GoPro HD HERO2: Outdoor Edition (New Model)
Product Details
- Product Dimensions: 3.9 x 3.9 x 9.6 inches ; 1.7 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
- Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
- ASIN: B005WY3TI4
- Item model number: CHDOH-002
- Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
By : GoPro
Price : $299.99
Product Description
Style: Outdoor
From the Manufacturer
GoPro cameras are used by more professional athletes, sports filmmakers and core enthusiasts than any other camera in the world. The HD HERO2: Outdoor Edition is the most advanced GoPro camera yet. Wearable and gear mountable, waterproof to 197′ (60m), capable of capturing professional full 170º wide angle 1080p video and 11 megapixel photos at a rate of 10 photos per second, the HD HERO2 is the world’s most versatile camera. Whether your goal is to capture a great day out with friends or you’re gunning for the cover of a magazine, the HD HERO2: Outdoor Edition can help you nail it and look like a HERO.
2X MORE POWERFUL IN EVERY WAY:
What's in the Box
- Simple Language-Based User Interface
- 2X Sharper Professional Glass Lens
- 2x Faster Image Processor
- 11MP Sensor
- Full Wide 170º, Medium 127º, Narrow 90º FOV (Field of View) in 1080p and 720p
- Professional Low Light Performance
- 11MP, 8MP and 5MP Photos with Full 170º and Medium 127º FOV
- 10 Photos Per Second Burst
- 1 Photo Every 0.5 Seconds Time-Lapse Mode
- Natural and High Wind Audio Modes
- 3.5mm Stereo External Microphone Input
- Wi-Fi BacPac + Wi-Fi Remote Compatible
- Long range remote control of multiple cameras
- Wi-Fi Video Preview + Playback on Smartphone / Tablet / Computer
- Live streaming to the web
- 1 11MP HD HERO2 Camera
- 1 Waterproof Housing (197′ / 60m)
- 1 HD Skeleton Backdoor
- 1 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- 1 USB Cable
- 1 Vented Helmet Strap
- 1 Head Strap
- 2 Curved Surface Adhesive Mounts
- 2 Flat Surface Adhesive Mounts
- 1 Three-Way Pivot Arm
- Assorted Mounting Hardware
HD HERO2 Professional
HD HERO Original
HD Hero 960
Features
Image Quality
Glass LensLow Light Performance
2x SharperProfessional
SharpStandard
SharpStandard
MegaPixels
11, 8, 5 MPWide 170º FOVMedium 127º FOV
5 MPWide 170º FOV
5 MPWide 170º FOV
Modes
Single10 Photos in 1 SecTime-Lapse every 0.5, 1, 2, 10, 30, 60Self-Timer
Single3 Photos in 2 SecTime-Lapse every 1, 2, 10, 30, 60Self-Timer
Single3 Photos in 2 SecTime-Lapse every 1, 2, 10, 30, 60Self Timer
Video Resolution / FPS / FOV
1080p
1920x1080 / 16:9Wide 170º FOVMedium 127º FOVNarrow 90º FOV30 FPS
1920x1080 / 16:9Medium 127º FOV30 FPS
Not Compatible
960p
1280x960 / 4:3Wide 170º FOV48 FPS30 FPS
1280x960 / 4:3Wide 170º FOV30 FPS
1280x960 / 4:3Wide 170º FOV30 FPS
720p
1280x720 / 16:9Wide 170º FOVMedium 127º FOVNarrow 90º FOV30 FPS60 FPS
1280x720 / 16:9Wide 170º FOV30 FPS60 FPS
1280x720 / 16:9Wide 170º FOV30 FPS
WVGA
848x480 / 16:9Wide 170º FOVMedium 127º FOV120 FPS60 FPS
848x480 / 16:9Wide 170º FOV60 FPS
848x480 / 16:9Wide 170º FOV60 FPS
Usability
User Interface
Simple Language-Based Interface
3-Digit Code Interface
3-Digit Code Interface
LED Lights
4 (On all Sides)
1
1
Audio
Natural Sound Mode + High Wind Mode
High Wind Mode
High Wind Mode
Inputs
Mini-HDMI Port, Composite Port, USB, SD, HERO Port, 3.5mm External Stero Mic Input
Composite Port, Component Port, USB, SD, HERO Port
Composite Port, Component Port, USB, SD
Average Battery Life
2.5 hrs
2.5 hrs
2.5 hrs
Simultaneous Record + Charge
Yes
Yes
Yes
Compatibility
Wi-Fi BacPac + Remote
Wi-Fi BacPac + Wi-Fi Remote CompatibleWi-Fi Remote Control via Smartphone / Tablet /Computer AppWi-Fi Video Preview + Playback On Smartphone /Tablet / ComputerWi-Fi Streaming to Web
Wi-Fi BacPac + Wi-Fi Remote CompatibleWi-Fi Remote control via Smartphone / Tablet / computer App
Not Compatible
Other GoPro BacPacs
LCD BacPac, Battery BacPac, 3D HERO System,Wi-Fi BacPac, Wi-Fi Remote
LCD BacPac, Battery BacPac, 3D HERO System,Wi-Fi BacPac (Control Only), Wi-Fi Remote (Control Only)
Not Compatible
GoPro spared no-expense engineering the HD HERO2. The result is arguably the most versatile, powerful and easy to use camera in the world.
