GoPro Hero5 Black & Hero5 Session Review at RevZilla.com
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In this in-depth review of the GoPro Hero5 Black and Hero5 Session action cameras, Ryan, our lead cameraman here at RevZilla, gives you the rundown on the new features and key differences between the two. At the same time, he compares both versions to their predecessors within the GoPro lineup, as well as with their competition within the action camera market. From low-light scenarios to 4k capabilities, Ryan highlights the aspects of the new GoPro Hero 5 Black and Hero5 Session that matter most to motorcyclists and other high-octane enthusiasts looking to make the most out of their experiences - wherever those experiences may lead.
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I've watched a lot of camera reviews and this is one of the best I've ever seen! Tons of information packed in this tight video, but you didn't rush over things too quickly.
me too
Normally i dont comment on products review but i must say this one was one of the best detailed review of a product.
My biggest gripe with the new GoPro line up is that you still can't connect to a Sena Bluetooth communicator with just Bluetooth. Any suggestions for a complete solution that would work in conjunction with the Sena product line?
Bluetooth Audio... If GoPro would address this issue, they would be Undisputed Masters of Motovlogging, and could also separately market a line of GoPro branded bluetooth communicators with boom mics for other people to record up to 8 others at the same time direct to the camera... As it is, there's a new Sena 10c Pro coming out soon, and I'm pretty happy with the overall video & audio quality of my current Sena 10C with firmware ver. 2.0... And worst case scenario is recording audio using a small digital recorder attached to a boom mic in the helmet, taking 5-seconds to sysch the audio & video during editing, and get great audio.
I still love the video quality of my Silver 4, and am actually thinking of getting either the Session 5 or a 5 Black in December. At some point in time, Bluetooth Audio will just be icing on the cake, but it will be welcomed anytime they want to implement it. :-).
I had the same issue (Cardo Packtalk). I've ended up not buying the GoPro 5, but rather the Fusar Mohawk (these should ship end of this or beginning of next year).
This was probably the most informative review I've seen Revzilla do. Clear, concise, and EASY TO UNDERSTAND.
I too am interested in connectivity to a Sena communicator. I'm waiting, and hoping you'll do a review, on the new 10C Evo. I won't be using that in 4K, either, but 1080p/60 is something I'm very interested in. But, I would like to be able to sync multiple cameras, maybe a GP Session or Session 5 so I can edit them together and have everything at the same point on the timeline. Yes, I realize there are other ways to do it, but it would just be so nice if I could say 'Start' at it was recorded to all the cameras I'll be using at once.
Great review, correct me if I'm wrong but the session 5 does not have location information or GPS.
Correct, the Session 5 does not have GPS. -DrewZilla
What a fantastic video! Rarely watch reviews start to finish, but this was so concise and well presented. Awesome.
probably the best review i have watched yet.. awsome job
KnuckleUpFightClub absolutely!!! Very well done!!! Thank you for this information!!!!
What "other competition" do you speak of? I want to motovlog and was thinking about the Hero 5, but now that you essentially say that there are better products for motovlogging, can you mention them?
Best review yet. I'm getting the 4 session now. That battery life did it for me.
I like this guy, he doesn't sound like he bathes in RedBull every morning before going to work.
Kamil K LOL, Yeah Anthony does sound like that, and you described it perfectly. LOL 😂😄😅
Kamil K i dont see any wings...
Lol. I don't know any names, but somehow I knew exactly who you were talking about :-D
P.S. I love the red bull guy though!
Is the live preview in the app still lagging behind ~3 seconds or so on the new GoPro's? And I wish they equipped these cams with a bigger battery or better usage of power. Wanted to shoot timelapse pictures every 10 seconds during a 5 hour ride, the camera didn't even last half way... (GoPro Hero 3 though)
definitely liked this guy since the very first couple seconds. Genuine dude! Just picked up a Hero5 and I am glad i did.
