3 Problems with GoPro Hero 8 Black | Watch this Before You Buy/Upgrade!

[@matthiasmuller5173]

Your GoPro seems to be broken. My legs are absolute solid no movement when fixed.

[@ramakrishnarocks]

Yes even my GoPro 8 legs are solid..!!

[@theDeitz]

To me it appeared that he didn't tighten the screw. I have the 8 and if you don't tighten the screw it will be loose.

[@JustinDaniels]

My GoPro Hero 8's legs are solid when the screw is tightened.

[@lamefart]

He doesn't tighten his GoPros. See how his Hero 7 mount moved when he inserted his cam? He said he's been using GoPros but doesn't know how to tighten em up! That's laughable actually... 🤣😂

[@KevGoesRiding]

Yep definitely same here. totally no give at all once it's tightened down

[@Pete_NineSix]

Absolutely no movement with my Hero 8. It sits tight as hell in its mount. Tighten the screw properly might be a solution?

[@JustinDaniels]

Same here.

[@MrTylar27]

Agreed he didn’t tighten it enough

[@jjhellis100]

Mine is as solid as a rock on the provided go pro mount.

[@ChazTyldsley]

Same here. Wobbles if you don't tighten it properly. When tightened there's basically no movement.

[@BRo-qx4xm]

Same here

[@WillyFoxx]

Hey! the battery message, means that you can use the old battery in the Hero 8, but some features won't accept it, like the 240 fps + hypersmooth, and 4k 60 fps hypersmooth...the rest is fine :) that's because the hero 8 battery has the same size, same power but different technology that gives more power with the same mAh. I hope this helps (i don't know if you speak spanish but in my channel i talk about it) cheers!

[@iqbalvlog]

Thanks bro.. For clarification the battery problem..

[@WillyFoxx]

IQBAL VLOG you’re welcome!!!

[@cjanevinzx7396]

Bro I'm using SAMSUNG a50 and I cannot control my gopro 8 from the gopro apps

[@JbTanVlogs]

so the 1080p with hypersmooth 2.0 is that working also if i use gopro hero 7 battery? or its fine? thank you for the answer...

[@FishingwithJhoe]

Perfect!

[@savagespeed4104]

Someone should show him how to use his GoPro

[@Copper29]

Buddy Chubb and he is doing a review. Like he could learn to use it a bit before writing a review. He didn’t even know that much because he just got it.

[@johanohly]

Buddy Chubb yeah 😂

[@dominiccolafranceschi2799]

Buddy Chubb yesssss

[@finleybakerwhite3953]

Shut up buddy chubb aha

[@finleybakerwhite3953]

Buddy Chubb your gopro footage literally looks like you taped a shitty android to your helmet stfu aha also why did tou sub to me

[@daxfinch3126]

He literally didn’t tighten the screw all the way in “aLoT Of gIvE”.

[@LJ_AF]

Mine is as tight as you can get it and you can still feel it "wiggling" ever so slightly. That sucks.

[@daxfinch3126]

Charlie Bravo some of the new gopros are like that mine are perfectly fine so as people are saying you might have a defective product

[@grahammandylinn9838]

Agree with you Dax. He did not tighten the screw. He just finger tighten the screw until it bit. Put no strengh into it at all. Mine wobbles unless you tighten it.

[@CharlesSmith-io9fp]

@@grahammandylinn9838 I just got my GoPro 8 two days ago. When I opened the box, the camera was very stable on the bracket, and I needed a nut wrench to even move the screw, it was that tight. His is loose alright.

[@yafilmDOTcom]

@@LJ_AF I would put two thick layers of tape or fat rubber on each side to prevent the "wiggling".

[@wildofsorts1398]

yours is broken or you just did it on purpose. i just bought mine and it's super sturdy there is no give at all ....

[@Illustrious83]

Mine definitely DOES have give. It's 4 days old.

[@xlitee22]

Mine dont have too, 3 days old.

[@dretomanthecoolest7972]

Me to

[@nodaysoff2005]

Broken as hell. I have had mines a month and that is not an issue. He needs to tighten the base

[@akramobak7018]

He just wants to give bad feedback about gopro 8. Nothing else. Gopro 8 is better than 7. Stupid video.

