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Released in June of 2015, the GoPro Hero+ LCD is covered by a grey waterproof casing with the logos under the lens. The GoPro Hero+ has a latch on top of the device that removes the casing, and allows access to the touchscreen. This camera also has a built in mount and three buttons that allow the user to control the camera without opening the casing. The Hero+ LCD edition came with new additions to the GoPro line such as: built in Bluetooth, WiFi, LCD display, and a touchscreen. The Bluetooth allows the user to use one"s phone or tablet as a remote to have full control over the camera"s functions. After capturing the video or photo, WiFi allows the users to upload their work or art to social media. Please be aware that these capabilities can only be used if the GoPro App is downloaded onto a smartphone or tablet.

Some years ago, Cris and I bought a GoPro camera for our holidays in Madagascar. It is a GoPro Hero+ LCD. The main reasons to buy this camera were the fact that it comes from the factory in a waterproof box. For most other cameras one needs to buy such a box separately and it could easily cost as much as the camera. The box is claimed to be water proof to a depth of 40 meters. We have taken it on many dives, usually to around 18 meters, but also to a maximum of 26 meters and it didn’t leak a drop. GoPro doesn’t make them like that anymore: their current model, HERO7, is water proof to only 10 meters. I guess they

Another important reason for us to buy this camera was that it had an LCD screen at the back. So you can actually see the picture that you are taking or movies that you are shooting. It sounds like a no-brainer but the models before and after that particular one did not include this feature. If I remember correctly, we were just in time in 2015 because GoPro was moving on to their next model without the screen. It seems that they changed their minds because the current model has a screen again.

The LCD screen has touch-screen functionality, which sounds nice but only comes in handy when you are preparing the GoPro. After all, the screen also is in the box which is closed when you are using it, definitely when you are using it for diving. GoPro made a lid for the box that preserved the touch screen functions, but it was only water proof to 3 meter. Fortunately all the functions can also be operated with the three buttons which do work under water. And if you use it often, you’ll learn the exact series of buttons to press, which can be a lot faster than the touch screen.

Bad news number 1 is that there are not many producers that take into account the entire range of GoPros. Our HERO+ LCD counts as an ancient model, apparently.

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.

The most obvious upgrade straight out of the box, and something we can’t fail to mention in this GoPro HERO 9 Black review, is the inclusion of the colour front display LCD screen.

Whether you want a durable, waterproof camera, something for vlogging or just an all-round travel camera, the GoPro HERO 9 Black is one of the best action cameras on the market.

Hi RiseOne,This CamKix Carrying Case as follows is only compatible with a Gopro Hero 4, Black, Silver, Hero+ LCD, 3+, 3, 2 and will not work with the Hero5:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J92LB62… see more Hi RiseOne,This CamKix Carrying Case as follows is only compatible with a Gopro Hero 4, Black, Silver, Hero+ LCD, 3+, 3, 2 and will not work with the Hero5:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J92LB62The Extra Large Carrying Case with Fully Customizable Interior is the one that will work for Gopro Hero 5 Black, Session, Hero 4, Session, Black, Silver, Hero+ LCD, 3+, 3, 2, 1:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KBKHYKSBest,Mynchie/ECO-FUSED see less By Eco-Fused Customer Care on February 15, 2017

Hi Lindsey,This type of Camkix carrying case is not waterproof. It has a sturdy exterior that prevents the inner part to easily get wet but it was not built to withstand prolonged water exposure. We do have a waterproof carrying case available for GoPro, please check the link:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQ7SB… see more Hi Lindsey,This type of Camkix carrying case is not waterproof. It has a sturdy exterior that prevents the inner part to easily get wet but it was not built to withstand prolonged water exposure. We do have a waterproof carrying case available for GoPro, please check the link:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQ7SBTEHope this helps Best, Mynchie/ECO-FUSED see less By Eco-Fused Customer Care on March 2, 2016

The HD HERO also offered an expansion port on the camera"s rear panel, branded the HERO Bus. Optional accessories included the LCD Bakpac, which offered a small monitor that displayed and played back video, and the Battery Bakpac, which doubled the battery life of the camera.

The HERO3+ camera models claim dramatically improved low light performance and have a waterproof enclosure which is 20% lighter and 15% smaller than the HERO3"s, according to the GoPro website. The HERO3+ camera housing is 20% smaller than the HERO3. The cameras are claimed to have improved image sharpness (close focus down to 7" vs about 3 ft on the HERO3, at the expense of distant focus which is slightly less sharp

In September 2014, GoPro released an entry level camera named simply "HERO", priced at $130, alongside the HERO4 Black and HERO4 Silver. It is built into a waterproof housing, unlike the HERO4 line.

The GoPro HERO (2014) can capture 5mp still images and has a 5fps burst option. It is able to record 1080P at 30 or 25fps and 720P at 60 or 50fps on to a MicroSD card up to 32GB. It has an LCD non touch display on the front and is waterproof down to 40m.

In June 2015, the company started to sell the GoPro HERO+LCD, which provides video recording at 1080p at 60 fps and 8 megapixel photos. The HERO+LCD is also built into a waterproof housing.

