GoPro HERO 8 Waterproof Action Camera with Touch Screen 4K Ultra HD Video User Manual
- September 17, 2024
- GoPro
Table of Contents
HERO 8 Waterproof Action Camera with Touch Screen 4K Ultra HD Video
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Specifications
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Model: GoPro Hero 8 Black
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Display: Touch screen
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Video Resolutions: Various options including Slo-Mo,
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Photo Resolution: Megapixels up to LiveBurst
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Battery: Rechargeable
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Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
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Memory: MicroSD card slot
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Waterproof: Suitable for use in and around water
Product Usage Instructions
Setting Up Your Camera
1. Insert a MicroSD card into the designated slot.
2. Install the rechargeable battery properly.
3. Update your camera’s software for optimal performance.
4. Power on your GoPro by pressing the designated button.
Getting to Know Your GoPro
– Utilize the touch screen for navigation and settings
adjustments.
– Explore different capture modes for various shooting
scenarios.
– Customize presets to suit your preferences.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How do I connect my GoPro to other devices?
A: To connect to other devices, navigate to the Bluetooth
settings on your GoPro and select the desired device to pair
with.
Q: How do I update the camera’s software?
A: To update the software, ensure your GoPro is connected to a
stable Wi-Fi network and navigate to the settings menu to check for
updates.
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GOPRO HERO 8 BLACK USER MANUAL
Quick Links
Meet Your Hero8 Black Setting up Your Camera Getting to Know Your Gopro
Connecting to Other Devices
Table of Contents
Table of Contents Product view and parts identification Meet Your HERO8 Black
MicroSD cards Setting Up Your Camera
Reachargeable battery MicroSD card + battery set up Updating your camera’s
software Powering on Powering off
Getting to Know Your GoPro
Using the touch screen Capture modes Getting the shot Capture screen Changing
presets Customizing the presets Restoring presets to their original settings
Navigating with the buttons Creating your own presets
Customizing Your GoPro
Deleting your preset Suggested settings Personalizing your on-screen shortcuts
Using QuikCapture
Taking time lapse with QuikCapture Turning off QuikCapture
Adding HiLight Tags
Locking the orientation Setting landscape lock
Setting the Screen Orientation
Cinematic Standard (default) Activity
Recording Video
On-screen shortcuts Slo-Mo Digital Lenses HyperSmooth Boost Touch Zoom Mode
(available when creating a custom preset) Looping
Video Settings
Resolutions (RES) Lens Clips Interval (looping) Zoom LiveBurst Burst Night
Taking Photos
Photo Timer Output
Photo Settings
Megapixels (LiveBurst) Timer TimeWarp 2.0 Night lapse
Capturing Time Lapse Using Touch Zoom Time Lapse Settings
Format (Time Lapse, Night Lapse) Setting up a live stream
Live Streaming Setting exposure control using Auto Exposure Exposure Control
Setting exposure control using Locked Exposure Turning Exposure Control Off
Connecting to an External Microphone
Controlling The Camera With Your Voice Turning Voice Control on + off
Capturing with Voice Control List of voice commands Using Mode Commands
Changing your voice control language Complete list of commands Turning on the
Camera with Your Voice
Playing Back Your Media
Using gallery view Deleting multiple files Viewing videos + photos on a mobile
device Viewing videos and photos on a computer Connecting to the GoPro app
Connecting to Other Devices
Connecting to Bluetooth devices Setting the connection speed Finding the Best
Shots Creating a video story
Transferring Your Media
Transferring from your SD card Auto uploading to the cloud Manually uploading
to the cloud Accessing your cloud media Turning off auto upload Connecting to
a different wireless network Changing your GoPro Plus preferences Using the
Dashboard
Setting Your Preferences
Connection status GoPro’s wireless connections Changing preferences Anti-
Flicker Video Compression Time and Date Date Format Voice Control
Touch screen Screen Saver Brightness GPS Audio Input Input/Output HDMI Output
About Reset Camera is too hot message
Important Messages
Repairing your file message Memory card full message Batter low, powering off
message Resetting connections Resetting the camera tips Restore presets to the
defaults
Resetting Your Camera Restoring factory settings Mounting Your GoPro
Using the mounting fingers Using the adhesive mounts Using the camera in and
around water
Removing the Door Reattaching the Door Maintenance
Recording when plugged into a power source Maximizing battery life
Battery Information
Battery Storage and Handling Battery disposal
Troubleshooting Video resolusion (Res) Tech Specs: Video
Frames per second (FPS) Resolution + FPS
Aspect ratio Digital lenses (video) Hero8 Black Video Settings High
Resolutions/High Frame Rates HyperSmooth 2.0 video stabilization Auto Low
Light Looping interval SuperPhoto Local Tone Mapping No Additional Processing
Tech Specs: Photo
High Dynamic Range (HDR) Turning On SuperPhoto Burst rate Shutter speed (night
- night lapse photo) Digital lenses (photo) Raw format TimeWarp 2.0 video
speed
Tech Specs: Time Lapse
Video resolution (TimeWarp 2.0, time lapse video) Time Lapse Interval Time Lapse Video Recording Time Night lapse interval Bit rate
Tech Specs: Protune
Color White Balance ISO Minimum/Maximum Shutter Exposure Value Compensation (EV COMP) Sharpness RAW Audio Wind-noise reduction
Customer Support Trademarks Regulatory Information
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Contents
Meet Your HERO8 Black
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Setting Up Your Camera
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Getting to Know Your GoPro
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Customizing Your GoPro
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Using QuikCapture
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Adding HiLight Tags
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Setting the Screen Orientation
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Recording Video
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Video Settings
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Taking Photos
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Photo Settings
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Capturing Time Lapse
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Time Lapse Settings
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Live Streaming
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Exposure Control
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Connecting to an External Microphone
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Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice
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Playing Back Your Media
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Connecting to Other Devices
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Contents
Transferring Your Media
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Setting Your Preferences
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Important Messages
93
Resetting Your Camera
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Mounting Your GoPro
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Removing the Door
102
Maintenance
104
Battery Information
105
Troubleshooting
108
Tech Specs: Video
109
Tech Specs: Photo
120
Tech Specs: Time Lapse
125
Tech Specs: Protune
130
Customer Support
138
Trademarks
138
Regulatory Information
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HERO8 Black–Regulatory Model Number SPJB1
Meet Your HERO8 Black
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1. Shutter Button 2. Door 3. Door Latch 4. Status Light 5. Status Screen
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6. microSDTM Card Slot 7. Battery 8. USB-C Port 9. Microphone 10. Folding Fingers
Meet Your HERO8 Black
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11. Mode Button 12. Speaker 13. Touch Screen
Learn how to use the accessories that came with your GoPro. See Mounting Your
GoPro (starting page 97).
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Setting Up Your Camera
MICROSD CARDS You’ll need a microSD card (sold separately) to save your videos
and photos. Use a brand-name card that fits these requirements: · microSD,
microSDHCTM, or microSDXCTM · Class 10 or UHS-I rating · Capacity up to 256GB
For a list of recommended microSD cards, visit gopro.com/microsdcards. Heads
Up: Be sure your hands are clean and dry before handling your SD card. Check
the manufacturer’s guidelines to see your card’s acceptable temperature range
and other important information. PRO TIP: Keep your SD card in good condition
by reformatting it regularly. This will erase all of your media, so be sure to
save it first. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences >
Reset > Format SD Card. To learn how to save your videos and photos, see
Transferring Your Media (page 79).
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Setting Up Your Camera
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY For maximum performance, be sure to use the GoPro
Rechargeable Battery (HERO8 Black/HERO7 Black/HERO6 Black) with your new
GoPro. Although older GoPro and non-GoPro batteries may fit in your HERO8
Black, they will greatly limit your camera’s performance. PRO TIP: There’s an
easy way to check your battery’s status and make sure you’re using the right
one. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > About >
Battery Info.
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Setting Up Your Camera
MICROSD CARD + BATTERY SETUP 1. Unlock the door latch and flip the door open.
2. With your camera off, insert the SD card into the card slot with the label
facing the battery compartment.
You can eject the card by pressing it into the slot with your fingernail.
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3. Insert the battery.
4. Connect your camera to a USB charger or computer using the included USB-C
cable.
It takes about 2 hours for the battery to fully charge. The camera status
light will turn off when it’s done. To learn more, see Battery Information
(page 105). PRO TIP: For the fastest charging, use the GoPro Supercharger
(sold separately).
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Setting Up Your Camera
5. Unplug the cable and shut the door when charging is complete. Be sure the
door latch is closed and locked before using your camera.
6. Press the door hinge to ensure a tight seal.
WARNING: Your camera’s door is removable. Be sure that it is locked, sealed,
and waterproof by checking the door latch and pressing the hinge after closing
the door.
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Setting Up Your Camera
UPDATING YOUR CAMERA’S SOFTWARE To get the latest features and best
performance from your GoPro, make sure it’s using the most current software.
Updating With the GoPro App 1. Download the app from the Apple© App Store© or
Google PlayTM. 2. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to connect your
camera
to your mobile device. If new camera software is available, the app will tell
you how to install it. Updating Manually 1. Visit gopro.com/update. 2. Choose
HERO8 Black from the list of cameras. 3. Select Update your camera manually
and follow the instructions. PRO TIP: Want to know what software version
you’re using? Here’s where you can find out. 1. Swipe down to access the
Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Connections > Camera Info.
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Getting to Know Your GoPro
POWERING ON Press the Mode button
to turn on your HERO8 Black.
POWERING OFF Press and hold the Mode button
for 3 seconds to turn it off.
3s
WARNING: Use caution when using your GoPro and its mounts and accessories.
Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injuring yourself and others. Be
sure to follow all local laws including all privacy laws, which may restrict
recording in certain areas.
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USING THE TOUCH SCREEN Tap Select an item to turn it on or off.
Swipe Left or Right Switch between Video, Photo, and Time Lapse modes.
Swipe Down From the Edge of the Screen Open the Dashboard when your camera is
in a landscape orientation.
Swipe Up From the Edge of the Screen See the last photo or video you captured
and access the Media Gallery.
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Press and Hold the Capture Screen Turn on and adjust Exposure Control. Press
and Hold Any Back Arrow Skip back to the main capture, Media Gallery, or
Dashboard screen.
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Getting to Know Your GoPro
CAPTURE MODES Your GoPro has three main capture modes.
VIDEO
Change modes by swiping left or right to the one you want. Video Includes
Standard, Activity, Cinematic, and Slo-Mo presets. To learn more, see
Recording Video (page 39). Photo Includes Photo, LiveBurst, Burst, and Night
presets. To learn more, see Taking Photos (page 48). Time Lapse Includes
TimeWarp Video, Time Lapse, and Night Lapse presets. To learn more, see
Capturing Time Lapse (page 57). PRO TIP: With the camera on, you can press the
Mode button to switch modes.
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Getting to Know Your GoPro
GETTING THE SHOT 1. Simply press the Shutter button
to start recording.
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2. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording (Video, Time Lapse, and Live Streaming only).
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CAPTURE SCREEN This screen gives you access to your camera’s capture settings.
