GoPro HD Helmet HERO Camera

by GoPro

Product Details

• Item Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B002VA56I8
• Item model number: CHDHH-001
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #166 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)

  #14 in	Camera & Photo > Camcorders > Flash Memory
  #6 in	Sports & Outdoors > Outdoor Recreation > Climbing
  #24 in	Camera & Photo > Camcorders > High Definition

• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

Color: One Color | Size: One Size

From the Manufacturer

"This is the best sports cam I've ever used." Gizmodo's Best Gadgets, 2009

The World's Highest Performance Wearable 1080p HD Video & 5MP Photo Camera

Full HD Video, 3 Flavors - The HD Helmet HERO offers three different HD resolutions, giving you three filming modes to capture the best angles for any given activity: 1080p (127º angle @ 30 fps, 16:9 aspect ratio), 960p (170º angle @ 30 fps, 4:3 aspect ratio), and 720p (170º angle @ 30 OR 60 fps, 16:9 aspect ratio). 5MP Photos, Automatically - Shoot hands-free, 5 megapixel photos automatically at 2 / 5 / 10 / 30 / and 60 second intervals until the batteries die or the SD card is full (2.5 hours). Or set it to single shot, triple shot, or self timer for more traditional photo taking. Audio Excellence - We’ve invested more in the HD HERO camera's sound system than most companies spend on their entire camera development. You’ll only be hearing the sounds of your sport, not the howl of the wind. How? Obsessive audio engineering and an understanding that good sound is as important as good video. Shockproof & Waterproof to 180' (60m) - Proven in heavy surf from Hawaii to Tahiti, Southern Mexico to Northern California, HD HERO cameras can handle it thanks their highly engineered polycarbonate exoskeletal housing. Ready for action ranging from scuba diving to dirt track racing, and tough enough to take a spin across the asphalt, GoPros are built to take a beating & keep filming. Replacement lens kits & housings are available, so there’s little worry while going for glory - even while diving with sharks. Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery, Built-in Warmer - The rechargeable 1100mAh lithium-ion battery (included) lasts for 2.5 hours of constant recording. It can be recharged to 80% capacity in just 2 hours when plugged into a computer’s USB port, or in 1 hour when plugged into a USB compatible wall or car charger. Camera can also be used while charging, and features an integrated battery heating system for keeping your battery warm in winter activities. Shoot 8+ hrs of HD Video with 32GB SD Card - Media saved to SD card, up to 32GB capacity (SDHC). Average recording times using a 32GB card: 1080p @ 30fps = 4h 21m, 960p @ 30fps = 5h 26m, 720p @ 60fps = 4h 21m, 720p @ 30fps = 8h 09m, WVGA @ 60fps = 8h 09m. Editor's Choice Award - Video Camera Category, Backpacker Magazine, April 2009

What's Included: A Complete HD Helmet Camera Mounting System

Included are mounts for attaching the camera to 2 curved, solid helmets, two flat surfaces such as snowboard or vehicle hood, a head strap allowing you to wear the camera like a headlamp, and a lace-through strap-mount designed for vented helmets. Waterproof camera housing, cables, & battery also included. SD card sold separately.

	1 HD HERO Camera -- The HD HERO camera is compatible with all other GoPro HERO camera mounting accessories, so it's very easy to expand the functionality of your camera to also suction cup to vehicles, clamp to bike handlebars and seat posts, mount to surfboards, and even be worn on the wrist or chest.
	1 Shockpoof & Waterproof Camera Housing -- Waterproof to 180' (60m) & semi-indestructible polycarbonate camera housing protects your HD HERO & your footage from the elements & any unforseen tumbles or crashes, while also attaching to various mounting locations via a quick-release clip. Change mount locations with ease, and charge it without fear.
	1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery -- Comes with an 80% charge out of the box, ready to go! Provides approx. 2.5hrs of record on a full charge.
	USB, HDTV, & Composite Video+Audio Out Cables -- All the cables you need to download & output photos, video & audio are included: 1 USB cable to download raw .mp4 files to your computer, 1 component video (HDTV) cable, and 1 composite video + audio out cable. Each has a port on side of camera as shown.
	1 Head-Strap Mount -- For times when a helmet isn't necessary, but you still want the perspective of a first-person head cam, the GoPro head-strap mount hooks you up. Just slip it over your head or knit cap, and adjust to fit.
	6 Different Helmet Mounts + Extra Quick-Release Buckle -- The HD Helmet HERO empowers you to rig multiple surfaces with mounts and quickly move the camera between filming locations depending on your chosen activity. 2 curved adhesive mounts for solid helmets, 2 flat adhesive mounts for boards, walls, or car hoods, 1 three-way pivot arm for dialing in the right angle, & 1 strap-mount for vented helmets used in cycling & mountain biking.

