GoPro HERO 9 vs 8 vs 7!

[@mchase4]

Bookmarking this channel for all future reviews. Informative, honest, concise.

[@AuthenTech]

Welcome aboard!

[@ryanmartin7033]

I've been following him for a long time....already told him I know Huntsville like the back of my hand from all of his videos and I've never even been there. He is by far the most organized and thorough person when it comes to tech reviews and comparisons. And yes his honesty is his best quality. If something isn't good he'll let you know.

[@profesor_leon]

definitely, me too

[@reuben911]

@@AuthenTech does the hero7 have the latest firmware?

[@EnriqueValienteEMPrankz]

Kepping my 7

[@mousepotatop9767]

So glad for this comparison. I have used the 6,7,8, and 9. Always upgrading, but not to the 10 because of the overheating. The 7 and 9 have the best video quality. The 6 doesn't have 4k stabilization. The 7 was the first to have time warp. The 8 was horribly oversharpened. Nobody mentions the size: the 6 and 7 were tiny compared to the 8 and 9. The 8 didn't have replaceable lens cover. My favorites are the 7 and 9. In fact, I'm going to get another 7 because it has the slim case that the 9 doesn't have. It fits better in my pocket and is lighter. The 7 just seems smoother and less distracting.

[@aymen3962]

Thanks for helping me decide bro

[@tomekzyber3105]

7! This is it.

[@efratagung2440]

This video made me realize that GoPro is the “FIFA” of action cam industry.

[@supermanmini4850]

Me watching 4k and 5k video in 720p and trying to spot a difference 🙃😅🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@drizzyk6633]

Wow I’m also an idiot

[@sk8progression978]

Oh god I was watching in 480p lol

[@jlr1670]

😂me too lol

[@eyu3pknl146]

You destroy the marketing illusion of all enterprises

[@scrappyofficials4134]

144p 😂

[@chogardjr.]

Looks like I'll keep my 7 Black another year. Thanks for the great comparison as always!

[@AuthenTech]

Glad to help!

[@tsunami6253]

I feel the same way. I do like the 9's feature of horizon lock and being able to change the lens, but not enough to warrant the cost of buying another GoPro at this time.

[@petersmulders8058]

@@tsunami6253 Let me guess hero 8

[@tsunami6253]

@@petersmulders8058 actually I have the 7 Black.

[@dikshamasurkar1223]

@@petersmulders8058 what is the review of go pro 8?

[@TheOffroader7458]

I've still got my seven, and after seeing this video is more than good enough for my needs

[@louielooyi]

1,2,3,4,5,6 < 7 ≃ 8, 9

[@dlarica3310]

Yeah, my too

[@AlysiaTribeca]

I would love to see a comparison of the 9 and the first gopro. That would blow my mind with the improvements

[@TVNetworld]

check some comparison about hero9 and insta 360 one R 1Inch Sensor its interesting too

[@Jer_eth_yew]

Ya the first one would be better. Hahah jkjk

[@chclony]

Hero 8 is a clear winner in this comparison. Thanks!

[@jamess5883]

What about the battery life 75minutes vs. 104 minutes?

[@Skafiskafnjak51]

I am buying 8

[@alec4069]

@@jamess5883 you can switch batteries and go pro hero 9 batteries are bigger so more expensive

[@darkspeed62]

Was gonna say the same thing.

[@darkspeed62]

@@jamess5883 75 minutes is a very long time to be recording any video footage. I think you'll find that for most cases that will be more than enough, plus there are spares lol

[@youpitralala927]

The rigor and objective comparisons make your reviews and side-to-sude tests the most reliable to me. Great job, as usual!

[@Jeff_in_Florida]

The delayed touch screen issue in the 9 was a deal breaker for me. I'm new to GoPro and video tech in general but I have decided to load my boat with hero 7s . One chesty and two mounted on boat one front one rear. The 7 seems to have every quality as the others and more solid. Less price was a small bonus Thanks for your videos.

[@geetarthneo]

The 7 produces some pleasant colours.

[@EdgieMan]

Touch screen responsiveness was the last nail in the coffin for 9. Thanks for the review.