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Standard
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1080 | 60 | W
1. Current Mode (Video, Photo, or Time Lapse) 2. Recording Time/Photos
Remaining 3. Customizable On-Screen Shortcuts 4. Capture Settings 5. Battery
Status
Heads Up: The capture settings are not available when you turn your GoPro to
take portrait shots. Be sure to choose the settings you want before rotating
your camera.
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Getting to Know Your GoPro
CHANGING PRESETS Each capture mode has presets that make it easy to switch
back and forth between the best mode and settings for your shot. They make
getting the shot you want as simple as possible. 1. Tap the capture settings.
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2. Tap the preset that you want. All of the preset’s settings will be locked into your camera and ready to go.
VIDEO
Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide
Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Cinematic 4K | 30 | Linear
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CUSTOMIZING THE PRESETS You can change the settings in your presets with just
a few taps. 1. Tap next to the preset you want to adjust.
VIDEO Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView Cinematic 4K |
30 | Linear
2. Tap the setting that you want to change.
STANDARD
RES | FPS 1080 | 60
Low Light On
Lens Wide
Zoom 1.0x
HyperSmooth Boost
Clips Off
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The on-screen instructions will give you a rundown of your options.
DIGITAL LENS Wide Large field of view that captures as much as possible in the
frame.
For details on settings, see Tech Specs (starting page 109). 3. Scroll down for the more advanced settings.
On
1.0x
PROTUNE
Bit Rate Low
White Balance
Shutter Auto
ISO Min
Off
EV Comp 0
ISO Max
For details on all advanced settings, see Protune (starting page 130).
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4. Tap to save your changes and return to the presets screen.
STANDARD
RES | FPS 1080 | 60
Low Light On
Lens Wide
Zoom 1.0x
HyperSmooth Boost
Clips Off
Heads Up: You can’t delete the preloaded presets, but you can customize them
any way you want. You can also create your own custom presets. To learn more,
see Creating Your Own Presets (page 26).
PRO TIP: From the capture screen, you can press and hold the capture settings
to skip straight to the settings menu.
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RESTORING PRESETS TO THEIR ORIGINAL SETTINGS You can go back to your presets’
original settings anytime. 1. Tap .
VIDEO Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView Cinematic 4K |
30 | Linear
2. Tap .
MANAGE Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView Cinematic 4K |
30 | Linear
3. Tap Done. Heads Up: You can also scroll to the end of the list of settings
and tap Restore.
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Getting to Know Your GoPro
NAVIGATING WITH THE BUTTONS Although your GoPro is waterproof, the touch
screen won’t work under water. Use the buttons and front screen to change
modes and settings. 1. With your camera on, hold down the Mode button and
press the
Shutter button . A menu will appear on the front screen. 2. Press the Mode
button to scroll through the modes and settings. 3. Use the Shutter button to
select and adjust settings.
To exit: Press and hold the Shutter button or scroll until you reach Done, and
then press the Shutter button. Heads Up: The Dashboard and Media Gallery are
not available when navigating with the buttons.
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Customizing Your GoPro
HERO8 Black is the most customizable GoPro ever. It lets you create your own
presets and personalize your screen for instant access to the settings you use
the most. CREATING YOUR OWN PRESETS The perfect capture settings for a day out
on the slopes may not be so great when you’re recording indoors. Custom
presets let you set up and save settings for both so you can switch back and
forth in no time. 1. Tap the capture settings, and then scroll to the bottom
of the presets
list and tap .
Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView Cinematic 4K | 30 | Linear Slo-Mo 1080 | 240 |
Wide
2. Tap a setting to change it.
CHOOSE SETTINGS
Mode Video
RES | FPS 1080 | 60
HyperSmooth Boost
Low Light On
Lens Wide
Zoom 1.0x
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The on-screen instructions will give you a rundown of your options. For
details on all settings, see Tech Specs (starting page 109). Scroll down for
the more advanced settings.
On
1.0x
PROTUNE
Bit Rate Low
Shutter Auto
White Balance
ISO Min
Off
EV Comp 0
ISO Max
For details on advanced settings, see Protune (starting page 130). 3. Tap when you’re finished.
CHOOSE SETTINGS
Mode Video
RES | FPS 1080 | 60
HyperSmooth Boost
Low Light On
Lens Wide
Zoom 1.0x
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4. Choose an icon and name for your preset.
NAME PRESET Custom Air Bike
5. Tap to save your preset. You may need to fine-tune your presets after
trying them out. Tap next to the preset to make adjustments.
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DELETING YOUR PRESET 1. Tap .
2. Tap .
VIDEO
Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide
Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Cinematic 4K | 30 | Linear
MANAGE Custom 1440 | 60 | Wide Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide Activity 2.7K | 60 |
SuperView
3. Tap Done. Heads Up: You can also scroll to the end of the list of settings
and tap Delete.
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SUGGESTED SETTINGS Here are some of the best modes and settings for capturing your favorite activities. Try them as starting points for your presets, and then experiment to find what works best for you.
Activity
Video
Photo
Air
· 1080p120, Wide Lens
· Time Lapse Photo
· 4K60, Wide Lens
(1-second interval)
· 15x TimeWarp 2.0 Video 1080p120, Wide Lens
· Burst (30/3 Rate),
Wide Lens
Bike
· 1440p60, Wide Lens
· Time Lapse Photo
· 2.7K60 4:3, Wide Lens
(5-second interval),
· 15x TimeWarp 2.0 Video Wide Lens
Indoor
· 1440p30, Wide Lens · 1080p30, Wide Lens
· Photo or Continuous Photo, Wide Lens
Motor
· 1440p60, Wide Lens · 2.7K60 4:3, Wide Lens · 15x TimeWarp 2.0 Video
· Time Lapse Photo (5-second interval), Wide Lens
Mounted
· 1440p60, Wide Lens
· Time Lapse Photo
· 4K60, Wide Lens
(5-second interval),
· Auto TimeWarp 2.0 Video Wide Lens
Outdoor
· 1440p60, Wide Lens · 4K60, Wide Lens · 10x TimeWarp 2.0 Video
· Photo or Continuous Photo, Wide Lens
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Activity
Video
Photo
POV*
· 1440p60, Wide Lens · 1440p120, Wide Lens · 15x TimeWarp 2.0 Video
· Time Lapse Photo (2-second interval), Wide Lens
· Burst (30/3 Rate), Wide Lens
Selfie
· 1440p60, Narrow Lens · 4K60 4:3, Narrow Lens
· Photo, Narrow Lens, SuperPhoto, Photo Timer
Snow
· 1080p120, Wide Lens · 4K60, Wide Lens · 15x TimeWarp 2.0 Video
· Time Lapse Photo (1-second interval), Wide Lens
· Burst (30/3 Rate), Wide Lens
Trail
· 1440p60, Wide Lens
· Photo, Wide Lens
· 4K30 4:3, Wide Lens
· 15x TimeWarp 2.0 Video
Travel
· 1440p60, Wide Lens · 4K60, Wide Lens · 10x TimeWarp 2.0 Video
· Photo or Continuous Photo, Wide Lens
Water
· 1080p240, Wide Lens · 1440p60, Wide Lens · 4K60, Wide Lens
· Time Lapse Photo (2- or 5-second interval), Wide Lens
· Burst (30/6 Rate), Wide Lens
*Point-of-view (POV) shots are those taken from your point of view using a body mount or handheld mount.
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PERSONALIZING YOUR ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS On-screen shortcuts give you quick one-
tap access to your camera’s capture settings. Each mode has its own default
shortcuts, but you can change them to the settings that you use most. You can
even set up different shortcuts for each preset.
1. Tap the next to the preset you want to adjust.
VIDEO
Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide
Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Cinematic 4K | 30 | Linear
2. Scroll down to the On-Screen Shortcuts.
Auto
ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS
Lower Left Lens
Lower Right Zoom
Upper Left Slo-Mo
Upper Right Off
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3. Tap where you’d like to put your new shortcut.
ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS
Lower Left Lens
Lower Right Zoom
Upper Left Slo-Mo
Upper Right Off
4. Scroll through all of the available shortcuts on the right and choose the
one you want.
UPPER RIGHT SloMo Capture the action, then replay in slow motion or in real
time.
For details on shortcuts, see Tech Specs (starting page 109) and Protune (starting page 130).
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5. Tap to save your changes and return to the presets screen.
STANDARD
ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS
Lower Left Lens
Lower Right Zoom
Upper Right
Upper Left Slo-Mo
Now you can simply tap the shortcut to change settings.
PRO TIP: From the capture screen, you can press and hold the shortcut to skip
to the shortcut selection screen.
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Using QuikCapture
QuikCapture is the fastest and easiest way to power on your GoPro and get the
shot. All it takes is the push of the Shutter button. RECORDING VIDEO WITH
QUIKCAPTURE 1. With your camera off, press the Shutter button .
2. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording and turn off your camera.
Heads Up: When using QuikCapture, your camera will start recording with the
settings that you used last. For more Video options, see Recording Video (page
39).
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TAKING TIME LAPSE WITH QUIKCAPTURE 1. With your camera off, press and hold the
Shutter button until your
camera turns on (about 3 seconds). It will start recording in the last Time
Lapse mode that you used.
3s
2. Press the Shutter button again to stop Time Lapse and turn off your
camera.
For more Time Lapse options, see Capturing Time Lapse (page 57). TURNING OFF
QUIKCAPTURE QuikCapture is on by default, but you can turn it off. 1. Swipe
down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap . PRO TIP: Since it only turns the camera
on when it’s recording, QuikCapture is a great way to maximize battery life.
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Adding HiLight Tags
Mark favorite moments in your videos and photos by pressing the Mode button
during recording or playback. This adds a HiLight Tag that makes those moments
easier to find when you’re watching your footage, creating a video, or looking
for a certain shot.
You can also add HiLight Tags by saying, “GoPro, HiLight” when Voice Control
is on and by tapping when watching your footage with the GoPro app. PRO TIP:
The GoPro app looks for HiLight Tags when it creates videos. This helps to
ensure that favorite moments are included in your stories.
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Setting the Screen Orientation
You can easily switch between landscape and portrait shots by rotating your
camera. HERO8 Black can even capture photos and videos right-side up when it’s
mounted upside down. The touch screen menu will automatically adjust, and your
media will play back right-side up.
The orientation is locked in when you press the Shutter button . If your
camera tilts during recording, like on a roller coaster, your footage will
tilt with it. You’ll capture every twist and turn. LOCKING THE ORIENTATION
HERO8 Black lets you lock the screen in landscape or portrait orientation.
This is especially useful when you’re using body and handheld mounts. That’s
when accidentally shooting in the wrong orientation is mostly likely to
happen.
Swipe down to access the Dashboard.
1. Turn your camera to the orientation you want. 2. Tap on the Dashboard.
The screen is now locked and will match the orientation of your camera.
Heads Up: Locking the screen in this way will only work when the Orientation
is set to All (default) in Preferences. SETTING LANDSCAPE LOCK You can also
set your GoPro to record only in landscape orientation.
Swipe down to access the Dashboard.
1. Tap Preferences > Touch Screen > Orientation. 2. Switch from Auto
(default) to Landscape.
