime..lol Besides, it may just need a new case vs replacement.

[volcom440]

Originally Posted by sumone

That is not true. As far as I can tell both the black and the silver come with the exact same mounts however the cameras are different



you can even compare the specs on gopros site:

http://gopro.com/hd-hero3-cameras

This the black edition has a lot better specs. The silver is just a hero2 with wifi built in and a different frame.


Sent from my iPhone 4S

[sumone]

Originally Posted by obnoxious2

I would probably get the silver version. No real reason to need the black version unless you need super super slow motion which you don't for motorcycling. And plus, if I'm going to need that high quality then might as well get a Canon 5d or 7d.

every thing looks cooler in slow motion though!

I just got the hero 2 in july so it will be a while before I get a upgrade... however im going to do with the black. I do a lot of mountain biking and drift triking so the remote and slow motion are huge pluses for me

[ctekguy]

Twixtor = Awesome Slo-motion





Works w/ regular GoPro HD footage

[sumone]

Originally Posted by ctekguy

Twixtor = Awesome Slo-motion

Works w/ regular GoPro HD footage

Youtube

Youtube

that is cool, but if you look close you can see the program blurring the image to try and make it smooth. you can really see it at 1:38 his back leg is very burly...

still not the same as actually recording at 120fps

[harry-nyc]

I think GoPro is definitely improving, smaller, lighter, better quality camera with the new Black Series. Adding the wifi built in with the remote is brilliant! Only thing is that the battery is new, so the older versions won't fit.


What needs to happen is a group buy where the price is less than $399!

[ctekguy]

Originally Posted by sumone

http://youtu.be/--ZwS0bihHQ

that is cool, but if you look close you can see the program blurring the image to try and make it smooth. you can really see it at 1:38 his back leg is very burly...

still not the same as actually recording at 120fps

Oh, I agree completely. The blurring could be contributed to many factors though. Still, 1080p @ 60fps/720p @ 120fps = AWESOME! I would do that over software effects every time.

[N_Sandhu]

damn, haven't had my 2 for more than 6 months. Can't believe they came out with the 3 so soon.

[HardRacing.]

Originally Posted by N_Sandhu

damn, haven't had my 2 for more than 6 months. Can't believe they came out with the 3 so soon.

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LOL.. Yea, the competition is getting stronger, and Forcing GoPro to step it up. Having better video and pictures and built in Wi-Fi is a good step in the right direction.

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[RCV600]

Black edition 100% If you factor the cost of the remote its only $20 more than the silver edition.

Silver edition = slimmer wifi hero2
white edition = slimmer wifi hero1

[Azn-Sensation]

I was wondering why the hero2 were going on sale.

[Nuttynu]

They're are 3 model of te hero 3 !!!

I might just grab the cheaper model one. Or maybe just buy the hero 2. Who needs remote !

[volcom440]

Originally Posted by Nuttynu

They're are 3 model of te hero 3 !!!

I might just grab the cheaper model one. Or maybe just buy the hero 2. Who needs remote !

the silver edition is like a hero 2 but with wi-fi built in so you can use the GoPro app and what not. but if you dont use the app i would just go for the hero 2 which is only $199 at a lot of places now.

[dsp jaggar]

i think if i only used it for my motorcycle i would opt for the silver, but as i also surf and freedive and montainbike i think i would rather opt for the added frame rates and resolution of the the black

[HardRacing.]

Originally Posted by dsp jaggar

........ i think i would rather opt for the added frame rates and resolution of the the black

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That seems to be the popular option.

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[smiley6111]

"And then for $100 MORE.. They have a BLACK SERIES, Which includes the WiFi Remote ($80 value) and a better Camera
4K/15, 2.7K/30, 1440p/48fps, 1080p/60fps, 960p/100fps, 720p/120fps
12MP photos
New photo burst modes with up to 30 shots per second"

I just got my hero2 last week so i'm pissed but i'll still get the black come tax time. i think it would be worth the extra 100 for the quality and the wifi. seeing as how most are coming with wifi built in its about time that gopro got with it. I'm anxious to see videos with the new hero3 when ppl get there hands on it.

[HardRacing.]

Originally Posted by smiley6111

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. I'm anxious to see videos with the new hero3 when ppl get there hands on it.

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Poor Youtube Servers are going to have a Meltdown when they try to feed that kind of Bandwidth.


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[harry-nyc]

Originally Posted by HardRacing.

. Poor Youtube Servers are going to have a Meltdown when they try to feed that kind of Bandwidth. .

Screw youtube, they have money, lol.

[HardRacing.]

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Very True.

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