[@gabberdim]

This guy convinced me! Now i will definitely buy a GoPro 8!!!

[@favianrojas5763]

Ok😐

[@tennismaster6640]

Why???? I dont know whcih to buy

[@favianrojas5763]

@@tennismaster6640 just buy the gopro hero 7 black

[@tennismaster6640]

Favian Corona I allrrady bought hero 8 😏😉😉😃

[@bobochamutum4702]

Haha me too bro

[@silversurfergamer]

Apparently the new non-removable lens cover is to do with fogging problems on the 7 in certain situations, which now doesn't happen on the 8

[@adrianvorkaaa3534]

Yorkshireborn dji solved that with water sealing

[@HR-wd6cw]

Not to mention you can now buy the roll cage which has a replaceable lens cover. Still not as good as the waterproof housing in previous models but I'd rather have a better sealed lens so it doesn't fog up and use the roll cage. Too bad the Hero 9 (which I'm not going to buy) has a removable lens.

[@dopeytripod]

CAMERA BUTTER sells HERO 8 REPLACEMENT LENS

[@WhatItDoTwinsies]

1:30 Have you tried tightening the screw onto the mount? I do and it doesn't move at all. Look up how to use a GoPro Hero 8 before you use it.

[@JohnRocker340]

Just tighten the screw, C'Mon! Hit the don't show me this message again and you won't see it anymore,lol.

[@johnwilson6340]

x2 took the words right out of my mouth...don't know what OP had on his mind but this vid shows little comment sense...sad

[@ed68cougnut]

I'm glad I purchased my 1st GoPro, which was the Hero8 before seeing this video & being steered away by these "problems" which are not problems at all. I love it.

[@orhanyor]

1.i tested my gopro hero 8 and it just doesnt move like yours. theres something definitely wrong with yours 2.if you search in google you can easily find that battery notice is about for some new hypersmooth modes like boost mode for example. thats it. 3.i agree it should have been removable. i just bought a silicone case and tempered glass protector for front lens hoping it will protect it.

[@orhanyor]

@Night Solid well nothing is perfect but at its current state its the best action camera i tested. take it or leave it your choice.

[@BradThePitts]

Yes, something is not right. Once snugged up, my 8 is solid on the GoPro mounts, and also the mounts from the Chinese bundle pack.

[@seanp1129]

The lens is fixed to prevent fogging like the 7 had issues with.. People use these in extreme conditions throughout various climates and temp ranges.. Your phone has a fixed screen and camera lens.. it’s no different.

[@orhanyor]

@@seanp1129 yea i think its allright. i will slap some glass protector to the front lens and back lcd and done.

[@MotoRapid]

@Orhan Yoruk where did you bought your hero 8 tempered glass? TIA.

[@JustinDaniels]

I totally agree about the lens cover not being removable, however, with my Hero 8, the flip down legs seem fairly steady, when I tighten the mounting screw enough. And, it is nice to not have to take the Hero 8 out of the mount to change the battery.

[@dopeytripod]

CAMERA BUTTER sells HERO 8 REPLACEMENT LENS

[@TheGomezIndustries]

Why not use the protective case for the Hero 8 to make a more rigid mount? I see the built in mount as an added feature for convenience and not a step in the wrong direction.

[@elliebirdy6141]

Is that possible? If it is I will definitely be doing that!

[@Yman83464z]

I discovered this when I had my Gopro on a Hat mount, and reached up to start a video: it moved! So I checked, and I could feel it move. But I did something very simple - I tightened everything very tight, and its rock solid now.

[@lamour1005]

Hi how are you that’s why I purchase my Go Pro 7 Hero Black. Instead of the go pro 8. With the 7 I have better more advantage if I need to replace the lens cover I can plus other things. Don’t waste your money on the go pro 8 features between the 7 are pretty much identical when it comes to recording there’s no difference. It feels more sturdy on the tripod. Way better than the go pro 8.

[@TonyFisherPuzzles]

Utter garbage. Your comparison about the battery was nonsense. Having to use the correct battery is NOT a problem.

[@vikombucha]

I disagree with you. Camera gear should use the same battery as much as possible from model to model anyways.

