Name: GoPro HERO12 Black
Brand: GoPro

Technical Specifications of GoPro HERO12 Black

Overall score

8.3

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the action camera.

When it matters: When you want to see which action cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Video

9.4

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Video resolution

What it is: The listed recording format states maximum capture resolution and frame rate.

When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

Importance: HIGH

Maximum 4K frame rate

What it is: Indicates the highest frame rate available when recording at 4K resolution.

When it matters: When you want detailed footage and still need enough frame rate for action or mild slow motion.

Importance: HIGH

Maximum 1080p frame rate

What it is: Indicates the highest frame rate available when recording at 1080p resolution.

When it matters: When you want smoother slow motion or fast-action playback while staying at 1080p resolution.

Importance: MEDIUM

Video bitrate

What it is: The amount of video data recorded per second, which affects file size and potential recording quality.

When it matters: When you compare potential video quality and want fewer compression artifacts in demanding scenes.

Importance: HIGH

Video codecs

What it is: The video compression formats the camera can use when recording, affecting compatibility, efficiency, and workflow.

When it matters: When compatibility, editing performance, and file efficiency matter in the way you handle video.

Importance: LOW

Photo

8.1

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Main camera megapixels

What it is: The resolution of the primary rear camera sensor, measured in millions of pixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.

When it matters: When you want to capture high-resolution images that can be cropped or printed large.

Importance: HIGH

Sensor size

What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.

When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: HIGH

Main camera aperture

What it is: The size of the lens opening (f-stop) that controls light entry. A lower f-number indicates a wider aperture, allowing better low-light shots.

When it matters: When you want better low-light performance or a natural background blur effect.

Importance: HIGH

Photo resolution

What it is: The maximum resolution of still photos captured by the camera, measured in megapixels.

When it matters: When you want more detail for cropping, large displays, or prints; higher photo resolution provides more pixels when image quality is otherwise comparable.

Importance: LOW

Field of view

What it is: The field-of-view angle shows how wide the camera can capture in one frame.

When it matters: When you want a wider or tighter look from the camera.

Importance: MEDIUM

Display & Design

8.4

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Built-in display

What it is: Whether the action camera has its own built-in screen for framing, playback, or settings.

When it matters: When you want to frame shots, review clips, or change settings directly on the camera.

Importance: LOW

Screen size

What it is: The physical diagonal measurement of the display area, usually expressed in inches.

When it matters: When you want a bigger on-camera screen for framing, playback, or reading menus more easily.

Importance: MEDIUM

Touchscreen

What it is: Indicates that the display acts as an input device, recognizing touch gestures.

When it matters: When you interact with your device using intuitive taps and gestures.

Importance: LOW

Secondary screen

What it is: Indicates whether the camera includes an additional display separate from the main screen.

When it matters: When you vlog, frame yourself often, or need status info visible without rotating the camera.

Importance: LOW

Secondary screen resolution

What it is: States the pixel resolution of the additional display used for status information or framing.

When it matters: When you depend on the front or extra display for framing and want a clearer preview.

Importance: LOW

Connectivity & Audio

7.8

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Wi-Fi connectivity

What it is: The ability to connect to wireless local area networks for internet access and local networking.

When it matters: When you want to save mobile data and connect to home or public networks.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi version

What it is: The specific generation of Wi-Fi standards supported (e.g., Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7), determining maximum speed and efficiency.

When it matters: When you have a high-speed router and want faster downloads with less congestion.

Importance: LOW

Bluetooth version

What it is: The Bluetooth version the action camera supports for wireless accessories and companion-device pairing.

When it matters: When you want to pair the camera with wireless accessories or a companion device reliably.

Importance: LOW

GPS

What it is: Support for the Global Positioning System to determine the device's precise location.

When it matters: When you need accurate navigation for driving, walking, or exploring new places.

Importance: LOW

USB Type-C

What it is: A modern, reversible connector used for charging, data transfer, and sometimes audio or video output.

When it matters: When you want a reversible cable that handles charging, data, and accessories universally.

Importance: LOW

Battery

5.5

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Battery life

What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: HIGH

Battery power

What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: MEDIUM

Charging time

What it is: The time the battery needs to recharge fully under supported conditions.

When it matters: When you want shorter breaks between charges.

Importance: MEDIUM

Fast charging

What it is: Whether the camera supports faster-than-standard charging to reduce downtime between shoots.

When it matters: When you need to recharge quickly between shooting sessions, travel stops, or battery swaps.

