Is it better than GoPro?
609048
This is different from GoPro. GoPro focus on the sports markets. You can wear GoPro when you skiing or skydiving. Sony QX100 is just a camera.
609049
There's really no way to answer this question. These are two different cameras that suit two different needs.The GoPro is a wide angle action sports camera that is tiny, mountable, and its primary use is for video.The DSC-QX100 is actually fairly large, not mountable (other than to a phone), and its primary use is for still pictures. I purchased the QX100 (and returned it) and can tell you that its video recording capabilities are incredibly limited, and can only be initiated from a smart phone.
1090654
Hi Chris, sorry I can't answer this question because we ended up returning it as it didn't work to begin with. We ended up sucking it up and purchasing a GoPro which we are extremely happy about.
603519
I recommend GoPro HERO3+ housing b/c of the smaller size and the buttons are easier to push.
2259045
I wouldn't recommend it. The GoPro is light enough to use while walking and maybe doing other sports, but when you try to run with it, the head mount elastics flex too much, and you may end up with bad quality footage. This is why in GoPro videos you see the people that do extreme sports or are moving fast wear it on their helmets. You can try that for a run or two to get the footage you need, but then that helmet might get too cumbersome. The other option is to tighten the straps on the mount, but that may give you a headache :) I hope this helps.
108198
I wasn't sure either because it's not in the recommended list from gopro. I recorded a 7 minute long video (1080p Medium width @ 60fps) a couple days ago and it worked just fine.
427758
No, I have never skydived, but properly and safely attached, the GoPro should give you awesome video of your adventure. With the wide angle of the lens, first person shots look good with this camera. Just be sure to have it rolling long before you actually start preparing for the action, so it doesn't have to be on your mind while attending to more critical tasks.
1847492
I purchased a GoPro for videos. I've only used this camera with the underwater housing & it has taken some amazing photos during my night dives. I have tried to take pictures of some moon rises and they have not come out well since I do not know how to set up the camera for those types of shots. Overall I love the camera but still learning how to use the settings to maximize my shots.
541365
very good camera for the price, it can not be beat, the only camera that is better is the GoPro at a hefty price of $300 + the 4Sight is the best value for the money
1353702
I have used the go-pro2 almost exclusively in my travels. I use it handheld mostly as I am a cyclist. Its 11mp and the fisheye is great. But, Im going with this for stills, gopro for vids. This camera has stabilization, never gets smudgy, and I can see what I am taking a picture of. No more back to the computer hoping I got a good shot. (of course you have the LCD option for the gopro, but its bulky and tiny).
1334687
yes that is what i use it for and works great. and i do not know all the differences between the two except writing speed which is critical if you are using your go-pro for action filming if not, i would not see any harm in getting the extreme.
627518
It depends upon 3 things: 1)What is the intended purpose (time lapse, action, sports etc.)? 2)How much you want to spend? 3) The time spent editing your footage. Everyone would like to achieve the same results as the GoPro demo that they play over and over to promote GoPro; however, most of us are limited the amount of money it would take to outfit ourselves with 3 or 4 GoPros, plus accessories. If you look at all the specs, the "Black" has the best resolution and more time lapse settings which translates to better video capture. Apparently the lenses are also better quality which means a clearer picture. A remote is included, which regularly sells for about $100; however, I have not used it once. Most of the activities that I used the GoPro were in and around water and since the remote is not water proof, it doesn't get used. I just edit the beginning and ending parts out of the video. GoPro should sell everything separately, out side of the packaged bundles. If they did, I would buy the "Black" edition because it provides the best resolution and features. You can always reduce the resolution; however, once the video has been shot, you can't increase the resolution. The accessories that I would purchase would be the protective plastic shell, extra batteries & charger, floaty backdoor, grenade handle, view screen back door, adhesive mounts ... your imagination and lots of time to practice. The view screen back door would be handy to set up your shots, especially time lapse. Some shots you only get once chance to take it ... better make it count. Angles and perspectives, make your video exciting and cool to look at. So set up some practice shots to see if it will work. If you can afford to purchase a couple more cameras, it would be advantageous because as I mentioned, some times you only get once chance.
1353704
This camera takes amazing pictures for a "mostly auto" handheld. It is not a DSLR, of course, but pictures are very good. It is 12MP and has a great sensor and lens, the go pro is 5MP and has a cheaper sensor.The go-pro is not much of a camera for stills in my opinion because they are always fishbowl view because of the wide angle lens. The newer go pro may be better because it has a few settings for 90, 120, and 160 degrees or something like that. Still, small cheap sensor/lens, no flash, not a great image processor in the go pro.
636610
One does save about $100 but I use it for filming Great Whites underwater for research etc. I have noticed some drones have attachments that only fit GoPros so if you want to eventually attach to a RC plane or drone...GoPro imho, is a better choice
891161
don't expect a GoPro quality with this one .In a short distance quality is ok but other then that is kind a blurry .But it flies fantastic , I think got over 200 ft high and I record a video looks ok to me for the price
169203
I have used the go pro battery and the Smatree battery!! The Smatree will last a little longer than the go pro!Im using my go pro for Snowmobiling and the cold uses a little more on the Go Pro?
312634
I haven't used the gopro so I can't compare, but I've found this to be more of a spot light. I will say that it lights up a bedroom or a small living room with no problems. I point it at the middle of the rooms ceiling and the bounce back lights up the room.
618446
Correction on my comment. .I mean..HD Videos and 1080p an it is much better then the GoPro.Lol sorry my phone made corrections on it own lol.. and it did came with a strap but haven't used I just do cycling Video but it dose come with 2 clips ,one for bike and an extra for helmet