GoPro HERO4 - Version 2.00 Firmware - How to set up & Use Timelapse Video Mode

Another great new feature that comes with the Version 2.0 Firmware update for GoPro HERO4 Black & Silver Edition cameras is Timelapse Video. Unlike Timelapse Photos where you take a series of photos and stitch them together in an editing program, Timelapse video creates a single mp4 file that can either be uploaded straight to social media sites or can be easily edited to speed up, slow down, colour correct or add music and combined with other video footage.
Here's a how-to video on how to set it up and how to use it. Plus there's some example Timelapse Video footage as well.
I think this new feature in the GoPro HERO4 will make it a lot easier for people to create some awesome Timelapse sequences.
Here's the link to my Timelapse Calculator spreadsheet:
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[@milgeekmedia]

Still a good tutorial video in 2020! I've just got a 3D printer so decided to get my old GoPro 4 out the cupboard and dust it off to do print time-lapses! I'd totally forgotten after all this time how to use my GoPro... The 4 Black I have is still a great camera BTW! Thanks !

[@brynmag]

Hi Stephen I'm happy to hear that. We have been so busy lately we haven't had time to make many videos. I love all my GoPro cameras (I have almost all of them) and can't wait to start using my GoPro HERO9. Bryn

[@Getawaymoments]

Nice, how did you know what video I was currently making? Now watch as I spit my dummy!

[@brynmag]

I'm psychic!! There's plenty of room for more videos about Timelapse Video and I know you will have a slightly different take on it than me. I'm not sure if I covered everything but I hope so.

[@Getawaymoments]

Brynmag Productions It will be a very popular feature.

[@brynmag]

Getawaymoments Possibly my favourite new feature ever. I have a few accessory reviews to do, then I'm going back to hi-light Tag.

[@Appleaker]

Help me! In my GoPro Hero 4 Black there isn't "t lapse vid" mode but only "time lapse". What can I do?

[@brynmag]

Appleaker T lapse Video is in the Video modes section NOT in the Multishot Modes section. Your in the wrong spot to find it.

[@Appleaker]

Yeah, found it

[@pabysol887]

you have no idea how long I've been looking for this video. every other timelapse vid sends me to photo mode but this is perfect! thank you!

[@brynmag]

You're very welcome!

[@hobocyclist]

whos watching in 2019? ...just me :)

[@brynmag]

You and at least 50 other people every month.

[@andrewmiller7806]

How much memory would the HERO4 silver use for the highest settings for a 2 hour timelapse? Wondering as will be on holiday and no PC to transfer from 2 64GB cards which are not cheap. Will it last 2 hour timelapse on the batteries?

[@Usercehdbf]

10/10 Rated by IGN.Great quality first person shooter.Thrilling multiplayer acti-wait this isnt black ops 3?

[@MindsinUnison]

GREAT video :) thanks

[@brynmag]

+Thomas Hall You're welcome, thanks for watching.

[@PaliAha]

Suggestion: for us GREEN THUMBS maybe you could just tell us what INTERVAL to set it at.

[@007jan]

When i try to download the t lapse video to my phone using the gopro app, it says i need to have a resolution of 1080 and 30fps, but the lowest resolution on t lapse mode is 2.7k. What can i do so that i can download the video?

[@MrMikeljay]

Great information, Bryn! Thank you for sharing! Too bad GoPro didn't offer this feature for the HERO 3+ Black. Still, it's an awesome camera.

[@brynmag]

Thanks MrMikeljay I think they could but I don't blame them for not making it backwards compatible, they are in the camera selling business. Hopefully it will be included in all models going forward and it gives people an incentive to upgrade.

[@SenseiAnimeGames]

Okay! I'm new to this whole GoPro time lapse thing, but I'm shooting from 4k, and 0.5 seconds, how long would it take to make 1 minute of a video?

[@brynmag]

+markopatrakka Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIjSeqCrmct6otU It might help you calculate it.

[@diegovillalba6087]

Hi Bryn thank you for the tutorial very useful! I wanted to ask you which video editing software do you use to edit your gopro footage? Is that the one you use to upload these videos to youtube? The quality is amazing would like to know also what settings you use if poss! Thanks again Bryn for awesome videos! !!