Importance: LOW

Wireless charging

What it is: Whether the camera itself can charge wirelessly on a compatible charging surface or dock.

When it matters: When you want to top up the camera without plugging in a cable every time.

Importance: LOW

Ruggedness & Storage

7.6

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Waterproof depth

What it is: The maximum depth of water the device is certified to withstand for a specific duration.

When it matters: When you film while swimming, snorkeling, or in heavy water exposure and need to know the camera's native underwater limit.

Importance: HIGH

IP rating

What it is: A standardized protection code that shows how well the action camera resists dust and water ingress.

When it matters: When you shoot in rain, snow, dust, or around water and want to know how well the camera is sealed.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maximum operating temperature

What it is: The highest ambient temperature at which the watch is rated to operate normally.

When it matters: When you use the watch in heat, cold, or at high altitude.

Importance: LOW

Minimum operating temperature

What it is: The lowest ambient temperature at which the watch is rated to operate normally.

When it matters: When you use the watch in heat, cold, or at high altitude.

Importance: LOW

External memory slot

What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.

When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

Importance: LOW

GoPro HERO12 Black vs the average action camera

Why is GoPro HERO12 Black better than the average action camera?

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15 MP higher main-camera resolution
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher main action camera resolution than the average action camera (27 MP vs 12 MP). The average action camera has a resolution of 12 MP.
What it is: The resolution of the primary rear camera sensor, measured in millions of pixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.
When it matters: When you want to capture high-resolution images that can be cropped or printed large.
Importance: HIGH
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher main action camera resolution than the average action camera (27 MP vs 12 MP). The average action camera has a resolution of 12 MP.27 MP vs 12 MP
Horizon leveling
GoPro HERO12 Black supports horizon leveling, the average action camera does not. 21% of action cameras support horizon leveling.
What it is: Shows whether the camera can automatically keep the horizon visually level while the body tilts in use.
When it matters: When the camera tilts often during skiing, biking, or running and you want a straighter final image.
Importance: MEDIUM
GoPro HERO12 Black supports horizon leveling, the average action camera does not. 21% of action cameras support horizon leveling.
90 fps higher 4K frame rate
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher 4K frame rate than the average action camera (120 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
What it is: Indicates the highest frame rate available when recording at 4K resolution.
When it matters: When you want detailed footage and still need enough frame rate for action or mild slow motion.
Importance: HIGH
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher 4K frame rate than the average action camera (120 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.120 fps vs 30 fps
2 bit higher color depth
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher color depth than the average action camera (10 bit vs 8 bit). The average action camera records with a color depth of 8 bit.
8-bit in standard modes.
What it is: Describes how many bits are used to encode color information in a video signal or recording mode.
When it matters: When you edit footage heavily and want cleaner gradients or more room for color correction.
Importance: MEDIUM
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher color depth than the average action camera (10 bit vs 8 bit). The average action camera records with a color depth of 8 bit.10 bit vs 8 bit
9 m deeper waterproof depth
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (10 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
Up to 60 with protective housing
What it is: The maximum depth of water the device is certified to withstand for a specific duration.
When it matters: When you film while swimming, snorkeling, or in heavy water exposure and need to know the camera's native underwater limit.
Importance: HIGH
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (10 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.10 m vs 1 m
Higher sensor size
GoPro HERO12 Black has sensor size of 1/1.9", higher than the average action camera (1/2.3").
What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.
Importance: HIGH
GoPro HERO12 Black has sensor size of 1/1.9", higher than the average action camera (1/2.3").1/1.9" vs 1/2.3"
2x higher video bitrate
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher video bitrate than the average action camera (120 Mbps vs 60 Mbps). The average action camera has a video bitrate of 60 Mbps.
What it is: The amount of video data recorded per second, which affects file size and potential recording quality.
When it matters: When you compare potential video quality and want fewer compression artifacts in demanding scenes.
Importance: HIGH
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher video bitrate than the average action camera (120 Mbps vs 60 Mbps). The average action camera has a video bitrate of 60 Mbps.120 Mbps vs 60 Mbps
