We’re very impressed with the new Gopro Hero 8 Black, but last year’s Hero7 Black is no slouch and is still available new and at a lower price. Here’s what you need to know about the differences between these two top action cameras before deciding if the premium is worth it for GoPro’s latest and greatest. With an MSRP of 400$ for the Hero 8 Black and 330$ for the Hero 7 Black (currently available for $300 during Cyber Week), the price difference isn’t huge and the older Hero7 should meet the needs of many customers who want to save a few bucks.
GoPro Hero 7 Black
Cameras have come a long way and have evolved a lot. The GoPro Hero 7 Sports & Action Camera has CMOS Sensor sensor. As It supports memory card types of SD, SDHC, SDXC. Overall, this camera weighs and has 2 Inch display to click, and preview images.
- Depth1.3 in
- Widescreen Video CaptureYes
- Face Detection DetalisFace Detection AF/AE, Smile Capture
- Digital Video FormatH.264, H.265, HEVC
- Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
- Audio Signal FormatWAV
- Interfaces ProvidedHDMI, USB-C
- Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
- NavigationGPS receiver
- Audio Signal FormatWAV
- Face DetectionFace Detection AF/AE, Smile Capture, Yes
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution12.0 MP
- Digital Video FormatH.264, HEVC, H.265
- Widescreen Video CaptureYes
- ManufacturerGoPro
CARRYING CASE
- Underwater Depthup to 30ft
EXPOSURE & WHITE BALANCE
- Exposure Modesautomatic, program
- Exposure ModesProgram, automatic
MISCELLANEOUS
- Protectionwaterproof
- Color Categoryblack
- ProtectionWaterproof
- Underwater DepthUp to 30ft
- Included AccessoriesUSB cable, curved adhesive mount, flat adhesive mount, quick release buckle, thumb screw, underwater housing
- Underwater UseYes
LENS SYSTEM
- Focus Adjustmentfocus free
MEMORY / STORAGE
- Video Capture3840 x 2160 p – 60 fps
2704 x 1520 p – 120 fps
2560 x 1440 p – 120 fps
1920 x 1080 p – 240 fps
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
- Additional FeaturesDigital noise reduction, Scene Detection Technology, HDR image enhancement technology, Time-Lapse recording, Loop recording, voice control, slow motion recording
- Self-Timer DelayYes
- FeaturesHDR image enhancement technology, Loop recording, Scene Detection Technology, Time-Lapse recording, digital noise reduction, slow motion recording, voice control
MICROPHONE
- Microphone Operation Modemono
- Microphone Featureswind noise reduction
- Microphone Operation ModeMono
- Microphone FeaturesWind noise reduction, 3-mic system
BATTERY
- Battery TypeManufacturer-specific
HEADER
- BrandGoPro
- Packaged Quantity1
VIDEO INPUT
- Type4K action camera
- Continuous Shooting Speed30 frames per second
- Digital Video FormatH.264, H.265, HEVC
- Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
- Frame Rate (Max Resolution)60 fps
- High-Definition Video Support4K
- Interfaces ProvidedHDMI, USB-C
- Face DetectionYes
- Face Detection DetalisFace Detection AF/AE, Smile Capture
- Self-Timer DelayYes
- FeaturesHDR image enhancement technology, Loop recording, Scene Detection Technology, Time-Lapse recording, digital noise reduction, slow motion recording, voice control
EXPOSURE PARAMETERS
- Exposure Modesautomatic, program
OPTICAL SENSOR
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution12 megapixels
CAMERA DISPLAY
- TypeLCD display
- Display Form Factorbuilt-in
- Diagonal Size2 in
- Diagonal Size (metric)5.1 cm
- Touch ScreenYes
CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS
- Wireless InterfaceBluetooth, Wireless LAN
- NavigationGPS receiver
- Connectivity FeaturesLive streaming, Wireless Image Transfer, wireless video upload to cloud server
CAMCORDER FEATURES
- Widescreen Video CaptureYes
PRO CAMCORDER FEATURES
- Audio Signal FormatWAV
ACTION CAMERA FEATURES
- Camera Typemountable
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
- Width2.5 in
- Depth1.3 in
- Height1.8 in
- Weight4.09 oz
SERVICE & SUPPORT
- Type1 year warranty
SERVICE & SUPPORT DETAILS
- Typelimited warranty
- Full Contract Period1 year
GENERAL
- ManufacturerGoPro
GoPro Hero 8 Black
The Hero 8 Black is the best GoPro yet, but without its Mod accessories, it’s only a minor update on its predecessor. The more streamlined design, new microphone and improved app are all big bonuses, while pros will appreciate the higher max bit-rate and 1080p livestreaming. If you just need a waterproof action cam for travel duty, then it’s still well worth considering the Hero 7 Black. But those new Mod accessories, which are coming soon, should push the Hero 8 Black into a league of its own, particularly for vloggers.