[@LS-jk3fk]

very awesome got the package ehich had hero 8 , 2 batteries and 1 64 gb sd card for 360 on amazon. never owned a GoPro before and plan to film some experiences at my local amusement park, but is there a continuous safe battery alternative, or even compatibility with some of the slightly older GoPros in terms of batteries that can last a while? or is the only way swapping batteries and bringing the charger?

[@wjohnson100]

I use the protective casing for mine for diving. I tried the retractable legs to mount it and mine doesn't wobble like yours. Not sure why.

[@PedroFandango]

he hasn't tightened it up, only did it finger tight

[@KyleDeVilliers]

Get the roll cage or the tempered glass protector to help the lens stay protected. They wont degrade the image. Also, gopro 8 batteries have a higher discharge rate than the previous ones. This is to provide the camera with enough power for the high frame/bit rates. Old batteries do work but not in all modes

[@xnabr7603]

Doesnt the gopro 8 keep the recording steady? Like when running, so this “shaking” wouldn’t matter right?

[@Warrior2044]

Right that’s why they added stabilization. Maybe he didn’t tighten the thumbscrew.

[@heythereguysitsMetro]

I had the same problem. I put the gopro on to the standard mount and after a few minutes of breathing the camera fell off. I eventually fixed it by fastening the screw that it came with and it appears to be fixed. Really wish this thing came with some instructions!

[@MrSkymod]

Didn't it cross your mind when you noticed that the "feet" were loose to try tightening the screws? And with the new hyper smooth 2.0 and the new technology in the GoPro 8, that it wasn't necessary to upgrade the battery?

[@mikechonburi7976]

Good review. Did you have a problem with the Gopro 8 draining the battery even when the camera is off? How long can it continuously shoot video for in 1080P?

[@emiliopacheco860]

He talks about having a protected lens and how filmmakers don’t use protection over their lenses. Really seems like he’s trying to make a cinematic film with an “action camera” lmao

[@TheSevenboy127]

This guys a clown 🤡 an idiot,most likely a lil kid at mind

[@littlereaper8006]

@@TheSevenboy127 fr u think his a kid 💀💀💀💀💀

[@nickchristofora3417]

at this point in time have they worked out all of the firmware issues with the 7? I dont like those things about the 8 as well and I would rather buy a 7 but it had sooo many firmware issues and stuff. Have they fixed it by now

[@walkingmanvideo9455]

1.90 firmware on 7 corrected it yesterday

[@nickchristofora3417]

@@walkingmanvideo9455 epic, looks like im going with a 7

[@petearmstrong2778]

As someone evaluating GoPro Hero 8 it has been interesting viewing the various video/stories about these issues 1) 'legs' - some H8's have no movement whilst others do - sounds like a production issue. Some reviewers love the legs as it removes use of cage 2) battery message - GP could have explained it clearer, in fact, it is still not clear exactly what it means. Rumour is Boost is impacted but no one has proved this yet. Some reviewers say they have noticed no impact even incl Boost. 3) non-replaceable lens is a weakness most agree especially if doing real action stuff There also seems to be microSD card issues (linked incorrectly to battery % low?) and firmware updates that kills the H8 instead of fixing it (hassle to update from scratch) Comparison tests of GPH7 v GPH8 v OsmoAction doing same tasks with similar best settings end up using the similar (+/-2%) battery power over the test

[@EpicSafar]

What mic you use for recording your videos?

[@TheOrlandoWizard]

I understand the issue with the bracket and it seems to have a lot of movement, BUT, you will see nothing in the movement with the new stabilizer! Also, tighten it just a little more, at the wobble goes a way if it bothers you.

[@richardm1015]

Great video. Just wondering does the GoPro 8 fit inside the 7 mount/ case?

[@aljafari2364]

Obviously, u didn't tighten the screw, I just tested mine with different mount and the one on ur video and when it's tight there is no give. But I agree with you about lens cover.

[@irvingpeterpaul]

same here it has no play

[@BoutenkoFilms]

I assure you, screws where tightened as tight as I could get them with my fingers.

[@georgebedford]

BoutenkoFilms well you’re weak

[@JustinDaniels]

Maybe he has a defective GoPro Hero 8.

[@ungeekenmunich]

Mine does not move. However, I've notice that it moves as in the video when using a third party connector.

