GoPro Hero4 Black vs GoPro Hero5 Black
GoPro Hero4 Black
2014 · $149.99 today
6538
GoPro Hero5 Black
2016 · $179.99 today
7646
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why GoPro Hero4 Black is better
- Weight (g): 88 vs 118(34% less)
Why GoPro Hero5 Black is better
- Battery Life (min): 90 vs 60(50% more)
- Battery Capacity (mAh): 1220 vs 1160(5% more)
Verdict
GoPro Hero5 Black leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | GoPro Hero4 Black | GoPro Hero5 Black |
|---|---|---|
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K30 | 4K30 |
| Max Frame Rate at 4K (fps) | 30 | 30 |
| Photo Resolution (MP) | 12 | 12 |
| Field of View | Wide / Medium / Narrow / Superview | Wide / Medium / Narrow / Superview |
| Stabilization & Capture | ||
| Stabilization Type | None (no EIS) | Basic EIS (video only) |
| Livestreaming | No | No |
| Durability & Design | ||
| Waterproof Depth w/ Housing (m) | 40 | — |
| Weight (g) | 88● | 118 |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to 35°C | 0°C to 35°C |
| Waterproof Depth w/o Housing (m) | — | 10 |
| Battery & Connectivity | ||
| Battery Capacity (mAh) | 1160 | 1220● |
| Battery Life (min) | 60 | 90● |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth + GPS |
| Storage | microSD up to 128GB | microSD up to 128GB |