Go Pro introduces "most powerful lineup ever" - $129 intro unit

[GreenLantern]

SAN MATEO, CALIF. (September 29, 2014) – GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRO), enabler of some of today's most immersive and engaging content, today unveiled HERO4, the highest performance line of capture devices the company has ever made. HERO4 is available in two editions, HERO4 Black at MSRP $499 and HERO4 Silver at MSRP $399. GoPro’s Emmy® Award-winning imaging technology combines with enhanced ease-of-use and powerful new features such as 4K30, 2.7K50 and 1080p120 video capture (Black) and built-in touch display convenience (Silver), to make it easier than ever for consumers to self capture and share stunning, professional quality content of their favorite experiences.

Introducing the HERO – The perfect entry-level GoPro.

GoPro is also proud to debut HERO, the perfect entry-level GoPro. Designed with simplicity in mind and built directly into a rugged, waterproof housing, HERO captures high-quality 1080p video at 30fps and 720p video at 60fps. HERO captures the same immersive, eye-popping footage that’s made GoPro one of the best-selling cameras in the world—all in a simplified package that’s accessible to everyone with an MSRP of $129. For more information visit the HERO product page on GoPro.com.

http://gopro.com/news/gopro-introduc...ro-lineup-ever

I've been back and forth about getting a GoPro for a while, but I think that entry level camera is exactly what I need to wade into the water.

[Russic]

Ya but that 4k model for $500. Holy crap...

[Burninator]

I am interested in the entry level GoPro at that price. Heck that price is pretty close to the Chinese ripoff of the GoPro!

http://www.foxoffer.com/sj4000-full-...l#.VCmqxRawSf8

How long would the entry level camera record for?

[ranchlandsselling]

I always wanted one of these for surfing, but didn't really know how I'd use it. I'm not good enough to do the arm hold, fall enough that it wouldn't last on my head... Wasn't sure about mounting on the board. For the long boards it'd be okay, but my 7'4" board I'd proably end up eating the camera one time.
Other uses I didn't do anything worthy of spending $$ to record, but if the cheap one is decent then maybe I can justify it. Or it's justification to start doing more neat things that are worth recording

[Wood]

We're looking at buying the Hero 3 but I might just wait for the $129 one

[bluejays]

I haven't read the specs for the entry level, but a very smart move by the company who eventually would be losing market share to cheaper brands. Also, I realize the 4K ad is just that, but the thing looks fantastic. How long until our phones record in 4K?

[MickMcGeough]

Originally Posted by fleury

How long until our phones record in 4K?

http://www.phonearena.com/phones/sor...amera/4K+video

[DownInFlames]

My Hero 3 just died and they offered me a discount on a new camera. The timing couldn't be better for me.