No holds barred in this one!! :D Do you think it's still worth buying despite the negatives? That "non-replaceable" lens protector kinda scares me... 😟
Thanks for another awesome, honest and straightforward review. You are my go to for assistance on purchase decision making. Helping me save my hard earned money for years. Yes, that lens crossed the line and closed the book on the GoPro 8 purchase decision.
@@trippivlogs8465 You are absolutely right. I am going to buy 8 and I don't afraid to use it for my vlogs. Gopro 8 one of the best action cameras on the market now.
I've been using the GoPro hero 8 for a good while now, and can say that if you're looking between it and the 7, the image quality and stability is vastly superior, and it remains absolutely worth it for the most rugged activity.
This is the review we actually want, user perspective cons focusing. That is how it is supposed to be. Rather than speaking Spec sheet in review and showing awesome footage. Remembered your name, will come back again.
Was seriously considering buying one, but stopped watching after learning the lens is not replaceable. And what a crummy response from go pro on the issue. Not for me.
To be honest, its not a deal breaker for me... I've owned more than 20 GoPros in my life, and I never once Scratched the Screen.. Luck maybe, and I use them for lots of action shoots. I think GoPro made a business call because hey saw that there probably were more issues arising from a detachable lens (water leaks) than if they made it solid. I bet like me, the vast majority of GoPro users don't end up scratching their screens. Perhaps when GoPro designs the Hero 9, they can offer 2 versions: a PRO Version and a Consumer version. The PRO version should have the Detachable Screen... and maybe even a Better SENSOR with good quality 4K?
The few benefits that I see of no replaceable front lens is: You won't get any condensation in the lens anymore, really handy for in and out of water environments. It won't get sand or get jammed thus rendering it impossible to take it off anyhow. Still doesn't justify it imo
What initially sold me on the 8 was the stabilization. I have Parkinson's, so I'm never really sure when my tremor will be significant (time to pop a pill!) or slight. It's still in the box. I'd be using it for vlogging, travel, and some outdoor stuff - hiking, easy kayaking, x-c skiing. But now I'm considering returning it, and getting the 7. The lens cover issue has me uneasy. Thank you for your review, I've seen others that didn't mention the lens cover issue.
2:14 GoPro: "Lens of the camera is not replaceable and GoPro doesn't offer any repair service as the cost of performing such would be more expensive than replacing the camera outright." 1:34 AuthenTech: "It used to cost $20."
What an excellent review! I was deciding between 7 and 8 and this brutally honest review was perfect, I was getting tired of people only showing 'the good stuff', I needed honest pros and cons, and this was perfect. Oh and BTW I'm going for the 7. I don't like the non replaceable lens cover, not being fully compatible with older batteries, and I prefer the housing for mounting on accesories instead of those wobbly integrated fingers.
Beware...without the side cover on the battery disconnects very easy! I am already looking forward to the next version of this camera and hopefully they can figure things out.
5:22 Yep, I'm one of those people who were waiting for this. This really is the review channel that provides the most answers and the most decent information. Within the first minutes I was already convinced to keep on waiting for the Hero 9. As always, great Job Ben. Keep up the good work-
Go Pro still haven't worked out the bugs in the Hero 7. Sometimes it doesn't turn on, other times it doesn't turn off, using the go pro mic adapter, the voice is sometimes out of sync with the video. Attempts to contact GoPro are met with silence. Buyer beware.
There goes my plan to get one for Christmas. The non-changeable lens, the flimsy battery latch, the flimsy bottom bits. What made this device popular in the first place is how rugged it used to be. The go-to device for recording a lot of outdoor activities that required a tough camera. Whatever sly little executive at GoPro who decided that they’d try to make more sales from broken devices with the new lens and other parts is deluded. Thank Goodness for competition. Goodbye GoPro.
I do downhill mountain biking and was going to get the Costco deal for this one, but the lenses cover being non-replaceable is a big deal breaker for me, thanks for the honest review!
I''m loving my GoPro 8. Ordered a screen protector like the ones you get for your phone from Ali Express. So far so good... (I went from the hero3, so massive improvement).
Man, what a honest review. Yeah, not being able to replace the lense, that fingers and the really bad color science is a dealbreaker for me. Again, thanks for these great reviews of yours!!!
