Naked GoPro 11: How To Decase A GoPro Hero 11

[@andreaskrause]

Thank you man. You made it easy to follow. Lighting was on point. i also put in the screw on the bottom right. the hole was a little bit aligned. best tutorial so far. next one with fan install and it would be perfect!

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Thank you. That’s why I made this one.

[@ritchiethorn3622]

Any idea where i solder the red and black on the little fan?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I haven’t installed the fan yet. There is not much info on that. I’ll share more once I know more.

[@amsob]

Best video so far, do you already know how to solder the fan?@@MartinWithDroneBuzz

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Thanks, I really appreciate it.

[@AntonEvdakov]

is it compatible ND filter from flywoo to case NameLessRC ? what kind nd filter do you use ?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I haven't tried Flywoo filters on an NamelessRC before. I use the Mavic 2 zoom filters. The Freewell brand fit best.

[@AntonEvdakov]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz in this case no fan ? its ok ? geprc case and fly woo have a fan..is it ok to use without fan ?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@AntonEvdakov yes it is ok to use without the fan. I used it lots without the fan.

[@Marcelo_FPV_LIFE]

Thanks for class! You are very organized. Congrats from Brazil.

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Thank you!

[@JohnyRoger]

hey Friend very helpful video, thank you! I would like to know if I have to install a firmware before to use the QRcontrol to settings

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Yes, install GoPro Labs before taking it apart and before using QRControl.

[@jinxfpv6637]

I've heard the clear plastic cases aren't good because they let light thru and you can get some odd flaring in the sensor, even though it's an enclosed part. Have you found this to be the case?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

No, works fine. No issues for me.

[@jinxfpv6637]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz Thanks! One more question. I just did this with the 11 and nameless bec, but sometimes when I plug in, the power LED will flash three sets of 6 times. It still powers on fine but do you have any idea what that series of flashes means?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I get that sometimes too. Never had a issue with it.

[@jinxfpv6637]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz phew, thank you so much.

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@jinxfpv6637 you’re welcome!

[@SebastienChedalBornu]

This is the cleanest way of decasing the gp9-11 and way less destructive than others with Dremel

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I agree!

[@Netaction]

Great video. At 22:08 you start removing a large plastic piece. Below this piece is a hole in the case. Do you know why? From the outside, there is not one hole but nine (3x3). Do you know what these are made for?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

That where the record button was. I removed it.

[@Netaction]

Not the record button but the piece of plastic below the USB board. There is one hole to the inside of the camera and nine holes on the outside of the camera.

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I can’t remember off the top of my head. I’ll have to look at the case.

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Ok, I just looked at the case. The 3x3 holes are microphone holes.

[@yakuzasolo877]

Spot on tutorial. I am now finally ready to strip down my GoPro. Just on question, can I use any other alcohol to rub the front screen cut I don't have the same Isoproply alcohol. thanks for the video

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Hey! Thanks! Isopropyl alcohol is very strong and that’s key to softening the glue without damaging anything else. However, I haven’t tried any other alcohol. I don’t know if it would work the same.

[@jeramboo8511]

Thanks for the video it helps alot. Would you use any type of coating or think it can cause any overheating?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I used conformal coating on mine. Gives piece of mind when flying through snow and wet areas.

[@zombielover317able]

What exactly helped in the video I don't understand he made a waterproof camera turn into a non waterproof camera that looks like something you could buy out of a claw grab machine for 50 quarters

[@gonzarb93]

Hello sr. Accidently i remove the ribbon on the front screen...any what to pur ññt it back?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@gonzarb93 😬 no, not really. I think AliExpress might sell spare front screens.

[@cliptracer]

Hey, do you think It's possible to replace a camera sensor bus with a longer one? Thanks

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I think there are some you can buy. I haven’t looked at the GoPro 9/10/11 but there were some for the GoPro 8. You may have to look up companies that sell naked GoPros. They usually have modified sensor ribbons.

[@cliptracer]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz thank you!

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Any time!

[@akeealmohammed3341]

Great video! How long can you record 4k @120fps now with the new case? Currently for me max is 17mins on gopro hero 11. Thanks

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I haven’t tested how long. I only record when I’m flying. 10 mins was my longest flight.

[@akeealmohammed3341]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz I think if you made a video with how it take before it over heats. On each of the modes and the frame rates. Just an idea matey

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@akeealmohammed3341 thanks! Good idea.

[@Jun-FPV]

Thanks for the video! I have a question i forgot to install the gopro laps but camera all ready set to my iphone??

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

It should still connect.

[@Jun-FPV]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz Uffff thanks a lot

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@Jun-FPV no problem!