Great review! One question though...how were you recording voice audio while riding because I didn't see an audio cable coming out of the chin mounted Session??? I am in he process of setting up my Hero 5 Session with audio cable on my half-helmet right now.
We recorded voice audio separately, not to the Session. -DrewZilla
Hi great review, will a hero 5 session do the job videoing on a bike at a track day , and what setting should I use.Cheere
I have a question completely unrelated to GoPro:
What leather jacket were you wearing in the beginning of the video?
My first GoPro is the 5 Black so I had little to no idea of what to really expect but this great review and has given me some good information to take on my action camera journey
Great review. I was really excited about the new Mic adaptor that also has a USB-C port, but GoPro confirmed you can only use one at a time. I was really hoping to connect both an external power source and mic at the same time, that would have been the ticket for all day recording/motovlogging.
My decision to upgrade to the Hero/Session 5 depended on that adaptor. That's why I still keep around my Hero2, I can connect a regular mic straight to the camera while I use an external power bank to keep it running all day.
can i know which one are you going to recommend if i going to use for sports and traveling? oh btw are the accessories still works in hero 5?
It really depends whether you prefer the smaller size of the Hero5 Session or the longer battery life and convenient screen of the Hero5 Black. Both are good for sports and travel. -DrewZilla
How do you incorporate a Sena or such device with the GoPro? In order to hear your buddies. I kind of get it when the Gopro is on the helmet but if it's on your handlebars, how are you getting audio? Just syncing up the video? Thanks in advance.
Unfortunately, you cannot incorporate a Sena with this GoPro model. Sena's Audio Back is _only_ compatible with the older Hero3 and Hero4 models that had a rear data pin port. The Hero5 and newer models don't have that port. With a newer camera, you would need to sync audio yourself. -DrewZilla
yes.....with a fisherman on boat(s) perspective. I LOVE THE 5, JUST BOUGHT MY 2ND ONE!!!
REVO IS SUPER!
I know you said the smart remote for the Hero 4 works with the Hero 5, but does the smart remote for the Hero 3 work with the Hero 5 also?
Bwahaha had my camera in my hand when you said “GoPro record” and mine starting recording.
The wind reduction is amazing!
This is the best Gopro comparison video i've ever seen. Good job and thank u.
Ryan, looking at a Gopro Session 5 and a Sena Prism Tube wifi to put on my helmet for adventure riding trips, which direction would you lean and why? Thanks.
If you want to record your voice with the video, then go with the Prism Tube. However, if you want more video resolutions and frame rates, then consider the Session. -DrewZilla
Hi, I just bought a Hero 5 and was very disappointed by the audio: there is a kind of prominent hissing sound all the time. I tried all settings but no change. Since you didn't talk about it in your review, this was not noticed?
Ryan did not experience any hissing during his tests. -DrewZilla
Well put comparison and not only that the rate of the speech is good as well
You should test the charge time for the hero 4 session vs hero 5 session. Since you can't replace the batteries.
I hooked mine up to fairing of a HD Ultra Classic, works great very little shake
I still can't decide. I'm scared to get the hero 4 Black because I've heard of so many issues with it.
Very nice review, super detailed and useful info.
I have one question: As for helmet (front mount) which camera would you prefer to use, the GoPro 5 black or the session 5? - We are filming in 1080p 60 FPS with the roughly 1h footage.
Honestly, either is fine for chin mounts, but the Session is lighter and more compact. -DrewZilla
Thank you for the response, i went with the session 5, because like u said, its lighter and more compact.
Does gopro 5 session have GPS, because in the gopro site I can't find any info ? And if it does, can you use it with quik for desktop to add gps data to movie ?
No, the Hero5 Session does not have GPS, but the Hero5 Black does have GPS. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/gopro-hero5-black-camera
What do you use for a mic for the hero 5 session. Is it Bluetooth So I can connect let say a Sena 20s. Is that possible?Thanks Bud...