The HERO8 Black largely introduced several new functions into the camera. Physically, the HERO8 Black now incorporates the connecting prongs that are used to connect accessories, directly onto the camera. Originally, the cameras would only be able to access the prongs if the cameras utilised either the frames (for cameras HERO5 to HERO7) or the protective cases for HERO4 and before. Moreover, the GoPro logo moved under the LCD screen to make way for extra microphones. More additions to the camera most notably were part of the software aspects of the camera. These included an option to switch between various settings presets, including standard, activity, cinematic and action shots and adjusting on-screen shortcuts of the user interface. Most notably as part of software, was the introduction of the night-lapse video, which similar to the time-lapse video mode, automatically stitches the frames captured by the camera at set intervals, however with the addition of improved low-light performance.

The HERO8 Black also attempts to address vloggers who may wish to use the GoPro in such a manner. As such, GoPro has also introduced an external accessory known as the "Media Mod" which includes a USB Type-C port for supplying power to external microphones and accessories, a micro-HDMI port and a 3.5mm microphone port. Moreover, the accessory includes a mount to connect either external microphones, LEDs or an LCD screen.

One benefit that stands out when buying a waterproof GoPro is that you can capture underwater scenes in high resolution without worrying about any damages to your camera.

Scuba Diving – If you choose to maintain the recommended scuba diving depths of a maximum of 40 meters, you will be required to get extra housing to fortify the waterproofing quality of your camera.

Snorkeling – You can easily carry out this activity without the need for additional housing. A waterproof GoPro camera can comfortably handle the damp environment here.

Fishing – Going out for fishing doesn’t have to be boring always. With a waterproof GoPro camera, you can now film your experience with the sea creatures.

This 2019 GoPro Hero8 Black is waterproof so long as all doors remain closed. It can go down to depths of 10 meters (33 feet) deprived of any additional housing.

The beautiful Hero7 series cameras, the Hero 7 Black, Hero7 Silver, and Hero7 White came out in September 2018 with waterproof capabilities without the need for housing.

A waterproof housing may not necessarily be a basic accessory to add to your GoPro camera, it is important to consider it especially if you want a fortification to the existing impermeability offered by GoPro since 2016.

• It gives you an added depth limit. Most of the GoPro waterproof cameras can only withstand a maximum depth of 10 meters (33 feet). A waterproof Housing will allow depths to up to 60 meters (196 feet) which beyond the recommended range to do your scuba diving.

• A waterproof housing will offer an additional film of protection to your camera. This will prevent your camera from suffering major hits and knocks that may damage its body when doing underwater filming. A fractured housing is stress-free and inexpensive to replace than a damaged GoPro camera’s body.

• Super Suit, a waterproof housing made by GoPro will allow you to exclusively use filter systems. These are devised to clip to the lens port of the housing and not the camera’s lens.

• Audio quality is greatly compromised when using underwater waterproof housing. The microphone is barely usable at this point and I would recommend you add music to your recordings later.

Since the housing is waterproof, any moisture is trapped within it cannot escape. The moisture can condense within the housing if the outside air is extremely cold and there is high humidity within the housing.

Always test the waterproof housing before casing your GoPro unit. There may be leaks and exposing your camera to such early danger can be frustrating.

Having in mind that water is a perfect agent of destruction, just how do you keep both your GoPro camera and Waterproof Housing in perfect conditions?

• As mentioned earlier, you may need underwater Lens filter rings to correct the color information in your footage shot in blue and green waters. These rings can easily be attached to the waterproof camera housing and used in depths of up to 80 feet.

Whether or not you have a GoPro waterproof camera, the fact that we are now able to get an additional waterproof housing for underwater adventures comes handy for most of us.

The Hero+ LCD"s price, on the other hand, does not say "entry level." At $300 in the US and £250 and AU$430 in the UK and Australia, respectively, this is a somewhat pricey camera for the category given what it can do. The $130 (£100, AU$169) Hero model is truly entry level in price and features. That"s a considerable price gap between it and the Hero+ LCD.

That is, as long as you"re willing to put up with the rest of the Hero+ LCD"s design. Like the Hero, this camera is permanently in its rugged housing. Some might find this to be a plus since it means the camera can"t fall out and is always protected. However, since you can"t pull the camera out, if you damage the housing you"re not easily swapping it for a new one. While it can certainly handle a lot of abuse, if you manage to scratch the lens glass, you"re stuck.

With its standard solid plastic backdoor, the housing is waterproof to 131 feet (40 meters). There is also a waterproof touch backdoor that"s good down to 10 feet (3 meters) as well as a skeleton door that lets more sound reach the built-in mic. External mics, by the way, are not supported on this model.

On its own, the video from the Hero+ LCD is very good and stands up to other models priced around $300 such as the Drift Ghost-S and Replay XD Prime X, though only the former has a live-view screen. Sony"s Action Cam Mini with its Live-View Remote is another option and is better in image quality and features, though it"s not as easy to use.

For casual viewing on a smartphone or tablet and posting to YouTube, you likely won"t be disappointed with what you get from the Hero+ LCD. As with most cameras in this category, when viewed at larger sizes you"ll see compression and motion artifacts and details are pretty soft and mushy. These things only get more pronounced when shooting in low light.

It"s pricey for its shooting options and performance, but the GoPro Hero+ LCD is also one of the few action cameras available with a built-in live-view screen. That"s a feature that"s tough to beat, especially if you"re looking to simplify your shooting experience.