[@randiakustik6897]

thanks for the tutorial. I am a viewer from Indonesia. I want to ask. Is the back LCD of the GoPro Hero 11 the same as the GoPro Hero 9? . the problem is that the rear LCD of my GoPro 11 is broken, the plan is to replace it with a GoPro 9 LCD

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I believe they are since the GoPro 9 to 11s are built the same.

[@precisionsightdrones]

Have you had any issues with a low power error? I have done this conversion with many 9's and with my 11 I can't get the error to go away. I have tried with 4s lipos, that should be enough to power the 11?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I’ve had that message when I wasn’t running GoPro Labs on my GoPros. It usually goes away when you update to the latest GoPro labs.

[@precisionsightdrones]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz is there an easy way to install go pro labs with the converted go pro or am I going to have to put the go pro back together temporarily?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

You just got to hook up the battery tray and rear screen. Then it will work.

[@precisionsightdrones]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz thank you for your help, I really appreciate it.

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Anytime

[@JflowVisuals]

great!!! thank you! do you have any tutorial to install cooler?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Not yet. I do have the fans. I should do one.

[@JflowVisuals]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz thanks for answer 🙏🏻 You think its necessary the fan?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@JflowVisuals I haven’t needed it but some people say they do need one.

[@JflowVisuals]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz thanks man!!

[@fernandoheras4893]

Any link for that super electric screwdriver?! I need one

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

It’s a cheap one from Amazon. Works great and saves time.

[@aut_psycho1711]

Hello So basically it is the same as the hero 10 and the parts for the 10 work also on the 11 ? Thank you in advance!

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Yes, except for the sensor. I think you might not be able to interchange those.

[@TheLeomaul]

What brand bec power for gopro naked u use

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

It’s a namelessRC one. But other brands make the same one or get it from the same supplier.

[@TheLeomaul]

Suport for GoPro 6 basic .for naked projek...or just for GoPro 11

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@TheLeomaul GoPro 6 uses a different BEC. BetaFPV sell those.

[@AmpleLight]

is there a way to remove the lens from the sensor without damaging the sensor? I want to jam it in a telescope.

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

There is a way. I did it on a GoPro Hero 4 to be able to change lenses. I used a kit from there before www.back-bone.ca/gopro-mods/

[@mathewl7427]

Thanks for your tutorials! I actually followed your Hero 10 two weeks ago. Do you notice much of a difference between the 11 and the 10?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

They are very similar. The GoPro 11 has a larger sensor and is 10bit capable but not very noticeable unless you shot in flat colours and do lots of editing after.

[@zombielover317able]

Yeah they give you a list when you buy the GoPro 11 and tells you the differences in between the two I don't think you have to take it apart to see that oh you're looking for cheap electronics most you wouldn't even know a cheap electronic if yit smacked you in the face

[@TheUnknownExplorer666]

Does the GoPro 10 need the front screen to work or can I fully delete it if I'm keeping the back screen ?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Yes, it works without the front screen. You can remove it.

[@TheUnknownExplorer666]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz about to make a dank GoPro 10 cooling solution now lol thanks

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@TheUnknownExplorer666 this is the fan I put on: m.aliexpress.com/item/1005003160534956.html?spm=a2g0n.order_detail.0.0.5643f19cmp68eD

[@TheUnknownExplorer666]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz sadly the main reason I want bare steel is because it needs to passively cool so it don't ruin audio

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@TheUnknownExplorer666 I see

[@allanresurreccion-sg7qu]

does the mini 11 have the same internals? can it be decase?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

No, it is totally different.

[@G1NJO]

do u have problems with overheating?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I added a fan. Without a fan it would only overheat on hot days and in direct sunlight.

[@G1NJO]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz so its 32g with the fan?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

The fan is 1/2 a gram

[@bikingchupei2447]

on the gopro 11 pdf manual, it says the rectangle thing below the power button is the drain microphone, is there actually a microphone there? or is it just to drain water to help the other two microphones to pick up noise faster after being submerged in water?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Yes, there is a microphone behind. It’s one of the microphones I removed in order to get to the front screen.

[@bikingchupei2447]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz thanks for the answer.

[@Photonees]

Does the GoPro ND filter still work on that case?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

It does not. The Mavic 2 Zoom ND filters work on it though.

[@flyingfitzphotography]

Nice! For someone with little experience, would you’d say is OK doing this? Also, are you open for commission if I send you a GoPro?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

If you’ve never done this before. It’s actually pretty easy. The daunting part is realizing you’re taking apart a $600 camera. But the process is simple. If you have the GoPro subscription plus, they will replace a decased GoPro. If that gives you more peace of mind. If you want me to do it, I’m in Canada. Let me know.

[@deedz9465]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz Do you have an email? Happy to business with you. (This is me on a different account)

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@deedz9465 sure, [e-mail]. You can reach me on discord too if that easier. discord.gg/N5YYwyGT

[@ItsRen_FPV]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz i am in canada and i would be interested too i am near montreal !!

