GoPro Announces the all new HERO3

       After the enormous success of the GoPro HERO 1&2, GoPro has jsut announced they will be releasing an all new line of cameras to replace its already popular product. The HERO 3 is now Wifi enabled and 30% smaller, 25% lighter, and 2 times more powerful then the older model. GoPro will also be releasing various trim levels of the camera which you can check out below. The new black edition will be able to record 60fps at a full 1080p! Also be sure to check out some of the first test footage of the Hero 3 below!

GoPro HD Hero 3 White Edition
The White Edition looks to be an upgraded HD Hero 1 Camera that includes WiFi, a new flat underwater dive lens and the new, thinner profile. Available 10/21/12.
$199 MSRP
1080p/30fps, 960p/30fps, 720p/60fps
5MP photos
Up to 3 shots per second in photo burst mode
WiFi built in
Improved Housing (Locking Latch / Dive Lens)
GoPro HD Hero 3 Silver Edition


The Silver Edition is basically an updated HD Hero 2 camera with WiFi built in, the thinner size and and improved housing. Available 10/21/12.
$299 MSRP
1080p/30fps, 960p/48fps, 720p/60fps
11MP photos
Up to 10 shots per second in photo burst mode
WiFi built in
Protune and White Balance
Improved Housing (Locking Latch / Dive Lens)


GoPro HD Hero 3 Black Edition
This is where things get really interesting. The Black Edition uses brand new technology and boasts some incredible settings, including 60 frames per second at 1080p and 120fps at 720p. Available mid to late November.
$399 MSRP
4K/15, 2.7K/30, 1440p/48fps, 1080p/60fps, 960p/100fps, 720p/120fps
12MP photos
New photo burst modes with up to 30 shots per second
WiFi built in
Remote Control Included ($79.95 otherwise)
Protune, White Balance, Continuous Photo, and Picture in Video capabilities
Improved Housing (Locking Latch / Dive Lens)   


HERO3 Test- around JH from Andrew Whiteford on Vimeo.