GoPro Hero 12 Black In-Depth Review + Battery / Overheating Tests!

[@GoPro]

Thanks for the in-depth look at HERO12 Black. We're stoked to see you continue to put it to the test💪

[@muhtasimferdousudoy4955]

@GoPro Can you please send me a unit so that I can review?

[@kryonick5318]

YES DO IT GOPRO THIS PERSON IS SO GOOD AT REVIWEING PLEASE PLEASE PLESE@@muhtasimferdousudoy4955

[@ChaseTheSummit]

It's been a lot of fun! Thanks @GoPro!

[@OTWW]

One of the reasons I’m moving away from GoPro cameras after owning almost every generation is the lack of N-1 software support. Imagine if Apple or Samsung were supporting their phones for just one year. GoPro is trying to make a buck by not supporting their existing products instead of meaningfully innovate on their new ones. Strategy which failed for many brands already.

[@TungstenOvergaard]

HDR + Horizon lock… for Gopro 13 by another $400?

[@FayzFishingAdventure]

Thanks for the overheating test, after 7-8-9-10-11, with a heavy heart I moved to DJI Action 4

[@SM-sj4dq]

I am confused how DJI Action 4 just dropped I saw nothing prior to it and it seems same as DJI Action 3. I have DJI Action 2 10/10 due to the form factor of it and DJI Osmo Action which was my first camera ever and has been a total 10/10 always. I was disapointed to the low light performance of these two. Maybe thanks to my usage situations. For next action camera I will definetely give a try with gopro. Overheating is also issue for me with both DJI device I run now.

[@aaronmelson2887]

I have the Action 3 and love it but I am thinking of getting the 4 for its low light performance. But I have heard some people complain about the overheating with the 4.

[@scifi_shop]

You'll be back, don't get rid of your GoPro mounts

[@RoquetteAttaquer]

@@SM-sj4dqif you came from DJI action 1 or 2 it’s worth it to upgrade to action 4

[@TheLillianYoung]

Two batteries exploded in my Hero 9. Indoors. I’ve never owned a DJI but will consider it.

[@malcolmmoore]

Thankyou for going through when HDR does and doesnt work. I was super interested in this as I often film in high contrast scenrios with low winter sun. HOWEVER, the horizon levelling for me is a must, so if the two don't work togther then it is essentially useless for me!

[@RAWFILMMKRS]

You can attach the mount to the GoPro 11 and also there are brands like ulanzi that sell mounts for GoPro that make them compatible with dji magnetic mount

[@tcredlin4795]

I pre ordered the hero 12 as a pro photographer venturing into action cams I decided that the 12 was my best option ive done heaps of research and the only other option was the dji thanks for your review it was insightful

[@octny]

do you use GPS or not in your photos?

[@tommydaynjer5334]

Thanks for all the details! I feel the real selling point for my use-case scenario is the fact they added the 8:7 aspect ratio in quite a few other settings, which is perfect because the option to change the aspect ratio from 16:9 and 9:16 later in post is the whole reason why I choose this over the others, so more than just the standard video! The GPS removal is inconvenient for international travelers. We used to just take a photo at a location with the gopro and get the gps data in a place that our phone might not be able to do that because it's in airplane mode normally. Still, I'm sure there's a workaround for that. The Hero 11 is still a great option, and if you really want that tripod mount you can just buy feet from a 3rd party manufacturer like Ulanzi that has been making them with the tripod mount for years. Again at the end of the day, the 8:7 aspect ratio is the deciding factor for me over the Osmo Action 4 - just being able to film one shot and then decide later if I want that as a normal 16:9 or share on social media as a 9:16 is SO flexible it's now a must-have after I used it with the Insta360 Go 2 all this time.

[@MangoGino]

I thought about the 8:7 post edit aspect as well so I borrowed a friends GPH11. I use it for MTB, BMX, Motorcycles and it doesn’t capture wide enough. When you crop to portrait ratio, it cuts off the handlebar grips and in landscape ratio, it cuts off the sky and you can’t see the pedals. It’s ok to film your dog running or something, but if you need max width, better to do correct mounting. My 2 cents.

[@choanlpoto]

@@MangoGinonah you don’t crop with 8:7 bruh you setup your own hyper view to squish all the data in 16:9 or 9:16 😂

[@tommydaynjer5334]

@@MangoGino so which did you wind up picking up for biking? I know the action 4 has that 155 FOV but that 10mp makes me really unsure about it. The fast mounting switch is a big selling point argument for me, as is the software reliability. I'm coming from the GP 9, which we all know is a software nightmare.