[@kaylaappel1501]

This is the best review video I’ve ever watched. Ever.

[@TroveLessTraveled_]

I'm impressed with the detail in editing. I'm thinking this probably took you upwards of 15-20 hours to get everything just right. Well done.

[@noldy06]

I'm glad I still have my Gopro7. Best review ever!

[@SignOfTheTimes008]

I can't wait to try it for snorkeling. I imagine you're having fun with it!

[@noldy06]

@@SignOfTheTimes008 the best

[@AlexRYT]

Bought the GoPro Hero 8 last year, it was my first gopro ever, it seems like I'll be keeping it for at least 3 more years

[@darkspeed62]

I used to own the GP Hero 3+ BE back in 2015. Beyond the image stabilization and also the sound, it really doesn't look like GoPro have really done a huge amount to improve the cameras since then. I mean, sure, you get the touchscreen and you don't need the additional waterproof housing then you did on the 3, but I mean what really matters with any camera is the footage!

[@ugglebo1198]

@@darkspeed62 honestly..I dont get that at all. I had the 3 and the 8 is a HUGE upgrade. And the stabilization is better than let's say, a crane 2 gimbal. Much better.

[@darkspeed62]

@@ugglebo1198 I was specifically referring to image quality, and I did say besides the image stabilization. It's a video-first camera which the reviewer does acknowledge, so isn't really ideal for photos. If you compared the footage or the photos from one to the other, I don't think you would find much of an upgrade, which for 6 years of R&D is pretty poor.

[@ugglebo1198]

@@darkspeed62 I agree, the photos arent impressive at all on the 8. And only wide? Just weird. But yeah...its really just meant for video like you say, and in that sense its a huge upgrade.

[@mutiarashafiyyahshiddiqah2900]

Are u still usinh it after 3 years?

[@Jrirbeosirbroendbtir]

Love the side by side comparisons. I have the Hero 7 and I think it's good enough for me for a while.

[@badGamr]

Great video! There is actually a marked improvement in the 4K between the 7/8 and the 9. The best place to look for the differences is in fine detail in the far background. Notice how the detail and definition is greatly improved with the 9 on trees and shrubs in the background. Up close they will all tend to look pretty similar.

[@mitriada]

The king of action cameras gets better. I have the hero 8 and I’m so pleased :)))))

[@dmop4]

just talked me out of upgrading my 7 to a 9, thanks for the informative review!

[@HouseAndLotFinderph]

me too hahaha

[@SURF4LIFE84]

7Black is still a killer,remember its an action cam not cinematic rig! Great video, thanks!

[@Sarah-qi5kw]

Omg I thought I was the only one to experience a laggy touchscreen! Thanks for the detailed comparison.

[@AuthenTech]

Thankfully we're not alone :)

[@amsterdamn9236]

Did you experience screen freeze after i using 5k?

[@Azxhell]

I like how to got straight to the action. No long introductions.

[@carlhargrove3833]

I was considering the jump from 7 to 9 but after this excellent review, I’ll wait for you to review the 10 then decide. Thanks again.

[@WINTERACTIVITY]

Thanks for the touchscreen, it was a nightmare to use!

[@glaviationcph]

Skitzo

[@pontypete7357]

Do you mean the touchscreen on 8 and 7 is akward to use?

[@lauralyn8785]

@@pontypete7357 No the Hero 9 Touchscreen is a nightmare. It doesn't respond or is very slow to compared to the earlier versions

[@julian_l_arogant9109]

ils sont là les skieurs français 😉

[@ginoariel8697]

They haven’t fixed this in a software update ?

[@WhereTheLocalsRoam]

I've been shooting everything on an iPhone 13 Pro but have been looking into getting a GoPro. I was so sure I was gonna go for a 9, but after your incredibly thorough review, I might be looking at that 8 instead 👀Thank you for taking the time to do such an in-depth review of these!

