What is HEVC H.265? High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC), also known as H.265 is a video compression standard. The GoPro Hero6 is the first action camera to use HEVC codec. Here is a little on why it's used and how you can take advantage of it without the headaches. HEVC H.265 is one of several possible successors to the much more widely used AVC (Advanced Video Coding H.264 or … [Read more...] about HEVC H.265 what and How to Use it
GoPro Karma a Good Drone
GoPro Karma history GoPro Karma was one of 2016 most anticipated drone launches. All this hype was a lot to live up to, and it had a big stumble. GoPro, unfortunately, had to recall after only being on the market for barely one month. GoPro responded very well to the customers who bought Karma. Offering a free GoPro Hero5 black camera ($400 value) in exchange for returning … [Read more...] about GoPro Karma a Good Drone
Cold Weather GoPro Tips
Here are a few cold weather GoPro tips, a must before going skiing and snowboarding. Using your GoPro in cold weather will seriously affect battery life. Every winter I notice in GoPro forums around the internet how people struggle with battery life in cold weather. It is not just a GoPro thing all batteries don't perform well in cold temperatures. Another issue with GoPro … [Read more...] about Cold Weather GoPro Tips
The First GoPro Accessory To Get
What is the first GoPro accessory to get? The quick answer is GoPro Shorty. Without a doubt the number one question I get as an avid GoPro user. Having owned and used GoPro cameras for over seven years now, there are not many accessories I have not tried out in some way. Most of my favorites have not always been GoPro branded accessories. The one accessory that was my "not sure … [Read more...] about The First GoPro Accessory To Get
Launching GoPro Karma by Hand
If you take your drone on adventures you will soon need to learn this tip. Hand launching GoPro Karma. After flying the Karma for almost a year now I need to launch or take off and land on uneven surfaces. If you have flown DJI drones you are aware launching and catching them is fairly easy. They have a much different landing gear design, with fixed landing gear to … [Read more...] about Launching GoPro Karma by Hand
Fast Charging with GoPro Power Bank
Having some extra juice on tap like a GoPro power bank is an essential accessory. Whether it's for your phone, tablet or other camera gear. In this electronic device dominant world having a portable power bank is a must. Are there cheaper versions of the GoPro power bank available? Yes. I will say that it is a quality build and works very well. Bellow is a video I put together … [Read more...] about Fast Charging with GoPro Power Bank
GoPro Karma Grip Complete Video solution
With the GoPro Karma grip finally making it to market. Making GoPro cameras a complete video making solution. There have been stabilizers on the market prior to the GoPro Karma grip. These stabilizers did a good job, but GoPro just doesn't bring something to market half way. Karma grip is a very well designed stabilizer gimbal. This shows through in its materials with smooth … [Read more...] about GoPro Karma Grip Complete Video solution
GoPro DIY Egg Timer Time Lapse Rotator
Showing you how to make a custom GoPro DIY egg timer time lapse rotator. Time lapse photography with GoPro camera's are easy. So is this GoPro DIY project. GoPro users can add flair to video's with this an amazing effect for less than $8. Adding a turning or rotating effect to time lapses will spice up an opening to any video. With video's and films story telling is paramount. … [Read more...] about GoPro DIY Egg Timer Time Lapse Rotator
GoPro Recommended Memory Cards for HERO5 Cameras
What is a great accessory for my new GoPro camera? Having the correct GoPro recommended memory card. After making the decision to finally get that GoPro you wanted. Don't get cheap on getting a good memory card for your new GoPro. I can promise this will cost you at some point. So many new GoPro users do not heed this advice and and end up with problem after problem. Having the … [Read more...] about GoPro Recommended Memory Cards for HERO5 Cameras
GoPro SuperCharger it Really is Super
What is the best way to charge your Hero5 camera? GoPro SuperCharger. Why would GoPro make a special charger to charge their cameras? Well they didn't not exactly that is. You can charge your new Hero5 Black or Session camera with any Smart or SuperCharger it does not need to be a GoPro branded one. Although the GoPro SuperCharger does work very well in my opinion. I did a test … [Read more...] about GoPro SuperCharger it Really is Super
Making A GoPro Dog Ball, Capture Ball POV
Put your GoPro in a dog ball. Are you both a dog lover and an avid GoPro user? If so I have a fun little GoPro DIY for you and your dog to enjoy. Making a GoPro dog ball to get some interesting shots from the ball's point of view. I love my German Shepard dog Mae and I spend a ton of time with her. GoPro changed thing up with the addition of the Hero4 Session camera. Taking … [Read more...] about Making A GoPro Dog Ball, Capture Ball POV
GoPro Karma & HERO 5 Are Here
It's finally here, GoPro Karma drone and Hero 5 camera have officially launched. Arguably the most anticipated launch GoPro has ever had. GoPro Hero 5 cameras are set to be available October 2, 2016 with Karma two weeks later to go on sale October 23, 2016. GoPro up until now only made cameras and accessories for those cameras. With the GoPro Karma they now enter the booming … [Read more...] about GoPro Karma & HERO 5 Are Here