Came back to this vid, just to comment a thank you on how informative this is. Just got one for / with girlfriend (she travels a lot). Really stuck with me how you apologized for just for potentially missing what I might've been looking for. It was everything I needed to know and more, looking forward to any mod reviews, especially the mic. Liked and subbed.
2:15 into the video and gopro lost a customer was gonna go get mine this weekend not anymore By the way thanks a lot for this video you really went into good detail 👍 best review I've seen
bought the gopro hero 7 based on this video and other general reviews - it is more than sufficient as a casual gopro user taking it on ski trips / vacations etc
Genuinely appriciate the honest and objective review, makes a change from all the "top of the page" channels on RUclips search results..... all falling over themselves to get people to blindly upgrade. 4 years later and I'm still running a HERO4 Silver for underwater stuff as the lense hasn't been beaten yet for low light. Subbed
I just ordered the Hero 8 and sold my Osmo action! I hope I don't regret this! Speaking of freezing issues with the hero 7. I noticed osmo action had a built in heat sink to help cool it off and hero 8 don't see it..
for vloging how you did, it's will be not better step (only audio better if you need), but hero is better from osmo mostly in sport cases. Osmo has bad angle for sport :P
we all need reviews like this one. People put a lot of cash down and not to mention the quality of downloaded you tube videos. I agree with one commenter "gopro must be using one of apples design engineers". I'll pay more but it's got to be worth it. Quality review, it's bound to help a lot of people interested in GoPros. Thank you
@@ClarksvilleTN the plus or select, I can't tell you how annoying it is that my footage freezes up and I can only hear audio.. No one seems to have the solution
Kinda confirms my developing GoPro thesis: every other major release represents enough improvement to consider spending, but year over year they really don't justify replacing or adding to your quiver. Improvements are just too incremental, and they've even made a few things worse from the looks of it. I may trade up my Hero3 Black for another Hero7 Black, and hold off on until the 9 is out to see if that offers anything revolutionary.
I've only been researching this for like 10 mins now +the 6mins I've gotten into your video, Ben, but here's some thoughts: 1. the Hypersmooth feature is available at 4k60 now with a patch they released (correct me if I'm wrong) 2. the tempered glass would crack under high impact but that + the super-strong glass on this thing would almost certainly be fine for 99% of things. Easier to replace a tempered glass sticker than a lens so in some ways this is a huge upgrade.
Non replacing lens (1), an open door (2) showing the battery when using the camera connected to a charger or powerbank, and no frame protection (3), is a huge deal-breaker for me! Going to stick with the cheaper GoPro Hero 7 Black! Just imagine you being in a mountain and the lens crack! Not being able to replace lens whatsoever means, the mountain filming you were eager to do, is no more!... I don't know if they changed the Product Owner for the GoPro Hero product or not, but these awkward changes are a shoot in the foot and a huge setback for a supposedly new upgraded model. GoPro Hero 7 Black was (is) such a perfect product! So basically now we have: 1. GoPro Hero 7 Black 2. Osmo Action Camera 3. GoPro Hero 8 Black?
Subscribed. You are the youtuber that reviewed the GoPro 8 Black and really showed all it's flaws. Being this honest, you gained a subscriber. Keep it up
Still rocking a Hero3 Black and it's time to upgrade. The stabilization is a major upgrade. This video helped me pick the 7 Black over the 8 Black, thanks! Not nearly enough benefits to the 8 to justify the drawbacks. Flimsy legs and non replaceable lens? No thanks.
Consider making a video addressing all the f/w changes for the past several GoPro models. This will be appreciated by those of us shopping for used models. Thanks man.
My Hero 3 died years ago. Just kept it around in a box. I'm sure glad I did! My new Hero 8 is arriving today with the GoPro Trade Up program. Saved $100 and got rid of my boat anchor.
I have two hero 7 blacks, love them. I bought two hero 8's and so far I'm not impressed. The lens for hero 8 can be replaced. Ya need a heat gun and a pry tool. Not wanting to do that I bought two Ulanzi G8-5 Vlog Metal Cages for GoPro Hero 8. The cage has a 52mm threaded filter adapter. I put UV filters on each cage adapter, this will protect the camera's lens. It also comes with a shoe mount that can be attached on top. On the bottom, it provides space for a mic adapter. Finally one the the hero 8's keeps crashing and freezing. That behavior stopped when I put a hero 7 battery into that hero 8. Go figure.