[@thecreekcrawler]

I just got an 8 and I am running into recording issues underwater. The video seems to record but the image is still and you can here audio..pretty frustrating. Especially right out of the box!

[@bitmaster2000]

Maybe you used a cheap non-original mount that had a too thin blade between the thingies?

[@Slayblaze]

Sorry to hear about the movement and give in your folding mount arms - mine are rock solid and don't move like that at all, they couldn't be tighter. I totally understand why you'd be less than pleased with that. Oh, and GoPro wants you to use the new batteries, I have no problem with that whatsoever, they say they are improved over the older ones and I believe them. Aaaand I just got some screen and lens protectors that seem super-clear ... well they ARE super clear you can't even tell any difference besides the lens not scratching if you drop it. So in those regards I'm not finding any issues so far with the Hero8, I'm not trying to change any minds but rather just speaking out as someone not experiencing these same problems.

[@JustinDaniels]

Like you, I don't have the issue with the mounting arms, and I'm not using it for action videos that much, so I'm not worrying about the lens protector at this time. I use it mainly as a vlogging camera, and can't wait for the accessories to be released.

[@artloftmallorca3958]

As I understood, the hero8 has no changable lenscover for two reasons: 1. GoPro 8 is waterproof until 5m so a changeable lens could be a point where water could enter the camera 2. they compensated it by using thicker and more solid glass in the 8 - so it is not as fragile as the glass from the previous models. Greets

[@VeniVidiAjax]

Bullshit. The 7 is also waterproof till 10 or 5 meters.

[@mariolaporte3429]

@@VeniVidiAjax gopro.com/en/us/shop/mounts-accessories/rollcage/AJFRC-001.html Now stop complaining about no removeable lens options. I think it's cause you can't afford one which is why you're so fcking salty.

[@SummitMTB]

If anyone's wondering about the battery, the hero 8 battery has a higher discharge rate so as to support the hypersmooth calculations. The other batteries have a lower discharge rate so don't power hypersmooth as well. That's why the message is there. If you're worried about pop-up mount bits getting wobbly, you can just buy a skeleton cage for the GoPro so you don't have to take the camera out all the time, cuz you can access all the buttons through it.

[@llnighthawk3363]

When he said that about apple I was dying 😂😂

[@EluderRacing]

just wondering will a hero 8 fit into the mounting case that the 5,6,7 use? they look to be the same size?

[@DrRodox.]

Him: "im not even an extreme athlete". 02:02 : I guess you're an pro athlete at these movement. 😏

[@tsadkiel2008]

OR a MASTER-BATE'R! OHHHHHHHHHHHHHH; yeah I went there. LOL

[@DrRodox.]

@@tsadkiel2008 😂😂😂

[@rawsteaksauce]

LMAO!!!

[@adude8671]

1.tighten the screw 2.gust press don't show again 3.you got a GOPRO get a case and if your case backs get a new one. And gust get ues to it

[@notsnho]

Every time I buy something I get these types of videos after, like KZbin couldn’t recommend me this before I spent 400 bucks?

[@victoria653]

You can shake the camera around a ton and the audio stabilisation keeps it from moving. Also if you tighten up the screw a little bit it won't wobble around on you. the only thing they got wrong with this camera was the fact that the lens is not changeable

[@JesusChrist_IsTruth-LoveForALL]

And no 3.5mm jack ,🙄

[@dougmorato]

I agree 100% here. Not only that, but the case actually becomes a great protection for the camera. The worst part is not be able to change the lense. That’s so ridiculous. Remember, the 8 uses exactly the same processor and sensor as the 7. Nothing new, all software improvements. This year is a NO for the GoPro Hero 8 Black.

[@JustinDaniels]

Although many of these "new" features could just have been a firmware upgrade for the Hero 7, there are at least new things as follows: -front-facing mic for better audio -ability to change battery without unmounting I totally agree about the lens not being changeable.

[@dopeytripod]

CAMERA BUTTER sells HERO 8 REPLACEMENT LENS

[@TROPANGBISIKLETA]

This Personal Rant is comedic. I don't experience any flaws on the Hero 8. Tighten the screw mount put some manly effort dude.