We recorded voice audio separately. The Session does not support Bluetooth pairing to a communicator, so you cannot connect a Sena 20S. For pairing to a Sena communicator, I recommend the Sena Prism camera. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-prism-bluetooth-action-camera-motorsports-pack
what camera would you guys recommend for motovlogging? Not just out of the GoPro line but out of all the ones you offer on your site?
Ryan Schultz that did help thanks! I was looking at the 10c but I heard you can only pair with one other headset and I ride with 3 others most of the time so I was thinking of the Sena I think it's the 20s, paired with a GoPro. Does the new Sena Evo pair with more than one other person?
Witch mic were you using in the beginning?
Great video!
Great review, can you recharge the battery and record at the same time on the session 5 ? If the battery does need replacing can send the session 5 GoPro to replace? Thanks
Yes, you can charge and record at the same time, and yes, you should be able to send it to GoPro for a battery replacement. However, you'll have to confirm with GoPro at that point in time. -DrewZilla
Getting a session to go with my 2 trusty hero 4 silver. Look like fun!
is there a way to connect an external mike and an external power source at the same time?...
Hi Ryan, I had never buy a GoPro any, but I will be traveling to Hawaii as my very first time next year and of course will be totally diving 😊, and I would like to record this trip, which one would you recommend GoPro HERO5 or HERO5 Session? I love taking photos which I have my professional Nikon and I also record videos with my iPhone 6S, so this will be a good addition to dive in, but I am not into editing or professional video making, as this trip been my very first one the most important part will be when I am in the water. I also saw the wrist band for the hero which is said comparable with previews models but I would like to know if you are familiar with that accessory and it might fit the any of the Hero5 or HERO5 session and if you would recommend or maybe you might have another idea for accessories
Thanks for your time and hope to hear from you
Both are waterproof to 33ft (10m), so if just doing some shallow snorkeling, either would be fine without a housing. If going deeper, you'll need to get a dive housing for either, potentially a housing with a marine filter. The wrist band should be compatible with both as well. If you feel you need a screen in order to monitor your shots, then go for the full-size Hero5. If you want to be more compact, go with the Session. -DrewZilla
I watched this review a few time before I made my purchase. I did notice at the beginning of the vid, it didn't look like you had a mic attached. If not, the Session has an awesome mic!!! Is it safe to say that with either Hero 5 Black/Session attached to your helmet a mic may not be needed? Thanks! Awesome review!
It depends on what you're doing. If you are just filming on-board footage from your rides, the microphone should be adequate (and offers wind noise reduction). However, for motovlogging or more refined audio quality, GoPro does offer an external microphone adapter separately for the Hero5. We currently use a Sena 20S Bluetooth communicator paired via Bluetooth to a Sena GP10 Audio Back. The GP10 is physically attached to the back of the GoPro. -TeamZilla AJ
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-20s-bluetooth-headset
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-bluetooth-audio-back-for-gopro-with-waterproof-housing
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/gopro-hero4-silver-camera
The BT audio back isn't an option with the Hero 5. It seems I'm out of luck with that unless I missed something. Thank you for the info! You guys are the iissshh!
I just bought the hero session. It is on roll back at Wal-Mart. I do tree work and I have it mounted to the top of my climbing helmet. But what are thoughts on it. Thanks.
For tree work, it's perfectly fine. Here's our review of the previous-generation Hero4 Session. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/common-tread/gopro-hero4-session-does-a-small-package-still-deliver
so for motovloging how do you connect a mic without risking it getting water inside? I don't get it...i'll just stick with my 4 ;) awesome review btw!!!
Are the GoPro's just for vlogging? or is it also like dashcam ?
because im not a vlogger.. and i wont vlog. so is it worth to buy it or not?
Yes, you can use it as a dashcam, so it isn't just for vloggers. -DrewZilla
RevZilla hmm because batery lasts around 1,40h. if you make a trip of 4/5 hour. then you cant use it anymore.
