GoPro cameras have long been the action camera brand to beat. They offer a range of creative shooting options, class-leading image stabilization and smooth, sharp footage, all in compact packages that are tough enough to go almost anywhere. Trouble is, you usually have to pay quite a lot for that combo.
If you’re willing to look at an older model though, it’s possible to find a cheap GoPro that still ticks a lot of the right boxes. Take the GoPro Hero 7 Silver. Released in 2018, the Hero 7 Silver has always been a mid-range model, sitting between the White and Black options in the line-up. All the same, it’s still a capable option for those with a spending cap: it’s waterproof to 10m without a housing, features a touchscreen and can capture decent 4K footage at 30fps. The good news for buyers on a budget is that, because of its relative age, the GoPro Hero 7 Silver now represents excellent value. You’ll find it widely available online for prices in the region of $235 / £200 / AU$300.
Even today, the more capable GoPro Hero 7 Black remains more expensive. That’s because it features HyperSmooth image stabilization, can shoot 4K at a smoother 60fps and has a useful removable battery. But there’s good news for deal hunters: with Black Friday fast approaching, there’s every chance you’ll find an excellent discount on the GoPro Hero 7 Black in November. It’s been pushed even further down the pecking order with the recent release of the GoPro Hero 10 Black, which means it’s a shoo in for savings.
Sure, it won’t drop down to anything like the prices of some cameras in this list, but you could well see significant amounts shaved off its current price, making it a great value option.