Bought the GoPro 8, used once - battery life reduced down to 19%, put back on charge. Never came back on... wouldn't recommend wasting £400 on an action camera that's out of action!!........... thanks for the review though!!
Ulanzi just came out with the Hero8 aftermarket upgrades... battery door replacement with charge cable access, and an aluminum case that fits all 52mm filters. They just shipped mine this morning. Can't wait.
Great video, I have the 8 and not really understanding the whole lens issue. Just put a screen protector or a case and you’ll be fine. Set back from the 7 though since it had replacement lens.
finally someone who give a proper review! the not replaceable lens is a joke but the most turning down part for me the the audio adapter and the opening door to reach the audio plug very not good
I’ve had the 5 for years never had to replace lens and mostly film mountain biking and under water clips. Upgrading to the hero 8, gadget insurance I have anyway will cover camera at no extra cost and have the screen protectors. Not a game changer for me. But each to their own
SD card is a piece of cake to remove if you remove the battery and I wasn't even aware the door clipped off. Mine is solid so not sure why yours is so loose. Odd. I'm really impressed with hypersmooth even without boost its sweet IMO. Updating the GoPro and linking it to my android was an utter ballache!! Good honest review.
I love the GoPro hero 8 when it works. It shuts off and turns back on when it once to. I like to record me racing and when the motors are on and idling you can’t hear the beeps. But when it works it’s amazing
I was informed a couple of days ago, that I am going to be getting one of these from a friend. I am kind of nervous because I have never worked with a GoPro before. Say for flying somebody else's drone which was equipped with a GoPro, but I didn't do much with the GoPro, and was mainly using the drone. He operated the controls on the GoPro.
Oh, wow. You hit some really concerning points on this thing! I was pretty hyped on it but it seems like they may be doing some things to get more revenue. Also, I need that dope scooter, haha. That was so awesome.
4:40 - pro tip: if you remove the battery it gets really easy to remove the SD card. This probably avoid people removing their SD card with the camera on.
Thanks for your honest review mate! And yes, The "non-replaceable" lens cover is a deal-breaker for me. And I do not want to put a tempered lens and screen protector on either, as it will slightly distort the "True Picture". I'll stay with my GoPro Hero 7 Black and wait for the new GoPro 9 to come out... hopefully with all those terrible "Problems" fixed that are on the GoPro 8! Cheers, Mark
Great and may I say objective review. Big fan of the GoPro. I still have and use my 3+ and after your review, will upgrade. From your review I am impressed by the quality of picture that the 8 delivers compared to the 3+, which is really what the lens should do. Indeed, damaging the lens is a risk but you can mitigate against doing so. I only dive with the GoPro and it is always in a housing regardless of whether or not it is in or out of the water. I've never scratched or damaged the lens of either the housing or the lens itself. Thanks a bunch.
So happy I went with the 7 instead of being fooled into buying the newest model. Learned from past mistakes with iPhones. With these companies, the newest model is hardly the best
It seems to me that either gopro never learn or more likely they just don’t care. The sound quality and that wobbly folding mount are the deal breakers for me. I have been waiting for them to take notice of us motorcycle riders who just want some reasonable sound without a myriad of add on’s I’ll stick with my old 5 black and see if down the track they rectify these problems. Thanks for the heads up mate.
Haha, it not wobbly at all....I agree the permanent lense cover is a pain, but considering I only paid 300 for it if I am going that crazy rough with it I'll probably damage something else.
I had just got the 7 when the 8 announced. I returned the 7 and can't wait for the mic kit coming. I use mine for motorcycle rides. The added features of the 8 and the fact that I hated the 7 case. I always felt like I was about to break it.
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No holds barred in this one!! :D Do you think it's still worth buying despite the negatives? That "non-replaceable" lens protector kinda scares me... 😟
Thanks for another awesome, honest and straightforward review. You are my go to for assistance on purchase decision making. Helping me save my hard earned money for years. Yes, that lens crossed the line and closed the book on the GoPro 8 purchase decision.