[@MangoGino]

@@tommydaynjer5334 I have GP9 as well and tbh it’s still good. I upgraded to the Action 4 because of the mounting. It’s such a breeze going from vertical to horizontal, motorcycle helmet to MTB helmet, selfie stick to chest mount etc. I don’t take photos with it so the mp count doesn’t bother me. Another reason why I bought it is It definitely does better in low light, especially riding through the city at night.

[@tommydaynjer5334]

@@MangoGino I had a GP 9 I liked but then they did a forced firmware update and it caused my rear screen to stop working. After complaining hard to them they replaced it with another GP9, but it has all the ridiculous software bugs that it isn't really usable for me now. This is why I'm hesitating on pulling the trigger beween a GP12 and an OA4. The GP12 has a ton of creative flexibility and the OA4 has speed/reliability. Hard decision for me.

[@ourladyoflourdeschurchmp8572]

Wow! I am very impressed with your review and comparisons! I had a Hero8 and just upgraded to a Hero12 Creator kit. Your comparison is very logical, scientific and highly informative. I have just subscribed to your KZbin channel and look forward to more videos! Best of luck, and thanks for all the hard work. It is definitely worth it!!!

[@StarofRedemption]

Has your GoPro had any overheating issues yet? I am thinking of getting the creator edition as well

[@bradl2636]

Basically the GP11 with a firmware upgrade and a new skin… no GPS. I don’t get what GP is up to. The DJI Action 4 is the better option it seems.

[@BrandonTalbot]

Very thorough review, thanks Man.

[@gooofy23lol94]

In-Depth indeed! This has been the most informative videos so far on the GP12 vs 11. Thanks for all of your attention to detail!

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Hope it was helpful!

[@royfigueroa9210]

Hi! Great review! Any changes or updates on the GPS capability? Telemetry overlay? Thanks

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Unfortunately, there's no GPS internally on the Hero 12 black. It was removed to save battery life as GoPro claims most people didn't use that feature!

[@SinkyYT]

I was going to buy a 12 (my first Gopro) to do nightlapse video but I don't think I'll bother since it still has overheating issues.

[@IndianaStoned]

Right that’s wild…

[@WU3Shamradio]

Whats better for a first time go pro buyer 10 11 or the 12? It’s so hard to decide between the 3! Keep in mind I’m just dipping my toes into getting an action camera

[@sohaibyounus]

Very valuable, glad you tested the video with breeze and the fact that it actually made a huge difference.

[@canyonblue737-8]

I just want to add that if you are an EXISTING (not new) GoPro *subscriber* you get a $100 off credit EVEN on the new Hero 12 when purchasing direct at GoPro. I purchased the Hero 12 for $299 which to me was a good deal.

[@BenjaminSahlstrom]

Same here!

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Great deal!

[@DavidWaldrip]

I just checked the site and as a GoPro subscriber I do not see that price. R you sure it’s $100 off?

[@MBullman08]

Same here. Make sure you’re logged into your account.

[@DavidWaldrip]

@@MBullman08 Logged in to my GoPro account. Still full price for me. Weird

[@KadianArtworks]

There is replaceable bottom part for Hero 11/12, so it can work with DJI magnets as well. "Falcam GoPro Mount To DJI Action Mount Magnetic Base" - $15,90 So it also means you also can move bottom part from 12 to 11.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Very cool! I wasn't aware of that.

[@Bellaire_Isaac]

Hero 12 all the way, as someone upgrading from the Hero 7 Black it is not a question of is it a big upgrade from last years Hero 11 it is how big of an upgrade is it from My 5 Year old camera that still runs fine, it was the GPLOG and bluetooth mics that got me on board, along with compounding features from over the years like 4k/5.3k 24fps in linear not wide, horizon levelling.

[@strongereveryday2302]

But the Bluetooth mics can't have levels set, and they sound absolutely awful. It's a gimmick and a bad one at that.

[@Bellaire_Isaac]

@@strongereveryday2302 Depending on what mics you use. It is not GoPros fault that the mics are bad but the individual mic companies. I think GoPro added this more as a future thinking addition than a right now function. I would still rather use my phone to capture audio anyway than a camera mounted mic. Granted that could be just my use of it.