Your GoPro will record right-side up whether your camera is right-side up or
upside down. You can also lock the orientation on the Dashboard.
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Recording Video
Your GoPro comes loaded with four video presets. Each has its own specialty.
Once you’ve chosen your preset, press the Shutter button to start recording.
Press it again to stop. STANDARD (DEFAULT) A versatile preset that’s great for
all-purpose recording. It shoots 1080p video at 60 frames per second (fps) for
full-screen playback on your phone and TV. The digital lens is set to Wide to
capture more of the scene in the frame. ACTIVITY Use this preset to capture
ultra immersive footage of your favorite activities. It records 2.7K video at
60 fps with the SuperView digital lens. This gives your video the classic
GoPro look with high-resolution full-screen playback. CINEMATIC Captures
stunning 4K high-resolution video at 30 fps. This preset uses the Linear
digital lens to smooth out the fish-eye effect and give your footage a
dramatic cinematic feel. SLO-MO Great for fast-action shots, this preset
records 1080p footage at 240 fps. This lets you slow things down to 8x normal
speed during playback and catch amazing details you can’t see with the naked
eye.
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ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS The video presets feature four default shortcuts, but you
can swap them out with any shortcuts you’d like. To learn more, see
Personalizing Your On-Screen Shortcuts (page 32). Heads Up: The Slo-Mo preset
does not have default shortcuts. Slo-Mo Tapping the Slo-Mo shortcut
automatically resets the frame rate to 120 fps. This will let you slow the
footage down to 4x normal speed during playback. Heads Up: Tapping Slo-Mo
before recording 4K30 or 2.7K30 (4:3) video will bump the frame rate up to 60
fps. This will let you slow the footage down to 2x normal speed during
playback.
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Recording Video
1. Tap before you start recording.
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2. Press the Shutter button to start recording.
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Digital Lenses Changing digital lenses on your GoPro is just like switching
out the lenses on an old-school camera. They affect the field of view, the
cropping, and the fisheye effect in your shot. 1. Tap .
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Standard 1080 | 60 | W
2. Scroll through the options to see a live preview of each option, and then tap the one that you want.
Wide 16-34mm
Heads Up: Some digital lenses only work with select frame rates. If needed,
HERO8 Black will automatically adjust the frame rate when you switch lenses.
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HyperSmooth Boost Use HyperSmooth Boost to maximize video stabilization when
the terrain gets rough. 1. Tap before you start recording.
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Standard 1080 | 60 | W
2. Press the Shutter button to start recording.
To learn more, see HyperSmooth 2.0 Video Stabilization (page 118).
Heads Up: HyperSmooth Boost is automatically on when you choose the Narrow
digital lens.
PRO TIP: HyperSmooth Boost provides ultimate video stabilization by tightly
cropping the image. Turn HyperSmooth 2.0 off for uncropped, unstabilized
footage, or use the On or High settings for stabilized video with a wider
field of view.
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Touch Zoom Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. 1. Tap .
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Standard 1080 | 60 | W
2. Use the slider to choose how much you want to zoom.
1.0x
3. The zoom level is locked until you readjust it, switch capture modes, or
turn off your camera.
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Video Settings
Here’s a breakdown of the video settings. Tap the and then the setting to make
changes.
VIDEO
Standard 1080 | 60 | Wide
Activity 2.7K | 60 | SuperView
Cinematic 4K | 30 | Linear
STANDARD
RES | FPS 1080 | 60
Low Light On
Lens Wide
Zoom 1.0x
HyperSmooth Boost
Clips Off
MODE (AVAILABLE WHEN CREATING A CUSTOM PRESET) Choose the mode you want–Video
(for traditional video), Looping, or Slo-Mo.
Looping Looping lets you save space on your SD card by recording in a
continuous loop until you’ve captured the moment you want. Use it when you’re
waiting for something to happen (like fishing) or when nothing may happen
(like a dashcam).
Here’s how it works: · If you select 5-minute intervals, only the previous 5
minutes are saved
when you press the Shutter button to stop recording. · If you record for 5
minutes and don’t press the Shutter button ,
your camera will loop back and record over the start of the video.
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Video Settings
Slo-Mo These high-frame rate settings let you slow your footage down to 8x or
4x normal speed during playback. Set the resolution to 1080p and frame rate to
240 fps for 8x super slow motion. Choose a 2.7K, 1440p, or 1080p resolution
with a frame rate of 120 fps for 4x slow motion. RES | FPS Resolutions (RES)
are grouped by aspect ratio. Tall 4:3 resolutions (great for selfies and
point-of-view shots) are listed in the top row. Widescreen 16:9 resolutions
(great for cinematic shots) are in the bottom row. Frames per second (fps) are
listed at the bottom of the screen. All available frame rates for the
resolution you selected are in white. Unavailable frame rates are in gray. Use
higher frame rates to capture fast action or slo-mo shots. The default
resolution and fps will vary based on the preset you choose. To learn more,
see: · Video Resolution (RES) (page 109) · Frames per Second (FPS) (page 112)
· Aspect Ratio (page 113) LENS Choose the best digital lens for your
shot–SuperView, Wide, Linear, or Narrow. The default lens will vary based on
the preset you choose. Heads Up: Available lenses will vary based on the
resolution and frame rate you select. To learn more, see Digital Lenses
(Video) (page 114).
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INTERVAL (LOOPING) Choose how long your GoPro records before looping back to
record over the start of the video. The default interval is 5 minutes.
To learn more, see Looping Interval (page 119). HYPERSMOOTH 2.0 Perfect for
biking, skiing, handheld shots, and more, HyperSmooth 2.0 video stabilization
delivers insanely smooth gimbal-like footage without the gimbal. The available
settings are Boost, High, On, and Off.
To learn more, see HyperSmooth 2.0 Video Stabilization (page 118). LOW LIGHT
Your GoPro uses Auto Low Light to automatically adjust to darker settings when
you’re shooting video at 50 or 60 frames per second. It’s on by default but
can be turned off.
To learn more, see Auto Low Light (page 119). ZOOM Touch Zoom helps you
capture a closer view of the action. Use the slider on the right to lock in
the zoom level. CLIPS Shoot short 15- or 30-second video clips that are quick
and easy to save on your phone and share on social media. Clips are off by
default. PROTUNE Protune gives you manual control of advanced settings,
including Bit Rate, Color, ISO Limit, Exposure, and microphone settings.
To learn more, see Protune (page 130).
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Taking Photos
Your GoPro has four Photo presets. Simply choose the type of photo you want
and press the Shutter button to get the shot. All photos are captured at 12MP,
with the default digital lens set to Wide. PHOTO (DEFAULT) Use this preset to
capture a single photo or a series of continuous photos. A single press of the
Shutter button will capture a single photo. Press and hold the Shutter button
to take continuous photos at a rate of up to 30 per second (depending on
lighting conditions). LIVEBURST LiveBurst captures a burst of photos both 1.5
seconds before and 1.5 seconds after the Shutter button is pressed. You can
look through the burst to find the perfect shot or share the whole burst as a
short video. BURST Burst captures a series of photos at blistering rates. This
makes it perfect for fast-action shots. This preset automatically shoots up to
30 photos in 1 second based on lighting conditions. NIGHT The Night preset
automatically adjusts your camera’s shutter speed to let in more light for
your shot. It’s perfect for dim or dark scenes, but it’s not recommended for
handheld or mounted shots when the camera is moving.
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ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS The photo presets feature four default shortcuts, but you
can swap them out with any shortcuts you’d like. To learn more, see
Personalizing Your On-Screen Shortcuts (page 32). Heads Up: Output is only a
default shortcut for the Photo preset, but you can also set it up in Burst and
Night modes. Photo Timer Use the Timer to set up a selfie, group shot, and
more. 1. Tap .
999+
100%
Photo Wide
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2. Choose 3 seconds (great for selfies) or 10 seconds (great for group
shots).
Off
3. Press the Shutter button . Your camera will start the countdown. It will
also beep, and the front status light will blink. Both will speed up as the
time winds down before snapping the photo.
3
Heads Up: To help prevent blurry low-light shots, the timer is automatically
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Digital Lenses Digital lenses affect the field of view, the cropping, and the
fisheye effect in your photo. Switch them up to see what works best for your
shot. 1. Tap .
999+
100%
Photo Wide
2. Scroll through the options to see a live preview of each option, and then tap the one that you want.
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Output HERO8 Black lets you decide how your photos are processed and saved. Photo mode (shooting one photo at a time) gives you the most options.
Output
Mode
Description
SuperPhoto Photo
Automatically uses advanced image processing to give you the most brilliant photos possible in any lighting. May take longer to process each shot.
HDR
Photo
Takes and combines multiple photos into a single shot. Brings out the details in scenes that mix bright light and shadows.
Standard
Photo, Burst, Night Saves photos as standard .jpg files.
RAW
Photo, Burst, Night
Save each photo as a .jpg and .gpr files for use with your favorite photo editing programs.
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1. Tap .
999+
100%
Photo Wide
2. Scroll through the options on the right, and then tap the one that you want.
Standard
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Touch Zoom Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. 1. Tap .
999+
100%
Photo Wide
2. Use the slider to choose how much you want to zoom.
1.0x
3. The zoom level is locked until you readjust it, switch capture modes, or
turn off your camera.
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Here’s an overview of the available photo settings. Tap the to access the
settings menu, and then tap the setting itself to make changes.
PHOTO
Photo Wide
LiveBurst Wide
Burst Auto | Wide
Lens Wide
Zoom 1.0x
PHOTO
Output Standard
Timer Off
LENS Choose best digital lens for your shot–Wide, Linear, or Narrow. Scroll
through them on the right side to see a live preview of each, and then tap the
one you want.
To learn more, see Digital Lenses (Photo) (page 123).
OUTPUT (PHOTO, BURST, NIGHT) Set the level of processing for your shot and how
the files are saved. Choose SuperPhoto, HDR, Standard, or RAW Format.
To learn more, see: · SuperPhoto (page 120) · HDR (page 121) · RAW Format
(page 124)
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TIMER Set up a 3- or 10-second timer for your photo. ZOOM Touch Zoom helps you
capture a closer view of the action. Use the slider on the right to lock in
the zoom level. MEGAPIXELS (LIVEBURST) Choose 8MP or 12MP resolution for your
LiveBurst shots. 8MP (default) is compatible with most phones. 12MP is only
compatible with the latest high-end phones. SHUTTER (NIGHT) Set how long your
camera’s shutter stays open for night shots. Choose longer exposures for
darker shots. To learn more, see Shutter Speed (page 122). BURST RATE (BURST)
Choose how many photos your camera will take in a 1, 3, 6, or 10 second burst.
To learn more, see Burst Rate (page 122). PROTUNE (PHOTO, BURST, NIGHT)
Protune gives you manual control of advanced settings including Bit Rate,
Color, ISO Limit, and Exposure. To learn more, see Protune (starting page
130).
