The GoPro HERO9 Black is finally official as of today, coming in the form of the company’s best, most feature-packed action camera to date. Slow-motion lowers will be pleased to learn that the new gadget can capture 240 frames per second while maintaining a 1080p resolution.
On the other end of the imaging spectrum, the HERO9 Black can do 5K resolutions at 30fps, GoPro has confirmed. In terms of photography, the camera delivers 20-megapixel stills. All of that high-quality content is within reach thanks to the inclusion of a new image sensor at the heart of the camera.
On the outside, the device offers a 1.4-inch front color display with real-time previewing capabilities. Sitting on the opposite side is a 2.27-inch touchscreen that can recognize conventional gestures, including pinch-to-zoom. Compared to last year’s model, the GoPro HERO9 Black promises up to 30% longer battery life, depending on the use cases.
The aforementioned in-body stabilization is called HyperSmooth 3.0, which is as buzzwordy of a name as anyone’s likely to think of. Still, beneath all that marketing fluff is an extremely capable, AI-powered solution that will make the most out of even the shakiest of cams.
Full HD livestreaming and webcam mode is on offer, as well, as is a three-microphone array said to be even better at eliminating wind and similar noise than the 2019 model The GoPro HERO9 Black can be ordered starting today, priced at $449.99.
Existing GoPro subscribers are able to get the camera on a $100 discount, as was expected. The company said it’s already fulfilling shipments as of this week.