[@KimberlyAmato]

Love the video. I had 2 11 blacks and they overheated (first time EVER since the hero 2). I upgraded to the 12 because of the Lens Mod. I use it with varying sports and games.

[@BrianGL9CC]

Thanks a lot for the review. I never use GPS......get the GoPro 12 for sure.

[@remyjardin8522]

20:24 -> Is this the setup used ? The Gopro 12 is in front, and hide the gopro 11 from the wind. Ths is just cheating. How much money did you received from gopro ?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Not the exact setup just an example for B-Roll. They were side by side with the wind blowing directly on them. And no, GoPro did not give me any money. Feel free to watch someone else’s videos if you don’t like how I do things but don’t accuse me of being paid off. 🙃

[@keithmeline7485]

Wait, I cant do the HDR mode with full sensor readout 8:7 at 5.3k? If I then rotated the camera to get 9:16 - I could film 5.3k 60 HDR? (with horizon leveling)

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Correct, if you use 8:7 + HDR you're locked to 4K maximum resolution. In 16:9 aspect ratio you can shoot 5.3K 30P maximum in HDR. No 60P option at that resolution.

[@keithmeline7485]

@@ChaseTheSummit thanks Chase! I’m coming from the 8… so I guess the 12 will be a big upgrade for me.. and I think I’m part of the target audience. But yeah, this really looks like a rebranded 11 unfortunately. The 12 really sounds like a sidegrade instead of an upgrade to those with the 10 and 11. Keep the testing up, looking forward to your videos!

[@ramirozambosco]

Great review man! Thanks for that. Do you know if the max lens is compatible with shooting in 8:7 ratio? I'm pretty sure it's compatible with 9:16 and 4:3

[@ChaseTheSummit]

It won't do 8:7 just 9:16, 16:9 and 4:3

[@ramirozambosco]

@@ChaseTheSummit and if I record in 4:3 with the max lens on, I should be able to reframe it then in postedit let's say to 9:16, right?

[@area28]

Very good review, thank you.

[@ThisIsJulianC]

I believe GoPro have used the overlay usage data to determine that only 1% of users were using the GPS capability. If thats true then this is a big error on GoPro's part. Many people (myself included) use the GPS for geotagging all files created by the camera. Given the benefits of Hero 12 (MLM2.0 mainly) I can live without GPS but even if 5% of consumers decide not to upgrade, or worse, reach for an Action 4, then GoPro has made a mistake. Great video 👍

[@octny]

that 1% statistic is severely flawed since they assessed how many use the Quik mobile telemetry stickers. So first GoPro killed the desktop app, so you cannot add temeletry, then they made it cumbersome on Quik mobile, so people moved to third party apps. Then GoPro noticed nobody uses Quick. why not kill Quik mobile then using this logic since 1% people use it? I still have my previous gopros the 10, 9, 7, 6....etc each used for different purposes, all having GPS! for other tasks I use my mobile phones which do have HDR and optical zoom. Way to go GoPro! Maybe you add back GPS for the next model!

[@40beyondfashion]

Great video as always awesome review 👌 regards from Cape Town, South Africa

[@FrankErazo]

Living in South Texas, overheating is a familiar issue. Whether it’s my phone, mirrorless camera, or a GoPro, it’s always going to overheat for me. To help with my phone, I got a white one - as opposed to the black one I previously owned. I would like to see GoPro make a white version of their camera to help with that part of the overheating.

[@michellegrand5337]

is it a good idea to take the batery out, plug an external baterie to film more than one hour without the risk of the camera to shut down? i will use it to film concerts mostly, places on a drum..

[@mikelafferty5253]

Im still using the 10 for my mtb vids. Biggest thing for me is changing lighting conditions in forest areas. In and out of light and dark spaces. Im waiting to see if the HDR is worth the upgrade for me. Thx for the review.

[@octny]

HDR is not standardised and they don't say you cannot use it in 4x3 or 8x7 format, just 16x9. I tested it out.

[@WhosJohn]

i wonder if there’s a way to turn the screw mount into a heat sink

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Screw a big block of aluminum there and it would probably make a subtle difference!

