GoPro HD Surf Hero

Features

GoPro’s HD Surf HERO is the world’s only 1080p HD on-board video and still photo camera. Professional quality 1080p / 960p / 720p HD resolutions record at 30 and 60 frames per second (60 fps in 720p). Easily mounts to any surfboard in seconds. So light, even top pros claim they don't notice the camera on their boards.

The HD Surf HERO can also shoot 5MP photos automatically every 2 seconds while you surf. With the simple press of the shutter button on the paddle out you can capture photos during your entire surf. Other photo modes include 5 / 10 / 30 / and 60 second time lapse as well as single shot, triple shot, and self timer modes.

The batteries last for over 2.5 hours of HD video or automatic photo taking, so you can document your entire surf with a single push of the shutter button on the paddle out.

The included adhesive base mounts in seconds and is proven in heavy surf from Hawaii to Tahiti, Southern Mexico to Northern California. Or you can install an FCS™ fin plug into the deck of your board and then use our patent pending camera mounting plug to allen key your HD Surf HERO into the FCS™ plug.

Lighten your load on your next trip and use the HD Surf HERO for your non-surf related photos and videos, too. Optional accessories make it easy to mount the camera on your wrist, bike, scooter, jet ski or helmet. Tow surfing? A chest harness is available for that, too.

Waterproof to 180’ / 60m and protected from rocks and other hazards thanks to its removable polycarbonate housing.

Specifications

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
Angle of View: 127º wide angle in 1080p mode

Video

HD Video Resolution Modes: (subject to change, pending final firmware release)
- 1080p = 1920x1080 pixels (16:9), 30 fps, 15 Mbit/s data rate
- 960p = 1280x960 pixels (4:3), 30 fps, 12 Mbit/s data rate
- 720p = 1280x720 pixels (16:9), 60 fps, 15 Mbit/s data rate
- 720p = 1280x720 pixels (16:9), 30 fps, 8 Mbit/s data rate
- 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):
- 1080p (30 fps): 4h 21m
- 960p (30 fps): 5h 26m
- 720p (60 fps): 4h 21
- 720p (30 fps): 8h 09m
- 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® XP (Service Pack 2 or later) or Vista; 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

Items Included

1 HD HERO Camera (5 megapixel)
1 Rechargeable 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery
1 Waterproof Quick-Release Housing (180’/60 m)
1 3M™ Adhesive Mounting Base
1 FCS™ Plug-Compatible Mount
1 Quick-Release Buckle
1 Leash
1 USB Cable
1 Component Video (HDTV) Cable
1 Composite Video + Audio Out Cable
Warranty: One Year

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Accessories

Sandisk 4GB SDHC Card

You’ve bought the best so use the best. Genuine Sandisk cards high transfer rate for fast copying and downloading. Built to last with an operating shockrating of 2000G’s, equiuivalent to a ten foot drop. Ideal for all helmet cameras that accept class 2 SDHC cards

$32.00
Sandisk 4GB Ultra II SD Card

You’ve bought the best so use the best The SanDisk Ultra II SD card is rated as a class 4 SD card giving a higher data transfer rate. Using the 4GB card you can get 2.8hrs record time at the highest resolution. Performs at minimum 10 MB/sec read and 9 MB/sec write speed. This SD card enables quick data transfer from card to host device.

$43.00
Sandisk 16gb SDHC Card

Fast transfer rate for reliable copy/download/backup

16GB of storage capacity

Low battery consumption to maximize battery life in small portable devices

User selectable mechanical write protect switch on the exterior card casing

Operating shock rating of 2,000Gs, equivalent to a 10-foot drop to the floor

$79.95
Sandisk 16gb Ultra 11

SanDisk Ultra II SDHC 16GB High Performance Card - SD High Capacity 16 GB, A.K.A. Sandisk Ultra II SDHC

$99.00
Sandisk Ultra 11 32gb SDHC Card

Write speed: 9MB/sec and Read speed: 15MB/sec*

   - Lifetime limited warranty

   - Compatibility tested with a broad range of high-end digital
     cameras

   - Speed performance rating: Class 4

$199.00
The Chesty

Want to capture a really unique point of view? The chest harness combined with the 170 wide angle GoPro provides a realistic view of your chosen sport. Show the world how and what you get up to with this totally unique camera mounting system. Make your GoPro so much more than just a helmet camera.

$59.00
Car Charger for the GoPro HD Cameras

Now you can charge your GoPro HD in the field, simply plug into a cigarette lighter. Works with the USB cable supplied with your camera

$18.00
Lens Replacement Kit
Kit comes with two replacements for the wide-angle glass lens covers which used on all wide-angle HERO housings.

Compatible with all Wide Angle GoPro cameras...

What's Included:
- 2 Wide-Angle, Glass Lens Covers
- 2 Rubber O-Rings
- 6 Screws
- 1 Screwdriver
$39.00
Universal Wall Charger

USB Wall Charger is a universal charger that you can use anywhere around the world. Slip on the adaptor that suits your country and connect your GoPro HD to the USB connection to charge your battery.

2hour Charge Time

$57.00
Ride Hero

The Ride HERO is a seat post and handlebar tube clamp for mounting your quick-release GoPro camera on to tubes/frames ranging from 1.9cm - 3.5cm in diameter. You can also clamp to chainstays, small roll bars, bolt-heads, windsurfing and kite surfing booms/control bars, or anything else that is in the size range above. Comes with pivoting orientation arms allowing for 3-way adjustability, ensuring you can get the angle you want.

$39.00
Roll Bar Mount

Roll bar / tube clamp for mounting your quick-release GoPro camera on to tubes / frames ranging from 35mm to 65mm diameter. Perfect for clamping your camera to Roll bars, go karts, bike frames, bumper bars, ski / surfboard racks, or anything else that is in the size range above. Comes with pivoting orientation arms allowing for 3-way adjustability, ensuring you can get the angle you want.

$52.50
Grab Bag of Mounts

The ideal kit for mounting your GoPro to helmets (and almost any surface) using the 3M adhesive base plates. You’ll get 2 flat 3M adhesive base plates, 2 curved 3M adhesive base plates as well as 2 horizontal surface quick release buckles, and 1 vertical surface J-hook quick release buckle (for mounting your camera on vertical surfaces such as car bumpers or the back of your helmet).

$39.00
GoPro Tripod Mount
Tripod mount for attaching your quick-release GoPro camera to a standard tripod.

What's Included:
- 1 Tripod Mount
$27.00
Surf Hero Expansion Kit
Includes all of the mounting accessories from the Surf HERO camera, minus the water proof housing and camera. Perfect for mounting your GoPro HERO onto a surfboard. The Surf HERO extension kit includes two, removable mounting options:
- A stick-on baseplate that takes a couple of minutes to set up and go
- An FCS™ compatible plug mounting system that allows you to allen-screw your camera into the deck of your board when you install an FCS™ center fin plug into the deck of your board. Easily done by any ding repairer or shaper.
$39.00
Head Harness

Build up your arsenal of camera mounts. The head harness is ideal for those who don’t wear a helmet, but still want to head mount their GoPro. Fully adjustable silicone lined elastic straps ensure a secure, non-slip mount.

$38.00