[@GeekAndSon]

Dude. I was just about to buy one, but couldn't figure out the case...THanks for saving me the money. I will stick with the 7

[@quad8199]

this guy falsely led you to use the 7 D; 8 is better he just doesn’t know how to even use a gopro

[@frankmoralesiii6908]

The hero 8 lens cover can be replaced but it is a pain in the back side. Need a heat gun and pry tool. Battery - I use external Anker batteries. I put the camera into an ulanzi case whose door keeps batter inside and has a port for an external battery hookup. I did have some major issues with Hero 8 today - 1) it crased, 2) it froze, 3) it would not turn on, 4) some videos had no sound, 5) it would not turn off after freezing had to remove battery.

[@nateolmsted22]

Your idea of "ripping them a new one" sounds an awful lot like whining lol these are pretty minor gripes

[@choosetruth_ROG]

I just can't believe how some people don't understand basic things like maybe your foldable mount has a defect and even if it does it won't be a problem because the hero 8 is known for its hyper smooth 2.0 stabilization?!(I don't know anyone who actually likes the frame you had to put on the hero 7 for it to mount this is a huge upgrade) When he shows that a notification pops up when he puts the older battery saying the go pro isn't able to perform at peak performance it's very simple to understand:Older Battery=not peak performance,Updated Battery=peak performance, and if he really doesn't like how the notification pops up he can just select for it not to show up again. Even though it is true that the lens aren't removable they're 2x stronger so that shouldn't be a problem for most situations. I have a hero 8 and I guarantee that it won't let you down, in my opinion it's the best action camera that has come out so far:)

[@balkangetaway]

I keep seeing about movement in the legs and my 8 has no movements at all. Not even a little. My one problem with this camera is the lens. The rest is absolutely awesome.

[@BoutenkoFilms]

Interesting. Perhaps some batches are more wiggly than others?

[@donesy125]

sponge bob just got mine today I hope mine doesn’t have the legs issue!

[@TMAdventuresT7]

Like a loyal dog I purchased my 3rd GoPro that being the 8 ! I was hoping all the freezing and overheating issues were resolved, I experienced all these issues in the 6 & 7 and waited until numerous reviews were up on KZbin prior to buying. Fuck 😡

[@sonOsamp]

Removing the lens cover causes condensation so they sealed it.

[@iftibashir]

I do not have the give when mounting my hero8. Mine mounted quite solid. Try tightening the screws that hold the mounts to the camera. The new batteries have a higher discharge rate, which the camera needs with certain features that require more power, such as Hypersmooth Boost. Hence you get he warning with older batteries with lower discharge rates. Older batteries will therefore still work, but you won’t have access to some newer features.

[@farmeracob9561]

*gets camera 2 days ago* *makes review*

[@Channelofdk]

Is the 8 really waterproof out the box w no case? Maybe I’m old school but electronics and water don’t mix.

[@lrmwharf864]

Badly researched video - lol at battery commentary

[@CharlieTheAstronaut]

no research whatsoever....

[@fero420]

1. But you didn't tighten the screw. 2.Just informationally announces but works. 3.Buy protective glass, which I also have on Gopro 7. No problem

[@devindee6767]

Comeon did u expect them to use the same batteries forever with their cameras getting better and more powerful every year...? Be realistic here man 👍🏽

[@vikombucha]

Canon does... Eco-frendly way of thinking. You can very often fin a way to have more power in a battery too.

[@TheTryzna]

Late to the party, but main difference between 7 and 8 were the batteries, other are mainly software tweaks that are possible by new batteries giving more juice to the camera cpu to process things like hypersmooth boost, hypersmooth at all frame rates, etc. Thats why camera notifies you you are not going to get all the features when using last gen. battery pack, as they just dont give enough Amps.

[@Copper29]

For Problem Number One: You haven’t tightened the thumb screw properly. Mine has no give. For problem number Two: Tye new battery has a slightly different wattage or voltage so hyper smooth 2.0 works better. Problem Three: Its there to secure dust and water out of the GoPro better. Otherwise you get dust on the lens and that ruins it. Just use a screen protecter or case to prevent damage. Don’t know what there is to complain about...

[@Dtileandremodeling]

I have a 3+ black.I use a external mic and battery.Is it worth upgrade to a 7 or 8?

