GoPro Hero9 Black 5K Video 20MP Camera
GoPro Hero9 Black 5K Video 20MP Camera is the latest device in terms of features and functionality including a New Front Display, 30% More Battery Life, Detachable Lens can shoot videos up to 5K (also records in 4K, 2.7K, 1440p, and 1080p) that maintains details quality even when zooming in and can grab 14.7MP frame from videos, HindSight, Scheduled Capture, Duration Capture and many more features included in Hero9.
These pocket-sized cameras are the best for cyclists, moto vlogging, skiers, skateboarders, and all other adventure activities to produce content in more creative ways.
However, there are many similarities between Hero8 and Hero9 cameras. For example, both have an 8x slow-motion recording feature, waterproof till 33ft/10m down, both have a left-hand battery compartment including a micro SD card slot, and a USB-C charging slot, microphone position is the same in both cameras that are beneath the lens.
Same folding fingers at the bottom side and both require the same class 10/UHS-1 rated micro SD Card. Moreover, both cameras have the same placement of power/mode and record buttons. But buttons in Hero 9 Black is a little larger in size and slightly come out as to operate more comfortably while wearing gloves.
But here is the few difference between GoPro Hero 9 Black and Hero 8 that makes Hero9 a flagship camera in the segment.
GoPro Hero 8 Vs Hero 9
Front LCD Screen with a live preview
GoPro Hero8 has a small front display for showing only remaining battery time, recording time, what resolution you have selected.
But GoPro Hero9 Black 5K Video 20MP Camera has a comparatively large front LCD screen with a live preview about 1.4 inches for selfie framing and vlog-style recording.
Large Rear Display
The headlines of the new Hero 9 Black are its front display but other features are its rear display that is different in size. The Hero 9 has a 2.27-inch display and Hero 8 has a 1.95-inch display. Approx 16% larger than Hero 8.
Max Lens Mod
GoPro Hero8 has fix lens but the new flagship Hero 9 has a removable lens for hosting Max Lens Mod as an add-on accessory.
Max Lens Mod is used for maximizing stabilization and field of view. It instantly upgrades your HERO9 Black with Max HyperSmooth for unbreakable video stabilization up to 2.7K60 and an ultra-wide 155˚ FOV digital lens, the widest ever on a HERO camera.
Powerful horizon lock keeps both horizontal and vertical shots level and steady even if your camera is mounted off-center or rotates a full 360° while recording.
Size and Build
This new Hero 9 comes with more features along with more weight and large size. Hero 8 size is 66.3*48.6*28.4 mm and weight is 126g. Whereas the measurement of the new flagship GoPro Hero 9 Black is 71*55*33.6 mm with a weight 158g.
Improved Battery Capacity
As the new Hero 9 has a large size, it’s battery also has a slight increase in size and capacity than Hero 8 Black. The new camera’s battery is rated 1,720mAh Lithium-Ion compared to the 1,220mAh Lithium-Ion of Hero8.
Because of this reason, the battery of the previous model will not be compatible with the latest Hero 9 Black.
Increased sized with capacity is required to drive a bigger sensor and two screens with improved performance in a freezing temperature environment.
5K Video Recording
With a 23.6 MP sensor new Hero9 Black can record with higher resolution. It can capture videos at 5K 30 fps at a bitrate of 100Mbps that is far more detailed than regular HD. Whereas Hero 8 Black can record till 4K 60fps at 100Mbps.
Hero 8 Black has a feature of HyperSmooth 2.0 for image stabilization and a TimeWarp 2.0 time-lapse mode. And new Hero 9 comes with HyperSmooth 3.0 in-camera horizon leveling work up to 5K resolution that will be more beneficial for vloggers to get gimbal-like stabilization.
TimeWarp 3.0 is the latest version in GoPro Hero 9 Black can tap speed ramp to slow the action while recording for mesmerizing time-lapse videos.
Webcam and Live Streaming
While Hero 8 has upgraded firmware to become a webcam device, but Hero 9 Black includes it. Hero 9 Black can be used to live stream with 1080p resolution to YouTube, Facebook, etc.
20 MP Pro-Quality Photos
Both cameras have decent photography capabilities but Hero 9 Black offering crisp, pro-quality 20 MP photos in comparison to Hero 8 that is 12 MP.
The killer feature of the latest camera Hero 9 is, it can extract decent quality photos of 14.7 MP from jumps, skiing, and other moving moments.
Hero9 Black Package Box
HERO9 Black Camera comes with a Rechargeable Battery, Curved Adhesive Mount, Mounting Buckle, USB-C Cable, Thumb Screw, and Camera Case
Conclusion GoPro Hero8 Vs Hero9
Both are excellent quality cameras, but GoPro Hero9 Black 5K Video 20MP Camera has a front live screen, a larger battery, capture still photos from the video, and many more are the killer features that encourage buying new flagship Hero9 Black over Hero8.
