GoPro Hero12 Black

Sharp and vibrant video ; Improved battery life ; AirPod support makes recording audio easier than ever

There are better options for low light ; Still no touch support on the front screen

The GoPro Hero 12 Black offers sharp HDR video, impressive image stabilisation, and plenty of creative features and shooting modes in a rugged, waterproof package. However, the action camera still suffers from many of the same drawbacks as its...

Class-leading video stabilization 10-bit HDR, GP-Log, and SDR video profiles Up to 5.3K60, 4K120, or 2.7K240 recording More useful Easy Controls than on Hero11 Front and rear displays Pro controls and timecode sync Tough, waterproof build Small enough...

Drops long-running GPS feature Only a few headphones support wireless audio feature One battery won't last all day

The GoPro Hero12 Black features an upgraded video engine with pro-level features while still catering to casual filmmakers with ease-of-use improvements, making it the action camera to beat

Improved battery life and heat tolerance. Smarter stabilization. Support for Log video. Standard tripod mount. HDR recording option. All your existing accessories work.

Menu system is awkward compared to competition.

That depends on your use case, but in most cases yes. The Hero line has long been our favorite action camera, and I don't see that changing. GoPro's Hero cameras are among the very few cameras that have never let me down. They've never missed a shot...

Great stabilization Versatile mounting options Compatible with existing accessories Bluetooth audio support

Very similar to Hero 11 Black Mediocre battery life Disappointing low-light performance

The GoPro Hero 12 Black is a hardy, handy, ultra-wide action camera with incredible stabilization and an abundance of features. The new external and dual-channel audio tools are useful, and filmmakers will appreciate the addition of 10-bit log capture...

Serious feature upgrades for pros and beginners ; Improved battery life ; Bluetooth audio support for headphones ; Stabilisation enhancements

1/4-20 mounting has its limitations ; Max photo/video resolution hasn't changed

The GoPro Hero 12 Black follows the long line of iterative updates to create the best action camera you can buy today. The new HRD video, the ability to shoot vertical videos, and the significantly improved battery life make the new action cam a...

Way better menu system ; Improved battery life ; GP Log and Timecode Sync ; Built-in tripod thread ; Can pair with Bluetooth earbuds

No onboard GPS ; Minor changes over its predecessor

An array of small upgrades make the GoPro Hero 12 Black the best GoPro to date, but only by a small margin. It's very similar to its predecessor, so existing Hero 11 owners might want to skip this generation, but if you're a new buyer or coming from an...

Crisp footage in bright scenes ; Fantastic stabilization ; Useful new features for pros

Noisy low light video ; Battery life isn’t great ; No magnetic mounting

An iteration rather than a revelation, the 12 Black is nevertheless a seriously powerful and intuitive action camera.

Bluetooth support for wireless audio ; Ability to record vertically ; Exceptional video and photo performance ; Dual lens

Battery could be better ; Difficult to access ports

The GoPro Hero12 is a wide-action camera ideal for content creators who work across various platforms as it offers the opportunity to film in vertical and horizontal formats. While the battery on this camera has improved from previous models, it’s...