Well the wait is over and the much vaunted next GoPro is apparently on the shelves.
GoPro Update… sort of.
This video dropped tonight.
Sigh, I Have To Start Again!
There is a dilemma in all this and I ask your input; are these freebie publications valuable to you?
A Perfect Example of the Advantages of 360° Shooting
This footage is a perfect example of the benefits of shooting 360° with something like the DJI AVATA 360, DJI 360 or GoPro Max
We’ve Come A Long, Long Way. Make Use of It. RTFM. Here’s Why.
Take the humble action camera. Released in 2006, it was one of the few products that was a breath of fresh in a somewhat stagnant marketplace. Look at what it can do now.
GoPro Mission 1 Aussie Pricing Announced
GoPro today announced pricing for its new MISSION 1 Series of cameras.
Creative Content / Australian Videocamera Latest Podcast Now Live
News from NAB, RØDE, DJI, GoPro Blackmagic Design, Maxon, Sennheiser and more
GoPro Has Resurfaced!
GoPro again has a "voice" in Australasia!
GoPro – On a Mission.
What we do know so far is there are three models on the way, the Mission 1 Pro, Mission 1 Pro ILS and the Mission 1. But is it a sound strategy?
Buy What Something Does, Not What It Is.
Too many people buy based on features they'll probably never use, as against what the camera, drone etc will do for you.
GoPro Hero 14. Possible April Launch. And Some Surprises.
A press release has dropped some major hints on the next GoPro 14, complerte with time frames and specifications.
Compact? dSLR? Mirrorless? GoPro? iPhone? Which Wireless Mic?
Options for those who have little knowledge on the subject are wide indeed, and potentially very confusing
Loupedeck (and GoPro) Information
Recently though, all of my installed profiles simply vanished – which is a right pain in the bum I have to say.
Power Banks Might Be Banned on Aircraft
QANTAS, JetStar and Virgin are reportedly set to ban power banks on their aircraft, which is a serious blow to users of cameras and drones as well as other accessory / smartphone users.
The Mystery of GoPro Missing in Action. The Roaring Silence.
Despite numerous emails, form applications and even support requests and any other way I can think of to contact the company, the silence has been deafening.
New AI Fluid Gimbal From GoPro
It’s not going to be cheap at USD$229.99 (about AUD$350) plus probably any Uncle Donald tariffs of course.
GoPro MAX 2 and LIT Hero (Updated)
In Australia at least, GoPro saw fit to give its PR company the flick a few months back, so info is very sparse, and I am not betting on review versions any time soon.
400 Frames / Second for Slo-Mo. From My GoPro?
Being designated as “action cameras”, the popular GoPro and its DJI sibling, the DJI Action camera are perfect for shooting Slo-Mo
Postcard: Cocos (Keeling) Island with DJI Flip, DJI 360, DJI OSMO 5 and GoPro Hero 13 Black
This resulted in a 6 hour flight across the Indian Ocean to the beautiful Cocos and Keeling Islands, which really is your best tropical sandy beaches, waving palms paradise.
Slap! Insta360 gets one on the wrist
GoPro says it is pleased with the ALJ's findings that Insta360 infringed on a patent covering GoPro's iconic HERO camera design
Any colour you like as long as its black. Or green.
The question you need to ask yourself I guess, is the colour worth the AUD$70?
Which Camera? A Quick Primer. And the answer to the most asked question…
Every so often, this issue rears its head; Questions in various forums about cameras / camcorders and what “settings” to use for differing circumstances.
Review: GoPro 13 Macro Lens
With the lens having an effective range of 11cm to 75cm you use the ring to get the image as sharp as possible, and to assist, focus peaking using different colours helps you see on the camera screen what’s in focus.
Review: GoPro 13 Hero Black (Part 1)
It’s taken a while as the actual camera was released quite some weeks back now, but I finally have my hands on the new GoPro 13 Hero Black. Not only that, I also have the UltraWide and Macro Lens Mods.
DaVinci Resolve: Basics That Trip People Answered. A Video Tutorial
In this latest video, after finding out from a mini survey of new DaVinci Resolve users, I have put together a tutorial covering the 6 things users seem to have issues with, especially those migrating from another video editing package.
