- The GoPro Session is very similar to the other GoPros,…indicating that it's powered on or off,…but the features on how you access those power controls…are a little bit different.…When you want to turn the camera on, it's just pushing…the shutter button, the giant red button on the top.…When I press that,…the camera should power on and start to record.…You might notice a slight delay if it's been asleep…for awhile, but now…it got into the mode that it was last using,…in this case video mode, and it's rolling.…
If I was using a different mode like photography,…it would simply fire off the individual shot,…or if it was a burst mode or time lapse mode…it would start the recording process.…You heard the three beeps at the start there,…so it's important that you realize that that audio…will be recorded, likely by the camera clip itself.…Remember that when you start the action, you are…going to hear the camera actually roll.…It's rolling then. That's fine.…When I'm all done, pretty simple.…If I push that button again,…
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2/18/2016Make sure to check out other courses in our GoPro training series to explore different creative uses for the GoPro, such as capturing action sports or car-mounted footage.
- Choosing a GoPro that's right for you
- Changing GoPro cases
- Choosing a shooting mode
- Recording with a GoPro
- Charging the battery
- Choosing a memory card
- Working with the GoPro menu system
- Setting up the different modes and display settings
- Shooting video with a GoPro
- Shooting still photos
- Recording time-lapse video
- Shooting wirelessly with a GoPro remote or app
- Updating GoPro firmware
- Working with accessories such as tripods
Skill Level Beginner
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GoPro HERO: Shooting Action Sports
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GoPro: Creative Photography and Video Techniques
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 5s
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1. A Quick Start with GoPro Cameras
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Unboxing a GoPro camera6m 17s
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Basic camera anatomy7m 48s
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Inserting a memory card6m 24s
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Powering up the camera2m 47s
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Choosing a shooting mode2m 25s
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2. Powering Your GoPro Camera
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Tips to extend battery life5m 11s
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Powering up a GoPro HERO3m 13s
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3. Storage Requirements for a GoPro Camera
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Working with microSD cards4m 25s
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4. Understanding the GoPro Menu System
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5. Setting Up the Default Settings on a GoPro HERO and HERO Session
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Accessing the Setup menu4m 1s
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Adjusting onscreen display4m 17s
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Using sound indicators2m 41s
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6. Essential Settings for Video Shooting
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Choosing a capture mode3m 31s
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Setting the field of view2m 54s
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Using Protune for video5m 11s
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Using the spot meter2m 36s
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Looping video when recording3m 38s
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7. Essential Settings for Photo Shooting
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Using Protune for photos4m 28s
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Using the spot meter2m 4s
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Shooting in Burst mode1m 56s
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8. Essential Settings for Time-Lapse Shooting
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Using Night Lapse mode3m 42s
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9. Essential Settings for Wireless Shooting
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When to use the GoPro app1m 30s
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10. Playing Back Your Images and Footage
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11. Updating Your Camera's Firmware
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12. Essential Accessories for Every GoPro Owner
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The GoPro frame3m 55s
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The GoPro tripod mount3m 7s
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The GoPro audio adapter1m 54s
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The GoPro tool2m 40s
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Shooting underwater4m 21s
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Handles and grips4m 32s
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Conclusion
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Next steps1m
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Video: Powering up a GoPro HERO Session