GoPro Historical Models: Available Video Recording Time
Calculate the available video recording time for each historical GoPro model based on its maximum supported video quality and maximum compatible microSD card capacity.
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Maximum Recording Time for Various GoPro Models by Video Quality
Full HD Video
Let's start by comparing the maximum recording times for basic Full HD video.
| Model | Maximum SD Card Capacity (GB) | Max. Resolution & Frame Rate | Max. Recording Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| HERO12 Black | 1000 | 1080p/240fps | 2841 mins / 47 hrs |
| HERO11 Black | 512 | 1080p/240fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| HERO11 Mini Black | 512 | 1080p/240fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| HERO10 Black | 512 | 1080p/240fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| HERO9 Black | 256 | 1080p/240fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| MAX | 256 | 1080p/60fps | 2909 mins / 48 hrs |
| HERO8 Black | 256 | 1080p/240fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO7 Black | 256 | 1080p/240fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO7 Silver | 128 | 1080p/60fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| HERO7 White | 128 | 1080p/60fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| FUSION | 128 | - | - |
| HERO 2018 | 128 | 1080p/60fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| HERO6 Black | 128 | 1080p/120fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO5 Black | 128 | 1080p/120fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO5 Session | 128 | 1080p/90fps | 970 mins / 16 hrs |
| HERO4 Black (Adventure) | 128 | 1080p/120fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO4 Black (Surf) | 128 | 1080p/120fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO4 Silver (Adventure) | 128 | 1080p/60fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| HERO4 Silver (Surf) | 128 | 1080p/60fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| HERO+ | 64 | 1080p/60fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO+ LCD | 64 | 1080p/60fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO 2014 | 32 | 1080p/30fps | 542 mins / 9 hrs |
| HERO Session | 128 | 1080p/60fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| HERO4 Session | 128 | 1080p/60fps | 1455 mins / 24 hrs |
| HERO3+ Black (Adventure) | 64 | 1080p/60fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO3+ Black (Surf) | 64 | 1080p/60fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO3+ Silver (Adventure) | 64 | 1080p/60fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO3 Black (Adventure) | 64 | 1080p/60fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO3 Black (Surf) | 64 | 1080p/60fps | 727 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO3 Silver | 64 | 1080p/30fps | 1085 mins / 18 hrs |
| HERO3 White | 64 | 1080p/30fps | 1085 mins / 18 hrs |
4K Video
Next, let's compare the maximum recording times for 4K video. 4K video recording is supported by GoPro HERO3 Black and later models (except for some models).
| Model | Maximum SD Card Capacity (GB) | Max. Resolution & Frame Rate | Max. Recording Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| HERO12 Black | 1000 | 4K/120fps | 1366 mins / 23 hrs |
| HERO11 Black | 512 | 4K/120fps | 699 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO11 Mini Black | 512 | 4K/120fps | 699 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO10 Black | 512 | 4K/120fps | 699 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO9 Black | 256 | 4K/60fps | 699 mins / 12 hrs |
| MAX | 256 | - | - |
| HERO8 Black | 256 | 4K/60fps | 699 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO7 Black | 256 | 4K/60fps | 699 mins / 12 hrs |
| HERO7 Silver | 128 | 4K/60fps | 350 mins / 6 hrs |
| HERO7 White | 128 | - | - |
| FUSION | 128 | - | - |
| HERO 2018 | 128 | - | - |
| HERO6 Black | 128 | 4K/60fps | 350 mins / 6 hrs |
| HERO5 Black | 128 | 4K/30fps | 582 mins / 10 hrs |
| HERO5 Session | 128 | 4K/30fps | 582 mins / 10 hrs |
| HERO4 Black (Adventure) | 128 | 4K/30fps | 582 mins / 10 hrs |
| HERO4 Black (Surf) | 128 | 4K/30fps | 582 mins / 10 hrs |
| HERO4 Silver (Adventure) | 128 | 4K/15fps | 1164 mins / 19 hrs |
| HERO4 Silver (Surf) | 128 | 4K/15fps | 1164 mins / 19 hrs |
| HERO+ | 64 | - | - |
| HERO+ LCD | 64 | - | - |
| HERO 2014 | 32 | - | - |
| HERO Session | 128 | - | - |
| HERO4 Session | 128 | - | - |
| HERO3+ Black (Adventure) | 64 | 4K/15fps | 582 mins / 10 hrs |
| HERO3+ Black (Surf) | 64 | 4K/15fps | 582 mins / 10 hrs |
| HERO3+ Silver (Adventure) | 64 | - | - |
| HERO3 Black (Adventure) | 64 | 4K/15fps | 582 mins / 10 hrs |
| HERO3 Black (Surf) | 64 | 4K/15fps | 582 mins / 10 hrs |
| HERO3 Silver | 64 | - | - |
| HERO3 White | 64 | - | - |
5K Video
Next, here's the list of 5K video recording. 5K video recording is supported by GoPro HERO9 Black and later models.
| Model | Maximum SD Card Capacity (GB) | Max. Resolution & Frame Rate | Max. Recording Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| HERO12 Black | 1000 | 5.3K/60fps | 910 mins / 15 hrs |
| HERO11 Black | 512 | 5.3K/60fps | 466 mins / 8 hrs |
| HERO11 Mini Black | 512 | 5.3K/60fps | 466 mins / 8 hrs |
| HERO10 Black | 512 | 5.3K/60fps | 466 mins / 8 hrs |
| HERO9 Black | 256 | 5K/30fps | 350 mins / 6 hrs |
360-Degree Video
Finally, here's the list of 360-degree video recording. 360-degree video recording is only supported by GoPro MAX and GoPro FUSION.
| Model | Maximum SD Card Capacity (GB) | Max. Resolution & Frame Rate | Max. Recording Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX | 256 | 5.6K/30fps | 318 mins / 5 hrs |
| FUSION | 128 | 5.2K/30fps | 166 mins / 3 hrs |