GoPro HD Surf HERO

1080p HD / 5MP Wearable

Action | Helmet | Sports Video Camera

GoPro’s HD Surf HERO is the world’s only 1080p HD on-board video and still photo camera. Professional quality 1080p / 960p / 720p HD resolutions record at 30 and 60 frames per second (60 fps in 720p). Easily mounts to any surfboard in seconds. So light, even top pros claim they don't notice the camera on their boards. 

The HD Surf HERO can also shoot 5MP photos automatically every 2 seconds while you surf. With the simple press of the shutter button on the paddle out you can capture photos during your entire surf. Other photo modes include 5 / 10 / 30 / and 60 second time lapse as well as single shot, triple shot, and self timer modes.
 
The batteries last for over 2.5 hours of HD video or automatic photo taking, so you can document your entire surf with a single push of the shutter button on the paddle out.
 
The included adhesive base mounts in seconds and is proven in heavy surf from Hawaii to Tahiti, Southern Mexico to Northern California. Or you can install an FCS™ fin plug into the deck of your board and then use our patent pending camera mounting plug to allen key your HD Surf HERO into the FCS™ plug.
 
Lighten your load on your next trip and use the HD Surf HERO for your non-surf related photos and videos, too. Optional accessories make it easy to mount the camera on your wrist, bike, scooter, jet ski or helmet. Tow surfing? A chest harness is available for that, too.
 
Waterproof to 180’ / 60m and protected from rocks and other hazards thanks to its removable polycarbonate housing. Replacement housings and lens kits are available, making repairs or refurbishing your HD HERO camera affordable and convenient. It's a GoPro...go for it.™

Be a HERO...GoPro, in HD.
Developed for professional use, but at a consumer price, the HD HERO line of wearable cameras capture full HD video rivaling cameras costing 10x the price. How? Our team consists of some of the the brightest minds in Silicon Valley who also happen to be obsessed with outdoor sports, race cars, and all things moto. Athletic super geeks? Indeed.

Professional Quality, Full HD Video
1080p, 960p, and 720p in 30 and 60 fps (720p). The HD HERO line of cameras offers three different HD resolutions, giving you three filming modes to capture the best angles for any given activity:

• 1080p: 1920x1080 True HD featuring a 127º angle of view, 30 fps, and 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio
• 960p: 1280x960 Ultra Wide and Tall HD featuring a 170º angle of view, 30 fps, and 4:3 aspect ratio. See more of the action above and below than widescreen16:9 resolutions can show.
• 720p: 1280x720 Ultra Wide HD featuring a 170º angle of view, both 30 and 60 fps, and 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio

5MP Photos, Automatically
HD HERO cameras can shoot hands-free, 5 megapixel photos automatically at 2 / 5 / 10 / 30 / and 60 second intervals until the batteries die or the SD card is full (2.5 hours). Or set it to single shot, triple shot, or self timer for more traditional photo taking.

Audio Excellence
We’ve invested more in the HD HERO camera's sound system than most companies spend on their entire camera development. You’ll only be hearing the sounds of your sport, not the howl of the wind. How? Obsessive audio engineering and an understanding that good sound is as important as good video.

Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, Built in Battery Warmer
The rechargeable 1100mAh lithium-ion battery (included) lasts for 2.5 hours of constant recording. It can be recharged to 80% capacity in just 2 hours when plugged into a computer’s USB port, or in 1 hour when plugged into a USB compatible wall or car charger. Camera can also be used while charging...handy on road trips where it's fun to leave the camera rolling. Camera also features an integrated battery heating system for keeping your battery warm in winter activities.

Shockproof, Bombproof, Waterproof to 180’ / 60m
Don’t let a little water, or even a ton of water get in the way of getting the shot. Proven in heavy surf from Hawaii to Tahiti, Southern Mexico to Northern California, HD HERO cameras can handle it thanks their highly engineered polycarbonate exoskeletal housing. Waterproof to 180’ / 60m and tough enough to take a spin across the asphalt, GoPros are built to take a beating. Replacement lens kits are also available, so there’s little worry of scratching the tempered glass lens while going for glory. Trash the housing in a massive crash? Replacements are available.

It’s a GoPro...go for it!

