When you are out shooting sporting events, you may want to mark the best shots. This helps you locate them easily when you browse through your shots later. Fortunately, you can use the Wi-Fi button on GoPro HERO cameras to mark clips. The video tutorial will give you an overview of button controls on the GoPro HERO4, and will walk you through the steps for mastering the power and select button controls.
- The GoPro 4 has added a few new functionalities…to the camera.…Now, when you look at the camera, it feels…pretty much the same as far as buttons go.…In fact, there's actually less buttons.…Of course, the main button on the front,…just press and hold to power the camera on.…But it gives you a beep and shows you the menu.…This allows you to cycle through the different states.…Same thing here on the camera that I've got in a case.…You'll notice that pushing that button…takes me through the key different states…that are available.…
For example, video mode, photography mode,…first mode, and then of course the ability to…check playback or setup.…These are the same general modes.…Remember, if you're using the GoPro Four…Black, you can attach an external LCD…backpack.…Just take that, hook it on, and connect it,…and you'll get the very similar…functionality to the silver with a larger…menus on the back.…All right, pretty straight forward.…So power and cycling through the menus.…
In order to engage in actual menu, as you…
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3/26/2015Released
1/31/2014Note: This course was updated in December 2014 to cover the new GoPro HERO4 line of cameras, including chapters on the menu system and shooting photos and video with the HERO4.
- Choosing a GoPro model
- Understanding your GoPro camera's anatomy
- Charging the battery
- Choosing a memory card
- Accessing video and photo shooting modes
- Setting white balance for video
- Shooting in burst or time-lapse mode
- Shooting wirelessly
- Downloading software
- Buying GoPro accessories
Skill Level Beginner
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Q: This course was updated on 12/15/2014. What changed?
A: There are over 30 new movies covering GoPro's new camera, the GoPro HERO4. Check out the "What's new" movie for a summary of the changes.
Q: This course was updated on 03/26/2015. What changed?
A: We added a new chapter called "Shooting with a GoPro HERO: Fundamentals - GoPro HERO4 February 2015 Update," which covers the new HERO4 firmware (released February 4, 2015). These tutorials cover the new features and show two different ways to update your camera.
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Introduction
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Welcome56s
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1. Getting to Know the GoPro Camera
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Choosing a GoPro model1m 37s
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Unboxing the GoPro3+ camera3m 42s
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Basic camera anatomy4m 3s
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Unboxing the GoPro HERO7m 5s
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2. Powering the Camera
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Using the battery BacPac3m 1s
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Using external power3m 9s
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Tips to extend battery life3m 26s
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Powering the GoPro HERO46m 10s
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Powering the GoPro HERO3m 2s
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3. Storage Requirements for a GoPro Camera
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4. GoPro Menu System
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Using the LCD Touch BacPac2m 23s
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5. Setting Up the Default Setting
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6. Essential Settings for Video Shooting with the GoPro3 and 3+
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7. Essential Settings for Video Shooting with the GoPro HERO4
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Gestures2m 37s
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Accessing video mode1m 16s
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Choosing a resolution2m 43s
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Setting the field of view1m 46s
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Low light56s
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Using highlight tagging1m 18s
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8. Essential Settings for Photo Shooting with the GoPro3 and 3+
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Using the spot meter1m 3s
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Shooting in Burst mode4m 11s
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9. Essential Settings for Photo Shooting with GoPro HERO4
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Shooting in Burst mode1m 37s
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Using Protune for photos3m 25s
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10. Essential Settings for Wireless Shooting
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When to use the GoPro remote1m 45s
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When to use the GoPro app5m 45s
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11. Playing Back Your Images and Footage
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Transferring to a computer5m 39s
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12. Updating Your Camera
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13. Essential Accessories for Every GoPro Owner
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The GoPro frame2m 45s
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The GoPro tripod mount2m 57s
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Standard GoPro mounts2m 9s
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Audio adapter1m 12s
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The GoPro tool2m 5s
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Extra batteries and chargers1m 54s
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14. GoPro HERO4 February 2015 Update
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New time-lapse features2m 18s
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New performance features2m 44s
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Conclusion
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Goodbye54s
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Video: An overview of button controls: GoPro HERO4