GoPro Hero4 Black 4k Ultra HD


    • Pro-quality capture. Simply the best.

    • Capturing 4K Ultra HD video and liquid-smooth slow motion at up to 240 frames per second, HERO4 Black delivers higher performance than any other GoPro.

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    $499.00

    Features

    Details

    Most advanced GoPro ever.

    HERO4 Black takes Emmy® Award-winning GoPro performance to the next level with our best image quality yet, plus a 2x more powerful processor2 that delivers super slow motion at 240 frames per second.1 Incredible high-resolution 4K30 and 2.7K601 video combines with 1080p120 and 720p240 slow motion to enable stunning, immersive footage of you and your world. Protune™ settings for both photos and video unlock manual control of Color, ISO Limit, Exposure and more. Waterproof to 131’ (40m) with 12MP photos at 30 frames per second and improved audio,2 HERO4 Black is the ultimate life-capture solution for those who demand the best.

    2x the performance.

    With a 2x more powerful processor, 2x faster video frame rates and even better image quality than its best-selling predecessor, HERO4 Black delivers footage that’s sharper, richer and more detailed.2 Combined with powerful new features and technologies—and improvements to audio, usability, wireless connectivity and more—HERO4 Black is the most advanced, highest-performing GoPro ever.

    4K30. 4x the resolution of 1080p.

    4K30, 2.7K60,1 1080p120, 720p2401—HERO4 Black is the first camera of its kind to feature ultra high-resolution, high frame rate video as powerful as this. Once the exclusive domain of large, costly cameras, HERO4 Black delivers truly professional video quality in a tiny package. Stunning clarity. Liquid-smooth slow-motion playback. Cinema-quality capture. HERO4 Black brings it all.

    Fast, powerful photo capture.

    With 12MP Burst photos at a blistering 30 frames per second, HERO4 Black helps you capture the moments you don’t want to miss. Capture single photos, or choose Time Lapse mode to shoot photos automatically at set time intervals from 0.5 to 60 seconds—great for gear-mounted shots when the shutter button is out of reach.

    New settings for after dark.

    Capture the night sky in a whole new way. New Night Photo and Night Lapse modes offer customizable exposure settings of up to 30 seconds for single and Time Lapse photos. Whether you’re shooting the Milky Way or a campfire hangout, Night Photo and Night Lapse allow you to you capture ultra low-light scenes like never before.

    Control, view and share with built-in Wi-Fi + Bluetooth®.

    HERO4 Black features built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, allowing you to connect to the GoPro App, Smart Remote3 and more. The GoPro App transforms your phone or tablet into a live video remote for your camera, offering full control of all functions and settings, easy shot preview and playback, plus sharing via text, email, Facebook and more. The Smart Remote allows you to control multiple GoPro cameras from distances of up to 600’ (180m).

    HiLight Tag your best moments.

    HiLight Tag, a new HERO4 feature, enables you to mark key moments while recording so you can quickly locate your best clips later for convenient playback, editing or sharing using the GoPro App or GoPro Studio. Just press the dedicated button on the camera or Smart Remote,3 or use the GoPro App to tag your highlights.

    World’s most immersive video.

    HERO4 Black features SuperView™, a GoPro-exclusive video mode that captures the world’s most immersive wide-angle perspective. It allows you to capture more of yourself and your surroundings in the shot—resulting in captivating, ultra engaging footage of every adventure. 

    Learn more about SuperView >

    Time Lapse videos made easy.

    Love the Time Lapse videos you’ve seen on the GoPro Channel? Now you can easily create one yourself—without spending hours in the editing room. In Time Lapse Video mode,1 the camera captures a Time Lapse video automatically. It’s a great way to showcase a sunrise, road trip or family gathering as a short, shareable video.

    Auto Low Light mode.

    Let the camera do the thinking for you. Auto Low Light mode intelligently changes frame rates based on lighting conditions for optimal low-light performance, enabling you to move between bright and dark environments without having to adjust your camera settings.

    QuikCapture convenience.

    Be ready to capture the moment at a moment’s notice with new QuikCapture mode. It turns your GoPro into a one-button camera, allowing you to power on and start recording automatically with the press of a single button. Press once to record video, press and hold for two seconds to capture Time Lapse photos. Never worry again about missing an epic shot.

    Professional audio performance.