[@bruin4937]

Ben, awesome! This is THE comparison that GP users have been waiting for. I'm just keeping my Hero 7 Black, thank you very much. It does what I need, and some of what I don't (firmware can be sketchy at times). The next "upgrade"? Maybe a DJI Osmo Action 2 if/when that comes out, and what you find in a review of that unit, Ben.

[@user-uq9jo2sv4w]

Eight seems the most suitable for filming my cats. Thank you for your detailed review. It helped me a lot in my decision.

[@hugomendes3205]

Really interesting to see our the GoPro is evolving their product, but as many of other comments I read here, GP7 is more than enough for me.

[@artistjoh]

This points out that the 7 was a big leap over its predecessors, the 8 offered very little improvement, and the 9 is a step backwards except for the horizon levelling and front screen. The best value remains the Hero 7. And because of the laggy touch control, the 7 is the most enjoyable to use.

[@user-nw7kf6nl2y]

I wanted to get the 9 for my birthday but seeing the 8 looks way better and it’s way cheaper. 👍 thanks for the video really important to watch on which GoPro you should get

[@justsmileover10for10]

love this video. Keep up the great work. Looking forward to reviews for the GoPro Max compared to 8 and 9. Stay Blessed up!

[@seattleitefpv]

The lacking touch screen responsiveness was eye opening for me -- thank you. That is an aspect of the Hero 9 that I would absolutely hate, so I guess I will go for the Hero 8 instead (currently hanging onto a damaged but still kinda working Hero 7 and looking to upgrade). Also, the outdoor color tone on the Hero 7 was honestly much better than either 8 or 9. Kind of disappointing that they're cranking up the saturation with each version to the point where everything looks cartoonish.

[@hockinghillsalive3624]

I've had a GP7 Black for nearly 2 years, completely untouched and still in the original packaging LOL. I came here to check out the picture quality, as this was a gift an I didn't do the market research myself. Thanks for the helpful comparison!

[@timothyharris1125]

Bought the 8 two weeks before the nine came out, now im glad that I got it beforehand since the 9 looks like its underperforming.

[@analyssaeclevia]

I have the 5 right now and probably going to get the 8! Thanks for this video.

[@jonpats5480]

I just bought GoPro yesterday.. I really took a hard time to choose between 8 & 9.. But at the end, I chose Go Pro 8 because it's cheaper and have offer bundle of grip,arm,tripod. hehehe.. Now, i am more happier and not regret chosing 8 bcoz of your video.. I am new to this Go Pro and I thinl 8 is OK.. what you think?

[@r12rtpilot]

I've never owned a Go Pro, but in the market. Thanks to your review, I think I am going with a renewed Hero 8 from Amazon. Footage looks fantastic and image stabilization is great-important to me as I am shooting from a motorcycle! Thanks so much!

[@RITechNews]

Best review on Gopro on youtube, I subscribed. And ty for the time and effort for making this. I think ill go for the Gopro 7.

[@shadowst0rm977]

I just got a Hero 8, thanks to your comparison video. Thank you! Liked and subbed!

[@TaylorPhase]

i like the not so perfectly smooth hypersmooth for the 7. i snowboard and it works great. gets rid of the jitters from old versions but still allows movement so the viewer can get some sense of a '' POV''. sure 3.0 works great for landscape shots and so on, but a gimble perfectly smooth locked settings when doing extreme sports POV kind of takes away that whole adrenaline feeling

[@jave8462]

I’ve just got a brand new GoPro 8 black as a gift! Thank you for your helpful video!

[@rotu41]

Good review. I've had my gp 9 for 2 days now and right off the bat i was disappointed in how inconsistent the response from the touch screen is. Low light performance still seems miles away. Audio isn't too bad. The stabilisation however is very good! Be aware though the gp 9 doesn't seem to work with the smart remote at this time. My thoughts are that more pixels wasn't the way to go. Bigger pixels for better low light performance and reduction in noise would have been welcome. Could a better processor have achieved greater improvements? Nonetheless I can see how they needed more battery capacity so the size upgrade is understandable. I'm hoping that they improve the gp 9 through future updates.

[@makatron]

Yeah that's why the Sony a7s3 has only 12 mp to keep the photosites larger for that insane dynamic range.