Product Description

Developed for the consumer and proven by professionals, GoPro's HD Hero Cameras are the world's most advanced line of waterproof, full HD 1080p cameras designed to be used during sports. With amazing clarity, stability, and slow-motion capabilities, these cameras record your sport's most exciting moments in professional quality HD video and automatically-captured 5 megapixel still photos. HD HERO products can shoot video or photos from your point-of-view, mounted on your helmet, body, car, motorcycle, surfboard, or other equipment. And GoPro's 170 wide-angle lens (the industry's widest) even lets you take shots of yourself during your activity. All captured hands-free, while you stay focused on your activity.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great HD Camera for Adventure Minded People, January 26, 2010

By	technojerry "technojerry" (Ridgecrest, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: GoPro HD Helmet HERO Camera (Electronics)

I have used this camera a couple of times since receiving it for Christmas. I have used both the strap mount for my vented bicycle helmet as well as the permanent stick on mount for my dual sport motorcycle helmet. In both cases, the mounts work as well as the camera. I still have the previous generation GoPro HERO in standard definition, but not in the wide field of view lens configuration like the current HD version. I like the wide field of view of this HD model. It is great at giving a very good view of both the trail as will as your handlebar movements while riding both my mountain bike or motorcycle. The quality of the video is fantastic. The files do get large, but that is to be expected with the high resolution of this camera. I have been using a 16GB SDHC card and have filed up about half of it on one battery charge. I would recommend a high speed card reader to improve the download times from the card. A 12 min video was nearly a gigabyte. The battery last I think longer than the previous standard definition camera which ran on AAA batteries. I think that I will buy an additional battery someday for long rides with lots of action.

The only reason I have not given it a full 5 stars is the difficulty in reading the small status screen with all the various modes it has. The same issue I have with the standard definition HERO. The icons that tell you if you are in burst, still, timed, or video mode are very small across the top of the display. The numbers to tell you the number of pictures or videos taken are much larger. It is just difficult if you have the camera mounted on top of your helmet and you try and look in the mirror on your bike to see if the camera is on and what mode it is. You have to use the select button on the front to both turn the camera on and select the right mode. The shutter button is on top and is easy to operator even with gloves. It is not difficult to read the display if you are holding the camera in front of you, but much more difficult when mounted on top of your helmet. You can unclip the camera from the mount, but that can be difficult when it is on top of your helmet.

I am looking forward to the expansion port options being available, like the LCD screen to view the videos in the field. I am also thinking of investing in the chest strap mount so I can get different view over the handle bars as will as making it easier to see the small status display. Other than the small icons telling you which mode, this is a very nice camera that takes very high quality action videos. It is very small and light and easy to use when you have it in the right mode. I would highly recommend this camera to anyone wanting action videos of their bicycling, motorcycle, or skiing activities.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Does a great job, but..., April 2, 2010

By	George Marinich "..." - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: GoPro HD Helmet HERO (Misc.)

I've used the HD Hero quite a few times now, and as the other reviews said, it does a very nice job. It's nice and compact, seems to be quite tough, and takes really nice hands-free POV stills and video. There are a few things I've had to look out for, however. One is that with the wide angle lens and no way to see what the camera is seeing, it's very common to get "warped" shots - ones where the horizon bends drastically up or down. It's the nature of the lens, of course, but something to look out for. If you can get it pointed properly the shots come out very nicely. The screen for settings is also barely usable. It's simple enough to use, but difficult to see. With the case on the buttons don't feel very positive, so once in a while I find that I didn't actually start the camera rolling. As a result just about every clip I take starts and ends with me looking at the camera to make sure it's on or off. Not a huge deal, but shouldn't be necessary either.

The other issues are ones that I think can easily be fixed by GoPro. First, the battery on mine is far more difficult to remove than any other camera I've had. It seems to be partly due to the slick coating on the battery label, and partly due to the way the battery snaps in. It's not a big deal when you're in the house, but out in the field changing a battery can be a challenge. Similarly, the memory card is a bit tougher to get out than on any of my other cameras. Again, not a problem in the house, but more tricky than it should be when you're trying to quickly swap cards so you can keep shooting. The gizmos that connect the camera to your helmet (I also got a bike clamp) are all plastic, and would benefit by a more rubberized surface or something. It seems like it would be very easy to over tighten the clamps (trying to get the whole setup to hold still) and break the plastic. I have a few ideas to work around that, but haven't had a chance to try them out yet.

Image quality is better than I expected for both video and stills. I saw the online samples, which are good, but the real deal is even better. Overall this camera is great fun to use, and since it fits in my pocket I find myself taking it with me often. If you want a camera that you won't have to worry about knocking around and getting wet, this is a great choice.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars the mouse that roared, February 3, 2010

By	Frank Loose (Lawrenceville, GA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: GoPro HD Helmet HERO Camera (Electronics)

I can't agree with the previous poster who said there is no support at GoPro. I have left four voice messages and all four calls were returned within the same business day. At their web site, download the PDF parts manual, and on the last page they list their phone number. Regarding the camera, I just received mine and have not used it on a job yet, but the tests I have shot so far look quite nice. It is impressive for such a little guy and for such a reasonable cost.

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