GoPro HD HERO product catalogue (Adobe PDF file, approx 4.5MB)

Phenomenal Professional Quality...
This new high definition line from Go Pro gives action and motor sports enthusiasts the ability, for the first time, to capture their exploits in incredibly crisp, smooth, and bright full HD video and still photos, combined with the unique feature set of the GoPro Hero Wide cameras and the huge range of rock solid mounting options.

Startlingly clear, smooth, and rich video right out of the box:

• True HD video (1920 x 1080p) at standard 30 frames per second.
• Slow Motion Cinema mode: a high resolution mode (1280 x 720p) at an amazing 60 frames per second (or 30 fps if desired).
• Permits “liquid smooth” slow motion viewing.
• Maximum Field of View (1280 x 960p) at standard 30 frames per second that adds 25% more “height” to the picture.
• Developed specially by GoPro to let you see more action at the top & bottom of the screen - critical things like the tips of your skis, a longer stretch of trail, or the horizon… things that make your video much more exciting!
• Waterproof to 100ft (approx 30m).
• Quick-release mounts to any helmet, bike, board, vehicle... or just about other gear you can think of!

The ultra-wide 170 degree angle of this camera, it's amazing versatility and general ease-of-use are what make it so attractive to all sports users - including us paraglider pilots!

Amazingly crisp 5MP action photos as well!
5 megapixel photos can now be taken automatically every 2, 5, or 10 seconds. Upgraded sensor means that photos are clearer, colours are brighter, and the light is better – all by an order of magnitude.

Maintaining the proven design features that have made GoPro the choice of action and motor sports enthusiasts...

• Industry’s widest angle lens (170 degrees) capture more of the action.
• Clear impact-resistant polycarbonate waterproof housing as standard equipment. Now rated to a remarkable 180 feet (55 meters) underwater.
• Compact size maximizes versatility for mounting camera anywhere you want.
• Bombproof GoPro mounting hardware for use on helmets, bike or motorbike frames, cars, kayaks, snowboards or skis, or many other sports equipment…or on your body.

Fantastic new features that make the camera even simpler to use and more useful...

• Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery lasts 2 hours in most ambient temperatures
• Stores video and photo on 32GB SD card, for 8-10 hours of video or thousands of still photos
• Louder audible and brighter visual on/off indicators make it easy to know camera status
• Upgraded battery life indicator
• Unique battery heater feature permits longer use in cold temperatures

GoPro HD Surf HERO > Features

• 170 degree ULTRA-WIDE angle glass lens at 720p / 960p resolutions
• 5 mega-pixel sensor
• Auto exposure
• 32 MB SD card memory
• Shoots up to 8-10 hours of video with sound or thousands of still photos
• Shoots 5MP photos
• High quality colour video
• 10 second self-timer
• 3x sequence photo bursts
• Programmable power-off settings
• Photo every 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 seconds
• Always on mode (lasts 3+ hours)
• Mode lock for easy shooting
• 30 meter depth glass lens water-housing
• 1 Year Warranty

GoPro HD Surf HERO > Technical Specs

Technical specifications for the GoPro HD Helmet HERO...

Camera Optics

• Lens Type: Fixed Focus (2ft/.6m – ∞), glass
• Aperture: f/2.8 (high performance in low-light situations)
• Angle of View: 170º ultra wide angle in WVGA, 720p, or 960p mode
• Angle of View: 127º wide angle in 1080p mode

Video

• HD Video Resolution Modes: (subject to change, pending firmware release)
  - 1080p = 1920x1080 pixels (16:9), 30 fps, 15 Mbit/s data rate
  - 960p = 1280x960 pixels (4:3), 30 fps, 12 Mbit/s data rate
  - 720p = 1280x720 pixels (16:9), 60 fps, 15 Mbit/s data rate
  - 720p = 1280x720 pixels (16:9), 30 fps, 8 Mbit/s data rate
  - WVGA = 848x480 pixels (16:9), 60 fps, 8 Mbit/s data rate
• Sensor Type: 1/2.5" HD CMOS, 2.2µm-sized pixels
• Light Sensitivity: Super low-light sensitivity (>1.4 V/lux-sec)
• Video Format: H.264 compression, saved as Windows- & Mac-compatible MPEG4 (.mp4) file
• Exposure Control: Auto with user selectable center weighted average and spot metering settings
• White Balance: Auto