So many are just waiting 30 days or so for the new DJI Pocket II and Akaso V50x II
Thanks so much, and I'm glad it helped!
It all depends what you are using it for, if it’s for vlogs get the 8 but if it’s for extreme sports get the 7
@@trippivlogs8465 You are absolutely right. I am going to buy 8 and I don't afraid to use it for my vlogs. Gopro 8 one of the best action cameras on the market now.
I've been using the GoPro hero 8 for a good while now, and can say that if you're looking between it and the 7, the image quality and stability is vastly superior, and it remains absolutely worth it for the most rugged activity.
f all these companies like go pro and apple making things non fixable.
For real man
100% 🙏
Your kinda stupid atleast they only charge 4.99 a month no questions asked repair
polakoiscool So I guess they want to force people to charge 4,99 a month, right? 🤔
@@muzgnasicianie Its not that bad
This is the review we actually want, user perspective cons focusing. That is how it is supposed to be.
Rather than speaking Spec sheet in review and showing awesome footage.
Remembered your name, will come back again.
Thank you, thank you! 🙏
MKBHD does the same. This is the kind of reviewer that we want.
Did you purchase it? I am thinking to purchase it ! Timilai thacha bhane explain !
Was seriously considering buying one, but stopped watching after learning the lens is not replaceable. And what a crummy response from go pro on the issue. Not for me.
Jeff De Roche get the sony fdr x3000
To be honest, its not a deal breaker for me... I've owned more than 20 GoPros in my life, and I never once Scratched the Screen.. Luck maybe, and I use them for lots of action shoots. I think GoPro made a business call because hey saw that there probably were more issues arising from a detachable lens (water leaks) than if they made it solid. I bet like me, the vast majority of GoPro users don't end up scratching their screens. Perhaps when GoPro designs the Hero 9, they can offer 2 versions: a PRO Version and a Consumer version. The PRO version should have the Detachable Screen... and maybe even a Better SENSOR with good quality 4K?
me to no point in continuing, glad he let us know up front saved me about 10 minutes LOL
Same
No other gopro hero 8 review mentioned the lens not being replaceable. I'm glad i watched this vid.
Lens cover is a deal breaker for me. Ill stick with the 7 FOR SURE
Most probably a deal breaker for all considering it to be used in rough condition. An alternative would be to use a waterproof case.
Just make sure you gave the gopro plus plan..
I agree
No add on is poor design
If enough people did the same thing and notified the company as to why they chose 7 over 8 maybe they would take notice
Didn't he say they make stick-on lens covers?
the non replaceable lens is a deal breaker for me
why
@@nelsonbelson4849 airsoft yhats why
Just got mine, guys it's an excellent camera, I film with the screenprotector and lens protector. Only if I go skiing I use a case
Lack of changeable lens protector is a deal breaker for me.
Throw away society at its finest !
Me too
Thank you for stating this correctly! "Lens Protector" vs. "Lens"
@@metalmicky lol
But it's slimmer! So he demonstrates jamming the unprotected lens of a $400 camera into a jean's pocket.
The few benefits that I see of no replaceable front lens is:
You won't get any condensation in the lens anymore, really handy for in and out of water environments.
It won't get sand or get jammed thus rendering it impossible to take it off anyhow.
Still doesn't justify it imo
This guy comparing 4k and 2.7k while everyone watching on a 1080p monitor.
Lol
Me on a 480p Phone Lol
the 4k actually looked worse on my laptop lol
facts lol
And, me just IPS screen
What initially sold me on the 8 was the stabilization. I have Parkinson's, so I'm never really sure when my tremor will be significant (time to pop a pill!) or slight. It's still in the box. I'd be using it for vlogging, travel, and some outdoor stuff - hiking, easy kayaking, x-c skiing. But now I'm considering returning it, and getting the 7. The lens cover issue has me uneasy. Thank you for your review, I've seen others that didn't mention the lens cover issue.
Really great review on this camera. Appreciate the details of the finer things like verifying the lens damage etc.
Thanks so much
CHEAH 👌
good one indeed! cheers
CheeAAAHHH👌🏾
don't filter the comments section, it is not fun.