    Featuring a powerful new audio system, HERO4 Black captures clean, high-fidelity sound. Its cutting-edge microphone delivers nearly 2x the dynamic range, while a best-in-class audio algorithm ensures your recordings sound smoother and more natural than ever.2 Plus, with its new, integrated ADC (analog-to-digital converter), HERO4 Black is compatible with a wider variety of professional low-sensitivity external mics4 for immersive stereo audio capture and enhanced performance, whether recording voices, an acoustic jam session or a live show. 

    See compatible external mics >

    Protune™, now for photo + video.

    Protune unlocks the camera’s full potential, delivering minimally compressed, cinema-caliber video optimized for professional productions, and advanced manual controls for photos and video. Flex your creativity with customizable settings for Color, ISO Limit, White Balance, Sharpness and Exposure—and enjoy the greatest degree of manual control available in a GoPro camera.

    Improved camera control.

    HERO4 Black features a new dedicated button that allows you to quickly access and adjust camera settings. Simplified menus make navigating settings more intuitive than ever.2

    GoPro App + GoPro Studio.

    Expand your GoPro experience with the free GoPro App and GoPro Studio software. The GoPro App allows you to control your camera remotely using your phone or tablet, view and share your content and watch “best of” videos on the GoPro Channel. Use GoPro Studio to create your own engaging GoPro-style videos to share with the world. 

    Get started >

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    Specs

    Model # CHDHX-401

    Weight

    Camera: 3.1oz (89g)

    Camera with housing: 5.4oz (152g)


    Video Mode


    Video Resolutions

    Video Resolution Frames Per Second (fps) NTSC/PAL Field of View (FOV) Screen Resolution
    4K 30, 25, 24 Ultra Wide 3840x2160
    4K SuperView 24 Ultra Wide 3840x2160
    2.7K 601, 50, 48, 30, 25, 24 Ultra Wide, Medium 2704x1520
    2.7K SuperView 30, 25 Ultra Wide 2704x1520
    2.7K 4:3 30, 25 Ultra Wide 2704x2028
    1440p 80, 60, 50, 48, 30, 25, 24 Ultra Wide 1920x1440
    1080p 120, 90, 60, 50, 48, 30, 25, 24 Ultra Wide, Medium, Narrow2 1920x1080
    1080p SuperView 80, 60, 50, 48, 30, 25, 24 Ultra Wide 1920x1080
    960p 120, 60, 50 Ultra Wide 1280x960
    720p 2401, 120, 60, 50, 30 , 25 Ultra Wide, Medium, Narrow3 1280x720
    720p SuperView 120, 60, 50 Ultra Wide 1280x720
    WVGA 240 Ultra Wide 848x480

    Video Format

    H.264 codec, .mp4 file format


    Time Lapse Video1

    Automatically creates video from frames captured at set intervals. Available only in 4K and 2.7K 4:3 resolutions.

    Time Lapse Video Intervals

    0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30 and 60 seconds


    Video + Photo

    Record video and capture Time Lapse photos at the same time. Available intervals are 5, 10, 30 and 60 seconds.

    Video Resolution Video Frames per Second (fps) Video FOV
    1440p 25, 24 Ultra Wide
    1080p 30, 25, 24 Ultra Wide, Medium, Narrow
    720p 60, 50, 30, 25 Ultra Wide, Medium, Narrow4

    Looping

    Record a continuous video loop that overwrites itself until you press the shutter button to stop it and save.


    Advanced Video Capture Settings

    SuperView™

    SuperView video mode captures the world's most immersive wide-angle perspective. It allows you to capture more of yourself and your surroundings in the shot, and it provides full widescreen playback.

    SuperView Settings
    SuperView Mode Video Resolution
    4K SuperView 3840 x 2160
    2.7K SuperView 2704 x 1520
    1080p SuperView 1920 x 1080
    720p SuperView 1280 x 720
    Auto Low Light

    Auto Low Light mode automatically adjusts frame rates according to lighting conditions for enhanced low-light performance. Frame rates are adjusted in medium- and low-light conditions. Playback occurs at the selected resolution and frame rate.


    Photo Mode


    Photo Resolutions

    Resolution Field of View (FOV) Screen Resolution
    12MP (Default) Wide 4000 x 3000
    7MP Wide, Medium 3000 x 2250
    5MP Medium 2560 x 1920

    Continuous Photo (up to 30 seconds)

    Hold down the shutter button to continuously capture a series of photos until shutter button is released.

