What's in the box?
GoPro HD HERO Camera Rechargeable 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery Waterproof Quick-Release Housing (180’/60 m) Curved, 3M™ Adhesive Mount Quick-Release Buckle USB Cable Component Video (HDTV) Cable Composite Video + Audio Out Cable 12 Months Warranty

 

To get started, DCW recommends....

 

... extra memory for video	Secure Digital Cards are available in standard speed, or other options include USB connectivity and high speed cards.  High Speed cards are required for recording High Definition Video (on compatible camcorders)
... a spare battery
... a cleaning kit
... a carry case

 

Take your videography to the next level with these optional accessories

 

Click for products: Cases & Straps Lenses Mounts Power Protection Waterproof

 

Specifications

Camera Optics

• Lens Type: Fixed Focus (2ft/.6m – 8), glass
• Aperture: f/2.8 (high performance in low-light situations)
• Angle of View: 170º ultra wide angle in WVGA, 720p, or 960p mode
• Angle of View: 127º wide angle in 1080p mode

Video

• HD Video Resolution Modes: (subject to change, pending final firmware release)
  • 1080p = 1920x1080 pixels (16:9), 30 fps, 15 Mbit/s data rate
  • 960p = 1280x960 pixels (4:3), 30 fps, 12 Mbit/s data rate
  • 720p = 1280x720 pixels (16:9), 60 fps, 15 Mbit/s data rate
  • 720p = 1280x720 pixels (16:9), 30 fps, 8 Mbit/s data rate
  • WVGA = 848x480 pixels (16:9), 60 fps, 8 Mbit/s data rate
• Sensor Type: 1/2.5" HD CMOS, 2.2µm-sized pixels
• Light Sensitivity: Super low-light sensitivity (>1.4 V/lux-sec)
• Video Format: H.264 compression, saved as Windows- & Mac-compatible MPEG4 (.mp4) file
• Exposure Control: Auto with user selectable center weighted average and spot metering settings
• White Balance: Auto

Audio

• Microphone: Built-in, mono with AGC (automatic gain control)
• Audio Format: 48 kHz, AAC audio compression

Photo

• Resolution: 5 megapixel
• Capture Modes: Single shot, photo every 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 secs.; 3 photo burst; self-timer

Storage

• Memory: SD card, up to 32GB capacity (SDHC)
• Average recording times (using 32GB SD card):
  • 1080p (30 fps): 4h 21m
  • 960p (30 fps): 5h 26m
  • 720p (60 fps): 4h 21
  • 720p (30 fps): 8h 09m
  • WVGA (60 fps): 8h 09m

Camera Connectors & Cables

• PC Connection: USB 2.0 (data connection and battery charging)
• HDTV Out: HD NTSC & PAL (component cable incl.)
• Audio Out: Combo 2.5mm jack with stereo audio and composite video out
• PC Compatibility: Windows® Vista or Windows® 7; Mac OS® X 10.4.11 and later

Power & Battery

• Battery Type: Rechargeable 1100 mAh lithium-ion
• Battery Life: Approx. 2.5 hrs
• Charging: via USB to computer or optional power adapter
• Charge Time: 80% capacity after 1 hour with optional power adapter; or 2 hours with a computer’s USB port

Waterproof Camera Housing

• Depth Rating: Up to 180 feet / 60 meters
• Construction: Polycarbonate and stainless steel
• Hardware: Stainless steel

Size & Weight

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.6” x 2.4” x 1.2” (42mm x 60mm x 30mm)
• Weight: 3.3oz (94g) incl. battery, 5.9oz (167g) incl. housing

Optional Accessories

• Additional Rechargable 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery (not yet available for pre-order)
• Full Line of Mounting Accessories

Optional Expansion BacPacs™

An innovative expansion port on the back of the camera, the HERO Bus™ accepts optional Expansion BacPacs to expand
the functionality of HD HERO cameras:

• LCD BacPac for on-camera preview and playback (not yet available for pre-order)
• Endurance Battery BacPac for double battery life (not yet available for pre-order)
• More BacPacs and expansion devices coming soon