You have a GoPro. And Want Better Audio. Here’s How
You have a #GoPro. And Want Better #Audio. Here's How. I've researched a LOT of options. This video will fill you in...
New GoPro Models – Hero 13 and a “baby” Hero 4K
If you are a GoPro fan, no doubt you knew there was a new model coming. As it turns out there are two – the Hero 13 Black for AUD$649.95 and a “baby” 4K Hero for AUD$349.95.
GoPro: Is it the right camera? And how can I tell?
With every release of a new GoPro, the questions come thick and fast about “best settings for …” as new users join the GoPro “club”. (Actually the same can be said for DJI Action cameras and others of the same ilk).
Of Special Interest to ALL GoPro Users
Over the past few months, I have put together a bunch of information and tutorials aimed specifically at GoPro users - especially those just starting out.
Tutorial: Keeping Shutter Speed and Frame Rate In Harmony
The frame rate and shutter speed your camera is set at to create videos is very important and getting it just right can make a huge difference in the quality of your footage.
Astrophotography: Part One – Getting Started
When I started back in 2002, I was under a big misconception. I thought to get started I needed to buy a decent telescope with an SLR film camera. How wrong can you be!
GoPro “Settings” Should Be Renamed “Options”. IMHO.
There is no "setting" for “take a picture underwater at 4pm while I am 2m snorkelling” or option to “I am riding my bike in the rain and it’s a bit dark”.
GoPro Audio Options – Part 1
The best way in my opinion is a combination of the MediaMod and an external mic
GoPro Quik now Mac friendly – but at a price
GoPro today announced the initial release of a macOS desktop version of its mobile app, Quik. GoPro also announced a new Premium+ $169.99 GoPro subscription tier that offers additional features and benefits beyond the original $69.99 GoPro subscription tier, now known as “Premium.” The Quik desktop app is available at no additional...
GoPro Microphones and Audio
With a GoPro, there are a number of ways to get good audio, and a lot depends on what you are recording and how you are recording it.
Sample version of GoPro e-magazine
I have been asked by a few people if I can make a sample version of the latest Creative Content -Magazine for GoPro available so they gain a better idea of its content.
Tutorial: Adding Titles to GoPro (or Drone) Videos
Titles share something in common with transitions; they should be used sparingly and not take away from the story being told, instead adding information that explains something the visuals cannot.
You have your GoPro (or drone) footage. What’s next? Part 1
So, via your GoPro or drone, you have your footage. What’s next then? What things can you do to take raw footage and turn it into a video others will enjoy watching, and maybe, even inspire them?
My GoPro Overheats. YES! We Know. And Here Is How to Fix it!
There are things you can do to minimise this happening, and even potentially, eliminate it all together.
Review: GoPro Volta
As the name sort of suggests, it has a lot to do with power, with a couple of party tricks thrown in for good measure. Basically, the Volta is a battery grip that doubles as a tripod and remote control for GoPro Hero 9, 10, 11 and 12 models.
GoPro vs Mirrorless / dSLR (and why)
Despite lots and lots of posts answering questions regarding what GoPros can and cannot do, there still seems to be a major confusion as to their role in the photo / video world, as against what people seem to think they are. So let's unravel that in simple terms.
Why Won’t My GoPro and DaVinci Resolve Play Together?
For a long, long time I have been applauding the benefits of DaVinci Resolve as a video editor. It has been around a goodly amount of time and therefore is very mature (now at version 18), it works on Mac, Windows and LINUX, has every known feature you could probably...
New Insta to take on GoPro?
I’ve never had the joy of reviewing an Insta camera. All my attempts to get one from the company have been rebuffed with a curt “not interested”. Whether this is because the Australian market for them is too small and dominated by GoPro and DJI, or they simply don’t like...
Shooting 360° With a GoPro Max. Beginner’s Guide
Over the years, I have done a lot of work and written heaps about GoPro action cams, but not spoken much about the GoPro Max which I also have. For those unaware, the GoPro Max is a camera that shoots in 360 degrees by utilising twin lenses and then “stitching”...