[@WhosJohn]

@@ChaseTheSummit that’s what i’m thinking!! like make a copper screw that just goes down into a dispersed heat block

[@stephanm.4715]

Can we get a side by side comparison with the DJI action 4? Comparing a Hero 11 and 12 is pointless

[@ChaseTheSummit]

As mentioned I don't currently have an Action 4 but I'll have lots of follow up content. Stay tuned.

[@ArmandasNemand]

I'm 14 years old and for birthday I get Gopro hero 12 black. It's amazing camera. I'm not a fan of action sports so I don't need a Gps. 5.3k 60fps is wonderfull. I can't even imagine what can be better.

[@tonybowen455]

Thanks for this! Wish I could test drive the 12 for my exact use case to tempt me to upgrade from my 9.

[@watchroamingwolf]

Hey thanks for this review!! My Hero 7 was stolen in Mexico and I wanted to order a new one. Didn’t realize GP dropped the GPS until seeing your video!! Ordered an 11 instead.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

It was added back in in the latest Hero 13 as well!

[@frankpiptypijp]

Thank you for the review. GPS is nice to have sometimes (motorbike trips), so I will keep my two gopro 11, and not upgrade to the 12. The sound of the Bluetooth AirPods sounds really bad. Also watch other reviews, same results. I hope Gopro management will actually sit down and think about the next one slightly longer. 😂

[@octny]

yeah, you're right. GPS should have been left as option to the consumer, not GoPro. Adding rarely used pro features that 1% people use, like log, when flat profile is available, why not ProRes then? the BT chip has bad results with headphones, airpods etc. the idea is nice but the sound quality is bad.

[@MDrives]

Am I correct to say that shadows in your HDR example were terrible? The pictures on the wall looked super blurry.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

You're not wrong. I think it applied some internal noise reduction there while the Hero 11 had more noise but also more detail. I'll have to play with that a bit more.

[@MDrives]

@@ChaseTheSummit I would appreciate if you could. I have 10 and 11 and was happy to see that 11 was not brightening up shadows as much as 10 which preserved a bit more detail. I ordered 12 but if it’s going to blur the shadows like this, I’m going to stick to 11. Could you compare both in SDR mode please. Thanks

[@shatnershairpiece]

I get one hour and 52 minutes recording time at 1080 P 30 frames a second and everything turned off exactly like GoPro states in their battery stats page. Tested this with two brand new batteries and it is exactly the same. This is 45 minutes less than what GoPro tells me I should get. Why? I’m getting barely 30 minutes more at 1080 than I did with a GoPro 7! Ironically, when I film in 4K at 30 frames, I get 1 hour 28 minutes, four minutes less than what GoPro says I should get. Only 20 minutes difference between 1080 and 4K? How is this even possible? Taking it back for a replacement.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Are you using the Enduro batteries? Is the camera overheating or is the battery dying?

[@shatnershairpiece]

@@ChaseTheSummitenduros. Brand new. 2 came with the GoPro. Not overheating. Ran the battery out. I did have it overheat at 4K once, but that’s because I put the GoPro on a shelf while it was recording. The next time I did it it was on a tripod and it did not overheat. I also use the lens mod 2.0 on the camera, but GoPro tells me that should not affect the battery life. I will trade it in for a new unit and hope it’s not gonna happen on the second one.

[@melvinjohnson2074]

It's the Hero 11 with a firmware update and some blue freckles thrown in for good measure.

[@TonyHobbs]

The Timecode should work with track E from Tentacle then.... Does it have gopro labs as standard if can read that info?

[@bharathrv1]

How is low light image quality compared to dji action 4? And please make a video on comparison of hero 12 and action 4

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Coming, I didn't have an Action 4 on hand for this one. Stay tuned.

[@bharathrv1]

@@ChaseTheSummit thanks! 😀

[@PeterHerget]

I need to visit the COSTCO store this weekend and after watching your fun review, well... Yes, I will consider giving this new GoPro video/camera gadget a go 😁

[@DetroitTintStudio]

That’s a bummer. I live stream working on cars. So I’m constantly walking around them but I had the 10 overheat after 30ish min. Sounds like this wouldn’t last the 4-5 hours I would stream for. Of course I’d swap batteries but the overheat is a deal breaker. That’s being said the Osmo action 4 streaming is currently broken so neither are good. Wtf

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Keep in mind these are maximum frame rates and resolutions. In 1080P / 30P mode you'll get well over 2 hours without any issues. Do you stream in 4K?

