Popular action camera-maker GoPro announced two new GoPro cameras on Wednesday, September 4. The two new devices––the Hero 13 Black and Hero––come with a slew of innovations and new features aimed at those who want to ace adventure photography. The top-of-the-line Hero13 Black, priced at Rs 44,900, comes with the HB-Series Lenses. The Hero, GoPro’s smallest and simplest camera. Both cameras come with some unique features that have been built upon GoPro patented technologies.
Talking about the latest launches, GoPro founder and CEO Nicholas Woodman said that the two new devices are inspired by and built for the GoPro community. “HERO13 Black features four new interchangeable lens mods that HERO13 automatically detects and adjusts its settings for, magnetic latch mounting, GPS, and a more powerful battery that provides longer runtimes and improved thermal performance. And then there’s HERO, the smallest, lightest 4K GoPro ever with a screen that will appeal to new and experienced users with its rugged, ultralight design and impressive 4K image quality,” Woodman said.
The Hero13 Black can be opted as a standalone camera at Rs 44,990 as well as the Hero13 Black Creator Edition, priced at Rs 64,990, and comes with Volta Power Grip, Media Mod, Light Mod. Users can also pick the activity-optimised Hero13 Black Accessory Bundle priced at Rs 49,990. This accessory bundle includes Hero13 Black, floating hand grip, an extra Enduro battery, an extra Curved Adhesive Mount, and a 64GB SD card along with a case.
When it comes to features, Hero13 Black comes with 13X Burst Slo-Mo that captures up to 400 per second at 720p, 120fps at 5.3K, and 360 fps at 900p video. The redesigned Enduro battery offers 10 per cent more capacity and better efficiency in all weather conditions. Besides, the Snap and Go Magnetic Latch allows for three mounting options. Also, WiFi 6 allows 40 per cent faster content transfer.