Especially for GoPro Users. An index of ALL My Current GoPro Related Stories.
When I started this new website just on a year ago, I decided up front I’d have a special section for GoPro users (Q & A, tutorials, reviews, accessories etc) as well as pages for drones, and the Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro. The problem is that although I have...
GoPro’s do NOT ‘Zoom’. End Of.
This ‘myth’ is asked in the GoPro forums so often it requires a separate story (although I have covered it in other stories about using GoPros). The question asked is about GoPro cameras ‘zooming’ Simple answer. They don’t. End of. The lens in a GoPro is of the fixed type,...
Photography and Video Basics (Especially for GoPro Users)
Reading through the post on various forums it is quite evident that a lot of people are not aware of the basics of video and photography, and as a result, are not getting the very best results from their cameras – whether it be a GoPro, smartphone, drone, mirrorless or...
GoPro Q & A – the most common questions answered.
In the various GoPro forums, there are standard questions that pop up again and again. Here is some samples and the respective answers to help all those with similar issues. Question: When I download my GoPro video files to my computer, they won’t play back. Audio does but there is...
Get The Right Tool for the Job. And It May Not Be a GoPro.
This issue seems to come around reasonably often; trying to use a tool for a job where it is totally the wrong item you need for the best result. In this case, it is the venerable GoPro camera. In the various GoPro forums I frequent, it is a regular occurrence...
GoPro Tip – Locking the screen
The things you learn… A thing about GoPros that has always annoyed me, is the way it is so easy to change modes or other settings by inadvertently touching the screen. So often you get home and find that that 12 minute you shot has turned into a single image...
So you are thinking of buying a GoPro. Here’s what you need to know…
The GoPro Hero Black is a versatile little camera and often a person’s first ‘real camera’ after only ever using a smartphone. This causes some issues for many people if the various GoPro forums are anything to go by. So, here is a little primer for you if you are...
Which One? GoPro Hero 12 Black or DJI Action 4. I Picked the …
The gloves are now well and truly off with the recent releases of the GoPro Hero 12 Black and the DJI Action 4. So similar are these so-called ‘action’ cameras that it is inevitable they will be compared. They look the same and are aimed at the same market demographic....
GoPro Hero 11 footage V GoPro Hero 12 footage
Both of these videos were shot at 4K and downsampled to 1080p in wide 16-34mm and the same frame rate. Can you pick the difference? https://youtu.be/D2Lqfhs3wak
First Look: GoPro Hero 12 Black
My GoPro Hero 12 Black arrived today. And I have to say there is a bit of a departure from GoPros of old. Gone is the nifty black zipper carry case that was so useful for many things (I have them acting as camera cases and even first aid kits)....
GoPro Hero 12 Black
It doesn’t seem that long ago I was reviewing the GoPro Hero 6, the one that came with my ill-fated GoPro Karma drone (may it rest in briny peace). But here we are on the verge of the Hero 12 Black launch, and the company has released some information on...
Sensor measurements explained. It may NOT be what you (and others) think.
This is just a quick note as I have seen some posts, by those who should really know better, inaccurately describing the size of the sensor in the new DJI Action 4. Sensors sizes are typically described in inches and fractions of inches (like TVs are still sadly - probably...
Review: Sennheiser MKE 400 Shotgun Mic
Vlogging is all the rage these days and manufacturers are bringing out cameras especially designed for this purpose, such as the Sony ZV-1 I currently have for review. Others such as Canon also actively tout certain models as “ideal” for that purpose. But vlogging (and video in general) is more...
New DJI Action 4 Camera Takes on GoPro
Hot off the press ... I'll have more in depth tomorrow folks! DJI today announces the launch of Osmo Action 4. Designed as the ultimate companion for adventure enthusiasts, Osmo Action 4 sets a new standard in capturing and sharing the most thrilling moments. With its exceptional image quality, unparalleled...
Latest CreativeContent e-Magazine Now Available. And it’s FREE!
