GoPro HD Hero2 / Hero2 (2011)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 2408 reviews of GoPro HD Hero2 / Hero2 (2011). The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. People are impressed by the durability and portability. The image quality and price are also appreciated, whereas some have doubts about the zoom and viewfinder. There are some mixed comments about the color and battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the GoPro HD Hero2 / Hero2 (2011) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for GoPro HD Hero2 / Hero2 (2011)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 191 user reviews of GoPro HD Hero2 / Hero2 (2011) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. Comments about the image quality and design are generally positive. The durability and usability also get good feedback. Some have doubts about the size and battery.

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81% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for GoPro HD Hero2 / Hero2 (2011)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 988 user reviews of GoPro HD Hero2 / Hero2 (2011) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the durability and portability. The image quality and price are also appreciated, but many are critical about the zoom and viewfinder.

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82% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Expert review by : Matt Tuffin (trustedreviews.com)

GoPro HD Hero 2

The HD Hero 2 is built for extreme sports; either taking HD video (at various frame rates) or high-res images via time-lapse while mounted on a helmet, bicycle or other mode of transport.

Simple to use, easy to fit to helmets, decent end quality

Casing susceptible to moisture, extreme fisheye of lens, basic camera

Feb, 2019

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Expert review by : Anthony Grimley (techradar.com)

GoPro HD Hero2: Outdoor Edition review

A high-quality tough camera that likes a challenge

Light and compact ; Great still images ; Versatile video modes

LCD screen is an optional extra ; Some accessories poorly built ; Case liable to fogging

If you're the adventurous type then you should seriously consider taking along a GoPro HD Hero2: Outdoor Edition as your trusty camera companion. And he won't tell tall tales, just record them for all to see in glorious HD.

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by : Ian Morris (pocket-lint.com)

GoPro HD Hero2

It's not an over-exaggeration to say that the GoPro has changed the world of both amateur and professional video making. GoPros are used from cyclists and bikers in London to record the crazy near-accidents drivers cause around them. Skiers love them...

Well designed, superb picture quality, simple to use and reliable

Menus and buttons are fiddly, monitor is optional extra, battery life can be average at best

The HD Hero2 is unchanged in the important ways from the original camera. It's still got the best picture quality of any camera of its type, and it's one of the most usable sports and fitness cameras out there too.

Jan, 2012

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Expert review by : StuffTV (stuff.tv)

GoPro HD Hero 2 Outdoor Edition review

This supreme headcam is tough enough to capture your daring ascent and the footage won't look too shabby back at basecamp

Oct, 2012

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Expert review by : Jim Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)

GoPro HD Hero 2 review

The GoPro is the action camera that other wearable cameras are compared to, and the latest HD Hero 2 is a welcome upgrade from the original Hero. The Hero 2 can shoot video in 1080p with a wide 170-degree view, capture 11Mp still images, shoot a burst...

Waterproof and almost indestructable, the GoPro HD Hero 2 is a great action camera for anyone that wants to record their sporting endeavours. Image quality is the best we've seen from a wearable camcorder, although audio quality could still be better....

Jun, 2012

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GoPro HD Hero 2 Motorsports Edition

The GoPro HD Hero 2 Motorsports Edition is the latest edition of the extreme sports fans favourite video and stills mini-digital camera. Supplied in the box with the Motorsports Edition comes a waterproof housing, which is ideal for depths up to 60...

The GoPro HD Hero 2 Motorsports Edition takes what we already knew about this extreme mini-camera and ramps it up, giving the motor enthusiast everything they need to get out there and record what they’re doing for posterity. The whole kit is well...

Jan, 2012

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Expert review by : Cliff Joseph (reghardware.co.uk)

GoPro HD Hero 2

Geek Treat of the Week Surfer dude and Reg Hardware reviewer Giles Hill waxed lyrical about the HD Hero [1] when he tried it out last year, and the developers at GoPro have just launched a new version of their rugged, outdoorsy and underwatery action-cam.

It’s pricey, but the Hero 2 can go places where your cameraphone would never survive.

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by : de.engadget.com (engadget.com)

Review: GoPro HD Hero 2 (Videos)

Die Helmkamera Hero von GoPro ist nun - wie wir bereits berichteten - auch in einer verbesserten Version erhältlich. Unsere US-Kollegen haben die neue Hero 2 getestet und mit dem Vorläufermodell verglichen. Ihr Fazit fällt positiv aus: Die Kamera...

Dec, 2011

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GoPro HD Hero 2 review

GoPro has been in the HD action sports and helmet cam game for some time now, with its Hero line proving a popular sight atop many a daredevil's lid. Now, you...

Dec, 2011

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