GoPro Hero 8 Black

GoPro HERO8
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Product details

The redesigned shape is more compact and with the eyelet on the base you can quickly replace the brackets. A new side flap makes battery replacement even faster and the lens is now twice as shock resistant.
Vloggers, professional filmmakers and aspiring content creators now have more options than ever before - with fast-to-use accessories like flashes, microphones, LCD displays and more. Simply treat your recordings to the optional Media Mod. Liquid is now even more liquid. Now the HERO8 Black has three stabilization stages: On, up and boost. So you can choose the best option for all situations. Get the largest possible field of view or turbo in to get the smoothest HERO camera video ever. In addition, HyperSmooth works with all resolutions and frame rates and provides an app-internal horizontal horizon alignment.

Record extremely stabilized time-lapse videos during an activity. TimeWarp now also automatically adjusts speed based on motion, scene detection and lighting conditions. You can even reduce the effect to real time, enjoy the special moment, and then tap to accelerate again. It lets you capture moments 1.5 seconds before and after shooting so you can choose the best frame for the perfect photo - or a fantastic divisible video. Take stunning 12 MP photos with enhanced HDR - in motion or at rest - with less blur and crisp detail even in low light.

The field of view is easy to set by selecting a new digital lens. Now you can choose between "Eng", "Linear", "Wide" and "SuperView". Share the moment. Stream live to 1080p on social networks, use HyperSmooth stabilisation when transferring via the GoPro app and save your recordings to your SD card to watch later. With 14 voice commands like "GoPro Take a picture" you have your hands free. Even if the camera is turned off, you can say: "Turn on GoPro". HERO8 Black understands English (US, UK, AU and India), Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (BR), Russian, Spanish (EU and NA) and Swedish.

Key specifications

Compatible brand
GoPro
Item number
11978680

General information

Manufacturer
GoPro
Category
Action camera accessories
Manufacturer no.
CHDHX-801-RW
Release date
25.9.2019

Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Action camera accessory properties

Action camera accessory type
Action Cam battery
Max diving depth
10 m

Compatibility

Compatible brand
GoPro
Compatible model
GoPro HERO8

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Charging cable, 
Holders, 
Manual, 
OVP, 
Rechargeable battery

Product dimensions

Length
6.63 cm
Width
4.86 cm
Height
2.84 cm
Weight
126 g

Package dimensions

Length
22.80 cm
Width
10.50 cm
Height
7.10 cm
Weight
418 g

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Action camera accessories» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.Rollei
  • 10.DJI
  • 10.GoPro
  • 10.Hama
  • 10.Telesin

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.GoPro
  • 1.Insta360
  • 1.mantona
  • 1.PolarPro
  • 5.DJI

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Action camera accessories» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 5.mantona
  • 7.Joby
  • 8.GoPro
  • 9.PolarPro
  • 10.Freewell
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good82/100
Very good80/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseJanuary 2023
  • PositiveGood image stabiliser
  • PositiveBracket integrated into the housing
  • PositiveSharp 4K video
  • NegativeNo selfie display on the front
  • NegativePhotos only 12 megapixels
  • NegativeVery short battery life

The GoPro Hero8 Black lands in the midfield of action cams in the CHIP test with a good overall score. The model from 2019 only costs around 300 euros, but still has a lot to offer: The sharp 4K videos and good features were convincing in the test, and the typical retractable finger mount is already included here. Only the somewhat weak battery drags down the overall score.

Good73/100
Rank 1 out of 11Stiftung Warentest11 ActioncamsReleaseJune 2021

Actioncams - the cameras for adventurers Actioncams deliver gripping images from the actor's point of view - of surfing, paddling, hang gliding or downhill riding. A small action cam can be attached almost anywhere and its recordings are extremely wide-angled. This means: it delivers full panorama with a fish-eye effect...

Very good80/100
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MAC LIFESingle testReleaseJune 2020
  • Positiveoutstanding image stabilisation
  • PositiveiPhone app with horizontal alignment
  • PositiveVery good picture and video quality
  • Negativeshort battery life
  • NegativeWeak recordings in low light conditions
  • NegativeOverheating problems

Numerous improvements in detail make the Hero8 the best technical Gopro model to date. However, those who already own the Hero7 do not have to switch: The added value is not high enough. And newcomers to Gopro should consider whether it really has to be the 8 model. The predecessor scored with a much better price-performance ratio: the Hero7 is currently available for 110 euros less.

Very good94/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseOctober 2019

In the test, the GoPro Hero8 Black surpasses the already reference-setting predecessor model in almost every area. Recordings appear somewhat sharper and with a wider dynamic range, functions such as image stabiliser and live streaming have been significantly improved and the slightly modified housing is particularly appealing thanks to the integrated finger holder...