In this edition: Compare: GoPro Hero 11 Black v DJI Action 3 Compare: DJI Air 3 v DJI Mini 3 Pro (and the Air 2S) Lighting Tutorial Part 2 Looks at Specific Lighting Setups Comment: “It’s Just Worth the Effort Anymore” Plus, all the news from around the world on...
GoPro Hero 11 Black v DJI Osmo Action 3
DJI Action 3 or GoPro Hero 11 Black? To some, it may come as a complete surprise there is a viable alternative to the venerable GoPro camera range, and it comes from those clever drone makers at DJI. Called the Osmo Action series, the range is now at its 3rd...
The perfect camera / drone backpack? Maybe…
I have been searching for the ‘perfect’ camera / drone backpack for more time than I care to think. I would have thoughts my needs were simple; lots of adjustable compartments, plenty of external pockets, water resistant with a raincoat available, comfortable and able to carry a tripod and drinks...
Preview: DJI Osmo Action 3
Holden or Ford? Vegemite or Marmite? Dockers or West Coast Eagles? Sydney or Melbourne. Rivalry between two entities has been around since, well, Cain and Abel I suppose. Sometimes friendly, often not, occasionally it is clear cut in terms of the preference offered to one over the other. However, sometimes,...
Tutorial: Creating GoPro Shooting Presets
Lots of people ask members of Facebook forums and other places what the best settings for a certain scenario for a GoPro are. These might include screen resolution, bit rate, shooting style (eg wide or max video), zoom factor, ISO levels and so on. This is one of the benefits...
Never Overwrite Files With the Same Name Again
One bug with GoPro cameras is that unlike say, models from Fujifilm or Canon, you cannot change the way it names the files it creates, no matter they be video or photo images. (Or if you can, I have never found a way so please tell me!) This means, as...
GoPro Slashes Prices
GoPro has announced that it is restoring its camera lineup to lower, pre-pandemic prices. Effective worldwide today at GoPro retailers and on GoPro.com, the flagship HERO11 Black is now priced at $649.95, HERO11 Black Mini is $499.95, HERO10 Black is $549.95 and HERO9 Black is $429.95. The vlogger and pro-content, creator-focused HERO11 Black Creator Edition is now $949.95. Only MAX, GoPro’s...
CreativeSpeak Podcast #3 Now Available
My latest podcast CreativeSpeak, is now online. In this edition: Should you pay your cast and crew regardless? What makes a professional video or film? A GoPro battery discussion A FREE subsitute for expensive 3D modelling, animation and motion graphics applications Win a Zhiyun Molus G20 Lighting Kit worth over...
A tale of (possible) GoPro woe …
I’ve had a GoPro 10 Black on a tripod in a MediaMod for some months now. It is hooked up via USB for power to the battery and HDMI to my Blackmagic Design ATEM Media Pro. Occasionally I also have an external mic plugged in. Today for the first time,...
Just a Kid At Heart. Timelapse for Crystal Growing.
I’m just a big kid at heart. That probably why I still have a Meccano set, like making complex Lego models (of race cars particularly), love Dr Who (most of it anyway) and gadgets. So, I think I can be forgiven for when seeing a $12.99 “Grow Your Own Crystals”...
Basics of Video Editing: A Primer
I saw an interesting response to a post in a Facebook group today. A GoPro group to be exact. The author had posted a video of a trip from a country town into his state’s capital city, with the GoPro acting as a dashcam. In all, there was a smidgeon...
Tutorial: Rule of Thirds
Many, many years ago, in a video forum far, far away, I had a ‘robust’ discussion with a person I’ll call ‘Gary’, because that was his name. Gary argued the ‘Rule of 3rds was a hard and fast rule that had to be followed to get the best images, no matter...
Add a Gimbal to a GoPro? Yes, yes indeed!
Could a GoPro benefit from a gimbal? Most would say, “why use a gimbal.. the latest GoPros have brilliant built in stabilisation”. And my answer would be, “Yes I agree, but a gimbal gives you access to shots you can’t otherwise get. And a lot more besides”. Not to mention...
Proxies. Why and When.
