GoPro Hero 13 VS 12 | Comparison | WORTH THE UPGRADE?

[@JordanHetrick]

If you go with the 13, check out my Beginner's Guide to get going: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIm7lH2JhpKkoNE

[@JAMES.B1970]

Finally, Jordan, you came out with the video. I have been waiting for your opinion because I value it the most. To me, you are an honest and you tell like it is whether it’s good or bad. Keep up the great work.

[@JordanHetrick]

THANK you so much! That really means a lot to me and worth all of the hard work to make this video for you guys! The auto settings really help since ND filter footage can be so hot or miss with GoPro's. I really love the new macro personally 👍 Have fun with your new Hero 13!

[@mackstevenson3541]

Hey brother just wanted to say love to video. It was really easy to follow and just was simple. I often have trouble finding the differences between the new products when it seems the specs are similar if not the same. By far the best explanation I have seen so far.

[@JordanHetrick]

Thank you so much brother! I'm happy I was able to show you the differences in a way that made sense. It's easy to get carried away with all of the specs so I hope I was able to show you what really matters 👍

[@scottaplayer]

If you are getting that additional battery time that feels a bit minimal on the 13, is that with GPS on the 13 turned on or off? Just to compare Apples with Apples.

[@GoKash66]

Thanks man i just bought the 12 and Im new user on gopro i dont do vlog...not yet lol I been using my rebel to take pictres. So Im really new to gopro, i am now debating if I should exchange the 12 for 13. My life style is traveling to different countries and fitness, so is it really worthy as a first timer?

[@windsurfsnow]

Excellant video Jordan, especially the breakdown between the two cameraa. I love GoPro and I buy every other year. I expected a big upgrade this season but I will wait for next September.,

[@JordanHetrick]

Thank you for the comment! I was expecting and hoping for more too. Hopefully they have their minds hard at work for the next one already.

[@jacquelynwells7906]

Great video, thank you! Have you reviewed the new tiny Go Pro HERO?

[@ArenaNerd]

Pretty good video thanks a lot 🎉

[@JordanHetrick]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gerrprin5846]

Is gopro 13 waterproof even if the lens are interchangeable?

[@wesek9659]

If I plan on travelling and filming what do you think is the best “vlogging” camera?

[@calaveravera7366]

Very sharp the video! Please share your exporting settings after editing.

[@octny]

Great review! It's true, we complained about the lack of GPS in the 12 but that's about the only reason why I would get the 13. The accessories do not impress me in any way. The only useful lens is the wide angle one even if it is still unexplainably limited in settings compared to the standard lens: still no HDR, no Real Speed/Half Speed setting in Max Video and Max Timewarp. The Media Mod is still limited by design and I still cannot change battery when the gopro freezes, overheats or drains it without removing any screw from the folding finters. They could have made a media mod with its own legs or magnetic ones, but no, they made a bunch of expensive rarely used lenses. The magnetic door is nice but not 80 euro nice when the usb door costs 16 euro with a cable included. They gave too much importance to these accessories. I eventually got the 12 for some of the new features but the lack of GPS has made it a crippled camera when travelling. So I would get the 13 only bundled with free accessories and at a discount, subscriber discount. Since the 13 is the 4th camera with the GP2 processor, I expect GoPro to bring a newer processor next year. Hopefully they will keep some compatibilities with all the new accessories and batteries. Hopefully they will soon bring a Max 2 camera with GPS included, otherwise I will move to Insta 360 x4 or newer for sure.

[@JordanHetrick]

I agree that even though the Hero 13 produces high quality video, GoPro is lacking in the innovation department. They definitely could be doing more. The new Hero 13 wide angle lens is the same as the Max Lens Mod 2.0 for the 12, except that it auto-detects. The Hero 13 does have HLG HDR now though. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts!

[@Flynhawaiian5]

Do you ever have issues with the waterproofing door? I had 2 get water damage back at around 8 and 9 series. Ever since then I’ve thrown them in the waterproof case but I’d much prefer to use without Thoughts? 🤔

[@JordanHetrick]

I haven't had any issues and I use them in the water all the time, even in big waves and sand-filled shorebreak. I personally never use the protective housing, but I wouldn't want to steer you in the wrong direction.

[@bj2949]

Great video! Best gopro review I’ve seen recently.

[@baltazar0007]

Hey GREAT review - i am almost ready to buy...but can the gps show speed on screen while recording. like HUD overlay ?

[@edwardsutherland5409]

Hi there I'm still learning about GoPro 10 vs GoPro 13

[@leonfisher]

Great comparison. Thanks for your effort in making this. I guess the only way GoPro could improve on the blue speckles from the 12 was to remove them.