[@brynmag]

Diego Villalba Thanks Diego. On my PC, I use Sony Vegas Movie studio platinum versions 12 & 13 (version 13 has 4K settings but is otherwise a bit clunky). I like Vegas because it is easy to use. My internet connection is a bit slow so I never really get to watch it at full quality but I'll take your word for it. I always render out at 1080 with a bit rate of 8mbps (which is what KZbin recommends) - I would use the highest bit rate available if I was rendering to burn onto a DVD. If you have a Mac then I would recommend final cut Pro. Friends who have made the switch to mac and now use Final Cut Pro say the quality is even better. My next computer will be a Mac. Let me know if you want more details about render settings. Cheers Bryn

[@jamesjohnpadula]

THE PADULA SHOW likes the info---useful--

[@TrevorBatstone]

Thanks, Bryn. I'm a 70 yr. old fart, still relatively new to HERO4 Silver. Your vid is very well done and easy to understand. Feel free to view my KZbin channel as well when you have time. Thanks again for a nice tutorial.

[@brynmag]

+Trevor Batstone You're very welcome Trevor, I make these videos to help people like yourself. The HERO4 Silver is my favourite GoPro camera. Loads of videos coming soon about that model. I'll check out your channel when I get time. Cheers Bryn

[@tpaige101]

Times has really changed. Great video

[@brynmag]

Yes they do. Thanks.

[@jefffixit]

Hi my Hero says videoo+photo not time-lapse.Is this the setting I use Thanks Jeff

[@irisk.7402]

I follow these steps but I only have "Video", "Video+Photo" and "Looping", but no "T lapse vid". Do I have to download something ? because I don't really know what that Firmware is. I just bought my Gopro Hero 4 Silver, so I'm really new to this stuff.

[@brynmag]

+Iris K. It sounds like you need to upgrade the firmware in your HERO4 Silver. T Lapse Vid was released in version 2.0 firmware and it's still there in Version 3.0 You can watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/noCXp4qQe6xsmqc It shows how to update your firmware via the GoPro APP. And this one shows how to connect your camera to the Gopro APP, if you don't know how to do that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/anOrZmynesqEi8k Let me know if you have any problems. Cheers Bryn

[@morrispridgen]

Could i set it up and leave it overnight and would I have enough battery life to do that?

[@HuntingestateKrasnyBor]

nice video. thank you for useful information.

[@brynmag]

You're welcome. More to come.

[@tomas5547]

Tanks for a nice video. I have a hero 4 Silver. I have a problem. I only get Pictures. And its counting down the time to next record of a Picture. I want the same as in your video. How get a "time-counter" for get the gopro to make a film. How to make a film in mp4?

[@brynmag]

Do you have Timelapse Video mode? If not, you may have to update the firmware in your camera.

[@budimanpratamaarif8643]

Hey, im about asking you about the "timelapse video" in hero 4 silver. I dont have the "timelapse video" in my setting option 😫 do you know how to fix this problem? I only have " video, video+photo, and looping" pleasee... I need to figure this out

[@brynmag]

EXO XIUMIN It should go Video, T Lapse VID, Vid +Photo and then Looping...in that order. Have you definitely updated to version 2.0 firmware? If not, update. If so, rest camera to defaults and/or reflash version 2.0 firmware and try again. Actually you should be able to install version 3.0 firmware which is out now. I just did mine and everything works fine. Timelapse Video is one of the best new features I have seen in a long time.

[@HennieJHC]

Great Video thanks for sharing.

[@TheRevsInstitute]

Best tutorial I've found on the video time lapse gopro feature, bravo.

[@brynmag]

Thank you very much.

[@ToysHeaven1]

Charged my GoPro Hero4 Black for the first time today. The manual says 2 to 4 hours. 3+ hours came, the power meter has barely moved the camera was so hot I decided to remove it from the electric socket. Is this normal? It was a brand new unit.

[@brynmag]

ToysHeaven It is normal for the camera to get warm but not too hot. And it should have charged within 3 hours. How were you charging it? With a wall charger? Maybe that is not correct. Try charging via a USB port from your computer. If it still doesn't charge, you should email GoPro support

[@ToysHeaven1]

Sadly it didnt. I really appreciate that you took time to respond. Thank you very much. I will get in touch with the vendor.

[@jaszi33]

thank you for the vid tips Bryn. bit a newbie to gopro & not overly techy but your clip is very clear & easy to understand. BTW where was you beach footage taken?

[@brynmag]

+jaszi33 You're welcome. That's exactly what I am trying to do - make easier to follow tips how-to videos for newbies. The beach footage was at Nobby's beach, Newcastle (NSW, Australia). Cheers Bryn

[@wani4kaaaaaa]

Wow, it was very useful for me. I have just bought this camera and I didn't know how can I recjrd TimeLapse. I need this. Thanks. thanks. *thanks!*

[@brynmag]

+Dexel You're welcome. Timelapse video is the easiest way to make a timelapse.

