Waterproof Floating Hand Grip Compatible with GoPro Hero 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 3+ 2 1 Session Black Silver Camera Handler & Handle Mount Accessories Kit for Water Sport and Action Cameras (Orange)

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The G6’s companion app, Feiyu ON, allows you to link up your smartphone and gimbal over bluetooth and control the gimbal remotely. This means you could remotely pan and tilt the gimbal or even setup motion time lapses while your gimbal and GoPro is in another room. What I Liked FLOATS IN WATER: When you drop this floating hand grip/pole into the water, it will float. Its bright color will make it easy to spot. Alternatively you can add water to the hand grip compartment, so the bobber can achieve neutral buoyancy underwater. All the accessories within this guide are either produced by GoPro themselves or by third parties that we know offer great solutions at a good price point to help boost your filmmaking. From chest mounts, and spare batteries, to lens mods - there is something for everyone on any budget.

Unlike the WG2 which was rated IP67 waterproof, the WG2X is merely splashproof and is therefore less water-resistant. It is fine for use in light rain, but attempting to use the gimbal in watersports will most likely result in motor damage. The Removu S1 comes in a very classy design. It feels well built, if a little bulky being the heaviest gimbal in the whole list. Small bonuses like its removable battery and removable remote control are the icing on the cake. The textured EVA non-slip grip provides a secure grip and works just as well underwater as on dry land. At the base of the handle is a brightly colored butt, which will float on the surface making it easy to spot amongst the waves. GoPros and other action cameras are mostly waterproof these days, but most GoPro gimbals are not fully waterproof or waterproof at all. Gimbals feature rotating pivots powered by brushless DC motors, and it is difficult to fully protect these moving parts from water damage if submerged.

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The Feiyu WG2X supports the GoPro HERO8, HERO7 (all models), HERO6, HERO5, HERO4 as well as the HERO Session via the included Session mount adaptor. With a GoPro HERO10/HERO9 adapter kit it can stabilize these newer GoPros, but it will not be able to establish a remote connection to them. Costing significantly more than third-party offerings, the GoPro Karma Grip doesn’t offer the best value for money. GoPro gimbals from the likes of Feiyu and Zhiyun have been closing the stabilization performance gap and typically cost half as much as the Karma Grip. Outside of typical mounts and attachments, there are several other accessories that can really boost your GoPro’s flexibility. Spare batteries are always a welcome addition, enabling you to shoot for longer while on the go. A decent case for organising attachments, memory cards and cables is always worth considering. Additionally, lights, waterproof housings and GoPro’s official accessory mods can all come in handy. GoPro subscription discounts The multi-purpose hollow compartment can be used for storage or flooded with water for filming during deeper dives

For that reason, I would argue a gimbal is no longer an essential accessory if you’re using a recent model like the GoPro 10, 11, or 12. You can always get the GoPro Volta official accessory if you just want a better handheld shooting experience (among other perks, like battery life and using it as a tripod). The GoPro Volta is recommended as a handheld shooting grip if you are satisfied with HyperSmooth stabilization results Another one of the best GoPro accessories is a good light, especially if you plan to film a lot at night, or in darkened conditions. GoPro has a Light Mod for the Hero8, Hero9, and Hero10, but Lume Cube's third-party light is great for all other models.The Smooth 4 isn’t really designed for the kind of activity typically associated with GoPros, since smartphone gimbals are generally not weather proof and have slightly slower follow speeds. But for those who spend a lot of time filming with their phone and only occasionally take out their GoPro, the Smooth 4 is worth a look. Pan-following: The gimbal will react to keep the horizon level, but follow movements in the pan axis (sideways). The Karma Grip gets its name from GoPro’s Karma drone. Although the Karma drone wasn’t a commercial success, they were able to salvage the drone’s gimbal and pair it to a hand grip—and thus the Karma Grip was born. Most wearable gimbals are very similar, so the only point of differentiation is stabilization performance. The WG2X shines in this area, beating out the likes of the equally popular EVO SS and Hohem XG1. Thanks to its software update, the stabilization is also a noticeable upgrade to its predecessor, the WG2.

Versatility is the Removu S1’s main strength. There is simply no other gimbal that can be used as a handheld gimbal or wearable gimbal. The GoPro Karma Grip might be an exception, but it’s difficult to call that a true 2-in-1 gimbal, since the battery is housed in the grip.

And finally, it’s worth noting that the HyperSmooth image stabilization technology in GoPro cameras is less effective in low light conditions. In low lighting, a gimbal performs noticeably better, while giving you the benefits of disabling HyperSmooth like reduced battery consumption and no sensor crop. From head mounts to protective housings, grips to gimbals, there’s a whole world of GoPro accessories specifically designed to help you get the shot you want. Some of these come directly from GoPro – the official head and chest mounts are popular, for example. But there are plenty of third-party manufacturers producing competitively priced, high-quality accessories too.