You would need to plug in an external battery to use it for 4-5 hours, but then it wouldn't remain waterproof. Otherwise you'd need to swap batteries. -DrewZilla
I am still not pretty shure, I want to start doing motocycle videos soon, but wich camera should i use? The Hero 5 Session with the audio adapter is just in my budget, the hero 4 but already used (some of the are reconditioned from GoPro) is just in my budget too with the mic adapter or should i save my money so i can buy the Hero 5, with exchangeable batteries and the mic adapter? What would you say
I'd go with a used Hero4 Silver or Black, mic adapter, and some spare batteries. The Session is nice and small, but you can't swap batteries. The camera isn't what will make or break your videos...it's the content. If your content is good, you'll grow and be able to upgrade gear later. If you buy expensive camera gear now but your videos aren't good, then you've wasted money. -DrewZilla
Yep, that`s right, i talked with some friends about it and they said i should fisrt try a china GoPro for under 100€, but than i found the ThiEye T5e, do you know something about this one? I mean it has very good quality and a audio input... and its cheaper than a gorpo and better than a real china action cam.
Thanks for youre answer
Unfortunately, I am not familiar with the ThiEye. -DrewZilla
What did you use for the audio? Sena? Or session?
We used the Sena. -DrewZilla
Can you use an external/plug in mic with the hero5 session?
Awesome! Thanks man!
do you know if once the memory card is full does it start rewriting over the old or does the gopro shut off?
In normal mode, it will stop recording once full. If you configure the camera for loop mode, the camera will start rewriting once full. -DrewZilla
Question: How do i mount the session to my helmet? for a "chin" mount? I have the Scorpion EXO T1200.
I recommend GoPro's Low Profile Helmet Swivel Mount (for HERO Session Cameras). -DrewZilla
The Hero5 Session would be perfect for my (bi) cycling except for battery life. I need 2-3 hours, you showed the door over the USB coming off the GoPro Hero5 Black, does the door also come off the Hero5 Session. I can foresee a modified replacement door with attached USB C cable.
A replacement door arrives today from REI. It will get a hole for a USB-C cable end and maybe some sealant. Thanks.
(FYI - the item description said it fit the GoPro 5 and the GoPro 5 Session.)
my hero2 has the auto power on/off function...
Hey great review once again.... can i connect my hero 5 session with the sena 20S..... Also what will be the best settings to take a video while riding a bike....
No, you cannot connect the Hero5 Session to the 20S. For shooting video, record in 60p then export to either 60p or 30p to help reduce shakiness. If mounting on the bike, test areas of the bike for shakiness. -DrewZilla
Great review. What bike are you riding in this review. The one with the red Tank. I am looking for a new bike and that one looks great.
Ryan is riding his Suzuki SV650. -DrewZilla
which one you recommend to use on weekend's ducati rides and in my truck for my work.
Honestly both would be fine for those applications. It really depends whether you prefer the smaller size of the Hero5 Session or the longer battery life and convenient screen of the Hero5 Black. -DrewZilla
How come on the gopro web site they say that it is bluetoth. I'm confused? Thanks
It can connect to a smartphone via Bluetooth for use with the GoPro app for viewing footage or setting up the camera angle. It cannot connect to a Bluetooth communicator for voice recording. -DrewZilla
can you do a video on how to properly wash and/or wax your motorbike? I just got a bike and dunno what to really do
Does the session 5 come with the wind noise reduction like the hero5, that was pretty impressive! Great comparisons too.
Thanks for your detailed replay! Cheers.
Is there a setting or accessory that can make the gopro zoom in because I am planning on getting the hero 5 session but I have never heard of being able to zoom in with it. Sometimes I may be taking pictures, or recording with my camera that I have, which isn't that good of a camera, but it can zoom into things like animals, mountains, Structures, etc. but they don't look good because it is a cheap camera, but with the ability to zoom in with a gopro would be so helpful for a great picture. Please help.