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Capturing Time Lapse
Time Lapse turns long events into short shareable videos by taking a frame of
video at set intervals. Your GoPro has three Time Lapse presets. All you have
to do is press the Shutter button to start recording, and then press it again
to stop. TIMEWARP 2.0 (DEFAULT) HERO8 Black lets you speed up time by using
TimeWarp 2.0 video stabilization to capture ultra smooth time lapse video
while you’re on the move. This makes it perfect for mountain bike runs, hikes,
and more. This preset captures 1080p video with the Wide digital lens while
automatically adjusting your capture speed for the best results.
You can also tap to slow down the effect to real time–savoring interesting
moments–and then tap to speed it back up. TIME LAPSE Use this preset to
capture time lapse video when your camera is mounted and still. It’s great for
sunsets, street scenes, art projects, and other shots that unfold over a long
period of time. It records 1080p video with the Wide digital lens while
capturing a shot every 0.5 seconds. NIGHT LAPSE Night Lapse was made to
capture time lapse video in dark and low-light environments. It automatically
adjusts the shutter speed to let in more light and picks the interval that
will give you the best results. It records 1080p video with the Wide digital
lens. Night Lapse isn’t recommended for handheld or mounted shots when the
camera is moving.
PRO TIP: HERO8 Black can also capture Time Lapse and Night Lapse photos.
Simply go to Format in settings and chose Photo.
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ON-SCREEN SHORTCUTS The time lapse presets include two default shortcuts, but
you can swap them out with any shortcuts you’d like. To learn more, see
Personalizing Your On-Screen Shortcuts (page 32).
PRO TIP: Although there are only two default shortcuts, you can have up to
four. Digital Lenses Swap out digital lenses to change the field of view, the
cropping, and the fisheye effect in your shot. 1. Tap .
2H:11
100%
TimeWarp 1080 | Auto | W
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2. Scroll through the options to see a live preview of each option, and then
tap the one that you want.
Wide 16-34mm
Heads Up: Available lenses will vary based on the mode you select.
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USING TOUCH ZOOM Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. 1.
Tap .
2H:11
100%
TimeWarp 1080 | Auto | W
2. Use the slider to choose how much you want to zoom.
1.0x
3. The zoom level is locked until you readjust it, switch capture modes, or
turn off your camera.
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Time Lapse Settings
Here’s where you can make adjustments to your Time Lapse settings. Tap the and
then tap the setting to make changes.
TIME LAPSE
TimeWarp 1080 | Auto | Wide
Time Lapse 1080 | Auto | Wide
Night Lapse 1080 | Auto | Wide
TIMEWARP
Resolution 1440
Zoom 1.0x
Lens Wide
Speed Auto
RESOLUTION Resolutions (RES) are grouped by aspect ratio. Tall 4:3 resolutions
(great for selfies and point-of-view shots) are listed in the top row.
Widescreen 16:9 resolutions (great for cinematic shots) are in the bottom row.
To learn more, see: · Video Resolution (Time Lapse) (page 126) · Aspect Ratio
(page 113).
LENS Choose best digital lens for your shot–Wide, Linear, or Narrow. Scroll
through them on the right side to see a live preview of each, and then tap the
one you want. Heads Up: Available lenses will vary based on the mode you
select.
To learn more, see Digital Lenses (Photo) (page 123).
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ZOOM Touch Zoom helps you capture a closer view of the action. Use the slider
on the right to lock in the zoom level. SPEED (TIMEWARP 2.0) Set your video
speed. Choose a lower speed (2x or 5x) for short activities or higher speeds
(10x, 15x, or 30x) for longer activities. Leave speed on Auto (default) to let
your GoPro automatically adjust the speed based on motion, scene detection,
and lighting.
To learn more, see TimeWarp 2.0 Video Speed (page 125). FORMAT (TIME LAPSE,
NIGHT LAPSE) Switch from capturing Time Lapse and Night Lapse video to Time
Lapse and Night Lapse photo. The photo format takes a continuous series of
photos at set intervals. This lets you focus on your activity instead of on
your camera. You can then look through all of your photos and find the best
shots later. INTERVAL (TIME LAPSE) Choose how often your camera captures a
frame of video or takes a photo. Use shorter intervals for quick activities
and longer intervals for extended activities.
To learn more, see Time Lapse Interval (page 127). INTERVAL (NIGHT LAPSE) Set
how often your camera takes a shot in low and ultra low-light scenes. Choose
short intervals for scenes with a lot of movement and more light. Use longer
intervals in scenes with little or no movement or light.
To learn more, see Night Lapse Interval (page 129).
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Time Lapse Settings
OUTPUT (TIME LAPSE PHOTO, NIGHT LAPSE PHOTO) Save your photos as standard .jpg
or RAW files. To learn more, see RAW Format (page 124). SHUTTER (NIGHT LAPSE)
Set how long your camera’s shutter stays open for night shots. Choose longer
exposures for darker shots. To learn more, see Shutter Speed (page 122).
PROTUNE (TIMEWARP, TIME LAPSE VIDEO, NIGHT LAPSE VIDEO) Take manual control of
advanced video settings. To learn more, see Protune (starting page 130).
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Live Streaming
SETTING UP A LIVE STREAM 1. Connect to the GoPro app. For details, see
Connecting to the GoPro
App (page 77). 2. In the app, tap to control your camera. 3. Tap and follow
the instructions to set up your stream. For complete step-by-step
instructions, visit gopro.com/live-stream-setup.
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Exposure Control
HERO8 Black scans the entire scene to choose the exposure level for your shot.
Exposure Control lets you decide if only a section of the shot should be used
to set the exposure. Check out the shot preview on your touch screen. Try
Exposure Control if there are sections that are too dark or too light. SETTING
EXPOSURE CONTROL USING AUTO EXPOSURE With this option, the camera
automatically bases exposure on the area that you select. Imagine your camera
is mounted on your dashboard. You probably want to set the exposure based on
the scene outside instead of the dashboard. This will help prevent your shots
from being overexposed (too bright). 1. Press the touch screen until a set of
brackets with a dot in the middle
appears in the center of the screen. This is the Spot Meter. It will base the
exposure on the center of the shot. 2. Drag the brackets away from the center
if you want to use another area of the shot to set the exposure. (You can also
tap that area instead of dragging the brackets.) 3. Check the screen to see if
the exposure looks good. Tap in the lower right corner.
AUTO EXPOSURE
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SETTING EXPOSURE CONTROL USING LOCKED EXPOSURE With this option, your camera locks the exposure until you cancel it.
If you’re snowboarding on a sunny day, you might try locking the exposure on your subject’s jacket. This will help prevent your shots from being underexposed (too dark) compared to the bright snow.
1. Press the touch screen until a set of brackets with a dot in the middle appears in the center of the screen. This is the Spot Meter. It will base the exposure on the center of the shot.
2. Drag the brackets away from the center if you want to use another area of the shot to set the exposure. (You can also tap that area instead of dragging the brackets.)
3. Tap inside the brackets to lock the exposure.
4. Check the screen to see if the exposure looks good. Tap lower right corner to lock it in.
in the
LOCKED EXPOSURE
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Exposure Control
Turning Exposure Control Off Exposure Control is automatically turned off when
you switch capture modes or restart your camera. It can also be turned off
manually. 1. Press the touch screen until a square appears in the middle. 2.
Tap in the lower left corner. Heads Up: After canceling Exposure Control, your
camera will go back to automatically using the entire scene to set the
exposure level.
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Connecting to an External Microphone
You can use the GoPro Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter with the Media Mod (HERO8 Black),
both sold separately, and an external microphone to enhance the audio in your
videos.
1. Connect the microphone to your camera’s USB-C port using the GoPro Pro
3.5mm Mic Adapter.
2. From your camera’s main screen, swipe down to access the Dashboard.
3. Tap Preferences > Input/Output > Audio Input. 4. Tap an option.
Option
Description
Standard Mic (default) Supports non-powered mics.
Standard Mic+
Supports non-powered mics and provides 20dB boost.
Powered Mic
Supports self-powered mics.
Powered Mic+
Supports self-powered mics and provides 20dB boost.
Line In
Supports line-level output from other audio equipment (mixing board, guitar preamplifier, karaoke machine, etc.).
Heads Up: If you’re not sure which option to select, check the information that came with your microphone.
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Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice
Voice Control gives you easy, hands-free control of your GoPro. It’s great
when you’re busy with handlebars, ski poles, and more. Just tell your GoPro
what you want it to do.
TURNING VOICE CONTROL ON + OFF 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap
to turn Voice Control on or off.
CAPTURING WITH VOICE CONTROL With Voice Control on, you can simply tell your
GoPro to start capturing.
Command
Description
GoPro, capture
Starts capturing with the mode your camera is set to.
GoPro, stop capture
Stops capture in Video and Time Lapse modes. Photo, LiveBurst, and Burst mode stop on their own.
PRO TIP: Saying “GoPro, capture” and “GoPro, stop capture” is the handsfree way of pressing the Shutter button. They will start and stop capture using the mode and settings you currently have on your camera.
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Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice
LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS There are two types of voice commands: Action commands
and Mode commands.
Using Action Commands These commands let you switch modes on the fly. If you
just recorded a video, you can say, “GoPro, take a photo” to snap a photo
without manually switching modes.
Action Command GoPro, start recording GoPro, HiLight
GoPro, stop recording GoPro, take a photo GoPro, shoot burst GoPro, start time
lapse
GoPro, stop time lapse GoPro, turn on
GoPro, turn off
Description Starts recording video. Adds a HiLight Tag to your video during recording. Stops recording video. Takes a single photo. Takes burst photos. Starts capturing with the last time lapse mode you used. Stops capturing time lapse. Turns your camera on (Wake on Voice must be on). Turns your camera off.
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Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice
Using Mode Commands Use these commands to switch capture modes on the go. Then say, “GoPro, capture” or press the Shutter button to get the shot.
Mode Command
Description
GoPro, Video mode
Switches your camera to Video mode (does not start recording).
GoPro, Photo mode
Switches your camera to Photo mode (does not take a photo).
GoPro, Time Lapse mode
Switches your camera to Time Lapse photo mode (does not start taking time lapse photos).
PRO TIP: If you’re recording video or time lapse, you must stop recording by pressing the Shutter button or by saying, “GoPro, stop capture” before trying a new command.
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Controlling Your GoPro With Your Voice
TURNING ON YOUR GOPRO WITH YOUR VOICE With this setting, your GoPro will turn
on and respond to voice commands when it’s off. 1. Swipe down to access the
Dashboard. 2. Tap to turn on Voice Control. 3. Tap Preferences > Voice Control
Wake on Voice > On. 4. Power off your camera by saying, “GoPro, turn off”
or by pressing and holding the Mode button . 5. Turn on your camera by saying, “GoPro, turn on.” Heads Up: Your camera will listen for commands for 1 hour after you’ve turned it off. SEE A COMPLETE LIST OF COMMANDS ON YOUR CAMERA 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Voice Control > Commands. CHANGING YOUR VOICE CONTROL LANGUAGE 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Voice Control > Language. Heads Up: Voice Control may be affected by wind, noise, and your distance from the camera. Keep your camera clean and wipe away any debris for the best performance.