Just picked up the 8 with a bundle included for $290 at Costco!! Buying a screen protector. Totally worth it
2:14 GoPro: "Lens of the camera is not replaceable and GoPro doesn't offer any repair service as the cost of performing such would be more expensive than replacing the camera outright."
1:34 AuthenTech: "It used to cost $20."
ULTRA KWON i know right
And it doesn't even increase the waterproofing rating...
Another step in the march toward the disposable society.
if you have the extra subscription monthly thing, will they just give you a new camera?
What an excellent review! I was deciding between 7 and 8 and this brutally honest review was perfect, I was getting tired of people only showing 'the good stuff', I needed honest pros and cons, and this was perfect.
Oh and BTW I'm going for the 7. I don't like the non replaceable lens cover, not being fully compatible with older batteries, and I prefer the housing for mounting on accesories instead of those wobbly integrated fingers.
Beware...without the side cover on the battery disconnects very easy! I am already looking forward to the next version of this camera and hopefully they can figure things out.
I agree!
What cover?
Did they figure things out yet on this issue?
@@gus3051 just get the hero 9 is really good
@@NIP28 I’m actually hearing the opposite
5:22 Yep, I'm one of those people who were waiting for this.
This really is the review channel that provides the most answers and the most decent information. Within the first minutes I was already convinced to keep on waiting for the Hero 9.
As always, great Job Ben. Keep up the good work-
Thanks so much, glad it helped you out!
Go Pro still haven't worked out the bugs in the Hero 7. Sometimes it doesn't turn on, other times it doesn't turn off, using the go pro mic adapter, the voice is sometimes out of sync with the video. Attempts to contact GoPro are met with silence. Buyer beware.
It's kinda sad, ain't it?
Gonna have to pass on the 8, not enough improvements. Needs a bigger sensor so you can actually use it to record inside with decent results
Low light performance is super bad :(
There goes my plan to get one for Christmas. The non-changeable lens, the flimsy battery latch, the flimsy bottom bits. What made this device popular in the first place is how rugged it used to be. The go-to device for recording a lot of outdoor activities that required a tough camera. Whatever sly little executive at GoPro who decided that they’d try to make more sales from broken devices with the new lens and other parts is deluded. Thank Goodness for competition. Goodbye GoPro.
Door and the non replaceable lens cover is a deal breaker sticking with 7
I do downhill mountain biking and was going to get the Costco deal for this one, but the lenses cover being non-replaceable is a big deal breaker for me, thanks for the honest review!
I just got the GoPro 8 might return it to WalMart for 7
I''m loving my GoPro 8. Ordered a screen protector like the ones you get for your phone from Ali Express. So far so good... (I went from the hero3, so massive improvement).
Bigfoot Running I got one for Christmas. I used to have a Hero 4 session . So it was definitely an improvement for me too !
Is GoPro 8 waterproof 100% safe?
Man, what a honest review.
Yeah, not being able to replace the lense, that fingers and the really bad color science is a dealbreaker for me.
Again, thanks for these great reviews of yours!!!
Glad to help!
Came back to this vid, just to comment a thank you on how informative this is. Just got one for / with girlfriend (she travels a lot). Really stuck with me how you apologized for just for potentially missing what I might've been looking for. It was everything I needed to know and more, looking forward to any mod reviews, especially the mic.
Liked and subbed.
Glad it helped, thank you so much!
Was all set to get one. Then the screen not having a replacement easily definitely through me off. Keeping my gopro 7.
DRONE FPV!!!
I am with you
It’s 2022 and I’m still rockin this great piece of gear,)
2:15 into the video and gopro lost a customer was gonna go get mine this weekend not anymore
By the way thanks a lot for this video you really went into good detail 👍 best review I've seen
Glad it helped!
Well, I'm still getting mine, and getting $100 off...
Justin Daniels same
@@StereoGraph4 And I just made a funny unboxing video on it.
I love that you made sure to note and show how hard it is to handle with one hand for those that are disabled
Good thing I watched this video, thank you for your wonderful comparison and now i'm having a second thoughts of buying Hero8.
Glad it helped!
Since I'm flying quads at 100mph, yeah, a non replacable lens is a deal breaker... I guess we are stuck with the 7....