- Widescreen Video CaptureYes
- Optical Sensor TypeCMOS
- Face Detection DetalisBlink Detection technology, Face Detection AF/AE, Smile Capture
- Digital Video FormatH.264, H.265, HEVC
- Image Recording FormatRAW
- Interfaces ProvidedUSB-C
- Image Recording FormatRAW
- SensorsMotion sensor
- HDR ModeSuperPhoto + HDR
- NavigationGPS receiver
- Face DetectionBlink Detection technology, Face Detection AF/AE, Smile Capture, Yes
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution12.0 MP
- Digital Video FormatH.264, HEVC, H.265
- Widescreen Video CaptureYes
- Optical Sensor TypeCMOS
- ManufacturerGoPro
CARRYING CASE
- Underwater Depthup to 30ft
EXPOSURE & WHITE BALANCE
- Exposure Modesautomatic, program
- Exposure ModesProgram, automatic
MISCELLANEOUS
- Protectionshockproof, waterproof
- Color Categoryblack
- ProtectionWaterproof, shockproof
- Underwater DepthUp to 30ft
- Included AccessoriesUSB-C cable, curved adhesive mount, quick release buckle, thumb screw
- Underwater UseYes
LENS SYSTEM
- Focus Adjustmentfocus free
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
- Additional FeaturesScene Detection Technology, voice control, slow motion recording, LiveBirst
- Self-Timer DelayYes
- FeaturesScene Detection Technology, slow motion recording, voice control
MICROPHONE
- Microphone Operation Modestereo
- Microphone Featureswind noise reduction
- Microphone Operation ModeStereo
- Microphone FeaturesWind noise reduction, 3-mic system
BATTERY
- Battery TypeManufacturer-specific
- Details1 x 1220 mAh
HEADER
- BrandGoPro
- Packaged Quantity1
VIDEO INPUT
- Typeaction camera
- Continuous Shooting Speed30 frames per second
- Digital Video FormatH.264, H.265, HEVC
- Image Recording FormatRAW
- Frame Rate (Max Resolution)60 fps
- High-Definition Video Support4K
- Interfaces ProvidedUSB-C
- Face DetectionYes
- Face Detection DetalisBlink Detection technology, Face Detection AF/AE, Smile Capture
- Self-Timer DelayYes
- FeaturesScene Detection Technology, slow motion recording, voice control
EXPOSURE PARAMETERS
- Exposure Modesautomatic, program
OPTICAL SENSOR
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution12 megapixels
- Optical Sensor TypeCMOS
- Sensor Qty1 CMOS
CAMERA DISPLAY
- TypeLCD display
- Display Form Factorbuilt-in
- Diagonal Size2 in
- Diagonal Size (metric)5.1 cm
- Touch ScreenYes
CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS
- Wireless InterfaceBluetooth, Wireless LAN
- NavigationGPS receiver
- Sensorsmotion sensor
- Connectivity FeaturesLive streaming, remote control via mobile devices, wireless image upload to cloud server, wireless video upload to cloud server
CAMCORDER FEATURES
- Widescreen Video CaptureYes
ACTION CAMERA FEATURES
- Camera Typemountable
SERVICE & SUPPORT
- Type1 year warranty
SERVICE & SUPPORT DETAILS
- Typelimited warranty
- Service Includedparts and labor
- Full Contract Period1 year
GENERAL
- ManufacturerGoPro