[@stevencarrier5060]

I’m coming from the hero 5. And honestly, the touch screen is driving me crazy!! Haha. I’m interested in updates as well.

[@Banner16]

i just got a hero 9 and the touchscreen is fine.

[@SaulRuthMacedo]

Thanks for the video man, i was having struggle for choosing. Glad i saw your videos. I think the 3 are almost the same but the screen of 9 lack some speed and user experience. So i will stay with the 7 for convenience.

[@r0bv123]

Hmm similar review experiences from what I've been watching/reading from others on the new 9. Think I'll hold off until the issues are resolved with new firmware or maybe even just wait for the next iteration as I'm on the 7 & 8 still. Thanks for the reviews and honest feedback!

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks!

[@TheBruceVideos]

I found the touch screen worked better when not on the tripod for some reason. Once you tighten the bolt down to your mount the touch screen was really bad. Owned mine for a week then took it back. Also ran very hot. Run it as a webcam for an hour and see how hot it gets. My phone and Hero 9 Wifi don't get along either. Had to get my wife's phone to upgrade the firmware. Slow mo Video locked up without knowing until I took it off my helmet. Very sad I had to return it but for almost $500 I need to trust it. Hope to see a new Osmo 2 soon. Great video keep up the great work !!!

[@theelectronomer2319]

I think we've all been waiting for this. But what we're truly waiting for is the **new** DJI Osmo Action... how that would _really_ start boiling up the competition!

[@cupofjotv8195]

Bought the hero 8 about 10 months ago, used it for a month long trip. Loved it and invested into many batteries so I don’t think I’ll be doing the hero 9. Maybe the 10 or 11 if go pro survives the recession. Hero 8 does more than enough, and I already am used to not having a front screen and don’t need better stabilisation. So to me it doesn’t offer anything worth spending money on(like less glitchness, way better quality of video, and most importantly better sound) Thanks for the review.

[@rjbunloeuth]

Thank you for this great video! I’m upgrading from a 3+ to an 8. Although I like that horizon stability, I’ll wait for more improvements!

[@Thatkaguruguy]

This helped me decide that I will go for Hero 8 Black, Thank you

[@AdventureTomek]

Just purchased a 7 black, mainly because the of the camera. Thanks for posting the video nice compassion of all 3.

[@ivirGQ]

Are you satisfied with your 7? No regrets? I am choosing between all 3 currently and I feel like the only reason I want the 9 is because of the front camera which isn’t a good enough reason for me

[@abeedhal6519]

@@ivirGQ lol back camera you mean

[@ivirGQ]

@@abeedhal6519 haha yep

[@jimbob119874]

This is how a comparison review should be done!

[@Curtis-Randall]

yes thank you!! I was about to upgrade but honestly the 7 looks so good that I will wait another year

[@ThomasBrandoGreenman]

As a semi-pro video/photo guy but a complete newb to GoPro - this video is a great place for folks like me!

[@AJsVIEW]

Considering the Covid situation, I'll stick to my GoPro 3 lol

[@bazik.m33]

Me: Droping gorpo from 30 meters Go Pro 3+: IDGAF PS: She survived pretty well :3

[@user-hs2hd7wp9g]

I still have my Hero 3 as well, honestly it didn't age that bad

[@bazik.m33]

@@user-hs2hd7wp9g l just bought the 8 🤣... The difference is mind blowing 😨

[@donutninja13]

I have a GoPro 2. It doesn’t every connect to the app anymore hahaha

[@FishingWithIbarra]

Im still using my gopro 4 silver, but im not sure if I want to replace it yet..

[@evsyukovmaxim]

Great satisfying comparison, thank you, it really helped me to choose a suitable camera!

[@charliebullet8839]

This review was just what I needed! Keeping my 7 Black, and might spend my money on the Max as a complement this year instead. Thx! 🙏

[@HouseAndLotFinderph]

me too! ill keep my 7!!!

[@FishingWithMichaelTruong]

Excellent video and comparisons details are all on point. Thanks mate!

[@jenthehermit72]

Got an Hero 8 for Christmas, haven't tried it yet, but looking forward to it.

