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Comparisons: GoPro HERO7 Silver vs GoPro HERO6 Black
A comparison of the 2018 GoPro HERO7 Silver with the 2017 GoPro HERO6 Black in terms of shooting performance, body specifications, and more.
Key Factors
- Shooting Performance and Features
HERO6 Black is superior in both performance and features.
- Body Features
The main difference is the presence or absence of a front display.
- Size and Weight
The sizes are similar, but the HERO7 Silver is lighter.
Shooting Performance: The Older HERO6 Black Is Superior
While the HERO7 Silver and HERO6 Black may look similar, the HERO6 Black offers better shooting performance. Although both models support similar resolutions, the HERO6 Black can shoot at higher frame rates across all resolutions.
In terms of shooting features, neither model includes GoPro’s advanced "HyperSmooth" stabilization, relying instead on standard stabilization. However, the HERO6 Black has an advantage with its support for loop recording.
Body Features
The main difference in body features is the presence of a front display on the HERO6 Black, which the HERO7 Silver lacks. Both models support the same microSD card capacities.
Size and Weight: HERO7 Silver Is Lighter
While the HERO7 Silver and HERO6 Black have nearly identical dimensions, the HERO7 Silver is 24g lighter. However, if weight is a key factor, the latest HERO (2024) weighs under 90g and supports 4K, making it a strong alternative for those prioritizing a lightweight action camera.
Compare by shooting performance
| Features |  GoPro HERO7 Silver |  GoPro HERO6 Black |
|---|---|---|
| 5.6K | - | - |
| 5.3K | - | - |
| 5.2K | - | - |
| 5K | - | - |
| 4K | 30 fps | 60 fps |
| 3K | - | - |
| 2.7K | - | 60 fps |
| 1080p | 60 fps | 240 fps |
| Still Image Resolution | 10.00 MP | 12.00 MP |
Compare by specifications
| Feature | GoPro HERO7 Silver | GoPro HERO6 Black |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | 2018/09/27 | 2017/09/29 |
| Chipset | GP1 | GP1 |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3” | 1/2.3” |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Stabilization | Standard | Standard |
| 10 Bit Color | x | x |
| Loop Recording | x | ✔ |
| Live Streaming | x | x |
| Waterproof | 10 m | 10 m |
| Max Storage Size | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Body Size | 62.3 * 44.9 * 28.3 mm | 62.3 * 44.9 * 33 mm |
| Weight | 94 g | 118 g |
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