GoPro Hero2 announced

Malakas · 10-25-2011, 03:15 PM

Cant wait... better quality and an external mic port (FINALLY!).

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GoPro has launched the HD Hero2, an updated version of its sports video camera. The latest version features an 11MP sensor (up from 5MP) and can now shoot 1080p30 video at a choice of 170deg, 127deg or 90deg angles-of-view (the original Hero could only shoot 1080 at 127deg or lower resolutions at 170deg). The redesigned lens is claimed to be twice as sharp as its predecessor. It also gains an external mic port and Mini HDMI socket. The company has also launched the WiFi BacPac accessory allowing live streaming from the camera from the Hero2. It can also be used to control either HD Hero via the included remote or using an App on a smartphone or tablet.

HALF MOON BAY, CA (October 24, 2011) – GoPro today announced the release of its new HD HERO2® camera. Twice as powerful as GoPro’s original HD HERO camera, the HD HERO2 enables consumers and professionals to capture and broadcast their lives’ most exciting moments in professional quality 1080p HD video and 11 megapixel photos. The new HD HERO2 is now available at Our Online Store, specialty retailers around the world, and at Best Buy for MSRP US$299.99.

Arguably the most versatile camera in the world thanks to its innovative mounting system, renowned durability and small form factor, the HD HERO2 surpasses its predecessor with several technology upgrades. The HD HERO2′s new processor delivers twice the processing power, taking full advantage of a new high performance 11 megapixel sensor that delivers more than twice the image detail along with professional low light performance. A totally redesigned wide-angle lens was required to take full advantage of the HD HERO2′s increased image-processing, resulting in a lens that’s twice as sharp as the previous model. And with the arrival of GoPro’s new Wi-Fi BacPac™ and Wi-Fi Remote products slated for release this winter, the HD HERO2 will enable video remote control via the Wi-Fi Remote, smartphones and devices, tablets and computers as well as enabling live GoPro video broadcast from anywhere there is Wi-Fi or a mobile hotspot.

Famous for its globally best-selling HD HERO line of wearable and gear mountable cameras, GoPro spared no expense developing the HD HERO2.

“GoPro created a new category of camera with the HD HERO back in 2009, and it’s gone on to become one of the best selling video cameras in the world,” says Nicholas Woodman, GoPro’s founder and CEO. “With these big shoes to fill, we invested massively in engineering the HD HERO2 to be one of the greatest, most versatile cameras of all time. We think we’ve achieved our goal and we’re very excited to see the content our customers around the world capture and share with their powerful new GoPros.”

2x as Powerful in Every Way:

The HD HERO2 benefits from a complete redesign that results in dramatically enhanced image quality and ease-of-use:

List of HD HERO2 Feature Enhancements:

* Professional 11MP Sensor
* 2x Faster Image Processor
* 2x Sharper Glass Lens
* Professional Low Light Performance
* Full 170º, Medium 127º, Narrow 90º FOV in 1080p and 720p Video
* 120 fps WVGA, 60 fps 720p, 48 fps 960p, 30 fps 1080p Video
* Full 170º and Medium 127º FOV Photos
* 10 11MP Photos Per Second Burst
* 1 11MP Photo Every 0.5 Sec Timelapse Mode
* 3.5mm External Stereo Microphone Input
* Simple Language-based User Interface
* Compatible with Wi-Fi BacPac™ and Wi-Fi Remote™
* Long Range Remote Control of up to 50 GoPro Cameras per Wifi Remote
* Wi-Fi Video/Photo Preview, Playback and Control via GoPro App
* Live Streaming Video and Photos to the Web

Read more about the HD HERO2, Wi-Fi BacPac and Wi-Fi Remote products.

Upgraded Professional Photo Quality and Features

The HD HERO2’s photo capture performance has also been significantly upgraded. In addition to much improved low light performance, the HD HERO2 can capture up to ten 11 megapixel photos in a one second burst mode as well as automatic time-lapse photos with quick .5 second timing between photos. This dramatically increases the success-rate when attempting to capture magazine cover quality photos during fast action sports and activities.