Do a search of any of the newsgroups around dedicated to video editing – whether in general or for specific packages such as Adobe Premiere or Vegas or Resolve – and use the word “choppy” as the search criteria. I guarantee you’ll find hundreds of posts about the subject. And...
Trouble Accessing Your GoPro files? This Might Be The Solution.
Unless I am missing something obvious, there seems to be a major issue with GoPros across the board that people do not understand. There are regular posts from folk saying that their GoPro has died, the screen no longer operates, they cannot transfer footage to their phone and so on....
Updated: A Live Video Streaming Recording Studio for <$3K
Updated: I have been asked to itemise the individual costs of my setup. All products are listed at the end of the main story. One of my projects over the Christmas and New Year break was to put together a mini–TV Studio setup in my office. The intention was to...
Wireless Lav Mics… which one?
There has been a surfeit of wireless mic systems of late and therefore we are spoiled for choice these days. So I thought I’d take a quick look and compare spec for spec the ones I have access to at the moment. These are: DJI Mic Hollyland Lark M1 Duo...
Tips For “Action Cam” Shooting
Action cams have become basic equipment for many filmmakers. But filming with them differs significantly from working with classic camcorders. Our eight tips show you how to get the most out of your action cam. 1. Have fun while filming To share the fun of an experience with others is...
Thank goodness for dental floss… Removing GoPro Mounts
As you probably know (assuming you are a regular to FV^VR reader / follower and Australian Videocamera before that) I have a penchant for in-car camcorders – GoPro, Thinkware, Sony, Nikon, Panasonic and others have all graced the windows of the Monaro at one time or another. As a consequence,...
Need Better Stabilisation? Look At Mercalli 6 AI
Just lately it seems I have been drowning in a sea of gimbals. I have them here for smartphones, small cameras, large cameras, built into cameras … and there is no denying they are a very useful piece of kit to have in the toolbox. You can get some fantastic...
Quik. It’s not just a choccie drink anymore …
Following on from yesterday’s story / tutorial, it is timely to now discuss what you can do with those freshly minted brilliant photos and videos you have created with your new-found skills. Luckily, GoPro has come to the rescue in the last week and updated its original GoPro app for...
Review: GoPro MAX
When 360° cameras such as those from Samsung, 360Fly and Ricoh etc first came out, the excitement was the novelty of having a video in a browser and being able to scroll it around, up and down in some cases zoom in and out. However this soon because a bit blasé, and the novelty factor...
Review: GoPro Remote
The test of a user interface is simple. Can it be worked out quickly and easily, and therefore have you up and running with a minimum of fuss if a user manual is not available. In other words, you have to explore the device itself and work out how to...
Is The GoPro A Proper Camera? There are Some Secrets …
I had a look at the manual for my Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K this morning. And as you’d expect for such a complex piece of gear, it is a goodly size. 155 pages to exact So how many pages do you think the “humble” little GoPro 10 camera has. I mean,...
Review: GoPro Shutter App
I like gadgets. I especially like gadgets that talk to other gadgets making a sort of 3rd “virtual gadget”. And right now I have found an older gadget I possess will talk to my latest new gadget and this makes me very happy indeed. The older gadget is my GoPro Hero...
GoPro Accessories. Which Do I Need? This Might Help
In the various GoPro forums I frequent, one of the most common questions I see is “what accessories should I get”? The answer of course depends very much on what you use the camera for; someone who does mountain biking has very different needs than someone who does snorkelling for...
Review: GoPro Lens Mod
It’s taken me a while to warm to the GoPro Lens Mod. You see I just wasn’t sure if it were any use to me seeing the stuff I do and film. Having a boat has changed all of that. As did a little lateral thinking. Why so? Because the...
Review: GoPro Media Mod
Not a day goes by without me being asked a single question. “Is the GoPro Media Mod worth buying?” Not quite true, but from time to time the question has popped up. Well it did once anyway. A while back. So I thought I’d answer it here. So what is...
Review GoPro Hero 11 Black
If you line up a GoPro 9, 10 and 11 side by side, I challenge anyone to see an immediate difference, because as far as I can tell, there isn’t one. Resolution and Other Techie Stuff But under the bonnet, things are very different. The biggest single change is the...