[@stylishink]

1:47. “It’s jerking & twerking.” 😂🤣 I’m dying Bro.🤣😂

[@unityelite2892]

😂

I worked on a few videos with GoPro, I dont like how they act about any crticism, but I still love the camera. You should definetelly return yours because mine doesnt wobble at all, it is sturdy and it just works in a mount as usual. About screen protector, yes it is harder to change it, you have to swap whole front side, but consider GoPro beeing sturdier I dont take it as a problem. How many times do you need to swap that thing? 2-3 times in a life of a casual GoPro? I would rather do that the harder way (let someone repair/swap it) than having my GoPro less sturdy than it is right now in eight gen.

[@Timi7007]

They probably didn't care about the lens cover as they're trying to sell GoPro+, which includes replacing the GoPro when damaged.

[@singletrackscott1053]

Can't use an external mic other than when sitting at a table because, in order to access the external mic port, you have to remove the door that holds the battery in. So if your GoPro8 is attached to your motocross helmet and you want to use an external mic, the battery will unquestionably fall out. Good thing I still have my GoPro7 which works fine.

[@Ian-Earle]

Single Track Scott 7 slaps the 8 I love my 7 I won’t upgrade till something that’s actually worth my money

[@FreerideQuebec]

-1 Your mount is broken -2 The Hypersmooth 2.0 might have problems with older batteries but never heard someone that did

[@DigiDriftZone]

I just got my GoPro8, been playing with it for a while, charged the battery, unplugged it, and left it on the table for an hour. Now just picked it up and noticed it was really warm, tried to turn it on, nothing... took the battery out and put it back in, it turned on and showed 12% battery, what the hell?

[@rexluminus9867]

You can install some rubber washers that'll eliminate that loose mounting.Easy not a problem don't worry.

[@rexluminus9867]

The 7 has a lens cover which can also degrade the videos!!??? No peoblem with 8's lens protector. May be he switched to an other brand!???Lol.

[@cavanhoward479]

I literally just bought a 8 today and there's zero wobble in the feet

[@DoctorRickSanchez]

Umm you got an 8 when the 9 and 10 is out? Just wondering why you choose an 8 the 9/10 has hypersmooth 3.0 and 4.0

[@edensparrow]

Stabilization can hardly get better than the 8 except than the horizon leveling

[@cavanhoward479]

@@DoctorRickSanchez 9 and 10 have front screens and a few extra features that weren't worth it for me 8 has everything I need

[@cavanhoward479]

@@edensparrow even if it is that much better I don't need anymore stabilization besides most of the time boost is too much but yeah I agree with you

[@tajjson]

I agree on all your points. The non replaceable screen is a dealbreaker for me.

[@mikeonabike8997]

Apparently the GP8 glass is twice as tough and also nearly twice as thick, so the risk of breaking or scratching is much reduced, I have seen plenty of reports of "fogging" on the GP7

[@theironkiwi2948]

I already bought a hero 8 but it does suck that the lens isn't replaceable because for example, most of my videos include welding. The spatter gets on the lens and melts it, and I wont be able to replace it, so gonna have to be real careful.

[@christopherdunlap88]

They sell screen covers, just like for cell phones, that adhere directly to the glass lens.

[@bstevens7647]

Who doesn't but their gopro from amazon and get the very reasonable protection plan THAT COVERS THE LENS and everything else that might happen to it.

[@gtamediaproductions1]

I have this version of gopro and the legs are not flimsy at all! What are you doing wrong?

[@digitaldazzle5836]

This guy has got to be kidding me right? This isn’t real. This is just a joke right?

[@powerpointgamer]

I see that you like the battery cover but on my first outing with the GoPro 8 I opened it to change a battery on a moving funfair-type train and it flipped off completely and fell through a gap in the floor. Its fitting is far too flimsy for my liking.

[@Damae138]

3 days and already having so many issues with this camera. Also about the batteries is explained in the manual. lol.

[@KakiGodek]

Koen van Scheepen did you test gph8 with gps and edit it with gopro quik?

[@Damae138]

@@KakiGodek my comment / response was badly worded. I currently dont own a gopro 8 (ordered it last week but hasnt arrived) my main gripe with this video is mostly the issues talked about. - battery problem: it is made clear by gopro that the battery had to be changed for hs 2.0. Older gen batteries will work but might impact hs 2.0 performance. Which could have been researched instead of being so negative about it. And even admitting he says he has no clue what it means. - the fingers are really stable on all models i tested before buying one. So i guess the one in the video is faulty. - the lens not removeable might be the only proper reason not to upgrade from this whole video. But for the rest, this video isnt helpful at all.