[@wani4kaaaaaa]

Brynmag Productions you're right! :)

[@Carlos87836]

How many photos per second you were using? I did a time lapse video at the beach with my gopro hero 4 buy everything is fast! I want to make it a lil bit slower!

[@brynmag]

Carlos87836 I like to use 0.5 second intervals which will be the "slowest" but you can always stretch the timelapse in an editing program.

[@jessdansereau]

Brynmag - thanks for the video - very informative. I have a question that I can't seem to find on the Gopro web site. Do you know if any of the other video settings work/correspond with the Time lapse video such as protune, low light, white balance. I know you can't choose any of them, but I was wondering if somehow they apply. I am trying to figure out how well the time lapse video works in day to night/night to day time lapses in comparison to a traditional time lapse method. Any thoughts or experience? Thanks

[@brynmag]

+jesslash The only settings available in Timelapse video are: Interval - Select from 0.5 up to 60 second intervals Resolution - Choose between 4K or 2.7K (4:3 ratio). Everything else is preset, so if you want to change any other settings, you should use Timelapse Photos. Day to Night or Night to Day is the Holy Grail for Timelapse Enthusiasts. So far the GoPro HERO4 has not handled this transition very well. I am hoping for either a Firmware upgrade for the HERO4 Black that will give us better results OR more control in the next model camera, which potentially would have an even more advanced processor. Having said that the HERO4 Black is still an amazing little camera and it already can do so much for such a small camera. It is unfair to expect it to do better than most expensive DSLR cameras. I am working towards getting a better DSLR camera, combined with a smart APP to help achieve the perfect Day/Night transitions. Timelapse Video is just about my favorite feature in any GoPro camera yet. It easily creates superb quality timelapse sequences in good light. Also Nightlapse creates reasonable quality Star timelapse sequences. Not as good as a DSLR but reasonable. Going from one to the other is the tricky bit.

[@natemosteller5594]

Brynmag, great video, the feature is not availible on my hero4 silver. Does this just mean i need to do the update?

[@brynmag]

Yes it sounds like it. The firmware version appears briefly on the front LCD screen when you turn it on. Needs tone version 2.00 or higher. Cheers bryn

[@CarlDraper458]

What setting would you recommend to take pictures of fireworks using light lapse mode please?

[@brynmag]

+Carl Draper I'm not sure at the moment. I did shoot a nightlapse fireworks with the camera on AUTO. The smallest interval is 2 seconds, which I discovered is a long time in the life of fireworks. It created trails that didn't look very good. I had a friend who just filmed it with his iphone and it looked alright. I am thinking that maybe just a Timelapse with 0.5 second intervals and Protune on with the ISO at it's highest setting (800) might work out to be the best thing. Although it's hard to prove when I only get to see fireworks once a year at Christmas where I live. Maybe even just shooting video with Protune on and ISO cranked up to 3200 might work too. You could speed it up later if needed.

[@ErindAgolli]

Hi Bryn, why my mediaplayer does not open the lapse videos? And when i import it to gopro software the prog crashes... Do you have any idea? My laptop have good parameters. Thnx

[@brynmag]

Erind Agolli My first thought would be that your computer specs were too low to play 4K. Or maybe your video card is not compatible with 4K. You should have a close look at your specs to see what they are exactly. It sounds like something like that, since 2 different programs react the same way.

[@ErindAgolli]

Yes...probably this is..i tried to record a normal 4K video and same happened... Thank you, i thought my camera wasn't functional :P :)

[@blackmennewstyle]

That was a fantastic video Bryn

[@brynmag]

Thanks ABMNS PRODUCTION. The HERO4 is the best camera so far.

[@waterskippers]

How long does the battery last doing time lapse in this mode?

[@brynmag]

water_skipper Hi, I haven't done a battery life test on this yet but it's quite good. At least as long as just shooting normal video. I may try to do a battery life test when I get time.

[@alex76834]

What timelapse setting would you recommend for shooting people?

[@brynmag]

+AlexTubeGo Hi. I normally use 0.5 or 1 second intervals, as people move quite fast. For traffic I use 0.5 and for clouds 5 seconds gets some nice movement.

[@ianbarrett911]

awesome tutorial - thanks for the video. :-) Thumbs up

[@brynmag]

Ian Barrett Thanks Ian.