[@dabdoube92]

[@michaelthomson5101]

So the battery for the 12 is compatible with the 11, 10 & 9. Does this mean go pro will stop suppling those batteries since the 13 battery is a different battery? and if they stop suppling the battery will they stop the firmware updates and the support of the 12? A first time Go Pro buyer here. Trying to decide between the two. I don't want to buy something that will be obsolete next year. Also, there is a 50 piece kit for both cameras available on a VERY popular on-line product supplier, is that 50 piece kit worth the money?

[@joemills4716]

Nice video. Subscribed. I have the 12. I’m happy with it. I know it’s unrelated but I wish you would do a video on how you organized your home page. The different sections.

[@mistral-unizion-music]

Thanks, great video comparison! Nice work.

[@soniyakumar-q2q]

Thank u for the clear explanation

[@Tony_outside]

Very well explained. Thank you🙏🏽

[@JordanHetrick]

You are very welcome! My pleasure to help out!

[@DANIEL-X-1]

I ordered 13 and will start shooting soon. But I have a question when I upload a test video on KZbin the quality is only 1080p I don't know how to make it 4K

[@JordanHetrick]

Great! KZbin will automatically recognize the video resolution, so just make sure to upload a 4k video. Then, in the KZbin viewers, in the settings, you will have to choose to view it in 4k. Hope that helps!

[@DANIEL-X-1]

@@JordanHetrick Please upload more videos on your channel about how to use 13 at all times like cycling and explain the settings because I am still new to the camera and I am interested in nature photography and cycling. I will follow the episodes on your page Thank you for the humble response🙂‍↔️🫶

[@tw5443FlyingTiger]

Awesome video thank you!

[@dork_strikes_again]

Do you have an affiliate link for GoPro. I am going to buy the Hero 12.

[@JordanHetrick]

Hi, Thanks for asking. I have an affiliate link in the description if you are going to buy it through Amazon. Have fun with your new camera!

[@Antler_addict]

Great breakdown! Thanks! I only need the 12 but wish I could afford the 13! I just bought the full kit for filming angles but regret not going with the 13 for its lense options.

[@JordanHetrick]

Glad I could help! I have seen some great sales on Amazon right now (check my link) if it's not too late.

[@geezersurf]

I use the 11 mini. Any thoughts on upgrading to the new Hero? Back screen isn't important to me and I shoot 120fps at 4K on the mini.

[@JordanHetrick]

Thanks for asking. That's a great question! Going from the Hero 11 Mini to the new Hero would actually quite a downgrade. It only has a 12MP sensor and records 4k @ 30fps. If you don't need the back screen, you are much better off with the 11 Mini.

[@AdventuresOfAPlainJane]

I’ve just been using my iPhone 13 max pro camera. Great camera but now that I want to start traveling/vlogging I’m really interested in the GoPro. So pricey! But gotta invest. Might as well get the latest model GoPro 13. Thanks for the video comparison!

[@JordanHetrick]

I think you will love the quality from the Hero 13. Happy adventures and thank you for the comment!

[@chronicles661]

@@JordanHetrickis there still over heating issues with the go pro ?

[@JAMES.B1970]

I do have the 12 and I just ordered the 13. The reason being is I like to use ND filters and now that the 13 can do all the settings on its own that that was one of the main reasons I got it. I know that some people that may be a dumb reason but to me, it’s kind of big.

[@JordanHetrick]

I think it's a great reason!

[@JordanHetrick]

Thank you for sharing! That was my goal of this video to help you decide if those new features would be worth it for you 👍

[@Dave_D]

That warning with the ND filters, does it show in the app as well, or just on the back of the camera? Hoping it does as I have my GoPro chin mounted.

[@jpyuce2054]

the 12 have nd filters na dsettings you can do it yourself. 13 is dissapontet

[@JAMES.B1970]

@@jpyuce2054 if that is the case can I do a preset on the 12 for each ND filter? If so I just might stay with it.

[@MrZACATECANO100]

Standard camera bundle on hero 13 costs $399.99 . To complete the bundle with extra battery, protection case, travel Case and magnetic mount increases it’s price. 😏Very disappointing.

[@RJUnleashedVideos]

Great video! I have the 9. It does the job. Very disappointed in the battery change, the endouro batt is great. i used it last winter and is light years better then the very old hero 4! lol So Hero 4 silver which i still have, 9 Black my 2nd hero and now to up upgrade or not? i am a subscriber. Happy with the new Quick for Mac. Funny how they just dropped 13 to 349 for me now i do not get the 100 off? 😂 In the long run the 13 would be great to have and slowly add the lenses as my skills and usage increase. I notice in lots of vs vids i watched the sky in always bluer with the 12, i assume on auto setting. why? i do tweak my settings on the 9 for skiing and it works well. i shoot lots of POV with the pole mount. the 8:4 on the 12 would be a nice add vs the 9 difference. winter is coming. gopro sometimes run big deals before Xmas. we will see. ill report back. thanks again for reviews. love the fact you get to the point in this production.