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Playing Back Your Media
Swipe up to see the last video, photo, or burst you took. Swipe left and right
to flip through the other files on your SD card.
0:00 / 1:14
The Media Gallery includes the following playback options: Pause playback
Resume playback See all of the media on your SD card Delete the file from your
SD card Play back at slo-mo or normal speed Use a slider to scan through your
videos, bursts, and time lapse photos Add/remove HiLight Tag
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Playing Back Your Media
Adjust the playback volume Go to the previous or next photo in a burst or
group of continuous photos Heads Up: The playback options will vary based on
the type of media you’re viewing. PRO TIP: Some playback options are not
available when you’re holding your camera in portrait orientation. Make
adjustments to those settings in landscape orientation before rotating your
camera.
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USING GALLERY VIEW Gallery view gives you quick access to all of the videos
and photos stored on your SD card. 1. From the playback screen, tap . 2. Swipe
up to scroll through your media. 3. Tap a video or photo to see it in full-
screen view. 4. Tap to select files. 5. Tap to go back to the playback screen.
Heads Up: Gallery view is not available when you’re holding your camera in
portrait orientation. Also, the more content you have on your SD card, the
longer it will take to load.
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DELETING MULTIPLE FILES 1. Tap . 2. Tap all of the files that you want to
delete. Tap a file again if you want
to de-select it. 3. Tap to delete the selected files. VIEWING VIDEOS + PHOTOS
ON A MOBILE DEVICE 1. Connect your camera to the GoPro app. For details, see
Connecting
to the GoPro App (page 77). 2. Use the controls on the app to play back, edit,
and share your videos
and photos. PRO TIP: Use the GoPro app to grab still photos from videos,
create short shareable videos from full-length footage, save media to your
phone, and more. VIEWING VIDEOS + PHOTOS ON A COMPUTER To see your media on a
computer, you must first save the files to the computer. To learn more, see
Transferring Your Media (page 79).
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Connecting to Other Devices
CONNECTING TO THE GOPRO APP Use the GoPro app to control your HERO8 Black,
share videos and photos on the go, and automatically transform your footage
into awesome video stories synced with effects and music. Connecting for the
First Time 1. Download the GoPro app from the Apple© App Store© or Google
PlayTM. 2. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to connect your camera.
Heads Up for iOS®: When prompted, be sure to allow notifications from the
GoPro app so you know when your video is ready. To learn more, see Creating a
Video Story (page 79). After the First Time After you’ve connected once, you
can start connecting through your camera’s Connections menu. 1. If your
camera’s wireless is not already on, swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2.
Tap Preferences > Connections > Connect Device. 3. Follow the on-screen
instructions in the GoPro app to connect.
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Connecting to Other Devices
CONNECTING TO BLUETOOTH DEVICES You can connect your GoPro to Bluetooth
devices that capture data about your footage. The data can be used to enhance
your videos with stats about your adventure. 1. Connect your camera to the
GoPro app. For details, see Connecting
to the GoPro App (page 77). 2. In the app, open the camera settings, and then
tap Bluetooth Devices. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. SETTING THE
CONNECTION SPEED Your GoPro is set to use the 5GHz Wi-Fi band (the fastest
available) when connecting to other mobile devices. Change the Wi-Fi band to
2.4GHz if your device or region does not support 5GHz. 1. Swipe down to access
the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Connections > Wi-Fi Band.
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Transferring Your Media
CREATING A VIDEO STORY You can set up your GoPro to automatically send videos
and photos to your phone. The GoPro app will use them to create fully edited
video story complete with music and effects. 1. Connect your camera to the
GoPro app. For details, see Connecting
to the GoPro App (page 77). 2. Swipe down on the app’s home screen. Shots from
your most
recent session will be copied to your phone and transformed into a fully
edited video. 3. Tap your video to view it. 4. Make any edits you’d like. 5.
Save the story or share it with your friends, family, and followers. Finding
the Best Shots Be sure to mark your best shots with HiLight Tags. The GoPro
app looks for tags when it creates videos. This helps ensure that favorite
moments are included in your stories. HERO8 Black also knows when you face the
camera, smile, and more. It automatically tags these shots with data so the
app can handpick them for your videos. To learn more, see Adding HiLight Tags
(page 95).
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Transferring Your Media
TRANSFERRING FROM YOUR SD CARD You can copy your videos and photos to a
computer for playback and editing. 1. Remove the SD card from your camera. 2.
Insert the card into an SD card reader or adapter. 3. Plug the card reader
into your computer’s USB port,
or insert the adapter into the SD card slot. 4. Copy the files to your
computer.
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AUTO UPLOADING TO THE CLOUD With a GoPro PLUS subscription, you can
automatically upload your media to the cloud where you can view, edit, and
share it from any device. 1. Subscribe to GoPro PLUS:
a. Download the GoPro app to your device from the Apple App Store or Google
Play.
b. Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to connect your camera. c. If
you’re connecting for the first time, follow the on-screen
instructions to subscribe to GoPro PLUS. Otherwise, tap on the camera chooser
screen. 2. Connect your camera to a power outlet. The upload will start
automatically. After first-time setup, your camera won’t need to connect to
the app to start Auto Upload. Heads Up: Your original files remain on your
camera even after they’ve been backed up to the cloud. PRO TIP: If you’re
saving files to your computer, the Quik desktop app will automatically upload
them to your GoPro PLUS account.
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MANUALLY UPLOADING TO THE CLOUD Transfer your media to the cloud without
waiting for your camera to fully charge. (Your GoPro must still be connected
to a power outlet, and Auto Upload must be off.) 1. Subscribe to GoPro PLUS.
2. Connect your camera to a power outlet. 3. Swipe down to access the
Dashboard. 4. Tap Preferences > GoPro PLUS > Manual Upload. ACCESSING YOUR
CLOUD MEDIA 1. Open the GoPro app on your device. 2. Tap and select Cloud to
view, edit, and share your content. PRO TIP: Use your cloud media to create
video stories with the GoPro app. Simply choose Cloud Media when you start a
new story.
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TURNING OFF AUTO UPLOAD You can keep your camera from trying to upload every
time it’s connected to a power outlet and fully charged. 1. Swipe down to
access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > GoPro PLUS > Auto Upload. 3. Tap
Off. CONNECTING TO A DIFFERENT WIRELESS NETWORK 1. Swipe down to access the
Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > GoPro PLUS > Networks. 3. Choose a network.
The network can’t be hidden or require an
end-user license agreement (for example, a network in a hotel). 4. Enter the
password if needed. 5. Tap to save the network. CHANGING YOUR GOPRO PLUS
PREFERENCES Manage your Auto Upload settings, set up your wireless network,
and more. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > GoPro
PLUS. Heads Up: GoPro PLUS will be available in your Preferences after you’ve
signed up.
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Setting Your Preferences
USING THE DASHBOARD With your camera in landscape orientation, swipe down to
access the Dashboard and Preferences.
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Preferences
DASHBOARD FEATURES The Dashboard lets you quickly tap the following settings
on and off:
Voice Control Camera Beeps QuikCapture Screen Lock Grid Orientation Lock
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Preferences
CONNECTION STATUS Check the top of the Dashboard to see your connection
status.
GPS is on (white). GPS is off (gray). GPS is unavailable (gray).
Camera is connected to the GoPro app (white). Camera is not paired to the
GoPro app (gray). Camera is not connected to the GoPro app (gray).
Auto Upload is on and ready (white). Auto Upload is off (gray). Auto Upload is
on but not ready (gray).
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Setting Your Preferences
CHANGING PREFERENCES Preferences let you set up your GoPro any way you want.
CONNECTIONS Set all of your GoPro’s wireless connections. . Wireless
Connections Turn your camera’s wireless connections on and off. Connect Device
Choose to connect to the GoPro app, GoPro Smart Remote, or a Bluetooth device.
To learn more, see Connecting to the GoPro App (page 77). Camera Info See your
camera’s name and password. Wi-Fi Band Choose 5GHz or 2.4GHz as your
connection speed. Set 5GHz only if your phone and region support it. To learn
more, see Setting the Connection Speed (page 78).
GENERAL Here’s everything you’ll find under General settings: Beep Volume
Choose High (default), Med, Low, or Mute. The volume you set here can be
toggled on or off using the Dashboard.
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Setting Your Preferences
QuikCapture QuikCapture is on by default. You can turn it off here. It can
also be toggled on or off using the Dashboard.
Default Preset Set the preset your GoPro captures in when you turn it on using
the Mode button . This setting does not affect QuikCapture.
Auto Power Off Choose 5 Min, 15 Min (default), 30 Min, or Never.
LEDs Set which status lights blink. Choose All On (default), All Off, or Front
Off Only.
Anti-Flicker Choose the regional frame rate for recording and playback on a
TV. Set 60Hz (NTSC) for North America. Try 50Hz (PAL) if you’re outside of
North America. The right format for your region will help prevent flicker on a
TV/HDTV when you play back video that was recorded indoors.
Video Compression Set the file format for your videos. Choose HEVC (to reduce
file sizes) or H.264 + HEVC (to use H.264 to maximize compatibility with older
devices while using HEVC for advanced settings).
Time and Date Use to manually adjust the time and date. Both are automatically
updated when you connect your camera to the GoPro app.
Date Format This is set automatically based on the language that you chose at
setup. You can also change it manually here.
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Setting Your Preferences
VOICE CONTROL Choose your Voice Control settings and see all of the available
commands. Voice Control Turn Voice Control on and off. It can also be toggled
on or off using the Dashboard. Wake on Voice Lets you wake your camera by
saying, “GoPro, turn on.” Language Choose your Voice Control language.
Commands See a complete list of voice commands. To learn more, see Controlling
Your GoPro With Your Voice (page 69).
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Setting Your Preferences
TOUCH SCREEN Adjust Orientation, set the Screen Saver, and adjust brightness.
Orientation Keeps your screen right-side up when you rotate your camera.
To learn more, see Setting the Screen Orientation (page 38). Screen Saver Set
your camera’s screen saver to 1, 2, or 3 minutes. Choose Never to leave your
screen on.
Heads Up: The camera buttons and Voice Control still work even when the screen
is off. Brightness Use the slider to adjust your screen’s brightness.
REGIONAL Turn on GPS, choose your language, and see all of your camera’s
regulatory information. GPS Turn on GPS to track your speed, distance, and
more. Add performance stickers in the GoPro app to show how fast, far, and
high you were going in your videos. For more information and mobile device
compatibility, check out gopro.com/telemetry. Language Choose the language
that appears on the camera. Regulatory See your GoPro’s certifications.
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Setting Your Preferences
INPUT/OUTPUT Set up how you want to use your camera’s HDMI output, and find
the right setting for your external microphone. HDMI Output Connect your GoPro
to an HDTV using the GoPro Media Mod (HERO8 Black) and an HDMI cable (both
sold separately), and then choose Monitor to show your camera’s live view with
camera information, Media to playback the media on your SD card, or Live to
show your camera’s live view without camera information. Audio Input Connect
your camera to the GoPro Media Mod (HERO8 Black) or Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter
(both sold separately). Then select the type of microphone you’ll be using.