[@KakiGodek]

@@Damae138 I just got hero 8 2 weeks ago, and yes I agree with you. The battery with the blue strip just only can be use on GPH8 and about the fingers, so far is ok for me. Just need to tight a little bit only.

[@andrewjwagner]

I have the SAME issue with the legs!!!!! It is NOT from a loose thumb screw. How those things are attached and built are the problem. They shouldnt go past 90 degrees and they do. They are not structured enough. Maybe we got super early production ones and they have fixed these for other units?

[@casttv5404]

The sealed lens is designed to reduce fogging that often occurred in older models.

[@darthchingaso3613]

Are the new batteries improved from the old ones?

[@karljo8064]

you just need to screw tighter and it will stand still.

[@zestycomps882]

The wiggling/crooked mounting issue is REAL. No matter how tight you make it. Ive bought and had to return 3 different Hero8's and even tried a Hero9 and they all wiggle and can easily mount several degrees crooked using the crappy folding fingers, making your footage you take useless without knowing until you look back at it. Ive talked to Go pro several times about the issue and they just try to send me replacement fingers which doesn't fix the design flaw. I wanted to upgrade to the 8 for the stabilization i need. They should come out with a fixed finger mount that you can swap out so that it doesn't wiggle and mount crooked. This was a big mistake, and Im surprised I haven't heard more about it. I cant just be getting a bunch of bad ones. Even the $650 CAD GoPro MAX uses these flimsy folding fingers. And using the protective housing isn't a real option: way too bulky, lowers audio quality, and you have to take it in and out to charge or plug in.

[@harrisonc9095]

The fingers have to give a bit because if they were completely rock solid, they would snap really easily.

[@flavio_spqr]

I don't like the legs either. Not because they have a lot of give and are wobbly (they aren't, if you tight the screw well enough), but because I'm concerned they won't last as long due to being a moving part. My question to you guys is, will the GoPro 8 fit in the GoPro 7 case?

[@antongigihpriadi2042]

The only one I agree is about the lens...

[@dobiedoo8174]

I agree with you bro. But, that's the gopro's marketing. So that the GoPro hero 7 will buy the 8.

[@user-rs1990]

I've made a huge expensive mistake today. I bought the new GoPro Hero 8 Media Mod and Light Mod. However, I put the Light onto the Media Mod's top shoe facing the wrong way. It's stuck as fuck and now I can't get it off without breaking it or using tools.

[@davidanderson6837]

The non-removable lens is so you don’t get condensation stuck under it.

[@Zach_Caviness]

Sailed through the panama canal during the summer (extremely humid), snorkeled in barbados, swam in the middle of the atlantic and snowboarded in norway within a 4 month span and never had condensation in my hero 7 black. Just on the surface of the lens/camera. Not saying it doesn't happen, but it didn't happen to me and i'm pretty sure my GoPro has seen harsher weather conditions than most people.

[@ManzanoMan_Adventures]

I just bought the Hero 8 and mine doesn’t have any play like he is complaining about. If I had anything to say is this.... I am an ATV Motovlogger and my only gripe on the initial purchase would be the battery door shares the same access point to connect my mic adapter. It was the easiest fix to address. I bought a battery door that supports the Type C door latch. Other than this, great camera!

[@joshzaring]

Something I learned early on after the specs for the hero 8 were released is that if you want to upgrade your hero 7, buy a brand new hero 7 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@endurist5196]

I have a GoPro on my off-road bike, what to do if you kiss the ground an the GoPro "legs" break? With the previous ones you just need a new mount or frame.

[@mikeramsey9747]

He needs to watch some of the other Go Pro 8 videos on features and reviews.

[@boarderz8275]

I just returned a GoPro 8 black after about 5 days, had an insane amount of issues with it, constant SD card errors and then rectified itself before formatting even after the card had been formatted multiple times. Back screen constantly freezing and sometimes wouldn't even turn on at all. Then when charging would run extremely hot. Did I just get a faulty camera? I really want an action cam for surfing and snowboarding but I don't want to get screwed on a dodgy camera again that I miss filming another entire holiday because of.

