What is TimeWarp?

TimeWarp is HyperSmooth applied to Time Lapse Video. It allows you to capture a stabilized Time Lapse Video while you move about a scene. This compares to a standard Time Lapse where you have to compile all the photos from Time Lapse Photo into a video.

How does TimeWarp work?

The camera analyzes the scene to apply HyperSmooth based off of your selected speed/camera detected movement (depending on camera model), processes the footage in the camera, and produces a TimeWarp video. As TimeWarp has evolved, improvements have been made with newer camera models. Check out the information below to see how TimeWarp works on your camera:

Camera Models:

• HERO11 Black
• HERO11 Black Mini
• HERO10 Black
• HERO9 Black
• HERO8 Black
• HERO7 Black
• MAX

HERO11/10/9 Black:

HERO11/10/9 Black has auto capture rate, 2x Slo-Mo, and audio recording during Reel Speed. The video below shows the features of TimeWarp in action.

Highlights of this video include:

• What is TimeWarp?
• Toggling Speed Ramp
• How to use Half Speed

To set the default Speed Ramp option to Real Speed (1x) or Half Speed (2x)

1. From the idle screen, swipe left to right until you reach the [Time Lapse] shooting mode.
2. Press the [Preset] icon.
3. Touch the  [Pencil] icon to the right of TimeWarp.
4. Select [Speed Ramp].
5. Choose either [Real Speed] or [Half Speed]. Half Speed is only available during 1440p and 1080p TimeWarp recordings.

  

To choose to how the Mode Button works during TimeWarp recording:

1. From the idle screen, swipe left to right until you reach the [Time Lapse] shooting mode.
2. Press the [Preset] icon.
3. Touch the  [Pencil] icon to the right of TimeWarp.
4. Scroll to the very bottom of the TimeWarp Preset and select the [Mode Button] option.

5. Choose how you want the [Mode Button] to function. While recording a TimeWarp video (in 1440/1080p), you have the option to change between [Real Speed] and [Half Speed] with the button on the bottom-right of the rear LCD. 

HERO11 Black Mini:

Follow these steps to select TimeWarp and change TimeWarp settings in camera:

1. Press the [Status Pair Button] one time to see [Settings].
2. Press the [Shutter Button] one time select [Settings].
3. Press the [Status/Pair Button] until you see [TimeWarp].
4. Press the [Shutter Button] to move to the next setting.
5. Press the [Status/Pair Button] to cycle through the different options for that setting.
6. Press the [Shutter Button] to move to the next setting.
7. Repeat until you have all settings changed and are back to the [Capture Mode] screen.

Follow these steps to select TimeWarp and change TimeWarp settings in Quik:

1. Pair your camera to Quik.
2. Tap the [Capture Mode] at the bottom.

4. Tap [TimeWarp] and the camera will change to TimeWarp Capture Mode.

5. To change TimeWarp settings, tap the [Capture Mode] then tap the [Pencil Icon].

6. Make any changes and then tap the [X] to return to the [Capture Mode].

HERO8 Black:

Video Speed

Resolution and Digital Lens Options

When recording, you can tap the [Real Time] icon and it will start recording 30fps video. The [Real Time] icon will turn blue. To stop Real Time, tap the blue [Real Time] icon and the camera will go back to TimeWarp. No audio will be recorded during Real Time.

HERO7 Black:

The resulting TimeWarp video is based off the interval that you select.

Resolution/Aspect Ratios available with TimeWarp (select ratio in top right corner and resolutions will be made available): 

TimeWarp Video Speed Information

• How much stabilization is needed?
• How long will you be engaged in the activity?
• How long do you want the video to be?
• 10x is the default setting as it will provide the best results for a broader set of use cases

Recommendations

PRO TIPS:

• For the best results, try speeds 10x and up when shooting footage that may get bumpy.
• Higher speed will often provide better stabilization as there are more frames for TimeWarp to choose from
• Zooming in can help with stabilization

MAX:

When shooting in 360, you will need to pick a recording speed. Below are some examples of settings you might want to use:

MAX TimeWarp Capture Type, Resolution and Digital Lens Options: