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?

[@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.

[@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!

[@torbenschubert]

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

[@jaimecosta2966]

Osmo action 4 seams a better choise saying that for what i wont it for gopro 10 his more than enogth

[@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.

[@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

[@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…

[@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

[@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.

[@RoquetteAttaquer]

90% same advertisement like the hero 11, only 10% new features with new blue dots on the casing. 😂

[@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. 🙃

[@redcrimson1028]

Go pro is an overrated, overpriced garbage camera. Do not buy. It gets dangerouraly hot and the battery can go from %100 to 20% in like 10 mins. Garbage lol

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Not my experience at all.

[@whitecrowuk575]

Oh dear another half baked new feature - HDR - limitations limitations limitations.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

I wouldn't say it's half baked but it does have some limitations due to how much data is required during recording HDR.

[@whitecrowuk575]

@@ChaseTheSummit half baked because you can’t use many other modes. When you’re trying to release new product and its one strong selling feature doesn’t work well with other modes that’s disappointing. It seems to be afterthought like hey this camera will be exactly the same as 11 what can we do type of situation. Not well thought out implementation. The sad reality is now they have a strong competition with much bigger coffin. Long term I don’t see GoPro withstanding that and getting bought out or going bust. This release just proves we’re getting closer to that. They don’t have enough money and resources to compete. Next DJI camera will most likely take the cake.

[@raymond595]

You are right. It's like they had to release something new but did not really have anything.

[@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.

[@dtvt8421]

STILL HAS OVERHEATING ISSUES???? Man...... For this black friday I thought about buying a gopro 12... but ill be purchasing the DJI ACTION 4 INSTEAD...... SMH GOPRO........

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Not sure if I'd call it an issue. It's really only something you'll notice if you leave the gopro sitting on a table filming at it's max frame rate and resolutions. How often is that the case? If there's the slightest of breeze or movement it's not an issue. Hope that helps!

[@dtvt8421]

Naahh.. I want my camera to be as reliable as my 5 year old gopro 7... indoors and outdoors in the hot sun on my helmet... I can't rely on tiny breezes... : o@@ChaseTheSummit

[@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

[@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.

[@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?

[@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

[@liquidalloy]

I can get the GoPro 12 for $299 with my subscription

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Great deal!

[@liquidalloy]

@@ChaseTheSummit I agree. I have the 10 and I love it, not sure about getting the 12 though. for what I use it for, the 10 is still perfect for me. One thing I do like on the 12 is the bluetooth headphones option though.

[@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

[@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 😀

[@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!!!

[@EricNorthstar]

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

[@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

[@TruckCraftStudios]

24min and my GoPro12 is Overheating i bring it back to the Seller

[@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!

[@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.

[@crazyobservations3080]

gopro 11 can overheat out in the sun on standby. If the 12 is only 1/10 of 1% better its not worth it. Iv replaced my gopro's with dji cameras. I like the gopro image but its useless if the camera wont run. Indoors in a controlled environment I don't have much issue but that's not where I need it to record.

[@ths4168]

I have a Black 9 that works with a cracked screen, and I can Buy the 12 New for $299 since Im a member and the 10 at $249 but Im leaning towards the 12 since its $100 off

[@RayR0041]

Why get the hero 10 Black 249.00 when the hero 12 for subscribers is only 299. For 50 dollars more I would rather have the 12

[@SandyToesDetecting]

Big disappointment, wake up on voice options have not been reintroduced. (last seen on hero 9).

[@tonybowen455]

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

[@iam_riro]

I wonder what made them decide to give the body a grainy effect. The grainy effect on the body just looks cheap and distracting 😂 Its still new but it looks dirty already

[@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..

[@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?

[@gazitheexplorer2065]

Ive watch a lot of content but No one try to test on 37-40 degrees. As for people living in tropical countries and middle eastern.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@spearfishingternate]

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

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yup, same enduro battery.

[@gunnagunna8706]

At this point I just care about not over heating. I've lost so many good shots due to over heating and shutting off

[@ziggyinta]

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

[@mavicmaestroproductionsdro9520]

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

[@Grittyfifty]

I had gopro 9 it stopped working. Not trustable hero is zero. I an thinking of action 4

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@Cake...]

Gopro 11.01

[@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.

[@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.

[@BrianGL9CC]

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

[@southpaul48135]

I was bumbed it also didn't come with the case

[@sandyjust]

Go Pro 12, 4k HDR, 24 FPS, with correct sd card, and rest of the setting as auto beside hyper-smooth set as on , this camera shut down with overheating in 45 min. I tried with changing few setting however the camera always shuts down within 1 hour for overheating. I am very disappointed. I am return this one.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

What's the environment? If there's no airflow and it's in a hot car or room it will overheat. If there's ANY airflow at all it won't overheat.

[@adi.cookingtraveling5406]

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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@thequinnsfamilyvlog6551]

Not worth it i just got go pro hero 12 creator edition but it overheat so quick

[@ChaseTheSummit]

What makes it over heat in your use case? For me, it only overheats if I shoot 4K 120 sitting stationary on a table indoors. I don't fnd myself in that scenario often so it hasn't been an issue for me. With any kind of airflow the camera doesn't over heat. Thanks for sharing!

[@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*

[@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.

[@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!

[@TonyHobbs]

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

[@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!

[@twangwwfa9017]

What's the point of calling the gopros "black" when it literally does not come in any other colors?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Black just indicates it's the top tier version not actually relating to the color. But yeah, they don't sell the lesser models anymore so I'm not sure why they keep calling them black lol.

[@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.

[@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! 😀

[@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.

[@KonstantinGabriel1978]

The audio over Bluetooth is muffled and you sound like an old vinyl player.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

that really comes down to the quality of the microphones on the earbuds

[@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!

[@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 😁

[@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.

[@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.

[@rickhatesmisleadia7101]

you cant overheat a DJI camera and this is a deal breaker for me! If they can build camera's that don't overheat why cant GoPro!? As far as I'm concerned, every overheating GoPro should be returned for refund so they get the message once and for all! Solve the overheating problem or loose out to your competitors! I returned 2 x GoPro 10's and now that I see the 12 overheats as well, DJI is getting my business!

[@ChaseTheSummit]

It’s really not an issue for 99% of uses. The only time it’s a factor is if the camera is sitting stationary indoors with zero wind in a warm room while filming 120p. How often do you do that? I think GoPro assumes most people are using action cameras for… action. I agree it would be nice if it were non existent. But it is what it is.

[@rickhatesmisleadia7101]

mine weren't sitting in a warm room but there was no wind on them and both overheated in conditions i expect to use them in daily. My DJI can go through battery after battery and still never overheat so I consider it a deal breaker. I used my DJI to film the GoPro's filming each other overheating in 17 minutes or less! lol GoPro has gotten fat and lazy on all its initial sales and not very creative with their newer models. They wreak of leftist copy cats now. The made in China attitude. Bunch of expensive add on's and some copied software like the motion stabilization. @@ChaseTheSummit

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@boots3372]

Seems almost, EXACTLY, like the hero 12 is a hero 11 with a software update and a better bluetooth module. Woowee! What innovation.

[@artistunknown7887]

Bro your hilarious 2:56

[@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?

[@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.

[@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?

[@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 ?

[@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

[@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.

[@area28]

Very good review, thank you.

[@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!

[@marioplus321]

a step ahead,but small . Not worth upgrading from 11 , waiting for GP 13 or even 14.

[@oldmanronerickson2221]

Hey, that's a good review. But my Hero 9 is perfect for me at this time. I need money for gas&food now a days.

[@michaelmourek3879]

I have owned the GoPro 7,8,9,10 &11 - I am buying the GoPro 12

[@photo-markus]

Can it sync with ultrasync blue timecode?

[@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.

[@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

[@RandumbTech]

Max lens mod - can’t use HDR or gplog. Straight out of Canon’s cripple hammer playbook. Well done GoPro! 😂

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yeah, kind of odd. Not sure why that would be a limitation of the MLM.

[@Voltis-5]

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

[@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.

[@BrandonTalbot]

Very thorough review, thanks Man.

[@LuisMirandaH]

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