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Setting Your Preferences
ABOUT Update your GoPro, plus find your camera’s name, serial number, battery
condition, and software version. GoPro Updates Update your camera’s software
to ensure you have the latest features and performance upgrades. Camera Info
Find your camera’s name and serial number, and see which software version your
camera is using. Battery Info Check your battery’s health here. Be sure to use
the GoPro Rechargeable Battery (HERO8 Black/HERO7 Black/HERO6 Black). Using an
older GoPro battery or non-GoPro battery could greatly limit your camera’s
performance.
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Setting Your Preferences
RESET Format your SD card or reset your camera’s settings. Format SD Card
Reformat your SD card. This will erase all of your media, so be sure to save
it first. Reset Presets Reset the preloaded presets to their original settings
and delete all custom presets. Reset Camera Tips See all of the camera tips
from the beginning. Factory Reset Restore all of your camera’s settings and
clear all connections.
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Important Messages
Problems are rare, but HERO8 Black will let you know if anything comes up.
Here are some of the messages you might see.
CAMERA IS TOO HOT The Temperature icon appears on the touch screen if your
camera becomes too hot and needs to cool down. Your camera was designed to
recognize when it’s at risk of overheating and will shut down when needed.
Simply let it sit and cool before using it again. Heads Up: The operating
ambient temperature range of your HERO8 Black is 14° F ~ 95° F (10° C ~ 35°
C). High temperatures will cause your camera to use more power and drain the
battery faster. PRO TIP: Shooting video at a high resolution and frame rate
will also cause your camera to heat up faster, especially in hot environments.
Try switching to a lower resolution and frame rate to lower the risk of
overheating your GoPro.
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REPAIRING YOUR FILE HERO8 Black will automatically try to fix damaged files.
Files can be damaged if your camera loses power while recording or if there’s
a problem saving the file. The File Repair icon will appear on the touch
screen when a repair is in progress. Your camera will let you know when it’s
finished and if the file was fixed. MEMORY CARD FULL Your camera will let you
know when your SD card is full. You’ll need to move or delete some files if
you want to keep recording. BATTERY LOW, POWERING OFF A low battery message
will appear on the touch screen when the battery charge drops below 10%. If
the charge runs out while recording video, your camera will stop recording,
save the video, and turn itself off.
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Resetting Your Camera
RESTARTING YOUR GOPRO If your camera is not responding, press and hold the
Mode button for 10 seconds. This will restart your camera. There will be no
changes to your settings. RESTORE PRESETS TO THE DEFAULTS This will reset all
of your camera’s original preset settings to the defaults. 1. Swipe down to
access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Reset > Reset Presets. Heads Up:
Restoring your camera’s original preset settings to their defaults will delete
your custom presets. RESETTING CONNECTIONS This will clear your device
connections and reset your camera’s password. Resetting connections means
you’ll have to reconnect all of your devices. 1. Swipe down to access the
Dashboard.
2. Tap Preferences > Connections > Reset Connections. RESETTING THE CAMERA
TIPS Want to see the camera tips again? Here’s how to see them all from the
beginning. 1. Swipe down to access the Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Reset >
Reset Camera Tips.
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Resetting Your Camera
RESTORING FACTORY SETTINGS This will restore all of your camera’s original
settings, clear all device connections, and deregister your camera from GoPro
PLUS. This is useful if you’re giving your camera to a friend and want to
completely reset it to its original state. 1. Swipe down to access the
Dashboard. 2. Tap Preferences > Reset> Factory Reset. Heads Up: Restoring the
factory settings will not delete any content from your SD card or have any
effect on your camera’s software.
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Mounting Your GoPro
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2
3
MOUNTING HARDWARE 1. Mounting Buckle 2. Thumb Screw 3. Curved Adhesive Mount
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USING THE MOUNTING FINGERS Depending on the mount you’re using, you’ll either
use a mounting buckle or attach your GoPro directly to the mount itself. See
Using the Adhesive Mounts (page 100) for tips on using adhesive mounts. 1.
Flip the folding fingers down into the mounting position. 2. Interlock the
folding fingers on your camera with the mounting fingers
on the buckle. 3. Secure your camera to the mounting buckle with a thumb
screw.
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4. Attach the mounting buckle to the mount. a. Flip up the mounting buckle
plug. b. Slide the buckle into the mount until it clicks into place. c. Press
the plug back down so that it sits flush with the buckle.
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USING THE ADHESIVE MOUNTS Follow these guidelines when attaching adhesive
mounts to helmets, vehicles, and gear: · Attach mounts at least 24 hours
before you use them. · Only attach the mounts to smooth surfaces. They won’t
stick properly
to porous or textured surfaces. · Firmly press mounts into place. Be sure the
adhesive is in full contact
with the surface. · Only use on clean, dry surfaces. Wax, oil, dirt, or other
debris will
weaken the bond, and you could lose your camera. · Attach mounts in dry room
temperature conditions. They won’t stick
properly in cold or damp environments or on cold or damp surfaces. · Check
state and local regulations and laws to ensure that attaching
a camera to equipment (such as hunting gear) is permitted. Always comply with
regulations that restrict the use of consumer electronics or cameras.
WARNING: To avoid injury, do not use a tether when mounting your camera on a
helmet. Do not mount the camera directly on skis or snowboards.
For more information about mounts, visit gopro.com.
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WARNING: Always use a helmet that meets applicable safety standards if you’re
using a GoPro helmet mount or strap. Choose the right helmet for your sport or
activity, and make sure that it’s the right size and fit for you. Check to see
that your helmet’s in good condition, and always follow the manufacturer’s
instructions on safe use. Replace any helmet that’s been subjected to a major
impact. No helmet can protect against injury in every accident. Be safe.
USING YOUR GOPRO IN + AROUND WATER HERO8 Black is waterproof to 33ft (10m)
with the door locked. You won’t need an additional housing before diving in.
The touch screen was designed to work when wet, but you may need to wipe it
off if it has trouble sensing your commands. Although it will not work under
water, you can use the camera’s buttons to navigate the menus when you’re
submerged. To learn more, see Navigating with the Buttons (page 25).
PRO TIP: Use a camera tether and a Floaty (sold separately) to keep your
camera afloat in case it detaches from the mount. To capture extreme
adventures down to 196ft (60m), pick up the Protective Housing (HERO8 Black),
sold separately. For more information on Camera Tethers, Floaty, and the
Protective Housing, visit gopro.com.
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Removing the Door
There might be times when you need to remove your camera’s door. WARNING: Only
remove the door in a dry, dust-free environment. The camera is not waterproof
when the door is open or removed.
REMOVING THE DOOR 1. Unlock the latch, and flip the door open. 2. Gently force
the door open until it snaps off.
WARNING: Avoid using HERO8 Black with the door off. The battery could slide
out during use.
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Removing the Door
REATTACHING THE DOOR 1. Line the door up with the small silver bar. 2. Press
the door tightly into the small silver bar until it snaps into place
and is securely attached.
WARNING: Be sure that it is locked, sealed, and waterproof by checking the
door latch and pressing the hinge after closing the door.
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Maintenance
Follow these tips to get the best performance from your camera: · Your GoPro
is waterproof to 33ft (10m)–no housing needed. Be sure
the door is closed before using it in or around water, dirt, or sand. · Before
closing the door, be sure the seal is free of debris. Use a cloth
to clean the seal if needed. · Make sure your GoPro is dry and clean before
opening the door.
Rinse your camera with fresh water and dry it with a cloth if needed. · If
sand or debris hardens around the door, soak your camera in warm
tap water for 15 minutes and then rinse thoroughly to remove the debris. Make
sure your camera is dry before opening the door. · For the best audio
performance, shake your camera or blow on the mic to remove water and debris
from the microphone holes. Do not use compressed air to blow into the mic
holes. This could damage the internal waterproof membranes. · After every use
in salt water, rinse your camera with fresh water, and dry it with a soft
cloth. · The lens cover is made from extremely tough strengthened glass, but
it can still be scratched or cracked. Keep it clean with a soft, lint-free
cloth.
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Battery Information
MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE Here are some things you can do to maximize battery
life: · Capture video at lower frame rates and resolutions. · Use the
Screensaver and lower the screen Brightness. · Turn off GPS. · Turn off
Wireless Connections. · Use these settings:
· QuikCapture (page 35) · Auto Power Off (page 87). RECORDING WHEN PLUGGED
INTO A POWER SOURCE You can use the USB-C cable that came with your HERO8
Black to shoot videos and photos while your camera is plugged in to a USB-
charging adapter, the GoPro Supercharger, another GoPro charger, or the GoPro
Portable Power Pack. This is perfect for capturing long videos and time lapse
events. Even though your camera is charging, the battery will not charge
during recording. It will start charging when you stop recording. You cannot
record while your camera is plugged into a computer. Heads Up: Because the
door is open, your camera is not waterproof when charging.
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Battery Information
WARNING: Using a non-GoPro wall charger could damage your camera battery and
could lead to fire or leakage. With the exception of the GoPro Supercharger
(sold separately), only use chargers marked Output 5V 1A. If you don’t know
your charger’s voltage and current, use the included USB-C cable to charge
your camera with a computer.
BATTERY STORAGE + HANDLING HERO8 Black is full of sensitive components,
including the battery. Avoid exposing your camera to very hot or cold
temperatures. Extreme temperatures may temporarily shorten battery life or
cause your camera to temporarily stop working properly. Avoid dramatic
temperature or humidity changes as condensation may form on or within the
camera.
Do not dry your camera with an external heat source such as a microwave oven
or a hair dryer. Damage to the camera or battery caused by contact with liquid
inside the camera is not covered under the warranty.
Do not store your battery with metal objects like coins, keys, or necklaces.
If the battery terminals come in contact with metal objects, this may cause a
fire.
Do not make any unauthorized alterations to your camera. Doing so may
compromise safety, regulatory compliance, and performance, and may void the
warranty.
Heads Up: Batteries have reduced capacity in cold weather. This affects older
batteries even more. If you regularly shoot at low temperatures, replace
batteries yearly for optimal performance.
PRO TIP: Fully charge your camera before storing it away to help maximize
battery life.
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Battery Information
WARNING: Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred,
microwave, incinerate, or paint your camera or battery. Do not insert foreign
objects into any opening on the camera, such as the USB-C port. Do not use
your camera if it’s been damaged–for example, if cracked, punctured, or harmed
by water. Disassembling or puncturing the integrated battery can cause an
explosion or fire.
BATTERY DISPOSAL Most rechargeable lithium-ion batteries are classified as
non-hazardous waste and are safe for disposal in the normal municipal waste
stream. Many regions require battery recycling. Check your local laws to make
sure that you can dispose of rechargeable batteries in your regular trash. To
safely dispose of lithium-ion batteries, protect terminals from exposure to
other metal with packing, masking, or electrical tape so they do not cause a
fire while being transported. Lithium-ion batteries, however, do contain
recyclable materials and are accepted for recycling by the Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation’s (RBRC) Battery Recycling Program. We encourage
you to visit Call2Recycle at call2recycle.org or call 1-800-BATTERY in North
America to find a convenient recycling location. Never dispose of a battery in
a fire because it may explode.