[@tonysouthern3049]

I ordered the 12 since the last camera I bought was the 8. I take my cameras out on my kayak just to film my fishing. I have the 3br power sports system so I can film all day if needed. Once in a while the cameras will thermal out but that is kind of expected since it normally 90+ degrees here in South Texas. We shall see how the 12 does

[@masleena4u]

as owner of GP11 I say that you will be totally disappointed

[@alexanderconnor]

What pole/mount do you use for running videos? Do you have a video on gopro accessories?

[@Windsurfingaddict]

I know only small amount of people use GPS but taking it away is a mistake, why not have it disabled and there for people to use if wanted, yes I know it saves battery but most will not use it, ironically DJI latest camera has added GPS so could swap some people towards DJI camera instead 🤔🤔🤔

[@ChaseTheSummit]

It's a bummer to lose a feature. From what they told me it would have driven the cost up above $399 target and might have crippled some of the other new stuff like overheating reduction. I'm hoping they can do something clever like what DJI did with their GPS remote. Maybe an accessory that you simply bring with you when you need GPS.

[@Windsurfingaddict]

@@ChaseTheSummit Well as you say, if they can use gps of say Apple Watch or similar device that uses Blue tooth to then overlay onto video as before then all will be fine, are you taking note Go Pro 🤣🤣😎😎😎

[@SingaporeUntold]

it's such a higher work load to use external gps. you need to have 2 additional hardware. an Apple Watch and a MacBook then strava to record then find the activity and export the gpx then run Garmin virb edit on the MacBook then import the GoPro footage and the gpx then data sync manually on every single clip by video footage matched to the map (PIA) then export out. with gps built in, you use iPhone or iPad download GoPro footage to iOS app add gps overlay sticker then export The difference between hours vs minutes literally in workload in addition to more hardware involved. @@Windsurfingaddict

[@ec-uploads]

How do you know "only a small amount of people" use it?

[@ec-uploads]

The consumer GPS chip in the Hero 11 has a wholesale cost of $1.30. Literally. @@ChaseTheSummit

[@rollingreclinerRecumbent]

I have the Hero 8 and this 12 version finally has something that will prompt me to switch. That is the Bluetooth audio. Now I just need to find a compatible device that has wind reduction so that I can narrate while riding. Thanks for all the detail in this video. Great job! Update: since the Insta360 Ace Pro has come out, I have lost all interest in the Hero 12.

[@IndianaStoned]

Comment back if you find one please!

[@IndianaStoned]

Found*

[@torbenschubert]

Great video. Is it still not possible to name the presets by yourselves?

[@dementeconmochila]

Great video, I don’t know yet if getting the GoPro 12 or the dji osmo 4, so if you make a comparison would be very helpful!

[@SKYLIMI]

It's supposed to be 4K, but when I watch this video recorded with GoPro, it looks terrible on LG 4k OLED 65" or is it KZbin compression? For me it's kind of bad or maybe I should only watch it on my phone because everything looks OK there.

[@ronyoung007]

Great review thank you

[@spearfishingternate]

Is the GoPro Hero 12 battery the same as the GoPro Hero 11 battery? 

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yup, same enduro battery.

[@dubob2]

During your overheating test, did you turn off GPS on the 11 during testing? It's a great ah ha! If it does better.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yes it was off

[@katzenpapa]

Should I upgrade from a hero 10?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Depends, do you want/need these new features?

[@katzenpapa]

@@ChaseTheSummitI'm just trying to figure out how to get more battery life out of my GoPro 10. With those updated batteries. Give me more video time ? I'm a pretty casual user.

[@Richardm1981]

I don’t own any action cameras. Based on this review I bought the Hero 12. Was strongly considering the Hero 10 because of its very attractive price but man, I just don’t know. Overheating is not going to be an issue with me because I’ll be using it for mounting bike riding videos. But just wanted my first action camera to be the latest and newest. Was this a good choice? Again, don’t have any GoPros. Thoughts?

[@CastleHives]

Question, when you did the battery test, did you use the enduro battery or the older blue style?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Enduro

[@CastleHives]

@@ChaseTheSummit Thank you. I have the 11 and overheating is always a concern. I film Beekeeping, so sitting in the sun is my norm. Appreciate this review. I have been going back and forth and might wait.

[@qpopejib-teamfighttacticst2643]

As a go pro 10 user, I see this as an upgrade. However if I would be on GO pro 11 I would stay with it.

