GoPro  HD Hero 960 Camera

The HD HERO 960 features the same professional grade 960p, 720p and 480p (WVGA) video & 5MP timelapse photo modes, and incredible sound recording system as its big brother, the original HD HERO camera.

Missing from the HD HERO 960 are 720p @ 60fps, 1080p video, and the HERO BUS expansion port in the rear of the camera that will let you take advantage of GoPro's forthcoming BacPac accessories - LCD screen & Battery Extension - both important features for filmmaking hobbyists & professional videographers that are compatible with the original HD HERO camera.

Features

• 1 HD HERO 960 camera
• 1 Rechargeable 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery
• 1 Waterproof Quick-Release Housing (180' / 60m)
• 1 Curved, 3M™ Adhesive Mount
• 1 Flat, 3M™ Adhesive Mount
• 1 Helmet Front Mount
• 1 Headlamp-Style Head Strap
• 1 Quick-Release Buckle
• 1 USB Cable
• 1 Component Video Cable (HDTV)
• 1 Composite Video Cable + Audio Out Cable
• Warranty: One Year

Camera Optics

Lens Type: Fixed Focus (2ft/.6m – ∞), glass

Aperture: f/2.8 (high performance in low-light situations)

Angle of View: 170º ultra wide angle in WVGA, 720p, or 960p mode

Video

HD Video Resolution Modes: (subject to change, pending final firmware release)
o 960p = 1280x960 pixels (4:3), 30 fps, 12 Mbit/s data rate
o 720p = 1280x720 pixels (16:9), 30 fps, 8 Mbit/s data rate
o WVGA = 848x480 pixels (16:9), 60 fps, 8 Mbit/s data rate

Sensor Type: 1/2.5" HD CMOS, 2.2µm-sized pixels

Light Sensitivity: Super low-light sensitivity (>1.4 V/lux-sec)

Video Format: H.264 compression, saved as Windows- & Mac-compatible MPEG4 (.mp4) file

Exposure Control: Auto with user selectable center weighted average and spot metering settings

White Balance: Auto

Audio

Microphone: Built-in, mono with AGC (automatic gain control)

Audio Format: 48 kHz, AAC audio compression

Photo

Resolution: 5 megapixel

Capture Modes: Single shot, photo every 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 secs.; 3 photo burst; self-timer

Storage

Memory: SD card, up to 32GB capacity (SDHC)

Average recording times (using 32GB SD card):
o 960p (30 fps): 5h 26m
o 720p (30 fps): 8h 09m
o WVGA (60 fps): 8h 09m

Camera Connectors & Cables

PC Connection: USB 2.0 (data connection and battery charging)

HDTV Out: HD NTSC & PAL (component cable incl.)

Audio Out: Combo 2.5mm jack with stereo audio and composite video out

PC Compatibility: Windows® Vista or Windows® 7; Mac OS® X 10.4.11 and later

Power & Battery

Battery Type: Rechargeable 1100 mAh lithium-ion

Battery Life: Approx. 2.5 hrs

Charging: via USB to computer or optional power adapter

Charge Time: 80% capacity after 1 hour with optional power adapter; or 2 hours with a computer’s USB port

Waterproof Camera Housing

Depth Rating: Up to 180 feet / 60 meters

Construction: Polycarbonate and stainless steel

Hardware: Stainless steel

Size & Weight

Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.6” x 2.4” x 1.2” (42mm x 60mm x 30mm)

Weight: 3.3oz (94g) incl. battery, 5.9oz (167g) incl. housing

**Helmet NOT included.