[@dbfairgroundfilms8195]

So I’ve compared the 8, which I have, to the 9 and 10, and to be honest, I think I’ll stick with the 8 for now. Great reviews by the way 😎👍🏻

[@warhero2468]

you also got to remember the 7 and 8 have had a lot more time for things to be fixed through software updates

[@sborrink]

It's definitely going to be 9 for me. The best mount for my walks is a head mount, but because of the difference in my ears, my videos always come out crooked. Horizon leveling fixes that problem

[@Ro6entX]

Great review and comparison so right on. No doubt all three are decent but like others, I will stick with my 7 black since it suits my needs just fine 👍🏻

[@nickkeirn4638]

Didnt see the intro where you had all 3 connected at first and was like “how did this man replicate his EXACT movements 3 times” 😲😂

[@HarryHoward]

Looks like i'm buying the 7! Brilliant review. Thankyou.

[@ivirGQ]

What’s your update? Have you purchased?

[@vaseemthakur3423]

I own hero 7 black and i dnt see any drastic difference in the image n video quality frm hero 9 black. Some added features n improved stabilization doesn't really require to upgrade. Great video as usual. Thnx.

[@plema79]

Hey Ben. At 2:52 or so. The Max Video modes are not meant to be used without the Max Lens Mod obviously. So the performance you're showing in the side by side isn't what you'd get from using the Max Lens Mod with that mode. Wanted to make that clear for your viewers. Thanks.

[@AuthenTech]

That's what I say at 3:29 - thanks for clarifying

[@Cute-p4i]

Thanks for the Review and The Recommendation You've Saved my money I will probably be going with Pro 8 Black

[@SidsTips]

Thanks for the helpful video. Think I will hang onto my 7 for now.

[@MrSachback]

Very happy with the review and the honest prespective, Subscribed and liked =)

[@AuthenTech]

Much appreciated!

[@bragee]

Basically the Hero8 seems to be the best overall, the Hero7 represents the best quality/price compromise and the Hero9 needs a remarkable firmware upgrade in order to justify the bigger size and the higher price. Front panel is just a gimmick in my opinion and the boost crop is real in your footage.

[@garyarcher4933]

GREAT comparison of the three latest models. I came in on H8 Black with no buyer's remorse. Plenty to learn though!

[@MTBMOR]

I have the 8, but it has taken a beating. I am really considering the GoPro 9 for my MTB channel.

[@theislandbros2909]

All I use is the 8 for my channel things so sick. I seen how the 9 is isn’t really much better lol

[@M-Con]

This is how you do reviews, very nice presentation mate

[@-SUNSHINE-192]

Fantastic unbiased review. I think if gp9 reliably implemented all its new features it would be a bigger step up from 7,8 but as is looks like 8 is the sweet spot. I would imagine the gp9 will improve with firmware updates unless it’s hardware issues.

[@unok4525]

Awesome review! I was on my way to get the Hero 9 but now I’m just going to grab the 8 since it’s clearly the best option for quality shots and touchscreen. I guess that’s why they are the same price at my local electronics store...

[@2ultimatesiblings326]

YES! THIS IS AWESOME!!! IVE BEEN WAITING AND I FINALLY, AWESOME. MY FAVORITE KZbinR EVER!!!

[@AuthenTech]

Wow, thanks!

[@2ultimatesiblings326]

@@AuthenTech WOW! I CANT BELIEVE YOU SAW MY COMMENT!

[@2ultimatesiblings326]

@@AuthenTech can you shout me out in your next video. I know it’s a big ask but I hope you get this

[@phieuxudua]

Helle you Im Vietnam

[@unnatgavit6512]

Wow what a review. Most awaited video A video i have been waiting for. Thanks buddy. 👍

[@WilliamKerala]

I am not buying 9 or even 10. GP7 is fine for me.

