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Replacement USB Data & Charging Cable Cord for GoPro Hero+ (CHDHC-101), GoPro Hero+ LCD (CHDHB-101), GoPro Hero4 Session (CHDHB-100) Digital CamerasColor: Black

Compatible: •This USB cable is compatible with the following GoPro Digital Camera Models: GoPro Hero+ (CHDHC-101), GoPro Hero+ LCD (CHDHB-101), GoPro Hero4 Session (CHDHB-100). Please Note: This USB cable IS NOT compatible with the GoPro Hero4 Black or GoPro Hero4 Silver.

Yes! Starting with the GoPro HERO5, all GoPro HERO models are waterproof up to 33 feet (10 meters). The GoPro MAX is a slight exception in that it is only waterproof up to 16 feet (5 meters).

GoPro did not build the older generations of GoPro cameras to be waterproof or even water-resistant. You would need external housing to ensure water never reached the camera’s body, which would make the action cam feel bulky compared to its original size.

The good news is that all the new GoPro camera bodies have a rugged waterproof design which makes them a great underwater camera. This means they easily withstand rain and can even be submerged to specific depths.

The GoPro Hero8 Black can capture video in 4K and photos in 12 megapixels. The Hero8 has built-in image stabilization to make your footage look much better. The Hero8 can be submerged as deep as 33 feet without the need for extra housing. If you want to go even deeper, you can get your hands on a waterproof case that will allow you to go as deep as 196 feet.

GoPro designed the Session to be a simple to use, entry-level version of the GoPro. Interestingly, it is actually the GoPro HERO4 Session that was the first naturally waterproof GoPro. Unfortunately, the Session series has been discontinued.

If you’re going diving you will obviously need to take your GoPro further down than 33 feet. In such cases, you should get the official GoPro waterproof casing which is depth rated to 196 feet (60m).

The advantage of having a waterproof action camera is that you can use it for almost any activity without thinking twice. You can take it along with you to the swimming pool on your vacations with your buddies to capture some funky dives or even out into the sea to capture some coral reefs during a snorkelling session.

If you’re a scuba enthusiast, a waterproof camera will undoubtedly be your diving companion, along with all the scuba gear, of course. Thanks to how well new waterproof cameras are sealed, they can withstand water and pressures down to 33 feet (10 meters) without a dive case.

You’ll always know your camera is waterproof and will always be ready for a shot, even if you need to point it upwards toward the rain. Dunking it into a freshwater pool to capture any fish in it certainly won’t be a problem because of how well the seals are made, and you’ll end up with some excellent footage for your social media posts or private gallery.

You don’t have to go out immediately and buy waterproof housing for a GoPro unless you have an older generation model. The GoPro HERO4 Black, Silver, HERO3+ Black, HERO3+ Silver and older models are NOT waterproof without separately purchased housing.They can’t handle being submerged or even just being exposed to moderate amounts of rain.

If you’re not taking your camera into salt water, it’s not something to be too concerned about. But if the GoPro will be exposed to salty water for extended periods of time, it makes sense to buy a waterproof housing to protect the camera lens and metal parts from corrosion. After all, you want your GoPro to last for as long as possible.

Having waterproof protective housing has its advantages, but it also brings its fair share of shortcomings. The neat, sleek, and compact feeling of the action camera disappears as soon as you wrap it up in extra housing.

If your GoPro will be put inside additional waterproof housing, you don’t want to go through the hassle of switching out the battery, assuming you have extra batteries. With a limited battery life of around 1.5 to 2 hours off a full charge, it’s important that your GoPro’s rechargeable battery is fully charged before taking it out to record some action.

The GoPro HERO+ LCD expands upon the all-in-one design of the HERO model by adding the convenience of a built-in touchscreen LCD. Like the HERO, the HERO+ LCD is waterproof to depths of 131" without requiring a separate housing; simply secure the Touch Backdoor in place for a watertight seal. The camera also sees a boost in its imaging capabilities by offering 1080p video at up to 60 fps and 8MP still photos in single-shot, time-lapse, and 5 fps burst modes. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth lets you connect the camera to the GoPro Smart Remote or to the GoPro App on your mobile device for shot preview, complete camera control, and easy content sharing to social media sites.

