The GoPro Hero12 Is $50 Off Right Now

Even if the most recent Hero13 Black came out, the Hero12 Black still nails the fundamentals that have made GoPro the go-to name for action cameras. And right now, it’s available at a deep discount: $299.95 at Walmart, down from $349.99 and cheaper than Current $369 listing from Amazon.

It’s waterproof, tough enough to survive crashes and splashes, and compact enough to mount just about anywhere. PCMag gave it an “Outstanding” rating upon its launch, praising its stability, image quality and ease of use, while Lifehacker’s Stephen Johnson called it one of his favorite products..

From a performance perspective, the Hero12 Black can shoot up to 5.3K at 60 frames per second, delivering 91% higher resolution than 4K, and the stabilization makes handheld shots look like they’re coming from a gimbal. Plus, you have front and rear screens, making framing easy, whether you’re filming yourself or capturing what’s in front of you. THE Hero12 also shoots photos in an 8:7 aspect ratio, making it easier to crop videos for widescreen and vertical social content. This versatility is a big deal for creators who want to reuse the same clip for YouTube and Instagram without having to do it again. Images are stored via a microSDXC cardand you get Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and USB-C connectivity for fast transfers.

One of the biggest changes this generation is what GoPro removed. There’s no built-in GPS, which means you won’t get automatic speed or route overlays, but you also won’t burn through the battery as quickly. That said, the battery still won’t last a full day if you’re recording continuously, so it’s worth having a spare on hand. On the bright side, it’s waterproof up to 10 meters without a case, making it ideal for beach trips, pool shots, or even rainy hikes.