Audio

• Microphone: Built-in, mono with AGC (automatic gain control)
• Audio Format: 48 kHz, AAC audio compression

Photo

• Resolution: 5 megapixel
• Capture Modes: Single shot, photo every 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 secs.; 3 photo burst; self-timer

Storage

• Memory: SD card, up to 32GB capacity (SDHC)
• Average recording times (using 32GB SD card):
  - 1080p (30 fps): 4h 21m
  - 960p (30 fps): 5h 26m
  - 720p (60 fps): 4h 21
  - 720p (30 fps): 8h 09m
  - WVGA (60 fps): 8h 09m

Camera Connectors & Cables

• PC Connection: USB 2.0 (data connection and battery charging)
• HDTV Out: HD NTSC & PAL (component cable incl.)
• Audio Out: Combo 2.5mm jack with stereo audio and composite video out
• PC Compatibility: Windows® XP (Service Pack 2 or later) or Vista; Mac OS® X 10.4.11 and later

Power & Battery

• Battery Type: Rechargeable 1100 mAh lithium-ion
• Battery Life: Approx. 2.5 hrs
• Charging: via USB to computer or optional power adapter
• Charge Time: 80% capacity after 1 hour with optional power adapter; or 2 hours with a computer’s USB port

Waterproof Camera Housing

• Depth Rating: Up to 180 feet / 60 meters
• Construction: Polycarbonate and stainless steel
• Hardware: Stainless steel

Size & Weight

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.6” x 2.4” x 1.2” (42mm x 60mm x 30mm)
• Weight: 3.3oz (94g) incl. battery, 5.9oz (167g) incl. housing

GoPro HD Surf HERO > Package

The following is included with the GoPro HD Helmet HERO package:

• 1 HD HERO Camera (5 megapixel)
• 1 Rechargeable 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery
• 1 Waterproof Quick-Release Housing (180’/60 m)
• 1 3M™ Adhesive Mounting Base
• 1 FCS™ Plug-Compatible Mount
• 1 Quick-Release Buckle
• 1 Leash
• 1 USB Cable
• 1 Component Video (HDTV) Cable
• 1 Composite Video + Audio Out Cable
• Warranty: One Year

Optional Accessories

• Additional Rechargable 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery
• Full Line of Mounting Accessories

Optional Expansion Bakpacs

An innovative expansion port on the back of the camera, the HERO Bus accepts optional Expansion Bakpacs to expand the functionality of HD HERO cameras:

• LCD Bakpac for on-camera preview and playback
• Endurance Battery Bakpac for double battery life

Testimonials

"This is the best sports cam I've ever used."
Gizmodo

"...the GoPro system is an absolute steal."
CNET

"The GoPro Helmet Hero Wide is one of the most advanced helmet cams we have seen yet."
Popular Mechanics, January 2009

"I can see GoPro completely dominating the POV market."
Ben DeCamp, Staff Photographer Surfer Magazine

"This camera isn't just easy to use, it's addictive...the GoPro Motorsports HERO wins our nod for best all-around onboard (camera)."
Autoweek Magazine

"...after testing it for the past six months I can honestly say it's one of the coolest, handiest little cameras I've ever used."
Mark Anders, Sufline.com

Editors Choice Award - Video Camera
Backpacker Magazine, April 2009

2008 & 2009 Top Selling Product Award
Dealer News Top 100 Retailer Poll (Motorcycle Industry)

"Mighty mite that's right there when you need it."
Los Angeles Times

"...so light, I can't even feel the weight of the camera on my boards."
John Maher, pro surfer

"The GoPros are sturdy, rugged, and are amazingly able to record crisp film footage while being beaten up on open ocean or while mounted to the hull of a freerider's ski. It's really impressive stuff."
Personal Watercraft Illustrated

"...photos were extremely clear."
New York Times

"To say we were skeptical about this wrist mounted digital video and still camera is an understatement. But so is calling the HERO one of the coolest accessories we've ever tested."
Ski Magazine