Product Details
- Product Dimensions: 3.9 x 3.9 x 9.6 inches ; 1.7 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
- Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
- ASIN: B005WY3TI4
- Item model number: CHDOH-002
- Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
Technical Details
- 2X Sharper Professional Glass Lens than the GoPro HD Hero Camera
- 10 Photos Per Second Burst
- VIDEO: HD Resolutions: 1080P 30 FPS, 960P 30 and 48 FPS, 720P 30 and 60 FPS
- PHOTO RESOLUTIONS: 11MP, 8MP, 5 MP
- Wi-Fi BacPacTM + Wi-Fi RemoteTM Compatible: Long range remote control of multiple cameras, Wi-Fi Video Preview + Playback on Smartphone /and Medium 127o FOVVIDEO
Costumer Reviews
Quick Summary:
Hero2 is clearly better than the original HD Hero in many areas. The price difference is justifiable although $300 was bit too much for my wallet. I am still happy with the purchase. If you are choosing between Original HD Hero and Hero2, I would get Hero2 for better low light performance. I would not use this camera for photos like point and shoot camera unless there is lots of light and steady mount to take time-lapse photos.
Pros Over the Original HD Hero:
low light. Especially at 60fps in low light, I see huge difference.
Video is sharper. I am not sure about 2X though.
Auto White balance is much better in low light.
The Running LED light on the back side. I do not care about the top and bottom ones.
Motion is clearer and less motion blur due to faster shutter speed I think.
Auto Exposure is more accurate.
Improved dynamic range. I see good detail in shadow areas.
Config LCD is easier to use.
120fps!
I can use the same protective cases and mounts on Hero2.
And other neat features like 10fps photos and more.
Pros Over Other Action Cameras like Contour HD series, Tachyon HD series, Bullet HD series, Midland XTC series, and Oregon Scientific ATC-9K
Most action cameras use microSD card which is little more expensive and easy to lose. GoPro sticks with Full SD card. That is great!
There are other action cameras that are on par with the original HD, but this Hero2 is one step ahead of other competitors. There are no better action cameras in terms of video quality than Hero2 as of 11/10/2011.
As far as I have seen videos of other products, Hero2 handles the best in high contrast scene and low light.
Rolling shutter issue seems well controlled compared to other cameras.
Temporary Cons (Gopro says a new firmware will fix the following items):
No support for 127º and 90º FOV at 720P even though that was specified.
3D is not supported yet.
Cons:
Flimsy battery cover.
Built quality is good, but for $300, they can do better IMO.
No in-camera exposure adjustments like Contour HD.
Config LCD is better than the original, but it is still hard to adjust.
No underwater lens or case option that fixes the underwater blur issue directly from Gopro. There are 3rd party options available, but they are not perfect. They are either too big or have vignetting at 170º. If GoPro is putting underwater footage on their boxes and the promo-videos, they should provide some kind of underwater solution.
120fps is great, but you need lots of light. Well I guess we knew that.
As we know, this is not an indoor camera. Even though video is pretty good indoor, photos are pretty noisy and blurry due to use of slow shutter speed. For time-lapse movies, slow shutter and motion blur are welcome though.
Audio is still the same OK quality as the Original HD Hero. There is a stereo mic jack, but to use it, we have to buy another special case that has a opening on the side.
Price. There are no other action/wearable cameras better than Gopro HD Hero2 at this time, so the price can be justified. However, when I look at Panasonic TS3 at $260 with metal body, GPS, and all the other features, huh... this is a pretty expensive plastic camera that has only two buttons from China. I am sure the profit margin on this camera is huge!
Wish list:
Standard 1/4" 20tpi thread on the body would be nice.
Different color bodies. It is not a big deal, but I would like it in black or camu for hunting and fishing.
Electric or Software Image Stabilization: I see other cheaper video cameras have this feature. Any action cameras without it disparately need image stabilized, so viewers do not get motion sickness.
A small Built-in LCD for liveview and playback would be nice. The LCD Backpac makes the camera too thick.
Would like to know how to shoot and edit a video like the Hero2 promotional video!
Non-scientific Test:
I compared the original GoPro HD Hero1080P/127º and Hero21080P/170º against Nikon D70001080P with 8mm Fisheye lensF3.5 in low light condition. Original GoPro could not capture most of the low light scene. GoPro Hero2 got it fine, but it was bit noisier than D7000. Assuming D7000 has jerky motion at 24fps, overall I liked Hero2's color rendition better than D7000.
The previous hdhero was the consensus best helmet cam on the market and now with the hdhero2 there is absolutely no doubt which one is best. These are just the imporvements that are relevant to me:
1. The screen is MUCH easier to navigate through and gives you a lot more info while filming than the previous hdhero. Resolution, wide angle/medium wide angle, battery life, remaining recording time on sd card, mode, and record time are all on the screen at the same time.
2. The beeping is louder. With the previous gopro if you had the waterproof housing on it was hard to hear. Not anymore.
3.New super slow mo option. You can now shoot at standard definition at 120 frames a second which lets you play back at incredibly slow mo. On the previous go pro the maximum was 60 frames per second. So you can now go twice as slow.
4. If I'm not mistaken this motorsports editin comes with more mounting hardware than the original hdhero.
Although this is advertised as having a lens that's 2x clearer than the original hdhero I really can't tell a difference. The hdhero had great 1080p quality, not much to improve on there.
There wasn't much to improve on over the previous gopro and now there's even less. I have no idea what they are going to do for the hero3. 120 frames per second in 720p I guess. GPS speedometer would be cool.
Anyway, if you can afford this, get this. Don't even look at the other helmet cams. If you can't afford this then get the previous hdhero as it is now on sale and is better than any of the other options. The only helmet cam that offers something that hdheros don't is the contour hd with gps.
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