Setting the _Field of View_ is basically like having a bit of a zoom feature, but otherwise, there isn't a built-in zoom feature. However, there are external lens attachments with different zoom factors. We don't sell any, so you'll have to look elsewhere online for those. -DrewZilla
Thanks
One of the best comparisons/ reviews I've seen! Well done.
So, most of this review feels like it is for those that seem to do the motovlog version of selfies. How about more pointing it down the road to capture the actual ride environment?
Ok. I'm new to GoPro. Gonna be used to film bowhunts
Which go pro would u recommend
Either would be fine for that. Decide whether you want the convenience of the built-in screen on the Hero5 or whether you want the smaller form factor of the Session. -DrewZilla
With One should I buy: Hero 5 black OR Hero 5 session ?
can someone answer plz
As we mention in this video as well as the companion article, it really depends which features you need or want. Unless you really need the small size of the Session, the Hero5 Black offers much more battery life as well as replaceable batteries. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/common-tread/video-gopro-hero5-black-and-hero5-session-review
Very nice review. I'm considering buying the session 5 for $70 to use riding & I'm going to buy it now. Will suit my needs until i feel i need an upgrade i think. The price is right too lol. Was only looking to spend $50.
Great review, thanks, thinking of upgrading from my Sena Prism to this camera soon!
Waiting until Drift Ghost 4K is released and I can see some comparisons with that.
Thanks, good review. I have been looking at a Hero5 Black.
Very good review buddy, it was actually a great review with the proof of what you spoke of. Thanks very much for a very well put together video.
What jacket are you wearing in the intro?
incrível !
Excellent review, I love these reviews from an action perspective (specifically motorcycling). So tired of all these reviewers who are looking at its picture quality and microphone quality and comparing it to some mirrorless/DSLR. Thanks! :)
Great review, thanks so much for the footage comparisons (and everything else). It _seems_ to me like they're still playing the market. Not giving highest quality, best frame-rate, best options and battery time - but, instead, saving it for a "new and improved" model which will come out next.
This kind of thing used to PLAGUE the laptop market for maybe a decade, or longer, in the (recent!) past - until Alienware (for example) and others started to appear. Then the other "basic" models had to stop hustling older hardware and step up, too. Lets hope this mobile (motorbike) camera circus won't take that long to get up to par (to what we really need, without paying $1000s for it. :))
Can you please post a link for the hero session chin mount for Shoei GT Air? Thanks.
Unfortunately, we no longer have those accessories. You may be able to get them directly from GoPro. -DrewZilla
doesnt the hero session 5 also have wind reduction?
It doesn't have the same wind reduction. There seem to be a lot of forum posts out there about reducing wind noise on the Session 5. -DrewZilla
Really good review from the presentation to the editing. I hope you'll be doing more in the future.
Very good review and nicely explained all features in comparison 👍🏻
What kind of chin mount are you using in this video?
Just a standard side mount that's been mounted on the chin. -DrewZilla
Great video, thanks for taking the time to make it!
I have the Session 5 and cant find out where the wind noise reduction is in the menu?
Wind reduction is only a feature of the Hero 5 Black. It is not available on the Hero 5 Session. -DrewZilla
I'm more impressed on how you managed to mount the Session to the front of your RF 1200 with the ridge on the chin. Any tips?
Awesome. Thanks man. Looking forward to more of your videos!
Take a look at our original Session review (th-cam.com/video/ZaREhVQp_n0/w-d-xo.htmlm23s) to see how Ryan mounted it originally. It isn't ideal, and I wouldn't recommend it long-term, but it worked for the review. We tend to use GoPro Side Mounts but mount them to the left of the chin vent where it's flatter. We then adjust the arm so that the camera is centered on the chin bar (even though the mount is offset). -DrewZilla
Sweet thanks! Just ghetto rigged mine to the front for now so we'll see how long that lasts. I don't motovlog but I'll eventually set up something more permanent to record my rides. Thanks for the help. As always you guys are awesome.
