GoPro has just announced the Hero, an entry-level, £199.99 camera that’s designed for consumers who don’t really need the most advanced features on the market.
The GoPro Hero is a lot cheaper than the other products in the firm’s lineup, with the company hoping to tempt in anyone who’s been a little intimidated by − or simply unable to afford − the company’s higher-end creations.
The new model looks a lot like the £399.99 GoPro Hero 6 Black, but leaves out 4K and slo-mo recording, with its filming capabilities instead topping out at a maximum resolution and frame rate of 1440p at 60fps.
Related: GoPro Hero 6 Black
It also features video stabilisation, a 2-inch touchscreen, voice control functionality and 10-megapixel photo capture, and it’s waterproof to depths of 10m.
“HERO is a great first GoPro for people looking to share experiences beyond what a phone can capture,” said Meghan Laffey, GoPro’s SVP of product. “HERO makes it easy to share ‘wow’ moments at a price that’s perfect for first-time users.”
GoPro is going through a tough patch at the moment, and while the Hero won’t solve all of its problems, the firm will be counting on its new creation for a quick win, which could eventually lead to healthier sales further up the chain.
The GoPro Hero is available to purchase right now, for £199.99.
Are you tempted by the Hero? Share your thoughts @TrustedReviews.
Editorial independence
Editorial independence means being able to give an unbiased verdict about a product or company, with the avoidance of conflicts of interest. To ensure this is possible, every member of the editorial staff follows a clear code of conduct.
Professional conduct
We also expect our journalists to follow clear ethical standards in their work. Our staff members must strive for honesty and accuracy in everything they do. We follow the IPSO Editors’ code of practice to underpin these standards.
Editorial independence
Editorial independence means being able to give an unbiased verdict about a product or company, with the avoidance of conflicts of interest. To ensure this is possible, every member of the editorial staff follows a clear code of conduct.
Professional conduct
We also expect our journalists to follow clear ethical standards in their work. Our staff members must strive for honesty and accuracy in everything they do. We follow the IPSO Editors’ code of practice to underpin these standards.