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Awesome! Hit me up on discord. discord.gg/y5t2pT2A

[@daanroobrouck8553]

Is it safe to power on the naked GoPro with a 4S LiPo? Wouldn’t that fry the camera?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

The BEC has a voltage regulator. It is rated up to 6S. However, don’t power up the GoPro without the BEC installed.

[@daanroobrouck8553]

Ok sounds good. I followed the video all the way to the end, but wasn’t sure if there would be a regulator in the BEC or not. So I’ll run the current from my 4S through the BEC to the gopro

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Enjoy your new decased GoPro

[@daanroobrouck8553]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz Thanks for the great tutorial

[@TomsPropertyCare]

Can you still salvage your front LCD if you've accidentally separated it with the rubbing alcohol?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

There is a good chance it’s not good anymore. Try it anyways, just in case.

[@TomsPropertyCare]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz Yeah it completely came off the back plate but the white layer was still stuck to it. I'll take a look around and see if any 11 screens exist. Worst case I assume I can run without it.

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@TomsPropertyCare I run mine without. That front screen breaks easily.

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@TomsPropertyCare the front screen or the GoPro is dead?

[@TomsPropertyCare]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz So it all works but it's hard to know if it all works without the screen. >.

[@fpv-hornet7050]

Nice video thank you

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Thanks!

[@frankycro]

Very useful, and nicely done! Did you compared H10 and H11 in terms of dynamic range and picture clarity? I find that H10 has slightly better picture clarity on drone usage, especially for slightly more distant objects, it could be duo to lens factory focus, it looks like H10 is better focused for objects which are more than 2m away while on the H11 more distant objects are a bit blurred and have less detail which is a little disappointing if the camera primary application is on a drone. But it is super sharp on near, for example on 0,5-1m.

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

I haven’t noticed. I will look at it closer. It’s the first time I hear this. You got me curious.

[@frankycro]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz ok, can you do me a favor to let me know your observations here in a comment, when you compare?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@frankycro I could be a faulty GoPro. I’ll let you know what I find.

[@MikoajSzczepka]

Try to lower the resolution and fps, I think that it helps with clarity wchich is kind of strange.

[@frankycro]

@@MikoajSzczepka yes something is very strange with H11, on YT all videos are basically ok, but if we take a closer look at big 4k monitor and RAW footage then something is strange here...

[@G1NJO]

Whats the weight?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

32g

[@1337plans]

Nice !!!!!

[@halowalker797]

Whats the weight?!

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

32g last I weight it.

[@janekhaase4612]

perfect

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Thanks!

[@rodrigoverde705]

Muito bom

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Thanks!

[@reallife649]

weight?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

32g

[@alltj]

I honestly thought the back piece was moulded to the rest of the body… why is everyone putting a dramel and hacksaw to remove the screen… this is so much simpler, safer, non distributive. Thank you

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Yeah, I used a hacksaw the first time because that’s what people said to use. Once I took it apart. I realized that a sharp blade would do just fine.

[@AmpleLight]

how in the hell does a repair job work on an actual gopro tech department, theres no way they are cutting them all apart like this lmao. How would you even attach all the connections back before you ship it out to a customer. Aliens with quantum repair beams?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Hahaha that made my day! I don’t know how they do it. I tried putting one back together. Just don’t put it in the water 🤣🤣🤣

[@garievolutionsoccer3218]

LoL: nice

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

Thanks

[@zombielover317able]

But why is the big question just don't understand why

[@OranJuno]

To put on an FPV drone that can't carry much weight

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@OranJuno that’s correct

[@ar0nis]

how many gramms you win with this!!

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

It’s weights 32g once done.

[@zombielover317able]

Why are there fools in the comments section thanking you telling you that it's you've given them easy instructions to follow so now we got a bunch more dumbasses in the world just going and buying $500 GoPros just to tear him apart what the f*** is going on this isn't a PlayStation where you can upgrade it. The things people do on the internet for clicks it's crazy

[@zombielover317able]

As a child I enjoy tearing everything apart just to see how it work s I guess I just don't get the video I have no understanding why this is occurring at all

[@zombielover317able]

50 people in the comments section thanking you I'm sorry five people in the comment section thanking you for showing them how to destroy their GoPro and none of them can put them back together

[@zombielover317able]

I didn't find anything about this video enjoyable at all. The title of the video should be let me show you how to void the warranty on anything you purchased that's digitally electronically something😂😂😂

[@justinspirational]

Can this be done with hero 11 mini as well?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

No, the GoPro mini 11 is built totally differently.

[@justinspirational]

@@MartinWithDroneBuzz you think someone will name a naked case for it?

[@MartinWithDroneBuzz]

@@justinspirational here are a few people that are posting about their progress on a 11 mini case on the cinewhoopers group on Facebook.