[@williamlaws1776]

I did same thing and its showing me only pictures...why?

[@SakePL]

+Sergei Laws open in go pro studio and import it. It will creat time laps

[@belgium5]

How do you use the time lapse function in photo mode? (I'm trying to figure out a way to take selfies with a GoPro Hero4 silver edition, ideally with 5 seconds waiting time)

[@brynmag]

belgium5 I don't have a current how-to video on this. Timelapse is in Multi-shot settings. Change mode to Timelapse and select interval of 5 secs. Press the shutter button to start and it will keep taking photos every 5 secs until you press the shutter button again.

[@belgium5]

Brynmag Productions Thanks for the fast response. I looked for time lapse in photo mode, but you need indeed de burst mode. THANK YOU !!

[@brynmag]

belgium5 No, it's in Multi-shot mode. Don't use BURST. That will take a burst of photos over a few seconds only.

[@jacobmotum]

Is that Nobbys beach at Newcastle NSW Australia? I'm sure it is!

[@brynmag]

+Jacob Motum It sure is. I live in Newy for 25 years before moving to the Snowy Mountains.

[@keith2599]

Many thanks bryn, this video was great and the recording timelapse sheet is just the one i needed, love this guys vids...

[@brynmag]

You're welcome Keith.

[@shootme3450]

Hey I Really like the video it was fast easy and got to the point!! thx for the tips

[@brynmag]

ShootMe You're welcome. Thanks for the feedback.

[@snakedocsd4983]

hi Brynmaghow did you manage to have 4hours of timelapse when I do mine I only get 1 hour 15mins ?

[@brynmag]

+snake doc What size memory card are you using?

[@snakedocsd4983]

Im using 32gb. Thanks for the reply

Great information...:) Thank you for sharing!

[@brynmag]

You're welcome Holger Mörbe

[@gerardo071000]

How much time can i record until the battery die for each interval?

[@brynmag]

gerardo071000 I haven't tested individual intervals but the battery life is good. I will do a battery life test when I get around to it.

[@tootaloola]

Can you record time lapse in 4k on the gopro hero 4 silver?

[@brynmag]

tootaloola Yes you can, if you have updated the firmware.

[@OxsingLP]

hey, I only got the mode video,video+photo and looping... idk what im doing wrong:)

[@brynmag]

OxsingLP It's in video mode. If video is your default when you turn it on, then press the settings button on the side. It will change Video> T Lapse Vid> Vid & Photo>Looping. If T Lapse Vid is not there, then it sounds like you haven't updated your firmware.

[@OxsingLP]

thank you so much:-) it works

[@brettney72]

excellent video to the point and simple to understand

[@brynmag]

+brettney72 Thanks. I really appreciate the feedback. Cheers Bryn

[@proshivkin]

Thanks a lot for great tutorial! :)

[@brynmag]

You're welcome.

[@johanc1504]

Nice Video Bryn! Love the Timelapse calculator and your tips. =D

[@brynmag]

Johan C Thanks Johan. I hope it was useful.

[@robertharkness2094]

Does the video time lapse mode take still pictures just like the time lapse mode in the picture setting. If this is the case is there any difference between the two modes other than the video mode tells you how long the time lapse is rather than how many pictures the camera has taken? Lastly can you get 4k in the picture time lapse mode too?

[@brynmag]

Hi ***** No it just creates the mp4 file, without taking still images. If we look at how Film is created. A traditional film camera exposes the light sensitive film to create individual images. The shutter opens and closes 24 times every second (24 frames per second) and when the film is run through a projector at 24fps it gives the impression of movement. Digital video cameras do the same thing except that the information is stored as data instead. You can advance through a video timeline frame by frame. Each second of unedited video will have a set number of frames depending on what it was shot at (12,24,25,30,48,50,60,120, etc). The HERO4 is capturing one frame every X seconds (AKA the interval - for example 1 exposure every second) and skipping all the other moments in between. It then stitches it together in the camera as a single mp4 Timelapse Video file. Timelapse photos creates individual photos that are saved as individual files. You can choose different Megapixel size for the photos. I use 12MP as it is the best. Not 4K but still good. Hope this helps.

[@robertharkness2094]

Thanks for the response! That helped out a lot!

[@brynmag]

***** I planned to make a video series breaking down all that information. i.e. "Frame Rates made Simple" because a lot of people don't really understand what it all means. Resolutions, Frame rates, codecs, bit rates, etc. I could make hundreds of these videos if I had the time.