[@alexscovers9078]

Totally with you💪. I don't like the hero 8.😖

[@walkingmanvideo9455]

Can you think how ruined your holiday videos would be if you scratched the hero 8 lens!!!!!! Keep the 7 , I just purchased another 7 black as the 8's lens is a problem not being able to change it.

[@7R1GG3RH4PPY]

How is the file system on 8. When recording in 4k does it automatically split large files into 4gb or 8:52 sec like it does on 5 Thanks for the updates. If the hinges not loose or broken they will be in time.

[@jakew3]

Every camera does that, it's due to file size limitation of the filesystem and has nothing to do with gopro

[@akshay.kalson]

Only negative point Is lack of removable lens cap , rest all is fine !

[@eriiis2231]

I think theres a reason for that. Dont know what the reason could be be. Mabye its to make it lighter and less bulky than the 7.

[@No.1Idiot]

So go pro can make money back that they lost. Since you would have to buy a brand new one if lenses get damaged

[@akshay.kalson]

@@eriiis2231 made the gopro lighter or not, biggest con is that you can no more attach the ND filter caps on it .

[@akshay.kalson]

@@No.1Idiot true

[@eriiis2231]

@@akshay.kalson I agree. But another possible reason could be to promote GoPro plus. If it's that then the 8 just seems like a money grab.

[@kwc7391]

Ok, so please tell me a few things. I am VERY new to wanting to record my rides. My first, is it easy to edit the film you recorded ? Is there some software you need to use to edit your rides for posting? What do you suggest in getting in the gopro camers? Is this hard understand how to set it up ? Like many sub menus,

[@rickymorenza1742]

This guy didn’t tighten something up and is just wanting to give them a bad review

[@TommieTinker]

I have been using my GoPro Hero 5 Black for several years and have been completely satisfied with it, to the extent of buying many of the peripherals, including the underwater case down to 100 meters. Guess what, the monitor quite working. All the other features work, but just can't see what's happening. GoPro Tech says there's nothing you or they can do. Great. Except, they will give me $100 of the Hero 8, $200 off the Hero 7. Perplexed as to which direction to go. Any suggestions

[@Ныряемвместе]

100500 No lens - no action Cover? No, thanks

[@walkingmanvideo9455]

Can you think how ruined your holiday videos would be if you scratched the hero 8 lens!!!!!! Keep the 7 , I just purchased another 7 black as the 8's lens is a problem not being able to change it.

[@aland1618]

The battery issue you mentioned is a feature availability issue. GoPro says that some program features may not work with a non GoPro 8 battery. And, I found that the mounting flingers don't wobble if you tighten the screw down. Don't just screw it down til it stops, firm it up a bit. I agree with the lens no being replaceable but there is a cover you can buy for it.

[@stuwest3653]

You are a complete newb. Leave the reviews to those that have a simple grasp on how to operate the camera.

[@CharlesMiner]

does it still freeze up and forces you to remove the battery like all the previous models thats one of their best feature so i hope its included

[@leerx7015]

Definitely deal breakers for me. Getting the 7. Thanks!

[@MudMonky1]

Just got another 7, not the 8....... Not happy about the non-changeable lens, that was the deal breaker for me, Have had to change out lenses on a few gopro's before now, what's gonna change with an 8?

[@momentsPY]

The whole Hero 8 is a step in the wrong direction, not just those flimsy "fingers" to mount the camera. The side door is a so dumb idea that it's hard to believe GoPro could do such a stupid thing. Try plugging a USB power source leaving the battery bay and SD card slot exposed and check for dust a ambient moisture contamintation. Will see how long your camera lasts. Besides that the unremovable lens cover is a serious drawback on an "action" camera. There a lot of videos on KZbin from guys having problems with the camera freezing and the Hypersmooth boost with lots of image noise. This camera is an absolute failure. The cappy Hero 7 was better and GoPro never fixed its issues. Why would now on the same hardware with just a very expensive firmwae update? Enough of GoPro.

[@JustinDaniels]

And they no longer include 2 adhesive mounts--only 1 also they don't give you a USB 3.1 cable, just a USB 2.0 cable for charging.