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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.™
What's Included:
- 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
Tech Specs:
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 final 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
Optional Accessories
- Additional Rechargable 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery (not yet available for pre-order)
- 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 (not yet available for pre-order)
- Endurance Battery Bakpac for double battery life (not yet available for pre-order)
- More Bakpacs and expansion devices coming soon