I used a product called sugru on my Shoei RF-1200. Amazing product.
Never heard of it. Looks promising though. Thank you vindictivesep
Thanks Ryan! very useful review.
GoPro hero 5 or 5 sesh? Ill use it for track
I'd go with the Hero5 Black. You'll appreciate the slightly faster frame rates for recording your track footage. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/gopro-hero5-black-camera
Ryan Schultz did great in this review.
Thumbs up for saying making a video is hard work!
Great review, thanks for the in-depth coverage.
does the hero 5 black able to be used with a wireless mic for moto bloging ?
Unfortunately not. You would have to use an external mic connected directly to the camera. -TeamZilla Chris
I have another question if I get the hero five coukd I use it with the sena cavalry ? I'm not sure if it has a port for a wired mic? Thanks for the info
The microphone and speakers on the Calvary are all internalized so there's no way to directly connect the helmet to the GoPro, I'm afraid. -TeamZilla Chris
Thank you for the info I was not sure if there was a mic in put by where you charge the unit. Thanks again for all the info.
Hi Ryan thanks a lot,,, and yes go pro is still a box
Kind Regards
how about a review on the 360fly camera especially in 1080p and 4k... I'm really wanting one
97blueninja , I was just about to comment on that, revzilla please review 360fly!!
Ryan, any updates on the Fly360? I've been using GoPro's forever on my track bike, but considering getting a YI 360 VR or Garmin Virb 360, or something along those lines. My friend has the Fly360 4k and I don't like the quality. Thanks for the nice review by the way...
97blueninja it's good but the picture is so bent out of shape you can determine heights or distances in the footage. It fits heaps in but it looks top bent out of shape
While rideing , recording the video at same time can we capture the photo by voice control 🇳🇵NP
Yes, you can say, "GoPro Take a Photo." -DrewZilla
5 stars, watched the whole video! Don't usually do that
Thanks for the feedback! Our video team uses GoPro products frequently in content, and Ryan (one of our staff cameramen) does a great job breaking down the new features. -TeamZilla AJ
RevZilla hh
RevZilla hi I just bought the hero 5 session just now
the gopro version that has more bugs than features? =p
Does a shin month Make you feel Little bit of mass In front of your helmet
Yes, you will feel a little bit of the mass with a chin mount. -DrewZilla
Great video! Just need to know how did you fix the hero 5 session on your NXR chin. I was trying to look at the helmet but the one you dropped on your desk its not the NXR that you riding :D Let me know then please.
Standards parts from a GoPro Grab Bag. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/gopro-grab-bag
Very nice comparison and feature demo. Thanks!
Whoa, I like this new set.
Great video man, thanks for your input!
Great review! Even though i don't own a motorcykel i find this video interesting and very helpful. Thanks ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Can the hero session 5 record audio From Senna 20s?
No, it cannot record audio from a Sena 20S. With a 20S, you can only use a Sena Prism Camera or a Sena Audio Back attached to a Hero3 or Hero4 GoPro. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-20s-bluetooth-headset
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-prism-bluetooth-action-camera-motorsports-pack
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-bluetooth-audio-back-for-gopro-with-waterproof-housing
great review did his home work fam
how did you mount the session to your helmet?
+Ryan Schultz How was the mic sound when mounted to helmet with wind reduction on?
thanks. I was hoping I didn't have to do anything permanent like the adhesive mount. but thanks for the quick reply
sweet thanks for the help
And the new audio adaptor has a big box on it now
Does the go pro hero 5 session have wind reduction
I want to by the go pro hero 5 session for four wheeling and snowmobiling would it be good for that
Yes, the Hero5 Session has wind reduction, and yes, it would be good for four-wheeling and snowmobiling. -DrewZilla