Like clockwork, GoPro has once again released their latest gen camera, this time the Hero 8 Black. While you'll undoubtedly hear about the headliner features like the improved stabilization via GoPro's new HyperSmooth Boost, the real goodness on this camera is actually some of the less attention...

The Hero 8 Black is the successor to GoPro's excellent flagship action camera from 2018, the Hero 7 Black . The latter was a much-needed hit for GoPro thanks to one big new feature: HyperSmooth image stabilisation.

Built-in mounting fingers; Minor improvements to video and audio quality; UI now more customisable; HyperSmooth stabilisation works in all resolutions and frame rates

Expensive compared to Hero 7 Black and DJI Osmo Action; Lens cover no longer removable; Mods accessories not yet available

The Hero 8 Black comes across as an incremental update on the predecessor, but there's plenty of new features to keep the adventure seekers happy. Advanced stabilization, a new microphone and a more streamlined app makes the Hero 8 Black easy to use in fast-paced environments, while the new...

Best-in-class digital stabilization; Time-saving Capture Presets; Unique time-lapse modes; New built-in mount; Improved microphone; New Media Mods

Sub-smartphone picture quality; Poor low-light performance

Super-stabilized video footage make the all-new GoPro Hero8 Black an action camera that is hard to beat...

Superb image stabilization; Built-in mount that folds away neatly; Great video quality; Plenty of modes

Rear screen could be bigger; There are cheaper action cams; Lowlight performance could be better

GoPro's latest action camera builds on the performance of the Hero 7 Black, offering more powerful processing, even more stable footage, built-in mounting arms, and a range of professional mods too.

Footage is impressively stable; Great quality 4K video; Built-in mounting arms are really useful; Single access for battery/mSD card

Battery life is still limited; Slightly bigger than previous model; Power/Mode button isn't as easy to press

The GoPro Hero 8 Black doesn't represent a massive jump forward in image quality over the Hero 7 Black, then, but GoPro hasn't rested on its laurels. The new built-in mounting prongs are a big improvement over the clunky clip-on frame of previous generations and it's good to see GoPro giving its...

Fold-out prongs mean you don't need a cage to mount it; Better video stabilisation; New timelapse features are great

Won't fit older GoPro cases; A little pricey

No single upgrade in GoPro's new flagship camera will surprise you. There is no "new killer feature" that sets it apart from either the competition or last year's Hero7 Black. It doesn't even have a built-in selfie screen (although you can buy one as a new add-on "mod.

Perfect for mountain biking. Easy to use . Very smooth footage . Sharp image quality

The unshakable Hero8 Black proves GoPro is still the king of action cams

Integrated mount; Ridiculously good stabilization; Automatic horizon leveling; Side access to battery and card; New "mod" support

Small; 4:3 LCD screen

This is a great piece of kit. If you need to film in any weather or even under water you will not find a better or more versatile camera unless you want to spend a fortune... Great delivery and service from John Lewis as per usual.