[@treygregory9010]

thank you very helpful!

[@JordanHetrick]

You're welcome. Thanks for the comment!

[@808islandlife_HI]

as always - great video

[@JordanHetrick]

Thank you!

[@sololifetraveller]

Im a beginner for vlogging & gopro also Which one is better gopro 12 bundle or gopro 13 ?????? Any suggestion sir

[@JordanHetrick]

I would go with the Hero 13 since you are just starting, especially since it's a new battery design. That way, if you upgrade in the future, hopefully, the battery will still be compatible.

[@ALWResearchTeam]

Thank you Jordan this clears up my questions perfectly. I film at 25fps in 4K so if I want the same processor and sensor I can buy a GoPro 10 or a new GoPro 11 with a ‘enduro’ battery. Not sure why GoPro has a standard battery. Oh yes. I don’t use the gps but the 10 has that too lol. Nicely presented and the information was perfect :)

[@JordanHetrick]

Thank you, yes in the resolution and frame rate, you are good with a 10 or 11! I think GoPro just has a standard battery because they had that before the Enduro battery was developed. Why they still sell it, I'm not sure!

[@kbrodeur]

this is a great video you did 10/10

[@JordanHetrick]

Thank you! That means a lot because I put A LOT of time into it 👍

[@cile1983]

Hi, I have a gopro 12, can I buy a gopro 13?

[@JordanHetrick]

GoPro doesn't have any trade up option, but you could always sell your Hero 12 and use the money to buy a 13!

[@karyleianawildernesscapes]

The side-by-side pic of the 12 & 13...reminds me that when the 12 launched, GoPro specifically highlighted the damn SPECKLES...like that was a noteworthy "update/upgrade" & selling point 😂 They quickly abandoned that didn't they?? Lol!

[@JordanHetrick]

Haha. Yeah the speckles are gone. Long live the speckles! Haha

[@RagingRudy]

Does it still overheat and shut off. That’s my only problem with the hero 12 black.

[@JordanHetrick]

It really depends on how you use it. If you record with it up on a mount, this will minimize overheating. However, if you record in high resolution at a high frame rate with it sitting flat on a surface, it will overheat.

[@CATMAN305MIA]

There's really no upgrades on the new gopro 13. I'll stay happily with my gopro 12.

[@JordanHetrick]

Thanks for your comment!

[@michaelleon395]

Mph

[@hilaKatawa]

thank you! this is a great video that shows i don't need to worry that i bought 13 right away.😂 and yeah go pro are best in action cameras. ❤❤

[@chrispewkreme]

Is it better? Yes. Is it worth buying? Yes. Is it worth upgrading? Depends. Is it better than everything? No. The ND filters is big for me. I am always adding them for super bright conditions and getting a lil motion blur. But then I need to take them off for times it is darker. I have messed up the settings quite often. So for a camera to automatically do this, pretty slick. Is it gonna be as good as setting yourself? I doubt it.

[@setas1616]

thanks for videos🎉 from iran

[@JordanHetrick]

You are welcome!

[@moxnix]

My first GoPro was the Hero 4. I'm currently using a Hero 10 Black. If needed my next will be a GoPro 12 or wait for the 14. As for the 13 it's not much of a New and Improved camera and I don't need all the accessories.

[@JordanHetrick]

Thanks for the comment! Yeah if you don't need the accessories, the 12 is nearly the same.

[@tomasthornton8863]

Haha im still using a hero 4 and it’s still great. And the fact it comes with the waterproof case makes it great for diving.

[@cycletouringoz5760]

My Hero 8 Black does the job So few people would use / know how to use the features on these Some buy them just to say they have them Crazy

[@rappy90]

Yeah, flat profile and edit colors etc in post makes a huge difference. Though the newer video profiles in the 12/13 and 10bit do look nice but not a selling point. If I was to upgrade from my 8 its mainly for a better battery to hold up in colder conditions (ski hills etc) and maybe better low light

[@mxzpop]

I mean the audio improvement alone is a nice feature to have. I have been using the 9 but am considering upgrading to the 13 because it's definitely a lot of improvements when jumping that many versions

[@JonathanAlmanzar]

I purchased the Hero12 at a really great price from the military exchange for only $299.00 compared to the 13 which was $439 and no extra accessories. I would say just go with the 12 bundle there is basically no difference, save some money.

[@HWill-iq9sl]

Mine got stolen on the 3th day #12 GoPro did not do anything except take this serial number? There's no 10-day warranty Not sure if I still want to get a 13/12 😡

[@JordanHetrick]

Oh bummer! It sucks to have something stolen, especially brand new! I hope you are able to get a new one.

[@SeanWest-xb5cc]

I am waiting for the more advanced cameras like the action 5, the 13 is all about up sales and no real updates

[@JordanHetrick]

Will be interesting to see comparisons!