180 fps higher 1080p frame rate
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher 1080p frame rate than the average action camera (240 fps vs 60 fps). The average action camera reaches 60 fps at 1080p.
What it is: Indicates the highest frame rate available when recording at 1080p resolution.
When it matters: When you want smoother slow motion or fast-action playback while staying at 1080p resolution.
Importance: MEDIUM
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher 1080p frame rate than the average action camera (240 fps vs 60 fps). The average action camera reaches 60 fps at 1080p.240 fps vs 60 fps
Horizon leveling
GoPro HERO12 Black supports horizon leveling, the average action camera does not. 21% of action cameras support horizon leveling.
90 fps higher 4K frame rate
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher 4K frame rate than the average action camera (120 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
2 bit higher color depth
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher color depth than the average action camera (10 bit vs 8 bit). The average action camera records with a color depth of 8 bit.
2x higher video bitrate
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher video bitrate than the average action camera (120 Mbps vs 60 Mbps). The average action camera has a video bitrate of 60 Mbps.
180 fps higher 1080p frame rate
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher 1080p frame rate than the average action camera (240 fps vs 60 fps). The average action camera reaches 60 fps at 1080p.
360 ° wider horizon lock angle
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher horizon lock angle than the average action camera (360 ° vs 0 °). The average action camera supports a horizon lock angle of 0 °.
Has HDR mode
GoPro HERO12 Black supports HDR mode, the average action camera does not. 26.4% of action cameras include HDR.
Built-in live streaming
GoPro HERO12 Black supports built-in live streaming, the average action camera does not. 28.7% of action cameras support built-in live streaming.
2 fps higher slow-motion frame rate
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher slow-motion frame rate than the average action camera (240 fps vs 120 fps). The average action camera reaches 120 fps for slow motion.
More advanced log profiles
GoPro HERO12 Black offers more advanced log profiles than the average action camera (yes vs no). The average action camera offers no log profiles.
Better video codecs
GoPro HERO12 Black supports better video codecs than the average action camera (H.265 vs H.264). The average action camera supports H.264 video codecs.
15 MP higher main-camera resolution
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher main action camera resolution than the average action camera (27 MP vs 12 MP). The average action camera has a resolution of 12 MP.
Higher sensor size
GoPro HERO12 Black has sensor size of 1/1.9", higher than the average action camera (1/2.3").
2 MP higher photo resolution
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher photo resolution than the average action camera (27 MP vs 12 MP). The average action camera captures 12 MP photos.
0.3 f wider main aperture
GoPro HERO12 Black has a lower main camera aperture than the average action camera (2.5 f vs 2.8 f). The average action camera main camera aperture is 2.8 f.
Supports RAW photo capture
GoPro HERO12 Black supports RAW photo capture, the average action camera does not. 35.1% of action cameras support RAW formats.
Allows manual shutter speed
GoPro HERO12 Black allows manual shutter speed control, the average action camera does not. 48.1% of action cameras include this feature.
13.5% larger screen size
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher screen size than the average action camera (2.3 inch vs 2 inch). The average action camera has a screen size of 2 inch.
5 newer release date
GoPro HERO12 Black is newer than the average action camera (2,023 vs 2,018). The average action camera was released in 2,018.
Has USB Type-C
GoPro HERO12 Black has a USB Type-C port, the average action camera does not. 42.2% of action cameras use USB-C ports.
1 more microphones
GoPro HERO12 Black has more microphones than the average action camera (3 vs 2). The average action camera has 2 microphones.
Supports voice commands
GoPro HERO12 Black supports voice commands, the average action camera does not. 30.5% of action cameras include voice command functionality.
520 mAh more battery capacity
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher battery capacity than the average action camera (1,720 mAh vs 1,200 mAh). The average action camera has a battery capacity of 1,200 mAh.
9 m deeper waterproof depth
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (10 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
872 GB larger microSD limit
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher maximum microSD capacity than the average action camera (1,000 GB vs 128 GB). The average action camera supports microSD cards up to 128 GB.
Damage-resistant glass
GoPro HERO12 Black uses damage-resistant glass, the average action camera does not. 43.2% of action cameras use damage-resistant glass.
Replaceable lens cover
GoPro HERO12 Black has a replaceable lens cover, the average action camera does not. 31.5% of action cameras have a replaceable lens cover.
Better IP rating
GoPro HERO12 Black has a higher IP rating than the average action camera (IPX8 vs IPX4). The average action camera has an IP rating of IPX4.

Why is GoPro HERO12 Black worse than the average action camera?