In addition to a Touch Backdoor, a Skeleton Backdoor is included for use on dry land, which features cutouts for improved audio capture using the built-in microphone. Also included with the HERO+ LCD are flat and curved adhesive mounts for surfboards, helmets, boats, and other smooth surfaces, as well as a quick release buckle that clips in and out of them. Apart from these, the camera can be used with a range of separately available mounting hardware for adaptation to just about any scenario.

GoPro’s Hero action cameras are aimed squarely at the entry-level, leaving the more fully-featured Hero4 for serious film-makers. The Hero is still well-equipped and more than capable of capturing quality footage though. There are now three cameras in the Hero range: the GoPro Hero (around £94), GoPro Hero+ (around £169) and GoPro Hero+ LCD (around £199). The Hero+ gains Wi-Fi for pairing with an iOS and Android companion app, but the Hero+ LCD gets an LCD display too.

This gives you a live view for framing your video and photos, and lets you play back recorded clips, but also functions as a touchscreen. The LCD gives you a quick and easy way to adjust settings, as well as providing in-camera trimming so you can cut down videos to easily sharable sizes.

The camera will feel familiar to GoPro users, with the same typical three-button design. The power button is on the front, the shutter button on the top and a settings button the side. The side button is also used for “HiLight” favourites tagging when recording video, making it simple to mark important parts of your footage to make editing easier. You can also mark HiLights when you’re watching back video on the LCD display.

One of the biggest differences from the Hero4 is the non-removable waterproof case. Before the entry-level Hero arrived, every GoPro had a separate, detachable waterproof housing. With the Hero+ LCD, the casing is permanently fixed in place, which you might find a little unwieldy if you plan on using handheld gimbals designed for caseless action cameras.

The permanent case also increases the overall size, even when you’re not planning any aquatic escapades, but when you do get wet, the Hero+ LCD can survive being submerged to depths of 40m. The case is otherwise very rugged and will stand up to a good few knocks. As a whole, the Hero+ LCD weighs 127g - lighter than the 152g Hero4 Black. You get the usual array of curved and flat adhesive mounts, but the Hero+ range works with all of GoPro’s existing mount range.

Various different backdoors are included for the case, including one that will allow you to still access the touchscreen, but it’s worth noting that the touch backdoor is only waterproof to 10m. A skeleton backdoor can also be used that doesn’t obstruct the microphones as much for improved sound quality, but this isn’t dust or waterproof.

The Hero+ LCD might be more of an entry-level camera, but it’s still well-specified when it comes to video resolutions. It’s capable of up to 1080p video at 60fps, which is excellent for a sub-£200 camera - many are limited to 30fps. Where the Hero+ range is lacking is when it comes to higher frame rate video, which is useful for creating slow motion footage. The similarly-priced Veho Muvi K2NPNG allows for 720p video at 120fps. You’ll have to step up to the Hero4 Black to get 240fps video from a GoPro.

The Hero+ LCD is also capable of capturing 8-megapixel still images, in addition to a burst mode that rattles off 10 frames in 2 seconds. There’s also a time lapse photo mode, with intervals between 0.5s to 60s.

Footage captured from the Hero+ LCD was very crisp, with nice and vibrant colours and decent sharpness when given outdoor lighting. Under low light there’s a reasonable amount of noise, with the auto low-light function adjusting the frame rate dynamically to match lighting conditions. The resulting 8-megapixel still images captured a surprising amount of detail.

Battery life was excellent, matching the Veho Muvi K2 NPNG, which was one of the longest lasting action cameras we’ve tested. Shooting 1080p video at 30fps, the Hero+ LCD managed a fantastic 2 hours 27 minutes - significantly higher than the GoPro Hero4 Black. The battery isn’t removable, however, so there’s no swapping out batteries while you’re in the field.

As an entry-level GoPro, the Hero+ LCD is an excellent choice provided you don’t need the more advanced functionality of the full-blown Hero4. With not much money separating the Hero+ LCD and regular Hero+, the added convenience of a touchscreen display is definitely worth paying extra for.

The Muvi K2 NPNG has more included accessories (and support for GoPro mounts) but the Hero+ LCD has better image quality and a superior companion app. In any case, with both you’re getting very capable action cameras for not a lot of money.