    Continuous Interval

    3 photos/1 second (Default)

    5 photos/1 second

    10 photos/1 second


    Night Photo

    Capture a single photo with a customizable exposure time of up to 30 seconds.

    Shutter

    Applies only to Night Photo and Night Lapse and determines the amount of time that the shutter is open.

    Shutter Setting Description
    Auto (Default) Up to 2 seconds
    Fixed 2, 5, 10, 15, 20 or 30 seconds

    Multi-Shot Mode


    Photo Resolutions

    Resolution Field of View (FOV) Screen Resolution
    12MP (Default) Wide 4000 x 3000
    7MP Wide, Medium 3000 x 2250
    5MP Medium 2560 x 1920

    Burst

    Capture up to 30 photos per second.


    Burst Rate

    30 photos/1 second (Default), 30 photos/2 seconds, 30 photos/3 seconds, 30 photos/6 seconds1

    10 photos/1 second, 10 photos/2 seconds, 10 photos/3 seconds

    5 photos/1 second

    3 photos/1 second


    Time Lapse

    Automatically capture a series of photos at timed intervals.

    Time Lapse Photo Intervals

    0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30 and 60 seconds


    Night Lapse

    Capture a series of photos at specific intervals and exposure times.

    Night Lapse Photo Intervals

    15, 20, 30 and 60 seconds

    2, 5, 30 and 60 minutes

    Shutter

    Applies only to Night Photo and Night Lapse and determines the amount of time that the shutter is open.

    Shutter Setting Description
    Auto (Default) Up to 2 seconds
    Fixed 2, 5, 10, 15, 20 or 30 seconds

    Advanced Video and Photo Capture Settings

    Protune™

    Protune unlocks the camera's full potential, delivering minimally compressed, cinema-caliber video optimized for professional productions, and advanced manual controls for photos and video. Flex your creativity with customizable settings for Color, ISO Limit, White Balance, Sharpness and Exposure—and enjoy the greatest degree of manual control available in a GoPro camera.

    • Captures images with less compression, giving content creators higher quality for professional productions.
    • Protune enables manual control of White BalanceColorISO LimitSharpness, Shutter and Exposure Value Compensation for advanced control and customization of your videos and photos.
    • Protune is available for all video and photo resolutions.
    Protune Settings

    White Balance

    Adjusts the overall color tone of videos and photos.

    White Balance Setting Recommended Lighting Conditions
    Auto (Default) Automatically adjusts the color tone based on the environmental conditions
    3000K Warm light (incandescent or sunrise/sunset lighting)
    5500K Slightly cool light (cool fluorescent, average daylight)
    6500K Cool light (overcast conditions)
    Native Industry standardized optimized color

    Color

    Allows you to adjust the color profile of your video footage or photos.

    Color Setting Resulting Color Profile
    GoPro Color (Default) GoPro color-corrected profile (same great color as when Protune is turned off)
    Flat Flat, neutral color profile that can be color-corrected to better match footage captured with other equipment, offering more flexibility in post-production

    ISO Limit

    Adjusts the camera's sensitivity in low-light environments, and creates a balance between brightness and resulting image noise. Image noise refers to the degree of graininess in the image.

    Protune for Video ISO Limit
    Setting Resulting Video Quality
    6400 Brighter video in low light, increased image noise
    1600 (Default1) Moderately bright video in low light, moderate image noise
    400 Darker video in low light, reduced image noise
    Protune for Photo ISO Limit
    Setting Resulting Photo Quality
    800 (Default) Darker photo in very low light, increased image noise
    400 Darker photo in low light, moderate image noise
    200 Bright photo in indoor lighting, marginal image noise
    100 Bright photo in outdoor daylight, minimal image noise

    Sharpness

    Controls the sharpness of your video footage or photos.

    Sharpness Setting Resulting Quality
    High (Default) Ultra sharp video or photo
    Medium Moderately sharp video or photo
    Low Softer video or photo that allows for more flexibility in post-production


    Exposure Value Compensation (EV COMP)

    Affects the brightness of your video. Adjusting this setting can improve image quality when shooting in environments with contrasting lighting conditions.

    EV COMP Settings
    -2.0
    -1.5
    -1.0
    -0.5
    0 (Default)
    +0.5
    +1.0
    +1.5
    +2.0
    Spot Meter

    Spot Meter is ideal for filming within a dark space with the camera pointed towards a brighter setting (such as filming the outdoors from within a car).