WARNING: Only use GoPro replacement batteries for your camera.
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Troubleshooting
MY GOPRO WON’T POWER ON Make sure your GoPro is charged. See Charging (page
10). If charging the battery doesn’t work, try restarting your camera. See
Restarting Your GoPro (page 95).
MY GOPRO WON’T RESPOND WHEN I PRESS A BUTTON See Restarting Your GoPro (page
95).
PLAYBACK ON MY COMPUTER IS CHOPPY Choppy playback is usually not a problem
with the file. If your footage skips, one of these issues is probably the
cause: · The computer doesn’t work with HEVC files. Try downloading the
latest version of the GoPro Player for Mac® or GoPro MAX Exporter for Windows®
(GoPro Player for Window coming soon) for free at gopro.com/apps. · Your
computer doesn’t meet the minimum requirements of the software you’re using
for playback.
I FORGOT MY CAMERA’S USERNAME OR PASSWORD Swipe down to access the Dashboard,
and then tap Preferences > Connections > Camera Info.
I DON’T KNOW WHICH SOFTWARE VERSION I HAVE Swipe down to access the Dashboard,
and then tap Preferences > About > Camera Info.
I CAN’T FIND MY CAMERA’S SERIAL NUMBER The serial number is stamped inside the
battery compartment of your camera. You can also find it by swiping down to
access the Dashboard, and then tapping Preferences > About > Camera Info.
For more answers to commonly asked questions, see gopro.com/help.
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Tech Specs: Video
VIDEO RESOLUTION (RES) Video resolution refers to the number of horizontal lines used in each frame of video. A 1080p video is made up of 1080 horizontal lines, each with a width of 1920 pixels. A 4K video is made up of 3840 horizontal lines, each with a width of 2160 pixels. Since more lines equals greater resolution, 4K will deliver a more detailed picture than 1080p.
Video Resolution 4K 4K 4:3 2.7K 2.7K 4:3
Description
Our highest resolution video. Great for tripod and fixed-position shots. Can
be used to grab 8MP stills from your video.
Our highest resolution video. The tall 4:3 aspect ratio captures more of the
scene than 16:9 shots. Great for point-of-view footage.
High resolution 16:9 video that provides stunning, cinema-quality results for
professional productions.
Great for high-resolution point-of-view body and gear-mounted shots with fluid
slo-mo playback.
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Video Resolution 1440p
1080p
Description
Tall 4:3 aspect ratio fits more into the frame than 1080p. Great for capturing
fast action and pointof-view shots and for sharing to social media.
Standard HDTV resolution that’s great for all shots and sharing to social
media. High 240 fps and 120 fps options enable super slo-mo during editing.
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This chart compares the frame size of each resolution:
4K 4:3
4K 2.7K 4:3
2.7K
1440p
1080p
PRO TIP: Be sure that your phone, computer, or TV can support the setting you
choose, especially if you’re using a high resolution and frame rate.
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FRAMES PER SECOND (FPS) Frames per second refers to the number of frames
captured in each second of video. Higher fps values (60, 120, or 240) are
better at capturing fast-action shots. You can also use high fps footage for
slo-mo playback. Resolution + FPS Higher video resolutions capture more detail
and clarity, but they’re generally available at lower fps values. Lower video
resolutions capture less detail and clarity, but they can be shot at higher
fps values. When choosing a resolution on the RES | FPS screen, all of the
available frame rates for the resolution you selected are shown in white.
Unavailable frame rates are in gray.
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ASPECT RATIO Aspect ratio refers to the width and height of an image. HERO8
Black captures videos and photos in two aspect ratios. 4:3 The tall 4:3 format
captures more of the scene than the 16:9 widescreen format. It’s great for
selfies and point-of-view footage. The 4:3 resolutions are listed in the top
row of the RES | FPS screen. 16:9 This is the standard format used for HDTV
and editing programs. The widescreen format is ideal for capturing dramatic
cinematic footage. The 16:9 resolutions are listed below the 4:3 resolutions
on the RES | FPS screen. Heads Up: Black bars will appear on both sides of the
screen when playing back 4:3 footage on an HDTV.
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DIGITAL LENSES (VIDEO) Digital lenses let you choose how much of the scene is captured by your camera. The different lenses also affect the zoom level and the fisheye effect in your shot. For Video mode, SuperView captures the largest field of view while Narrow captures the smallest.
Digital Lens
Description
SuperView (16mm)
Widest and tallest field of view, served up as 16:9 video.
Wide (1634mm)
Wide field of view that captures as much as possible within the frame.
Linear (1939mm)
Wide field of view without the fisheye effect of SuperView and Wide.
Narrow (27mm)
Narrow field of view without the fisheye effect of SuperView and Wide.
Heads Up: Only the lenses that are compatible with the resolution and frame rate you selected will be available.
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HERO8 BLACK VIDEO SETTINGS Here’s a rundown of your camera’s video resolutions along with available fps, lenses, and aspect ratio for each.
Video Resolution (RES)
FPS (60Hz/ 50Hz)*
Digital Lenses
Screen Resolution
Aspect Ratio
4K
60/50 Wide, Linear
3840×2160 16:9
30/25 SuperView, Wide,
4K
24/24
Linear
3840×2160 16:9
4K 4:3
30/25 24/24
Wide, Linear
4096×3072 4:3
2.7K
120/100 Wide
2704×1520 16:9
60/50
2.7K
30/25
SuperView, Wide, Linear, Narrow
2704×1520
16:9
24/24
2.7K 4:3
60/50 Wide
2704×2028 4:3
2.7K 4:3
30/25 24/24
Wide, Linear, Narrow
2704×2028 4:3
*60Hz (NTSC) and 50Hz (PAL) refer to the video format, which depends on your region. To learn more, see Anti-Flicker (page 87).
For tips on which settings to use, see Suggested Settings (page 30).
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Video Resolution (RES)
FPS (60Hz/ 50Hz)*
Digital Lenses
Screen Resolution
Aspect Ratio
1440p
120/100 Wide
1920×1440
4:3
1440p
60/50 30/25 24/24
Wide, Linear, Narrow
1920×1440
4:3
1080p
240/200 Wide
1920×1080 16:9
1080p
120/100
60/50
SuperView, Wide, 1920×1080
16:9
30/25 Linear, Narrow
24/24
*60Hz (NTSC) and 50Hz (PAL) refer to the video format, which depends on your region. To learn more, see Anti-Flicker (page 87).
For tips on which settings to use, see Suggested Settings (page 30).
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High Resolutions/High Frame Rates Shooting high-resolution or high-fps video
when it’s warm out can cause your camera to heat up and use more power. Lack
of airflow and connecting to the GoPro app can cause your camera to warm up
even more, use even more power, and shorten recording time. If heat’s a
problem, try recording shorter videos. Also limit use of features that take a
lot of power, such as the GoPro app. The GoPro Smart Remote (sold separately)
can control your GoPro while using less energy. Your camera will tell you if
it needs to shut down and cool off. To learn more, see Important Messages
(page 93).
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HYPERSMOOTH 2.0 VIDEO STABILIZATION HyperSmooth 2.0 delivers ultra smooth professional footage by correcting for camera shake. It crops your videos while recording, which lets it buffer the footage to eliminate bumps and jitters. This makes it perfect for biking, skating, skiing, handheld shots, and more. HERO8 Black has four HyperSmooth settings:
Setting
Description
Boost
Maximum video stabilization with tight cropping.
High
Stronger video stabilization with minimal cropping (Wide lens is cropped by 10%).
On
Stabilized video with minimal cropping (Wide lens is cropped by 10%).
Off
Records without video stabilization or cropping.
Heads Up: HyperSmooth is unavailable when recording 4K60 video with the Linear digital lens. It will use standard video stabilization in its place.
PRO TIP: You can smooth out your footage even more by using Touch Zoom to crop your shots before you start recording. This will give your camera an even bigger buffer to use when stabilizing your video.
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AUTO LOW LIGHT HERO8 Black can tell if there isn’t enough light for your shot
and will automatically lower the frame rate to improve video quality. This is
especially helpful when you’re moving in and out of low-light conditions. Auto
Low Light is set to On by default. It works with all resolutions when shooting
at 50 or 60 fps. Turning Off Auto Low Light 1. From the Video screen, tap the
settings. 2. Tap Low Light. LOOPING INTERVAL You can set your GoPro to record
5 (default), 20, 60, or 120 minute loops. It can also be set to Max, which
will record until your SD card is full before looping back to record over the
start of the video.
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SUPERPHOTO SuperPhoto automatically analyzes the scene and intelligently
applies the best image processing for the shot. Depending on the lighting,
movement in your shot, and other conditions, SuperPhoto will choose one of
four options: High Dynamic Range (HDR) Our improved HDR takes and combines
multiple photos into a single shot to bring out the details in scenes that mix
bright light and shadows. Local Tone Mapping Enhances photos by boosting the
details and contrast only where it’s needed. Multi-Frame Noise Reduction
Automatically combines multiple shots into a single photo with less digital
distortion (noise). No Additional Processing Captures photos with no advanced
processing when conditions are perfect. SuperPhoto only works for single
photos. Because of the extra time needed to apply image processing, it may
take a little longer to process and save each shot. Heads Up: SuperPhoto does
not work with RAW photos, Protune, or Exposure Control.
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Turning On SuperPhoto SuperPhoto is off by default. Here’s how to turn it on.
- From the Photo settings screen, tap Output. 2. Select SuperPhoto. HDR High
Dynamic Range (HDR) is one of the image-processing techniques SuperPhoto uses
to enhance your shots. It combines multiple shots into a single photo with
better results than ever. Choose this setting if you want to use HDR every
time you take a photo. 1. From the Photo settings, tap Output. 2. Select HDR.
HDR On can only be used for single photos. For the best results, use it in
high-contrast shots with minimal motion. Heads Up: HDR does not work with RAW
or Exposure Control.
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SHUTTER SPEED (NIGHT + NIGHT LAPSE PHOTO) Shutter speed lets you decide how long your camera’s shutter stays open in Night and Night Lapse Photo modes. Here are your options, plus tips on when to use them:
Speed
Examples
Auto (up to 30 seconds)
Sunrise, sunset, dawn, dusk, twilight, night.
Dawn, dusk, twilight, traffic at night, 2, 5, 10, or 15 seconds Ferris wheel, fireworks, light painting.
20 seconds
Night sky (with light).
30 seconds
Night stars, Milky Way (complete darkness).
PRO TIP: To reduce blur when using Night and Night Lapse photo, mount your camera on a tripod or place it on a stable surface where it won’t wobble or shake.
BURST RATE Capture fast-action scenes with one of these high-speed settings: · Auto (up to 30 photos in 1 second based on lighting conditions) · 60 photos in 6 or 10 seconds · 30 photos in 1, 3, 6, or 10 seconds · 10 photos in 1 or 3 seconds · 5 photos in 1 second · 3 photos in 1 second
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DIGITAL LENSES (PHOTO) Digital lenses let you choose how much of the scene is captured by your camera. They also affect the zoom level and fisheye effect in your shot. There are three lens options for photos:
Digital Lens
Description
Wide (1634mm)
Wide field of view that captures as much as possible within the frame.