Sounds cool :D I'm just snowboarding but the none replaceable lense cover is a big nono for me too
why? wouldn’t it be more sturdy ?
attach a screen protector or a tempered glass on the lens so it won't get scratches
The quality of the camera will drop off lol
bought the gopro hero 7 based on this video and other general reviews - it is more than sufficient as a casual gopro user taking it on ski trips / vacations etc
I was today years old when I found out my go pro hero 4 had a removable lens...
Genuinely appriciate the honest and objective review, makes a change from all the "top of the page" channels on RUclips search results..... all falling over themselves to get people to blindly upgrade. 4 years later and I'm still running a HERO4 Silver for underwater stuff as the lense hasn't been beaten yet for low light. Subbed
Thank you for the review! The fixed lens is my deal breaker.... unfortunately..
I wonder why they did it!
@@AuthenTech To bring it back next year as "a feature" :) ...hopefully
@@AuthenTech cheaper or less complex to manufacture. Charge you more for what seems to be mostly software changes.
I’m very impressed by the lack of wind noise! We are a sailing/travel channel and wind noise is a constant plague
I just ordered the Hero 8 and sold my Osmo action!
I hope I don't regret this! Speaking of freezing issues with the hero 7. I noticed osmo action had a built in heat sink to help cool it off and hero 8 don't see it..
This is very true, I wonder if overheating will be a big deal
Decently probably gonna regret your decision depending on your use case and how rough you are with it.
for vloging how you did, it's will be not better step (only audio better if you need), but hero is better from osmo mostly in sport cases. Osmo has bad angle for sport :P
@@xXadambXx yes the FOV on the Osmo was a bit small for my liking
No issues with mine so far ... sold my Sony fdrx3000
we all need reviews like this one. People put a lot of cash down and not to mention the quality of downloaded you tube videos. I agree with one commenter "gopro must be using one of apples design engineers". I'll pay more but it's got to be worth it. Quality review, it's bound to help a lot of people interested in GoPros. Thank you
The famous “GoPro Freeze” , it wouldn’t be a GoPro without it.
Haha, it's their signature move :D
I got a different Micro-sd card for mine and it hasn’t locked up since.
@@ClarksvilleTN What card is it?
bitsaround - it is a Samsung evo U3. Now I can film in 4k with now lockup’s. Glad I figured out the issue as I shoot a ton of video each week.
@@ClarksvilleTN the plus or select, I can't tell you how annoying it is that my footage freezes up and I can only hear audio.. No one seems to have the solution
Only 4mins in your video, I'm sold on the hero 7. I love your honest opinions. Thank you
Thanks so much, glad to hear it helped you out
Very Informative! thanks for the review!
Thanks!
Kinda confirms my developing GoPro thesis: every other major release represents enough improvement to consider spending, but year over year they really don't justify replacing or adding to your quiver. Improvements are just too incremental, and they've even made a few things worse from the looks of it. I may trade up my Hero3 Black for another Hero7 Black, and hold off on until the 9 is out to see if that offers anything revolutionary.
I love the Hero 8 for the fact new/great condition older models are now even cheaper
I've only been researching this for like 10 mins now +the 6mins I've gotten into your video, Ben, but here's some thoughts:
1. the Hypersmooth feature is available at 4k60 now with a patch they released (correct me if I'm wrong)
2. the tempered glass would crack under high impact but that + the super-strong glass on this thing would almost certainly be fine for 99% of things. Easier to replace a tempered glass sticker than a lens so in some ways this is a huge upgrade.
Non replacing lens (1), an open door (2) showing the battery when using the camera connected to a charger or powerbank, and no frame protection (3), is a huge deal-breaker for me! Going to stick with the cheaper GoPro Hero 7 Black!
Just imagine you being in a mountain and the lens crack! Not being able to replace lens whatsoever means, the mountain filming you were eager to do, is no more!...
I don't know if they changed the Product Owner for the GoPro Hero product or not, but these awkward changes are a shoot in the foot and a huge setback for a supposedly new upgraded model. GoPro Hero 7 Black was (is) such a perfect product!
So basically now we have:
1. GoPro Hero 7 Black
2. Osmo Action Camera
3. GoPro Hero 8 Black?
Subscribed. You are the youtuber that reviewed the GoPro 8 Black and really showed all it's flaws.
