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I hate my GoPro

Posted on 12/22/15 at 10:12 am
Posted by meauxjeaux2
watson
Member since Oct 2007
60283 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 10:12 am
to damn cumbersome as far as software goes. Just not worth it at all to even bother. Sure, shooting the video is great but i never get around to making the videos.
Anyone else feel this way?
Posted by ChadJones4Heisman
Baton Rouge
Member since Jan 2008
2406 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 10:13 am to
I actually feel the same way. Bought the 3+ when it came out. Got all kinds of accessories. And I just never feel compelled to frick with it. Bring it with me on most hunts and fishing trips, but usually end up not turning it on. Battery life, fisheye, and the controls would be my three biggest complaints.
Posted by bluemoons
the marsh
Member since Oct 2012
5523 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 10:15 am to
quote:


to damn cumbersome as far as software goes. Just not worth it at all to even bother.


What? GoPro's software is TOO user friendly.
Posted by Clyde Tipton
Planet Earth
Member since Dec 2007
38774 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 10:32 am to
My iphone shoots better video.

The gopro and accessories are nice, and the software is easy. It seems my batteries never hold much of a charge.

I got 3 and I am lucky to get a 2 hours out of each, but it just seems like you are constantly messing with the batteries.
Posted by Nado Jenkins83
Land of the Free
Member since Nov 2012
59753 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 10:34 am to
I have the app and it sends it to my phone. Pretty easy. Also shows a preview before and while recording
Posted by Motorboat
At the camp
Member since Oct 2007
22706 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 10:44 am to
quote:

Anyone else feel this way?


Yep. I gave my 2 gopros away. they are a pain in the arse with all the fittings to keep up with. Then when it comes to editing, don't even get me started.
This post was edited on 12/22/15 at 10:45 am
Posted by Chuker
St George, Louisiana
Member since Nov 2015
7544 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 10:48 am to
98% of the gopro type videos people post on the internet aren't worth the time to watch them. Never owned one and don't have any plans to.

Dashcam footage is wayyy more interesting anyway.
Posted by CajunAlum Tiger Fan
The Great State of Louisiana
Member since Jan 2008
7880 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 10:57 am to
Yep, it's a lot of work for casual users, especially considering that it's just today's version of home movies that nobody wants to see anyway.

Quality videos from non-commercial users that are worth watching are rare (like the bonfire video below!)
This post was edited on 12/22/15 at 10:59 am
Posted by VanRIch
Wherever
Member since Sep 2007
10456 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 11:02 am to
I kinda feel the same way. I feel so much pressure to use it to justify having it, when sometimes I just don't feel like bothering with it.

I actually love to edit footage. I just hate getting it.
This post was edited on 12/22/15 at 11:06 am
Posted by Teague
The Shoals, AL
Member since Aug 2007
21699 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 12:08 pm to
I have the Hero 2. I used to wear it on my head every time I went out with the hawk. But, I've gotten to where I usually don't bother. It's rare that the action is close enough to even be visible on a gopro. And, as an amateur photographer, I'm sort of a stickler for doing things right. I feel like I'm using the wrong tool for the job. I guess it's better than trying to run around in the woods with a $20,000 camera on my shoulder, but the video I get with mine is just lackluster most of the time. It's probably due mostly to the fact that it's just strapped on my head while I'm actively moving around and turning my head, not focused on videoing the action.
Posted by Palo Gaucho
Benton
Member since Jul 2013
3336 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 1:15 pm to
Editing is a giant pain in the arse. Makes me not even want to fool with it, plus the battery only lasts an hour and a half and I hate taking the time to switch it out while I'm hunting or fishing.
Posted by BoostAddict
Member since Jun 2007
2989 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 1:23 pm to
My 8 year old can make GoPro videos and put them on youtube.
Posted by cbr900racer22
City of Central, LA.
Member since Sep 2009
1323 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 4:14 pm to
This solves all you battery issues:
LINK

Plug it in to your cigarette lighter plug in the boat or you can use a battery pack like this:
LINK

As far as editing, it does suck and the GOPRO Studio was crashing my computer. I realized I was doing to much at a time (converting files). Now I do 3 at a time and then clear with great success. I'm definitely not a pro but I learn a little something each time.

Edit:
They also make this for a boat that i am waiting to come out or I may attempt to make my own. Seems pretty easy to do.
Aqua Stick Power Pro:
LINK
This post was edited on 12/22/15 at 4:30 pm
Posted by rilesrick
Member since Mar 2015
6704 posts
Posted on 12/22/15 at 4:56 pm to
I say the same thing every time someone comes on hear and asks. shite got old quick. PITA for the most part. I found myself worried more about getting to shot than taking the shot........
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