[@robertharkness2094]

For me (and many others I'm sure) that would be a very helpful video. I get very lost with codecs and bit rates specifically but I'm learning slowly ( very slowly) lol. Anyway I think your videos are very informative and I have learned a lot from them! Keep up the great work!

[@brynmag]

***** Thanks Robert

[@kanocoach]

thanks for the video, helped a lot especially the table recording times !!

[@brynmag]

You're welcome.

[@raymolloy1]

What's the best Sd card for hero4 silver

[@brynmag]

looklook I use and recommend the LEXAR 633x card. 32 or 64GB.

[@marcab7029]

what video editing software did you use? or normally use? thanks

[@brynmag]

+Marco Cabahit Hi Marco. I normally use Sony Vega Movie Studio on my PC. I also have Premiere Elements but I prefer the way Vegas works. Cheers Bryn

[@marcab7029]

Thanks bry! Keep on posting new vids! Cheers!

[@Esspppiia]

Brynmag - GoPro News, Reviews & How-To's What's the cost of your editing software?

[@JamieLogan]

Well explained. Thanks!

[@brynmag]

Jamie Logan Hi Jamie. Sorry for delay in responding....so snowed under...literally. Thanks for your comment and I hope you make use of this new feature. I am using it nearly all the time now and my timelapses have never looked better. Cheers Bryn

[@mtvaalen8864]

well done Straight to the point cheers

[@brynmag]

+WettkampfSmannschaft Einfach Schwimmen Thank you for the feedback.

[@mohsinakramsk]

editing software name plz ?

[@brynmag]

I use Sony Vegas Movie studio.

[@iRusultz]

dang that editing software looks ancient.

[@brynmag]

+Will Moseley What do you use and recommend Will?

[@iRusultz]

I use adobe lightroom to change my pictures, then pull it into premiere pro and frame blend to 24FPS. I havent uploaded anything that i make to youtube yet being that Im a film student and am saving for my portfolio but I'll post how to do it sometime

[@LtShaq]

What program you use for editing your video's?

[@brynmag]

LtShaq hello, I currently use Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum versions 12 & 13 on my PC.

[@LtShaq]

Brynmag Productions Great, thanks for the help :). Love your video's, keep it up :)

[@brynmag]

LtShaq Thanks heaps. I've got lots more videos planned. Just need to find the time.....

[@olioli7652]

I love it

[@abbys3692]

Can I do this on my hero 3+?

[@brynmag]

+Abby S No, it's only available on the HERO4.

[@kellyrizzo]

So helpful! Thanks!!

[@brynmag]

You're welcome Kelly.

[@brynmag]

Oh and by the way..I subscribed. Besides being gorgeous, you have an amazing video presence and voice.

[@MrCODgamer34]

Can u do videolapse on gopro siver

[@brynmag]

MA Kicks HERO4 Silver? Yes, you can.

[@fransteryukigonzalesquimpo6838]

+Brynmag Productions how?

[@melkerstangvik]

Nice video!

[@brynmag]

Melker Stangvik Thank you.

[@GoProGeezer]

what a fantastic tip - Thank you!!

[@brynmag]

You changed your name!! Yeah Thanks a lot.

[@GoProGeezer]

I did yup, people were confused as to what a "geezer" was... Haha!! Hope your well buddy.. Have a great day!!

[@brynmag]

GoPro Photographer I think of Geezer as being a Term of "Endearment" that can be taken either way. You can call yourself Geezer and it's fun but some people might take offence. This is what Wikipedia has to say: Geezer is a slang term for a man. It can carry either the connotation of age and eccentricity in the UK, or that of self-education such as craftiness or stylishness (to a lesser degree). In the US the term often refers to a cranky old man. It's probably good you changed it now as it gets harder to change your channel name after a while. Yeah I'm good thanks. Busy enjoying all the activities I am involved in which leaves less time for making KZbin videos. Take it easy.

[@GoProGeezer]

I won't be changing it again, I have the domain 😄 - website is being constructed at the moment 📷

[@brynmag]

GoPro Photographer Right....GoPro Photographer it is.

[@CurtSommers]

Thank you for the tips

[@brynmag]

Curt Sommers You're welcome Curt.

[@bottlewasher33]

thanks!

[@brynmag]

bottlewasher33 You're welcome.

[@illprokiidmaster7178]

Do u need a specific sd card?

[@brynmag]

+Xavier Medina At least a Class 10 MicroSD card but I use and recommend Lexar 633x cards. If you intend to use 4K with Protune ON, then consider the LEXAR 1000x cards. bryn