Tuesday, 22 May 2012

Options Available In GoPro Accessories

By Chris Mueller


Fitted onto sports cameras, GoPro accessories are made to increase the versatility of these small machines. There are three models currently or previously available, targeted towards both amateur and professional sports photographers. As is often the case, adding functionality to these cameras is done by purchasing additional products that increase the abilities the cameras have.

The cameras are called HD Hero cameras, with the suffixes '960', 'original', and 'professional' attached to them. They are ordered in increasing price, as well as increasing ability. All three have still and video ability, but the two amateur cameras have less than half the megapixels of the professional quality offering.

Because these cameras are intended to be small and light for the purpose of toting along on sports outings, some of the parts that normally included on the camera are detachable and sold separately. One of these offerings is the LCD screen, which is present on most digital cameras these days. It allows the user to see what they are taking a picture or video of, instead of using the eyepiece.

If you need some more battery life to take your pictures or video, you can get a battery backpack that adds onto the camera. This enables the camera to run twice as long as usual, but without adding extra weight except when you need it. Sports that are conducted far away from electricity can be captured with the help of the extra battery time while the photographer is on the go.

Not yet available but coming soon is the Wi-Fi backpack option. This is a device that allows photographers to hook up their camera with their smartphone or computer, and operate it from a distance. A free application will be required in order to connect the computer or phone with the camera. A dive housing is also available for dives up to nearly 200ft.

For a really interesting view of your sporting event of choice, there is a 3D system that uses two HD Hero cameras. The device holds the two cameras, which can then take simultaneous photos or video in 3D. It takes 2D recordings or photos at the same time, as well, and includes 3D editing software in order to make the most of your specialized footage or photos.

GoPro accessories add to the functionality of the cameras they are designed to attach to. While keeping the cameras themselves small and light, the additional battery pack and LED screen add life and precision to the cameras when necessary. Diving is no problem with a dive case, and you can even take exciting 3D footage of your favorite sport.




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