You probably don't think you need a new GoPro camera. You might want to read this first.
What is it? I know what you're thinking. You're thinking: 'This is just another GoPro camera. It adds a few extra bells and whistles, but is essentially the same as the Hero 4, 5 and 6. I probably don't need it.' You're wrong. The GoPro 7 makes the biggest improvements to its range of video cameras yet. That's thanks to something called "hyper smooth stabilisation". That's a fancy way of saying that no matter how shaky your hands are, or how rocky your ride is, or how bumpy your descent is, you're going to emerge with stunning footage. That makes this the best GoPro release in years.
How does it work? The GoPro 7 doesn't mess with its format. The buttons, screens and charging ports are all in the same spots. If you've used one before, this won't take you long to set up. But you'll notice the changes when you look back at your footage. I tested this in a blustery plane ride over Auckland, while zip lining around Waiheke Island, and then on a boat ride back to Auckland, and the results were incredible. It delivered super smooth footage every time. I'm not going to compare myself to Martin Scorsese just yet, but you get the picture.
What do they say? "(This) is the GoPro we've all been waiting for," says GoPro founder Nick Woodman. "With HyperSmooth video stabilization, it's a camera anyone can use to capture amazingly smooth, professional looking shots of their favourite activities. And they can do it live."