Linear (1939mm)
Wide field of view without the fisheye effect of Wide.
Narrow (27mm)
Narrow field of view without the fisheye effect of Wide.
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RAW FORMAT When this setting is turned on, all photos are saved as a .jpg
image (for viewing on your camera or sharing with the GoPro app) and a .gpr
file. The .gpr file is based on the Adobe® DNG format. These files can be used
in Adobe Camera Raw (ACR), version 9.7 or later. You can also use Adobe
Photoshop® Lightroom® CC (2015.7 release or later) and Adobe Photoshop®
Lightroom® 6 (version 6.7 or later). In Photo mode, RAW Format is available
for Photo, Burst, Night, Time Lapse Photo, and Night Lapse Photo, with these
conditions and exceptions: · SuperPhoto must be off. · Digital lenses must be
set to Wide. · Zoom must be off. · RAW Format is not available for capturing
continuous photos. · For Time Lapse photo, the Interval must be at least 5
seconds. · For Night Lapse photo, the Shutter setting must be at least 5
seconds.
PRO TIP: Photos in .gpr format are saved in the same location and with the
same file name as .jpg files. To access the files, insert your SD card into a
card reader and locate them with your computer’s file explorer.
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TIMEWARP 2.0 VIDEO SPEED You can increase TimeWarp video speed up to 30x to
turn longer activities into shareable moments. The default setting is Auto,
which automatically sets the speed for you.
You can also set the speed yourself. Use this chart to estimate the length of
your videos. For example, recording at 2x speed for 1 minute will give you
about 30 seconds of TimeWarp video. Recording at 2x speed for 4 minutes will
give you approximately 2 minutes of TimeWarp video.
Speed
Recording Time
Video Length
2x
1 minute
30 seconds
5x
1 minute
10 seconds
10x
5 minutes
30 seconds
15x
5 minutes
20 seconds
30x
5 minutes
10 seconds
Heads Up: Recording times are approximate. The video length may vary depending on the movement in your shot.
Speed
Examples
2x5x
Driving through a scenic route.
10x
Hiking and exploring.
15x30x
Running and mountain biking.
PRO TIP: For the best results, leave the speed on the Auto setting when shooting footage that may get bumpy.
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VIDEO RESOLUTION (TIMEWARP 2.0, TIME LAPSE VIDEO) HERO8 Black shoots TimeWarp and Time Lapse Video in four resolutions. Here are all of your options:
Resolution 4K 2.7K 1440p 1080p
Aspect Ratio 16:9 4:3 4:3 16:9
To learn more, see: · Video Resolution (RES) (page 109) · Aspect Ratio (page 113)
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TIME LAPSE INTERVAL The Interval sets how often your camera takes a shot in
Time Lapse Video and Time Lapse Photo modes.
Available intervals are 0.5 (default), 1, 2, 5, 10, and 30 seconds; 1, 2, 5,
and 30 minutes; and 1 hour.
Interval 0.52 seconds 2 seconds 510 seconds 10 seconds1 minute 1 minute1 hour
Examples Surfing, biking, or other sports. Busy street corner. Clouds or outdoor scenes for long durations. Art projects or other lengthy activities. Construction work or other activities that take place over a very long period of time.
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Time Lapse Video Recording Time Use this chart to determine the length of your videos. For example, recording for 5 minutes with a 0.5-second interval will give you 20 seconds of time lapse video. Recording for 15 minutes will give you 1 minute of video.
Interval
Recording Time
Video Length
0.5 second
5 minutes
20 seconds
1 second
5 minutes
10 seconds
2 seconds
10 minutes
10 seconds
5 seconds
1 hour
20 seconds
10 seconds
1 hour
10 seconds
30 seconds
5 hours
20 seconds
1 minute
5 hours
10 seconds
2 minutes
5 hours
5 seconds
5 minutes
10 hours
4 seconds
30 minutes
1 week
10 seconds
1 hour
1 week
5 seconds
PRO TIP: For the best results, mount your camera on a tripod or place it on a stable surface where it won’t wobble or shake. Use TimeWarp 2.0 video to capture time lapse video when you’re on the move.
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NIGHT LAPSE INTERVAL Choose how often your GoPro snaps a shot in Night Lapse
mode. Night Lapse intervals are Auto; 4, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 30 seconds; and 1,
2, 5, 30, and 60 minutes.
Auto (default) syncs the Interval with the Shutter setting. If the shutter
speed is set to 10 seconds and the Interval is set to Auto, your camera will
take a shot every 10 seconds.
Interval Auto 45 seconds 1015 seconds 2030 seconds
Examples
Great for all exposures (captures as quickly as possible depending on the
Shutter setting).
Evening city scene, street lighting, or scenes with movement.
Dim lighting with slow scene changes, such as night clouds with a bright moon.
Very low light or very slow scene changes, like stars with minimal ambient or
street light.
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Tech Specs: Protune
Protune unlocks your camera’s full creative potential by giving you manual
control of advanced settings, including Color, White Balance, and Shutter
Speed. It’s compatible with professional color correction tools and other
editing software.
Here are some things to keep in mind:
· Protune is available for all modes except Looping and LiveBurst. Scroll down
in the settings menu to see all of the Protune settings.
· Some Protune settings are not available when you use Exposure Control.
· Changes to Protune settings in one preset apply only to that preset. For
example, changing the White Balance for Time Lapse does not affect White
Balance for Burst photos.
PRO TIP: You can restore all Protune settings to their defaults by tapping in the settings menu.
BIT RATE Bit rate determines the amount of data used to record a second of video. HERO8 Black lets you choose between high or low.
Bit Rate
Description
Low (default)
Use a lower bit rate to minimize file sizes.
High
Use higher bit rates up to 100Mbps (4K and 2.7K video) for optimal image quality.
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COLOR Color lets you adjust the color profile of your videos or photos. Scroll between the options to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap the one you want.
Color Setting GoPro Color (default)
Flat
Description
Captures photos and videos with the classic GoPro color-corrected profile.
Provides neutral color profile that can be colorcorrected to better match
footage captured with other equipment, offering more flexibility in post-
production. Due to its long curve, Flat captures more details in shadows and
highlights.
WHITE BALANCE White Balance lets you adjust the color temperature of videos
and photos to optimize for cool or warm lighting conditions. Scroll between
the options to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap the one you
want.
Options for this setting are Auto (default), 2300K, 2800K, 3200K, 4000K,
4500K, 5000K, 5500K, 6000K, 6500K, and Native. Lower values will give you
warmer tones.
You can also choose Auto to let your GoPro set the White Balance or the Native
setting to create a minimally color-corrected file that allows for more
precise adjustments in post-production.
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Tech Specs: Protune
ISO MINIMUM/MAXIMUM ISO Minimum and ISO Maximum let you set a range for the
camera’s sensitivity to light and image noise. Image noise refers to the
degree of graininess in the shot.
In low light, higher ISO values result in brighter images but with more image
noise. Lower values result in darker images with less image noise. Scroll
between the options to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap the
one you want.
The default for ISO Maximum is 1600 for video and 3200 for photos. The default
for ISO Minimum is 100.
100 200 400
Darker image Lower image noise
800 1600
3200
6400
Brighter image Greater image noise
Heads Up: For the Video and Photo modes, ISO behavior depends on the Protune Shutter setting. The ISO Maximum that you select is used as the maximum ISO value. The ISO value that is applied might be lower depending on the lighting conditions.
PRO TIP: To lock the ISO at a specific value, set ISO Minimum and ISO Maximum to the same values.
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SHUTTER The Protune Shutter setting only applies to the Video, Photo, and
LiveBurst modes. This setting determines how long the shutter stays open.
Scroll between the options to see a live preview of each setting, and then tap
the one you want. The default setting is Auto.
For Photo, the options are Auto, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, and 1/2000
second.
For Video, the options depend on the fps setting, as shown below.
Shutter
Example 1: 1080p30
Example 2: 1080p60
Auto
Auto
Auto
1/fps
1/30 sec
1/60 sec
1/(2xfps)
1/60 sec
1/120 sec
1/(4xfps)
1/120 sec
1/240 sec
1/(8xfps)
1/240 sec
1/480 sec
1/(16xfps)
1/480 sec
1/960 sec
PRO TIP: To reduce the amount of blur in videos and photos when using the Shutter setting, mount your camera on a tripod or other stable surface where it won’t wobble or shake.
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EXPOSURE VALUE COMPENSATION (EV COMP) Exposure Value Compensation affects the
brightness of your photos and videos. Adjusting this setting can improve image
quality when shooting scenes with sharply contrasting lighting conditions.
Options for this setting range from -2.0 to +2.0. The default setting is 0.
Scroll between the options on the right side of the EV Comp screen to see a
live preview of each setting, and then tap the one you want. Higher values
result in brighter images. Heads Up: For Video, this setting is available only
if Shutter is set to Auto. You can also adjust the exposure based on a certain
area of your scene. To learn more, see Exposure Control (page 65). PRO TIP: EV
Comp adjusts brightness within the existing ISO setting. If brightness has
already reached the ISO setting in a low-light environment, increasing the EV
Comp does not have any effect. To continue increasing the brightness, select a
higher ISO value.
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SHARPNESS Sharpness controls the quality of details captured in your video
footage or photos. Options for this setting are High (default), Medium, and
Low. Scroll between the options to see a live preview of each setting, and
then tap the one you want. PRO TIP: If you plan to increase sharpness during
editing, select Low for this setting.
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RAW AUDIO This setting creates a separate .wav file for your video, in addition to the standard .mp4 audio track. You can select the level of processing to apply to the RAW audio track.
RAW Setting
Description
Off (default)
No separate .wav file is created.
Low
Applies minimal processing. Ideal if you want to
apply audio processing in post-production.
Applies moderate processing based on the
Med
Wind-Noise Reduction setting. Ideal if you
want to apply your own gain.
High
Applies full audio processing (automatic gain and Wind-Noise Reduction). Ideal if you want processed audio without AAC encoding.
Insert your SD card into a card reader to access the .wav files with your computer. They’re saved with the same name and in the same location as the .mp4 files.
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WIND-NOISE REDUCTION Your HERO8 Black uses three microphones to capture sound while recording video. You can customize how they’re used based on conditions where you’re shooting and the type of sound you want in your finished video.
Setting Auto (default) On
Off
Description
Automatically filters out excessive wind (and water) noise.
Use to filter out excessive wind noise or when your GoPro is mounted on a
moving vehicle.
Use when wind will not affect sound quality and you want to ensure that your
GoPro is recording in stereo.
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Customer Support, visit gopro.com/help.
Trademarks
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of GoPro, Inc. in the United States and other countries. © 2019 GoPro, Inc.
All rights reserved. For patent information, visit gopro.com/patents. GoPro,
Inc., 3000 Clearview Way, San Mateo CA 94402 | GoPro GmbH, Floessergasse 2,
81369 Munich, Germany
Regulatory Information
To see the complete list of country certifications, refer to the Important
Product + Safety Instructions included with your camera or visit
gopro.com/help.
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