    QuikCapture

    With the press of a button, the camera automatically turns on and begins recording video or capturing Time Lapse photos.


    Image Quality + Optics

    • Ultra sharp image quality with all-glass lens
    • Ultra wide-angle field of view with reduced distortion

    Battery + Charging

    • Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
    • Rated at 1160mAH, 3.8V, 4.4Wh
    Battery Life

    The chart below indicates the approximate continuous recording time (hr:min) you can expect when shooting in various video modes using a fully charged battery.5

      With Wi-Fi Off With Wi-Fi On + Using Wi-Fi Remote With Wi-Fi On + Using GoPro App With Wi-Fi Off + Using Battery BacPac™ With Wi-Fi Off + Using LCD Touch BacPac™
    Video Mode Estimated Time Estimated Time Estimated Time Estimated Time Estimated Time
    4K 30fps 1:05 0:55 0:50 2:00 0:50
    2.7K 48fps 1:05 1:00 0:55 2:10 0:55
    2.7K 30fps (4:3) 1:10 1:05 0:55 2:15 0:55
    1080p 120fps 1:10 1:05 1:00 2:20 0:55
    1080p 60fps 1:20 1:15 1:10 2:30 1:10
    1080p 30fps SuperView 1:30 1:20 1:15 2:45 1:15
    720p 120 fps 1:50 1:40 1:30 3:00 1:20

    Audio

    • Format: 48kHz sampling rate, AAC compression
    • Advanced AGC (automatic gain control) with multi-band compressor
    • Internal Microphone:
      • Mono
      • Approximately 2x greater dynamic range (compared to the HERO3+ Black Edition)
    • External Microphone:
      • Stereo supported with 3.5mm microphone adapter (sold separately)
      • High quality ADC (analog to digital converter) to support studio quality external microphones (compared to HERO4 Silver). See list of supported microphones.

    Ports

    Mini USB
    • Charging
    • Connecting to a computer for playback/file transfer/charging
    • Supports 3.5mm stereo microphone via optional adapter (sold separately)
    • Supports playback to composite TV via optional cable (sold separately)
    Micro HDMI
    • Supports playback to HDTV via optional cable (sold separately)
    • HDMI playback is certified up to 1080p
    microSD
    • Memory card

    Storage

    • microSD memory card with a Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required. See list of recommended microSD cards
    • Up to 64GB capacity supported
    • Record times vary with resolutions and frame rates

    Photo + Video Playback

    HDTV

    Micro HDMI to HDMI cabel required (sold seperately)

    Note: HDMI playback depends on the resolution of the device and is certified up to 1080p.

    TV

    Mini USB to composite cable required (sold separately)

    Direct playback may be available using the microSD card and a USB card reader (sold separately). See list of 4k TVs that support SD card playback.

    LCD Touch BacPac™ (sold separately)

    Attach to your camera for preview and play back of videos and photos.

    GoPro App

    Use your phone or tablet to preview and play back videos and photos.

    Computer

    Connect via mini USB to USB cable (included), or copy files from the microSD card to your computer.

    Minimum system requirements for best playback on Mac® and Windows® computers
    • Mac OS® X 10.8 and later / Microsoft Windows 7, 8.x
    • Intel® Core 2 Duo™ or Intel® Dual Core™
    • 4GB RAM
    • Mac: Graphics card shipped with Intel® Dual Core Macs or better / Windows: Graphics card that supports OpenGL1.2 or later
    • 5400 RPM internal hard drive (7200 RPM drive or SSD recommended)
    • See minimum system requirements for 4k editing and playback here

    1May require a camera software update. Learn more.

    21080p120 and 1080p90 are available in Ultra Wide and Narrow FOVs only.

    3720p240 is available in Narrow FOV only.

    4Ultra Wide is not available for 60 fps.

    5Actual performance may vary based on settings, environmental conditions and other factors. Maximum battery capacity will normally decrease with time and use.

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    What’s Included

    • HERO4 Black Camera
    • Standard Housing 131’(40m)
    • Skeleton Backdoor
    • Rechargeable Battery
    • Curved Adhesive Mount
    • Flat Adhesive Mount
    • Quick Release Buckles
    • 3-Way Pivot Arm (Mounting Hardware)
    • USB Cable

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