The new GoPro Hero 13 Black lets you swap out lenses for the perfect shot

I’ve been using GoPro action cameras for about as long as I can remember. They’ve been diving with me, up mountains, and strapped to the outside of cars. GoPro’s latest is the Hero 13 Black. It lets you swap out lenses for the perfect shot, record for longer, and has a bigger battery. It sits alongside a new budget Hero model, too.

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The Hero 13 Black comes with a swanky new magnetic latch mounting system. It’s ideal for when you need to slap your camera onto something in record time without fiddling about. And if you’ve ever wanted to know exactly how fast you were going when you wiped out on your mountain bike, the Hero 13 Black’s GPS and performance stickers will let you track every heart-stopping second. Plus, it’s got a beefier battery, so you can film your adventures longer—because the only thing worse than your GoPro dying is your mates not believing you actually did that jump.

But the real showstopper here is the four swappable HB-Series lenses. The Hero 13 Black detects exactly which lens you’ve popped on and adjusts its settings like a pro. Want an ultra-wide POV? There’s a lens for that. Fancy yourself the next Wes Anderson? The anamorphic lens mod will have your footage looking straight out of a cinematic masterpiece. And for those who like to get up close and personal, the macro lens mod lets you focus on subjects that are practically breathing down your neck.

For those who don’t need all the bells and whistles – say hello to the new Hero model. GoPro has taken everything you love about its cameras and shrunk it down into the smallest, lightest, and cheapest Hero yet. Weighing in at just 86 grams (fun fact: that’s the same as a share bag of Cadbury’s Buttons), it’s practically pocket-sized, yet still manages to deliver ultra-high 4K resolution. It’s waterproof, rugged, and dead simple to use, making it the perfect gift for anyone who just wants to hit record and get on with it.

Both cameras are up for grabs right now. The Hero 13 Black can be yours for $399, and the Hero comes in at a more wallet-friendly $199. If you’re itching to get your hands on them, pre-orders are live directly with GoPro. The Hero 13 Black starts shipping out on 10 September and the Hero will follow on 22 September.

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Connor Jewiss

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Connor is a writer for Stuff, working across the magazine and the Stuff.tv website. He has been writing for around seven years now, with writing across the web and in print too. Connor has experience on most major platforms, though does hold a place in his heart for macOS, iOS/iPadOS, electric vehicles, and smartphone tech. Just like everyone else around here, he’s a fan of gadgets of all sorts! Aside from writing, Connor is involved in the startup scene. This exciting involvement puts him at the front of new and exciting tech, always on the lookout for innovating products.

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