[@navalakshman5970]

Me too 7 is good enough for me , these 9 features are going to come in iPhones soon

[@muen1842]

With a karma grip, you get amazing quality with top notch stabe too. No reason to upgrade honestly

[@Fazil_az]

Bro, ippol GoPro hero 7 vangiyal labham aano

[@av98]

@@Fazil_az yes

[@av98]

@sharon in 8 lens is not replaceable. So even if something happens to lens you got to replace the whole. In 7 and 9 lens is replaceable.

[@rajlovinglife]

Hope next year GoPro equips itself with a new set of processors ASAP seeing the laginess on the GoPro screen is what GoPro must improve upon..... nice work...

[@AuthenTech]

I hope so too!

[@ivanwest3227]

Good comparison 👍🏼... Chillin wit my 7 Silver for the foreseeable future 🤣🤣🤣

[@adsmel5881]

Good review 😀 I think we will get another hero 8 over the 9 that slow touch screen speed will drive us crazy no other review have said anything about that thanks for being honest.

[@BorisRainesh]

so, bottom line: HERO8 still the best? (btw, bought it just 20 min ago)))

[@connerhockey2540]

Nice bro

[@GeoMTB]

you made a good choise, the hero 8 has a good price-quality

[@connerhockey2540]

@@GeoMTB absolutely right

[@mrpinkey2437]

just bought it just 20 min ago - 250 bucks yeah baby

[@BorisRainesh]

@@mrpinkey2437 wow, that's really good!

[@daynevickers1079]

Great comparison! Your testing methodology is outstanding.

[@BalkanBiker]

I wanna see motorcycle crashes with Hero 9 horizon leveling. That would make for some abstract video.

[@dirtrider88]

or in board car crashes. think rally cars that tend to flip over

[@bones0070]

Out of the lot, Hero 7 or Hero 8 is the best choice. Got it. Buying the Hero 8 now. Thank you sooo much for this video.

[@wingrovedl]

Other then the "Horizon Lock" on the 9. I'm not seeing a big difference. But then again I'm not a big camera bug either. I'll keep my 7 Black. Thank You.

[@phieuxudua]

Helllo you

[@jodylowe8476]

This comparison is amazing and exactly what i needed. Thanks,

[@AuthenTech]

You're welcome!

[@다다-g3i]

very exact comparison with detailed keypoint

[@RameshM-tl9tq]

Those details and honesty in ur reviews - Kudos! U just got 1 more sub from India ❤️

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks for the sub!

[@Hairmeout403]

How many went from 7 to 9 missing out the 8 lol.... As for gopro I am also sticking with the gp7 👍👍

[@theislandbros2909]

The 8 is where it’s at that’s all I use on my channel! Haha

[@captainandrewcrabtree]

Great vid... still rocking a gopro hero 5 black. Would like to pick up a 7 black as it uses the same cases etc... the audio in the 9 was pretty impressive though.

[@treinenhd]

Thank you for this video! Thought the 9 was going to be a lot better. But only in the GoPro add video :p. I am sticking with my hero 8 for a while :)

[@Crustenscharbap]

I have to say that the Hero 7 Black has a reduced stabilisation at 4k. Switch it to 2,7K and its fine. You see that starting at minute 2:35. Great that you'll show that. For 90% of users 2,7K still looks great.

[@tonysimon8060]

Oh wow!! I was literally one click away from purchasing the hero 9 black and this video just saved me a lot of money, I will be keeping my hero 7 black (dusk white edition) for at least one more year since the "upgrades" are at best negligible in my opinion, and the fact that you cannot use the same batteries just made it a deal breaker now. Thanks for the help!

[@AsperGaming_]

Video helped me so much as I am looking at getting my very first go pro I think I am going to choose the 8 😀

[@ruthun]

I need Osmo Action 2. Bring it.

[@itsrawwwwwyoudonkey5850]

any idea when they come out :))

[@TheDawnandGregShow]

Great video!! This information was very helpful. As we are new to travel vlogging and looking for a new camera we have have decided to save money and go with the 7. It definitely appears be sufficient enough for our needs. Thank you 🙏🏻 Have a great day

[@nutella571]

Got ya, staying with my GP8.

[@VibrantZindagi]

Great video. You've really put in a lot of effort in bringing out the differences in features. 🙏