Action Cameras & Accessories
by M. Brett Smith & Shawn C. Steiner ·Posted
Like virtual and augmented reality, the adoption of spherical (or “360-degree”) video into the mainstream has been a mixed bag. On one hand, the technology has evolved rapidly and in a manner that mostly benefits consumers—e.g., it’s become more accessible, generally easier to use, and costs less than initial offerings; on the other hand, what to do with all that promising tech remains somewhat more vague. Enter the Fusion, GoPro’s latest foray into
We here at B&H Photo Video are pleased to announce the introduction of the latest GoPro action camera, the GoPro HERO6 Black. This new GoPro features QuikStories—an automated app that edits and then shuttles your latest creations to your phone for the easiest possible sharing. Post your daring adventure footage to Instagram, Facebook, or other social media platforms to keep your legions of fans updated. Or use QuikStories to text or email a
Today, at IFA, Sony revealed the RX0, a tiny (just 59 x 40 x 30mm) camera that Sony hopes will be start a new type of camera segment, something it is calling multi-view recording. The RX0 is small enough to mount almost anywhere, making it possible to capture a scene or event from multiple viewpoints. Think: mounting cameras on every musician's instrument at a live show, film people singing karaoke in private automobiles without shooting through a
What would you do if you had: 1) access to the entire B&H SuperStore after hours; 2) your favorite skateboard; 3) three buddies; and 4) awesome camera and video equipment?
The B&H Video Team was there to watch tech vloggers, skaters, and YouTube stars Sara Dietschy, Sam Sheffer, John Hill, and Erik Conover perform some sick moves as they shredded the SuperStore! Check out the video and our photos!
Click to check out the videos that the crew made!
Eric Conover
by Justin Dise and Val Lazarev ·Posted
Although the idea of a wearable POV camera dates back several decades, the first action camera to be offered on the consumer market was a GoPro.
The Story Behind GoPro
A young man was off on a surfing trip somewhere far off, and wanted to capture quality photos of all the action, but found there was no way to get close-up angles. This same young man also very badly wanted to invent something. That was in 2002, and that same year, Nicholas “Nick” Woodman founded GoPro. Two years of work later, the first GoPro was introduced, the
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In the following video, Mia McCormick, from KelbyOne, takes a look at the Black and Silver Editions of the GoPro HERO4, as well as the new HERO, to help you determine which camera is right for you. The video highlights unique features of each model, including 4K video recording at 30 and 24 fps, the built
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With the release of the GoPro HERO4 Black, the company offers much anticipated 4K recording at a frame rate that is usable for video—not just still photo extraction—30 and 24 fps. The new
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In the following video, Mia McCormick, from Kelby Media, relates her experience with the new Sony AS100V Action Cam, with Live View Remote. The video explores the camera's high data-rate recording, multiple format, and frame-rate capabilities. McCormick discusses the camera’s improvements over the previous version, including the new splash-proof body, control buttons on the waterproof housing, improved audio, and the Live