Being this honest, you gained a subscriber.
Keep it up
still using my 4, and works greatttt and love it. used it for paint balling today
Haha nice
Still rocking a Hero3 Black and it's time to upgrade. The stabilization is a major upgrade. This video helped me pick the 7 Black over the 8 Black, thanks! Not nearly enough benefits to the 8 to justify the drawbacks. Flimsy legs and non replaceable lens? No thanks.
Nice review, I like a good honest not sponsored review.
Thank you Elijah
Consider making a video addressing all the f/w changes for the past several GoPro models. This will be appreciated by those of us shopping for used models. Thanks man.
The display size on the Osmo looks way bigger!! 😲 Very good and trustful review.
The Osmo Action screen looks so much nicer
Best Hero 8 review I saw. All the little things that really matter (battery, lense etc.).
My Hero 3 died years ago. Just kept it around in a box. I'm sure glad I did! My new Hero 8 is arriving today with the GoPro Trade Up program. Saved $100 and got rid of my boat anchor.
I have two hero 7 blacks, love them. I bought two hero 8's and so far I'm not impressed. The lens for hero 8 can be replaced. Ya need a heat gun and a pry tool. Not wanting to do that I bought two Ulanzi G8-5 Vlog Metal Cages for GoPro Hero 8. The cage has a 52mm threaded filter adapter. I put UV filters on each cage adapter, this will protect the camera's lens. It also comes with a shoe mount that can be attached on top. On the bottom, it provides space for a mic adapter. Finally one the the hero 8's keeps crashing and freezing. That behavior stopped when I put a hero 7 battery into that hero 8. Go figure.
Bought the GoPro 8, used once - battery life reduced down to 19%, put back on charge. Never came back on... wouldn't recommend wasting £400 on an action camera that's out of action!!........... thanks for the review though!!
Ulanzi just came out with the Hero8 aftermarket upgrades... battery door replacement with charge cable access, and an aluminum case that fits all 52mm filters. They just shipped mine this morning. Can't wait.
Great video, I have the 8 and not really understanding the whole lens issue. Just put a screen protector or a case and you’ll be fine. Set back from the 7 though since it had replacement lens.
finally someone who give a proper review!
the not replaceable lens is a joke but the most turning down part for me the the audio adapter and the opening door to reach the audio plug very not good
4:38 SECRET PRO TIP: take the battery out and you'll get the SD card out no problems
tellenforelle right! Lol I think that's what is supposed to happen
Or have a finger nail
@@Meekerextreme Use a tooth pick to pop out the micro sd card.
Non replaceable len is definitely a deal breaker. I m seriously thinking to get a 7 instead of 8 after knowing
Dam
Finally honest review. I appreciate it
me too
I’ve had the 5 for years never had to replace lens and mostly film mountain biking and under water clips. Upgrading to the hero 8, gadget insurance I have anyway will cover camera at no extra cost and have the screen protectors. Not a game changer for me. But each to their own
Depends on how you define "mountain biking" but sure a gadget insurance is something to consider as an all time go pro user
@@traffix-x mostly down hill stuff and water sports surfing etc
Great vid and analysis. This content is real and what inexperienced people like myself appreciate. Thanks man, well done.
Love the honesty of this review! Despite the cons I'll go ahead and buy this but the video definitely reigned in my expectations 😂 Thanks! Subscribed.
Thanks so much for the sub!
SD card is a piece of cake to remove if you remove the battery and I wasn't even aware the door clipped off. Mine is solid so not sure why yours is so loose. Odd.
I'm really impressed with hypersmooth even without boost its sweet IMO.
Updating the GoPro and linking it to my android was an utter ballache!!
Good honest review.
This Is really helpful , thank for the details ❤
I love the GoPro hero 8 when it works. It shuts off and turns back on when it once to. I like to record me racing and when the motors are on and idling you can’t hear the beeps. But when it works it’s amazing
Very helpful.
I'm looking at buying my first Go Pro. I think I may go for the 7 based on this review
Me too
Best unbiased review. Thanks to your review I won’t be buying it as the non-replaceable front lens is an absolute show stopper.
