Key Takeaways
1. GoPro launched the Lit Hero action camera, following the Hero and Hero 13 Black, but no Hero 14 Black was released.
2. The Lit Hero shares dimensions with the previous Hero but is slightly taller and heavier.
3. It supports 4K video capture at 60 FPS, an upgrade from the previous model’s 30 FPS limit, and includes slow-motion video capabilities.
4. The Lit Hero features an LED light for improved low-light photography.
5. The camera is available for pre-order at $269.99, which is $70 more than the GoPro Hero.
GoPro has refreshed its Hero action camera lineup today with the release of the Lit Hero, just a little over a year after launching the Hero and Hero 13 Black. Although the company did not unveil a Hero 14 Black, the Lit Hero debuts alongside the Max 2, which is the much-anticipated follow-up to the original Max that first hit the market in 2019.
Specs and Features
In essence, the Lit Hero retains many features from last year’s Hero (currently priced at $199 on Amazon). For example, both cameras share dimensions of 56.6 x 29.4 mm. However, the Lit Hero stands 0.7 mm taller and weighs 7 g more than the GoPro Hero. They also both have a 1/2.8-inch CMOS sensor featuring an f/2.3 aperture and a 15 mm equivalent focal length, allowing for 12 MP still images.
Upgraded Capabilities
A significant upgrade is the support for 4K video capture at 60 FPS; the prior GoPro Hero was limited to 30 FPS for 4K shooting. Additionally, the Lit Hero can record slow-motion videos, a feature that the GoPro Hero does not support. Furthermore, GoPro has added an LED light, which enhances the quality of images taken in low-light conditions.
Pricing and Availability
The GoPro Lit Hero is available for pre-order starting today at a price of $269.99 in the US. This means the Lit Hero is $70 and about 35% pricier than the GoPro Hero. Presently, GoPro anticipates that it will start fulfilling pre-orders “on or before” October 21.
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