[@MariusCraiova]

Hi, can you please tell me if the recorded movie is saved when the camera is closing due to overheating? Also did you tested at 4k 60 regarding the time till is closing due to overheating ?

[@Liammusicman]

Thanks Andrew!

[@cjstudios5170]

I just picked up the 12 at BB (open box BTW) yesterday. Aside from the fact that I regret decasing a 10 for FPV (there's only one case on market that doesn't cause overheating), the 12's features are worth it to me. The 11 didn't appeal to me, so I skipped it. I am not at all concerned about overheating, because I will use it as intended - short clips of maybe 2-3 minutes max. Anything longer takes too much time editing.

[@roehitkadam]

I've been following you for while now and in every video I can't stop looking a the watch strap !! I have a Garmin epix 2 as well and would love to know where you got that from ! Cool video btw.. might end upgrading from the hero 9 to the 12!

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Amazon! I think it was $10 from a brand called Ancool

[@mavicmaestroproductionsdro9520]

Haven’t mentioned that only a select very expensive earbuds not 60 pound ones are compatible

[@metromaster2010]

Great video. I am a GoPro fan so even though I have the H9, H10 and H11, I will get the H12 as well, as I can use some of the new features.

[@LuisMirandaH]

Thank you! I have a HERO 8 Black, I’m gonna get the 10

[@beerka1236]

does this camera overheat as quickly as the previous model?

[@ErnieSesameStreet]

For outdoor time-lapse under the sun 40°C, will it have overheating issue? Thank you

[@ChaseTheSummit]

In timelapse mode overheating isn't really a problem especially if there's any sort of slight breeze.

[@JustKeepWandering]

Thank you for this review :)

[@yarnykh]

Thank you for your review. I'm interested to try GP-Log LUT with GoPro 11 with GoPro Labs firmware. Where I can download the GP-Log LUT?

[@spiderwal]

I’m currently on the GoPro 10 and considering getting this new one, have they fixed the issue where if you’re panning to get a nice landscape video it would be very jerky in playback?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

It's pretty smooth in my testing!

[@TheLillianYoung]

Great overview. I have the 9, so it’s a worthwhile upgrade.

[@porterjeronimo2984]

I wish some day GoPro can record 4K,16:9 real HDR, 60 fps. I guess this gonna be a long way fron where we are now :( Ps: Greate review! Thank you Chase!

[@nightjackson92]

I've seen a lot of comments said they'll choose DJI over GoPro, especially the Action 4 over Hero12 because it's more ease of use??? Well as for me, i will grab an Action camera definitely the image quality is the highest priority to me. As i have go through a lot of comparison video between these two Action cameras, i doesn't see the Action 4 can compete to Hero 12 in image quality, not to mention when Hero12 have a more solid Stabilization with the Auto Boost on and horizon lock, most importantly, a more flexibility for post editing because the image quality was really good on Hero12 on the 1st place. i don't know but, may be that is just my one man thought.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Ease of use on the GoPro is pretty hard to beat. You simply press one button and you're off and running. I tend to lean towards the GoPro in terms of overall pleasing image quality, stabilization, and the wider field of view. The DJI Action is a great camera though!

[@czpetya]

In the overheating test, did you turn OFF the GPS on the Hero 11?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yes. In fact it's always off because I never use it lol.

[@czpetya]

@@ChaseTheSummit Well, I don't use it either. :D So then the GoPro do something else to make it consume less/last longer, they didn't just remove the GPS.

[@wilsoneashoian5789]

I never had a Gopro. Which one do you recommend? Thanks

[@ChaseTheSummit]

The default is always the newest one if you want the best. The Hero 12 right now is objectively the best GoPro available. If you’re on a budget even the Hero 10 is pretty good.

[@wilsoneashoian5789]

@@ChaseTheSummit Thanks for the recommendation. Understand nothing in life is perfect, I was concern about 12 not having GPS.

[@AC-lt5ro]

I’m a huge cyclist and the fact the Go Pro Hero 12 removed the GPS chip this years is a deal breaker. Me and other members in our cycling clubs use the gps data for training. It’s a shame because I was def looking to upgrade from the Hero 9 Black and take advantage of the Go Pro subscription deal smh.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Thanks for sharing. You don't track GPS on other devices while cycling? A Watch or Bike computer for example?