Glad the video helped
Thank you soooo much for this vid, it really made me rethink this purchase
I was informed a couple of days ago, that I am going to be getting one of these from a friend. I am kind of nervous because I have never worked with a GoPro before. Say for flying somebody else's drone which was equipped with a GoPro, but I didn't do much with the GoPro, and was mainly using the drone. He operated the controls on the GoPro.
Oh, wow. You hit some really concerning points on this thing! I was pretty hyped on it but it seems like they may be doing some things to get more revenue.
Also, I need that dope scooter, haha. That was so awesome.
Thanks Brandon! Yea definitely a hard pass for some people. Come visit AL for some fun scooter rides :)
4:40 - pro tip: if you remove the battery it gets really easy to remove the SD card. This probably avoid people removing their SD card with the camera on.
as always an excelent and honest review ben! regards :)
Thank you Matias
Top review presentation. Your delivery is seamless and there is no nonsense waffle of pointless words at all. Well done
Fantastic review 👍 I’m gonna wait out for Christmas sales to get the cheaper Hero 7
I think GoPro gave their game to DJI action cams for sure....I know I'm thinking HARD of ditching gopro for DJI
Thanks for your honest review mate! And yes, The "non-replaceable" lens cover is a deal-breaker for me. And I do not want to put a tempered lens and screen protector on either, as it will slightly distort the "True Picture". I'll stay with my GoPro Hero 7 Black and wait for the new GoPro 9 to come out... hopefully with all those terrible "Problems" fixed that are on the GoPro 8!
Cheers, Mark
Cheers!
Great and may I say objective review. Big fan of the GoPro. I still have and use my 3+ and after your review, will upgrade. From your review I am impressed by the quality of picture that the 8 delivers compared to the 3+, which is really what the lens should do. Indeed, damaging the lens is a risk but you can mitigate against doing so. I only dive with the GoPro and it is always in a housing regardless of whether or not it is in or out of the water. I've never scratched or damaged the lens of either the housing or the lens itself. Thanks a bunch.
whens the hero 9 coming out ...with replaceable lens I bet..
Haha that'd be nice
I doubt it. Eventually they’ll all be not replaceable
Excellent review
Thank you so much I was looking for an honest review not those fake ones who are paid by GoPro.... great review!
Thanks!
So happy I went with the 7 instead of being fooled into buying the newest model. Learned from past mistakes with iPhones. With these companies, the newest model is hardly the best
I was sold until I saw this review, won't be putting one of these on an fpv qaud :S
getting mine.. bought it with trade up over gopro web, sold my hero 5 and buying this hero 8 with 150euro! can't wait
THIS GUY LIVES IN HEAVEN...
He should have way more subscribers...bigger channels don’t do as good of a job as he does. Great video
This is what I call perfect review. Thank you for the detailed information.
Thanks so much
Ordered mine yesterday. Really looking forward to getting it in the mail!
SUAV Enterprises how is it mate? Looking at getting my first go pro...
It seems to me that either gopro never learn or more likely they just don’t care. The sound quality and that wobbly folding mount are the deal breakers for me. I have been waiting for them to take notice of us motorcycle riders who just want some reasonable sound without a myriad of add on’s I’ll stick with my old 5 black and see if down the track they rectify these problems. Thanks for the heads up mate.
100% agree
Haha, it not wobbly at all....I agree the permanent lense cover is a pain, but considering I only paid 300 for it if I am going that crazy rough with it I'll probably damage something else.
I had just got the 7 when the 8 announced. I returned the 7 and can't wait for the mic kit coming. I use mine for motorcycle rides. The added features of the 8 and the fact that I hated the 7 case. I always felt like I was about to break it.
Travis Dunn would you say that the case used for the 7 would be bad for motorcycle rides because that what I would like to use one for
All these in camera improvements could be done on the GoPro 7 with a firmware update! Big thumbs down on this one gopro.
I purchased gopro hero 8 and the footages are so cool, just configure the right settings and you're good to go!!!
things customers also bought with this item:
electric scooter ;)
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Thanks man, that mount flap thing seems crazy, I motovlog and definitely ruled out the GoPro 8 now with your honest review, thank you.
the non-replaceable lens would be a major deal-breaker. I am going to go woth the Hero 7 Black. Thanks for the help deciding!
Glad to help