Simplified User Interface

GoPro also placed a priority on redesigning the HD HERO2’s user interface for dead simple ease-of-use. The HD HERO2 features a totally new, straightforward language-based user interface that eliminates the need for instructions.

“The HD HERO2 is much, much easier to use than the original HD HERO. If you know how to use a traditional camera, you can use the HD HERO2 straight out of the box without instructions. This makes the HD HERO2 very powerful as an everyday, easy to use consumer camera while retaining all of the features, modes and performance that has made GoPro the best selling small form factor HD camera to Hollywood,” said GoPro’s Director of Product Definition, Rudy Samuels.

Specialized Right Down to the Packaging

The HD HERO2 sells in three bundled-accessory configurations, each containing the necessary mounts for particular genres of use or activity. The HD HERO2 is backwards compatible with all existing GoPro mounts and accessories.

Click each product name for a complete list of included mounts and accessories:

* HD HERO2 Outdoor Edition – $299.99
* HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition – $299.99
* HD HERO2 Surf Edition – $299.99

The original 1080p HD HERO camera is now available for MSRP US$199.99 – $239.99 (USD) (previously $259.99 – $299.99) through GoPro.com and GoPro’s worldwide authorized dealer network. The Wi-Fi BacPac and Wi-Fi Remote are also compatible with the original HD HERO camera, but functionality is limited to remote control only. Video and photo streaming is not supported.

More info here: http://www.dpreview.com/news/1110/11...prohdhero2.asp

Thanks to Hacker-Pschorr (R-list)

THE TECH · 10-25-2011, 03:26 PM

Yeah saw this the other day. Hopefully it's an improvement over the last model.

Malakas · 10-25-2011, 03:40 PM

I love the GoPro - have taken it to the track many times, even taken it skiing. Great little toy. But the sound was always dreadful... so hopefully, this will work well.

disapr · 10-25-2011, 05:27 PM

Very cool! I'll have to upgrade my fleet of cameras soon. I wish they would update the mount too. It works well in most cases but at almost 170mph you can see it failing due to wind.

aus · 10-25-2011, 05:28 PM

FINALLY a mic input!!

PINHEAD · 10-25-2011, 06:15 PM

mic input was its biggest missing thing. i will be purchasing this

Malakas · 10-26-2011, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by disapr

...t at almost 170mph you can see it failing due to wind.

LOL. Mere mortals dont have that issue.

garek · 10-26-2011, 01:58 PM

Glad they upgraded the lens and video quality. My iPhone took better video than the original HD hero. I'll be upgrading to this also.

mkPOTO · 10-26-2011, 02:02 PM

time to upgrade

aus · 10-26-2011, 10:54 PM

Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced mic that comes with a long cord that will reach the trunk?

jkman510 · 10-28-2011, 05:59 PM

Mic Input! Can't wait to see some reviews of it.

Definitely on my christmas list now

Malakas · 10-28-2011, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by garek

Glad they upgraded the lens and video quality. My iPhone took better video than the original HD hero. I'll be upgrading to this also.

Lol. I use my iPhone too - especially with Harry's Lap Timer. Great video. Then I use the Gopro in foot well (horrible, Im no Senna), or rear facing.

Having lots of footage is a great way to pass Monday/Tuesday at work following a DE.

LTJohn · 10-30-2011, 10:22 AM

looks like you can use your iPhone or droid as a viewfinder.

The contour HD did this last year, but boy, was it full of bugs!

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aus Major General 890 Rep 9,031 Posts Drives: Odysse Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	FINALLY a mic input!! __________________ Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by some of the top engineers in the world because some guys sponsored by a company told you it's "better??" But when you ask the same guy about tracking, "oh no, I have a kid now" or "I just detailed my car." or "i just got new tires."
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