The History and Evolution of GoPro Cameras

The initial goal was to create a small, durable, and high-quality camera for extreme sports enthusiasts.

Nov 9, 2025 - 18:50
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The History and Evolution of GoPro Cameras

GoPro: History and Evolution
GoPro is a company founded in the USA in 2002 by Nick Woodman.
The initial goal was to create a small, durable, and high-quality camera for extreme sports enthusiasts.

Main Models and Milestones:
Year    Model / Series
2004    GoPro HERO 35mm
2006    Digital HERO
2010    HD HERO
2011    HD HERO2
2012    HERO3 (White / Silver / Black)
2013    HERO3+
2014    HERO4
2015    HERO+ / Session
2016    HERO5 Black / Session
2017    HERO6 Black
2018    HERO7 (White / Silver / Black)
2019    HERO8 Black
2020    HERO9 Black
2021    HERO10 Black
2022    HERO11 Black / Mini
2023    HERO12 Black
2024    HERO13 Black

Special Series:
GoPro Session (2015–2017): Very compact, one-button, waterproof camera.
GoPro Fusion (2017): The first 360° camera, 5.2K video.
GoPro MAX (2019): Advanced 360° camera, combined with HERO mode.

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