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Family/ travel |
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Water activities |
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Underwater activities |
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Cycling, mountain biking |
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Hiking |
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Skiing, snowboarding (non-POV*) |
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Skiing, snowboarding (POV*) |
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Surfing |
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Motorcycle, motocross |
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Car mounted |
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*Point-of-view (POV) shots are those taken from your point of view. Non-POV shots are those taken from a different perspective (like when your GoPro is mounted on a ski pole or surfboard).
Here are some of the best modes and settings for capturing your favorite activities. Try them out, then experiment to find what works best for you.
FOV = Field of View setting
Activities
Family / Travel
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
Water Activities
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
Underwater Activities
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
Cycling, Mountain Biking
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
Hiking
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
Skiing, Snowboarding (non-POV)
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
Skiing, Snowboarding (POV)
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
Surfing
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
Motorcycle, motocross
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
Car mounted
Video Settings:
Photo Settings:
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Capture Mode | When to Use | Examples |
TimeWarp Video |
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Burst |
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Time Lapse Photo |
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Other Capture Modes
TimeWarp Video
When to Use:
Examples:
Burst
When to Use:
Examples:
Time Lapse Photo
When to Use:
Examples:
QuikCapture lets you power up your camera and get the shot with the press of a button.
Recording Video
QuikCapture lets you power up your camera and start recording video with the press of a button.
Capturing Video
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Capturing Time Lapse Photos
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Partial List of Voice Commands
GoPro take a photo
GoPro start recording
GoPro stop recording
GoPro shoot burst
GoPro start time lapse
GoPro stop time lapse
Partial List of Voice Commands
GoPro start recording
GoPro stop recording
GoPro take a photo
GoPro shoot burst
GoPro start time lapse
GoPro stop time lapse
Turn On Your GoPro With Your Voice
You can power on your camera using a voice command. When you turn on Wake on Voice, your GoPro will listen for voice commands for 8 hours.
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Use mounts to capture creative perspectives and a variety of shots.
3-Way
Be ready for anything with this grip, extension arm and tripod in one.
The Handler (Floating Hand Grip)
Made for shots both in and out of the water.
Chesty (Performance Chest Mount)
The comfortable, lightweight design makes it easy capture immersive hands-free footage.
El Grande (38in Extension Pole)
Extends from 15in (38cm) to 39in (97cm) to help capture amazing new perspectives.
Curved + Flat Adhesive Mounts
Included with your GoPro. Use them on helmets, skateboards and more.
Handlebar/ Seatpost/ Pole Mount
Easily mount your GoPro to handlebars, seatposts, ski poles and more.
Use mounts to capture creative perspectives and a variety of shots.
3-Way
Be ready for anything with this grip, extension arm and tripod in one.
The Handler
This floating hand grip was made for shots both in and out of the water.
Chesty (Performance Chest Mount)
The comfortable, lightweight design makes it easy to capture immersive hands-free footage.
Curved + Flat Adhesive Mounts
Included with your GoPro. Use them on helmets, skateboards and more.
El Grande (38in Extension Pole)
Extends from 15in (38cm) to 38in (97cm) to help capture amazing new perspectives.
Handlebar / Searpost / Pole Mount
Easily mount your GoPro to handlebars, seatposts, ski poles and more.
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Short Clips
Capture short video clips that are quick and easy to save on your phone and share on social media.
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Touch Zoom
Use Touch Zoom to get a closer view of the action.
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Photo Timer
Use the Timer to set up a selfie, group shot and more.
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SuperPhoto
Automatically uses advanced image processing to give you the most brilliant photos possible in any lighting.
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To get the best performance from your GoPro, always use the latest software.
Option 1
Connect to the GoPro app.
If an update is available, you’ll be automatically notified.
Option 2
Connect to Quik for desktop.
If an update is available, you’ll be automatically notified.
Option 3
Visit gopro.com/update and download the software
directly to your microSD™ card.
To get the best performance from your GoPro, always use the latest software.
Option 1
Connect to the GoPro app.
If an update is available, you’ll be automatically notified.
Option 2
Connect to Quik for desktop.
If an update is available, you’ll be automatically notified.
Option 3
Visit gopro.com/update and download the software directly to your microSD™ card.
• Be sure the doors are closed before using your GoPro around water, dirt, or sand.
• After every use in salt water, rinse your GoPro with fresh water and dry it with a soft cloth.
• To clean the lens and lens cover, wipe them with a soft, lint-free cloth.
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