[@stefpix]

You and your friends could write to GoPro and let them know. A 10% battery increase may not be worth losing the GPS. The Hero 10 is now $249 USD, and i would think the image quality is basically the same.

[@AC-lt5ro]

@@ChaseTheSummit when paired with the Garmin Virb desktop app the go pro gps data shows a course route, and map.

[@ec-uploads]

0% battery increased compared with Hero 11 with GPS off. @@stefpix

[@stefpix]

@@ec-uploads Thank you. I watched Philip Skraba's YT comparison. He did not test the battery itself. But he shot comparison videos between H11 and H12, the 11 at the end of the test had 68% battery left, the 12 had 71% leff. which is negligible. Probably the battery he used with the 11 was not as new as the battery of his Hero 12 which he got just a few days prior. The Hero 12 now is $299, the 11 $349, the 10 $249. I have the 10 and the 11, I can not tell the image quality between the 2. I do not do vertical videos, so I do not use 8x7. Probably the Hero 10 is the best deal these days, unless someone needs bluetooth audio and timecode. The GPS is nice to have for travel. If you use it as a dashcam or film something while in a car, you can get the coordinates of some points of interest.

[@photo-markus]

Can it sync with ultrasync blue timecode?

[@danielumbal1229]

You've explained it well, thanks !! How about comparing it with the osmo action 3 & 4, considering to get go pro 11 vs action 3 or 4.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

I'll have lots of follow up content. Stay tuned!

[@adi.Conmariu]

Hello, I also bought a camera exactly like this and it doesn't work, I can't go into the settings, I also installed their app for uploading data, setting up.... yes, it doesn't and the camera doesn't work either. Could it be the fault card, not being the one recommended by them because I couldn't find it at the store? I have a SanDisk Ultra sdxc A1 of 128 gb, could this be the problem? only options for the selected language and confirmation appear on the screen and it shows that the quik app must be installed. I did this, it is associated with bluetooth, but.. that's all

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Odd, I'd either return it or reach out to GoPro customer service!

[@nirvana4698]

Can HDR footage be edited in post? Color graded?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yes but the HDR effect is pretty baked in. You’d be better off shooting log for that.

[@nicolasmartynov]

Thanks for HDR mode review!:)

[@artistunknown7887]

Hey did you test how long the battery last in Timelapse

[@ChaseTheSummit]

I actually didn't test the battery life in time lapse mode but most of GoPro's claims were pretty accurate so I would expect their claim for that to be in the ballpark as well.

[@Cameraflyer-]

You didn't even mention that live view on the app while recording is back. That's a huge deal.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

You're correct I did not. And yes, it's awesome!

[@mavicmaestroproductionsdro9520]

In uk the gopro 12 creator is 500 but the GoPro 11 Ceator is priced at 540 they are desperate to get rid of the 12

[@hayamaru9671]

what if my gopro12 heats very fast? what I mean fast is, almost 7 to 8 mins of recording, is my gopro defective? even in a low quality settings.. pls. i really need the answer, so I can return mine still in a warranty

[@ChaseTheSummit]

The camera gets warm but shouldn’t shut down in 7 or 8 minutes

[@hayamaru9671]

you mean warming for 7 to 8 mins is normal? even when charging? thankfully it doesnt shut down, but when I make the settings to 4k 120, it only takes 22 mins of recording to shut.. is it normal? sorry for the many questions, first time of owning these camera..but really appreciate you answering. thanks

[@justtito9362]

I'm not sure what I want lol but want to get one before going to Disney world with my family and use it when I go offroading right now the go pro 12 is $299 but then there's the go pro 11 bundle at Costco that comes with Shorty Hand Grip, Spare Enduro Battery (2 total), Compact Case, 64GB microSD for $239 I never had a GoPro before

[@stefpix]

Was the GPS turned off on the Hero 11 for the battery test?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yup

[@stefpix]

@@ChaseTheSummit thank you. Subscribed to your channel. I have the Hero 10 and 11. I see no image quality difference. I was hoping the 12 would have a larger sensor and better low light quality. I agree with you that the 10 is the best deal. Action 4 is tempting. But GoPro is a lot better for still photos. Burst mode allows many raw still photos in a second. 5.3K allows high res still frames from video. I had a still from the Hero 10 of a shark I came face to face printed full width page on the NY Post a few weeks ago. Had I been recording in 4K it would not have printed so nicely. So GoPro has some advantages. GPS is useful in the water, to mark a spot or measure distance from shore. The longer battery life is the only appealing part to the Hero 12.