[@E9ONE1]

I had experience with gp9,10,12 now I am done with gp...waiting action5👍

[@TVNetworld]

wait for the insta ace pro 2 it will be coming soon 8K 30

[@Vergararommel]

So what is totally advantage of ho pro 13?

[@alexgogashvili9748]

Thanks man your video help me decide keep up the good work 👍

[@upinalaska49]

Team DJI 💪🏼

[@JordanHetrick]

Thanks for the comment!

[@FreddyBoy1808]

I’m waiting for the GoPro 14 new features to beat the new DJI

[@JordanHetrick]

Thanks! It might be a while since the 13 just came out. Let's hope the next one has the low light features everyone has been asking for! 🤞

[@africanhistory]

they took it away and added it back as a New Feature. Time to ditch GoPro. Do they even have a PC app for doing overlays? (that works)

[@JordanHetrick]

It seems like they didn't think people valued the GPS as much as they clearly do. Glad it's back for those of you who like it. But, yes, hopefully the Quik for Desktop App for Windows will be ready soon. I'm on Mac, but Windows users have been waiting forever. GoPro, are you listening?🙏

[@cayden4743]

I got the 13 because it was only a 10 dollar difference

[@rptechnical21]

🇮🇳🇮🇳❤

[@JordanHetrick]

Thank you!

[@burbs-to-bush-redbakadventures]

I bought the 12, my footage recently went into high speed mode during playback, I was unable to play it back at normal speed, also several videos will not playback when using Go Pro Player, i bought this camera specifically for use underwater , I'm currently filming around Australia and all the footage from my last location cannot be used. I also have the 7 Black which has never let me down . The Hero 12 will stay in my camera bag and when i get back to the next major city i will request a full refund. I also had to pay a subscription to enable stabilization on playback which is an absolute rip off. Gopro 12 will be the last GoPro camera I purchase, time to move on. I also have DJI Products , never had an issue with any DJI product.

[@JordanHetrick]

That is really strange. That is a bummer to hear, especially when you are an amazing trip! I'm not sure why it would do that, but I would say it's more likely something to do with your player rather than with the camera. Have you tried watching it on a different device?

[@burbs-to-bush-redbakadventures]

@@JordanHetrickthanks for your reply Jordan, I’m viewing and editing on a MacBook Pro M3 , I haven’t given up on it yet although I’m using 2 cameras for the same shots for the time being while using the Hero 12, until I can figure out what the issue is.

[@Samoyloff24]

Просто сделали новую прошивку и назвали это новой камерой 🤦🤣🤣🤣

[@JordanHetrick]

It's definitely similar to the Hero 12, but they did modify the body to reduce overheating. Also, the new lens sensor could not have been accomplished through firmware. But, yes, for the most part, it's close to the 12. Thanks for your comment.

[@chunkstar121]

NOT GOING NEAR IT. EVERY GOPRO IS NOTING BUT PROOBLEMS

[@JordanHetrick]

I feel like there is a lot more negative hype than these cameras deserve. But, thank you for the comment.

[@chunkstar121]

@JordanHetrick my last gopro I had a 11 mini black used it once and tried it again about 5 month later.... it doesn't even turn on! Never again I keep being fooled. Honestly hope they go bust. I can't even contact gopro by phone in the uk

[@baballe]

Vivement la Gopro hero 14 😂🎉

[@JordanHetrick]

Haha. A little early to start calling that one, but I like your enthusiasm!

[@adammcnamara5027]

Hey Jordan, ive had nothing but drama’s since buying the GoPro 11. Ive had the 3, the 7 and 9 and all were amazing and just got old. The 11 flooded after just 3mnth’s (NEVER HAPPENED WITH MY EARLIER MODEL’S) and GoPro happily replaced it with the 12 WHICH JUST FLOODED AGAIN while on holiday in Hawaii. I take good care of my GoPro’s cleaning them and washing them with fresh water. Im hoping they replace this one, is anyone else having this drama ? Im thinking of buying the housing again which i shouldn’t need for a “water proof” camera ?????

[@JordanHetrick]

Wow- you definitely shouldn't need a housing. Where has the water been coming in? I live in Hawaii and use it in the water almost every day without a housing. I've only had one flood when I left the door cracked open. It's tricky to close the side door- I do wish they would make that easier and a brighter color so you really know it's closed! So sorry to hear of your problems, that's not fun! I hope they replace the camera for you, especially being such an avid GoPro user for many years. Thanks for sharing!

[@adammcnamara5027]

@@JordanHetrick yeh it seem’s to be the door where the battery goes, im sure they will replace it as they are and great company and it’s a legit problem. Im alway’s diligent with checking everything before i hit the water and alway’s make sure there is no sand in that battery door.

[@happyguardian2000]

NO MATERIAL DIFFERENCE