Hero 12 Black

Introducing the new HERO12 Black

The best HERO camera we’ve ever made — HERO12 Black takes GoPro’s best-in-class image quality to the next level with new HDR (High Dynamic Range) 5.3K and 4K video, upgraded HyperSmooth 6.0 video stabilization and an industry-leading 177° field-of-view with Max Lens Mod 2.0. Other new features include a totally redesigned power management system for improved thermal performance and up to 2x longer runtimes¹, and Bluetooth audio support for Apple AirPods and other headphones to record sound and give remote voice commands. There are also pro-level features like wirelessly synchronizing multiple HERO12s via timecode, advanced color controls, and more. HERO12 wraps all of this into GoPro’s legendary waterproof, ultra-rugged design to ensure you get the shot, no matter the environment.

Product Details

• Includes HERO12 Black camera, Enduro Rechargeable Battery, curved adhesive mount, mounting buckle + thumb screw and USB-C cable
• HDR (High Dynamic Range) Video + Photo for more vivid images
• Longer runtimes, including 1.5 hours at 5.3K30 and over 2.5 hours at 1080p30²
• Optional Max Lens Mod 2.0 lens accessory enables ultra wide angle, 177-degree field of view in 4K60
• New Bluetooth audio support for AirPods + other Bluetooth audio devices for wireless sound recording and voice control
• 5.3K60, 4K120 and 2.7K240 video resolutions
• HyperSmooth 6.0 video stabilization with 360° Horizon Lock³
• Large image sensor captures ultra wide 156° field of view in 8:7
• 27 megapixel photos with 24.7 megapixel stills from video
• Waterproof to 33ft + legendary GoPro ruggedness
• New Timecode Sync to wirelessly synchronize multiple HERO12 Black cameras at once
• GP-Log and LUT support
• A microSD card is required, but not included

Jaw-Dropping 5.3K Video
5.3K delivers best-in-class image quality with 91% more resolution than 4K.
HERO12 Black also captures in 4K, 2.7K and 1080p video resolutions.

Up to 8x Slo-Mo

Get 4x slo-mo—that’s 120 frames per second—at a ridiculously high 4K resolution. You can also ramp up the slo-mo to 8x—240 frames per second—at 2.7K.

Ultra Durable + Waterproof
Waterproof to 33 feet and built to take a beating.

Water-Repelling Lens Cover

Hydrophobic lens sheds water to keep your shots crystal clear when you’re in the water.

Emmy®-Winning Video Stabilization

HyperSmooth 6.0 continues to raise the bar for in-camera video stabilization, giving you impossibly smooth footage no matter how rough it gets. And it’s winning awards, too—an Emmy® Award for In-Camera Sensor and Software Stabilization.

AutoBoost

With HyperSmooth 6.0, HERO12 Black automatically ensures you get the widest shots possible while using video stabilization depending on your speed and movement in the scene.

Built-In Horizon Lock

Horizon Lock is a built-in part of HyperSmooth 6.0, so it’s easier than ever to keep the horizon level when your camera rotates a full 360°.³

The Must-Have Upgrade for Ultimate POV

New Max Lens Mod 2.0
Get the widest, tallest and most thrilling POV shots possible—including an ultra wide, industry-leading 177° field of view—all in 4K60. And Max HyperSmooth provides unbreakable video stabilization in all video modes. This is the perfect upgrade for mountain biking, skiing and other action sports.

Ultra Wide Angles in 4K

Get an expansive field of view that’s 36% wider than HERO12 Black alone4 for amazing views of your bike or skis, and it makes the video look faster and more immersive—all in stunning 4K60.

Vertical Capture for Social Media

4K60 Vertical Capture dramatically expands your field of view by up to 48%5 without additional mounts or needing to rotate the camera for immersive POV that’s ready for social media.

177° In 4K60

New to Max Lens Mod 2.0, Max HyperView delivers a 177° field of view—that’s the widest view available in a GoPro, even compared to GoPro MAX shooting in single-lens mode—in stunning 4K60.

Now with longer runtimes.

Thanks to its improved power management, HERO12 Black delivers 2x longer continuous recording at 5.3K60 (70 minutes)¹, plus over 1.5 hours at 5.3K30 and over 2.5 hours of continuous recording at 1080p30.²

Cold-Weather Enduro Battery Included

Using advanced technology, the long-lasting Enduro Rechargeable Battery boosts performance in cold temperatures over previous GoPro cameras and batteries.

All-New HDR Video

HDR (High Dynamic Range) Video delivers greater detail and color in highlights and is now available in 5.3K and 4K60.

Larger Image Sensor
Lets You Do More

Shoot Wide Screen, Vertical or Full Frame

With a tap, switch between Wide Screen or new Vertical Capture depending on whether you’re shooting for traditional wide-screen playback or social media. Or capture in Full Frame and decide later in the Quik app for maximum versatility.

Ultra Wide-Angle Digital Lenses

HyperView and SuperView—both GoPro exclusive digital lenses—enable ultra wide 16:9 capture, standard in HERO12 Black. For even wider shots, consider the new Max Lens Mod 2.0 accessory (see above).

156° Field of View
156° Field of View in Full 8:7

The large image sensor also lets you capture a wide 156° field of view in a full-frame 8:7 aspect ratio, in 5.3K and 4K.

10-Bit Color

10-bit color enables enhanced color depth, smoother gradations and more realism. And pro creators can use GP-Log encoding with LUT to max out dynamic range before applying color correction.