[@cygnusx7]

The 12 was closer to the fan and also partly blocking the air flow to the 11, or at least warming up the air. That's probably not enough to explain the big difference, but a better and repeated multiple times test, preferably outside with an actual breeze, would be interesting.

[@leonfisher]

Great review! Can you use the Max Lens Mod 1 on the Hero 12?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yes, there's a setting for MLM 1 or 2

[@octny]

yes you can but it still tops at 2.k60fps. it would be nice to use the max lens mod 2.0 on older gopros like 11 and 10 with 4k60fps

[@utex05]

Didn't watch all of it. Will GoPro 10 batteries work in it?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yes

[@stefpix]

Battery life difference between Hero 11 and 12 independently from overheating? At 5.3K 60fps? Real world situation. Is it negligible? If I take many 1min to 5 min clips? I would like to see if the battery life is really there.. GoPro seems misleading comparing battery life of the Hero 12 to the Hero 11 overheating shutoff time. Apples to oranges.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

There's a slight bump in all modes in terms of battery life but it's not the 100% they claim on their advertising (that's with overheating). In most modes you'll see a 10-15% increase though.

[@stefpix]

@@ChaseTheSummit Thank you, that is a bit negligible and not a great trade off for giving up the GPS. It would be interesting to compare the Hero 10/11 and Hero 12 at 5K 60fps at lower temperature, like 15C or with a couple of fans at high settings to see the actual battery life difference, independent from overheating issues.

[@Voltis-5]

Nice! So it's an 11.5 GP basically. little bit at a time should be their motto each year 😅

[@niteblaster1]

Get a Sjcam A20 8rs 15mins life I've tested it myself Brilliant quality video Even in 720p Good image stability When connected to my bike handlebars I've had a GoPro I was not impressed at all That's why I got the A20 😀

[@EdgarSnowSki]

Would be interesting to know if maxmod2.0 compatible with v11 gopros, any ideas?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Seems like it should be but I don't know when or if GoPro will enable that in firmware. I suspect it would be locked to 2.7K like the previous version on the Hero 11 though. Just a guess!

[@bergkamp429]

Does it works with SENA (motorcycle bluetooth microphone)?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

I don't have one to test but pretty much every bluetooth earbuds and speaker I have connects without any issues so the odds are in your favor. I only had issues with my bose headphones and my rodecaster pro.

[@bergkamp429]

@@ChaseTheSummit thank you!

[@guillermon373]

Currently at Hero 6. Is it worth the jump to Hero 12?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

In my opinion yes. It would be a dramatic leap in image quality, stabilization, battery life and lots of other new features.

[@ziggyinta]

here because even on standby my gopro 12 feels like a radiator. seems its a fault needing addressing

[@stefpix]

Hero 10 at 249 is the Best Buy with GPS. Same image quality

[@SingaporeUntold]

the best thing about the GoPro 12 is the reduction cost of the better previous GoPro

[@biggooseadventures]

Really great video

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Thanks!

[@markr041]

I think your discussion of HDR and log is confused and incomplete. 1. The "HDR" mode is NOT the standard HDR of TV's. That HDR is 10bit REC2020 color gamut and a log gamma. To view that HDR you need HDR capable viewing devices. 2. The GoPro "HDR" is really WDR - it exposes highlights and shadows sequentially and differently. It is meant to be viewed on regular viewing devices, unlike what you say. The difference should be visible in standard SDR, as it actually is in your video. 3. The new log gamma can be easily used in editors because GoPro supplies a LUT for it that transforms the log gamma to the standard REC709 one for regular viewing. You failed to mention the availability of this LUT. I do not disagree that shooting log is not for everyone, but it does enable the highest quality out of the camera, maximizing dynamic range, as you do say.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Thanks for the info. I do mention the LUT in my first look video and the footage shown in this video has the LUT applied and noted on the lower third of the screen. Even with the LUT applied there’s quite a bit of noise in darker scenes where I think noise reduction would benefit as mentioned. Thanks for watching.

[@CAYDESPADE]

Best reviews i watched

[@TypicalZain]

best go pro vid!

[@wilsonlee63]

I don't mind paying for more features, future proof at a certain degree for the next 3 generations is better than 5 generations behind.