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Aside from being thinner than its predecessors, however, the Hero3 is no longer clad in all silver.
ENGADGET: GoPro Hero3 Black Edition review: taking action cam quality to the next level
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GoPro just revealed its new flagship action camcorder, the Hero3, and we managed to get our mitts on one this evening.
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So, no matter how you like to get your video gnar -- via super-hi-res or super-slow-mo footage -- the Hero3 Black Edition can give it to you.
ENGADGET: GoPro Hero3 Black Edition review: taking action cam quality to the next level
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We didn't get to use the Hero3 for its stated purpose just yet, but we'll be filming with the thing tomorrow, so stay tuned for all the POV footage.
ENGADGET: GoPro Hero3 action camera hands-on Hands-on
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First things first, the Hero3 is tiny, particularly when considering that it shoots 4K video (albeit at a paltry 12fps), a resolution usually reserved for much larger, cinematic cameras.
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The beeps emanating from there tell you when the Hero3 is powered up and inform you when you've started eating up space on your memory card with photos or video recordings.
ENGADGET: GoPro Hero3 Black Edition review: taking action cam quality to the next level
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The Hero3 measures 58 x 40 x 21mm (2.28 x 1.57 x 0.82 inches) , while the Hero2 checks in at 60 x 42 x 30mm (2.36 x 1.65 x 1.18 inches).
ENGADGET: GoPro Hero3 Black Edition review: taking action cam quality to the next level
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The WiFi remote that comes with the Hero3 Black Edition is similarly solid in its construction, though we wish it had the same textured skin as the camera instead of its smooth exterior.
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Overall, the Hero3's build quality is exemplary.
ENGADGET: GoPro Hero3 Black Edition review: taking action cam quality to the next level
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Not only does this make the camera easier to hold, but it also provides a nice visual contrast -- not to mention it's a finish that'll hold up better to the rough and tumble lifestyle most Hero3's will lead.
ENGADGET: GoPro Hero3 Black Edition review: taking action cam quality to the next level