Exciting Update for GoPro Hero: 4:3 Video Capability Added!
GoPro has introduced a significant software update for its affordable Hero camera, enabling users to record video in the 4:3 aspect ratio at 4K resolution. This feature is particularly beneficial for videos shared across social media platforms like TikTok, where taller footage stands out. Users can access this update at no cost through the GoPro Quik app available on both iOS and Android devices.
The Versatility of the 4:3 Aspect Ratio
While primarily aimed at enhancing social media content creation, shooting in a 4:3 format offers various practical applications. For example, this aspect ratio is excellent for recording immersive first-person perspective shots. Additionally, if you prefer a classic cinematic feel or intend to share your recordings on conventional platforms, GoPro allows users to easily crop these 4:3 videos into a standard widescreen format (16:9).
A Dynamic Conversion Tool
This recent update also includes an innovative tool designed to enhance transformations from the 4:3 format to widescreen. Leveraging the SuperView Digital Lens option within the app adds an engaging widening effect during conversion, making your footage appear more dynamic and energetic. Though previously exclusive to GoPro’s higher-end models, this lens feature is now accessible across their entry-level range.
For those interested in affordability without compromising performance, you’ll be pleased to know that the compact Hero camera currently retails for just $180. Weighing merely 86 grams, it proudly holds the title of “the smallest and lightest GoPro with the widest angle capability ever.”
