It was long due for
sure, but the wait is over as GoPro has announced its first all-new
camera since 2006. Hero4 Session is a lightweight, waterproof camera
in a stylish cube shape. It hit the shelves on July 12 with a price
tag of $399.
So many things make
this new camera different from others in the GoPro range. Its size,
for instance, is one of its highlights – it's half the size (1.4
inches cubed) of existing Hero4 cameras and at 2.3 ounces is 40%
lighter. Its single-button operation feature makes it quite easy to
use – a push of a button will start or stop recording. It is easy
to mount on objects such as bicycle spokes which cannot hold the
existing Hero4s. The company believes that its size and weight will
make it an instant hit with professional athletes.
The new Hero4
Session sacrifices an LCD screen to provide you with a compact
camera. You can however, use the GoPro mobile app as well as the
Wi-Fi smart remote to operate the camera. The camera is also
waterproof to a depth of 33 feet and does not require additional
housing.
Another great
feature is its new mic design that delivers better wind-noise
reduction than other models. It operates on a battery that provides
2 hours of recording at 1080p at 30fps – you have to turn your
Wi-Fi off though. Unfortunately, you get a camera with built-in
battery, so no swapping is possible.
Even though the size
of Hero4 Session is small, it is by no means a low-end device. You
can find some cheap options in the market, but this new offering from
GoPro is not aimed at the entry level. It charges good money but
delivers great performance in return.
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