Stabilization and voice control support
GoPro HERO5
The GoPro HERO5 series introduced significant functional updates, including stabilization for the first time in the GoPro lineup, setting the foundation for future models.
Key Features of the GoPro HERO5
Product Lineup
GoPro HERO5 Black
Supported Formats
- 4K30fps
- 2.7K60fps
- 1440p80fps
- 1080p120fps
- 12.00MP
Camera Specifications
- Released Date
- 2016/10/8
- Chipset
- Image Sensor Size
- 1/2.3”
- Aperture
- f/2.8
- Stabilization
- Standard
- 10 Bit Color
- x
- Loop Recording
- ✔
- Live Streaming
- x
- Waterproof
- 10m
- Max Storage Size
- 128GB
- Body Size
- 62 * 44 * 24 mm
- Weight
- 118g
Successor Model GoPro HERO6 Black
GoPro HERO5 Session
Supported Formats
- 4K30fps
- 2.7K30fps
- 1440p60fps
- 1080p90fps
- 10.00MP
Camera Specifications
- Released Date
- 2016/10/15
- Chipset
- Image Sensor Size
- 1/2.3”
- Aperture
- f/2.8
- Stabilization
- Standard
- 10 Bit Color
- x
- Loop Recording
- ✔
- Live Streaming
- x
- Waterproof
- 10m
- Max Storage Size
- 128GB
- Body Size
- 38 * 38 * 36 mm
- Weight
- 73g
Successor Model GoPro HERO11 Black Mini
Features
Long-Awaited Image Stabilization and Added Voice Control
The biggest highlights of the GoPro HERO5 are the introduction of electronic image stabilization (EIS) and the addition of voice control (GoPro Voice Control Commands).
The most significant improvement is the image stabilization, which allows for capturing action scenes more clearly. Previously, one of the criticisms of GoPro compared to competing action cameras was the lack of effective stabilization. However, the image stabilization in the HERO5 received high praise, leading GoPro to include even more advanced stabilization in subsequent models.
Voice control is a groundbreaking feature for GoPro, especially useful in action scenes where pressing the start button can be challenging. Being able to operate the camera by voice makes it a must-have feature for users.
While these may seem like small features, they are essential additions that significantly enhance the GoPro experience.
10m Waterproof Without a Case
Another major highlight of the GoPro HERO5 is its ability to be waterproof up to 10 meters without an external case.
Until the HERO4 series, except for some waterproof models, using a case was necessary for underwater use. From the HERO5 onward, the camera can be submerged without a case.
With 10m waterproofing, it's advisable to use an additional waterproof case for serious underwater activities like scuba diving. However, for activities around water or light swimming, the HERO5 can be used without a waterproof case.
HERO5 Black's Shooting Performance Matches HERO4 Black, Session Supports 4K for the First Time
While the HERO5 features several advancements, the shooting performance of the HERO5 Black is equivalent to that of the HERO4 Black. However, considering the addition of the aforementioned image stabilization, even with the same image quality, the quality of the footage captured will be vastly improved.
On the other hand, the compact model HERO5 Session supports 4K resolution for the first time, which the previous HERO4 Session did not. Although the frame rate is lower compared to the HERO5 Black, it still offers a very practical specification for users.