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10 ° narrower field of view
GoPro HERO12 Black has a lower field of view than the average action camera (156 ° vs 166 °). The average action camera offers a field of view of 166 °.
35.1% heavier
GoPro HERO12 Black is heavier than the average action camera (154 g vs 114 g). The average action camera weighs 114 g.
11.8 mm wider
GoPro HERO12 Black is wider than the average action camera (71.8 mm vs 60 mm). The average action camera has a width of 60 mm.
5.8 mm taller
GoPro HERO12 Black is taller than the average action camera (50.8 mm vs 45 mm). The average action camera has a height of 45 mm.
20 min shorter battery life
GoPro HERO12 Black has shorter battery life than the average action camera (70 min vs 90 min). The average action camera offers 90 min of battery life.
5 °C lower max operating temp
GoPro HERO12 Black has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average action camera (35 °C vs 40 °C). The average action camera reaches a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C.
20 min shorter battery life
GoPro HERO12 Black has shorter battery life than the average action camera (70 min vs 90 min). The average action camera offers 90 min of battery life.
What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.
Importance: HIGH
GoPro HERO12 Black has shorter battery life than the average action camera (70 min vs 90 min). The average action camera offers 90 min of battery life.70 min vs 90 min
35.1% heavier
GoPro HERO12 Black is heavier than the average action camera (154 g vs 114 g). The average action camera weighs 114 g.
What it is: The total weight of the action camera body as carried or mounted in normal use.
When it matters: When you mount the camera on a helmet, chest rig, bike, or selfie stick and want to keep the setup light.
Importance: LOW
GoPro HERO12 Black is heavier than the average action camera (154 g vs 114 g). The average action camera weighs 114 g.154 g vs 114 g
5 °C lower max operating temp
GoPro HERO12 Black has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average action camera (35 °C vs 40 °C). The average action camera reaches a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C.
What it is: The highest ambient temperature at which the watch is rated to operate normally.
When it matters: When you use the watch in heat, cold, or at high altitude.
Importance: LOW
GoPro HERO12 Black has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average action camera (35 °C vs 40 °C). The average action camera reaches a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C.35 °C vs 40 °C
11.8 mm wider
GoPro HERO12 Black is wider than the average action camera (71.8 mm vs 60 mm). The average action camera has a width of 60 mm.
What it is: The horizontal dimension of the device when held in portrait orientation.
When it matters: When you want the camera body to fit better in mounts, pockets, or tight spaces.
Importance: LOW
GoPro HERO12 Black is wider than the average action camera (71.8 mm vs 60 mm). The average action camera has a width of 60 mm.71.8 mm vs 60 mm
10 ° narrower field of view
GoPro HERO12 Black has a lower field of view than the average action camera (156 ° vs 166 °). The average action camera offers a field of view of 166 °.
What it is: The field-of-view angle shows how wide the camera can capture in one frame.
When it matters: When you want a wider or tighter look from the camera.
Importance: MEDIUM
GoPro HERO12 Black has a lower field of view than the average action camera (156 ° vs 166 °). The average action camera offers a field of view of 166 °.156 ° vs 166 °
20% more expensive
GoPro HERO12 Black is more expensive than the average action camera (£300 vs £250).
GoPro HERO12 Black is more expensive than the average action camera (£300 vs £250).£300 vs £250
5.8 mm taller
GoPro HERO12 Black is taller than the average action camera (50.8 mm vs 45 mm). The average action camera has a height of 45 mm.
What it is: The vertical size of the action camera body.
When it matters: When you want the camera body to fit better in mounts, cases, or compact carry setups.
Importance: LOW
GoPro HERO12 Black is taller than the average action camera (50.8 mm vs 45 mm). The average action camera has a height of 45 mm.50.8 mm vs 45 mm

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The reviewer highlights several major pros, most notably a tangible increase in battery life—achieved via optimized power management software—which nearly doubles continuous recording time to 70 minutes at 5.3K60. The exceptional video stabilization and the compatibility with the immersive Max Lens Mod 2.0 accessory are also highly praised. On the downside, the camera still suffers...Read more

techprincess.it

08/09/2023

Recensione GoPro Hero 12 Black: perfezionata ma non perfetta

The GoPro Hero 12 Black is a refined action camera for creators, featuring doubled battery runtime (70 minutes at 5.3K/60fps) and improved HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilization. Key enhancements include HDR video, GP-Log, and a new 1/4-20 tripod mount. However, the camera suffers from overheating during extended recording sessions and lacks GPS, which was removed for better battery...Read more

tech.everyeye.it

23/09/2023

GoPro Hero 12 Recensione: la regina delle action cam è tornata

The GoPro Hero 12 Black retains the exact same hardware as its predecessor, including the GP2 processor and 1/1.9-inch sensor, but introduces notable software-driven features alongside a physical 1/4-inch tripod mount on the bottom. Key improvements include the introduction of HDR video (up to 5.3K at 30 fps), a less aggressive sensor crop with HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilization, and...Read more

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