Best GoPro Hero 3 settings

[tkranz]

I'm planning to make a simple mount between the skids on my 500 for my Hero 3. I know about the jello problems with simple mounts on heli's. Which Hero 3 camera settings will yield the best results in this situation? Higher res like 2.7k? Or lower res?

[Goldenhour]

2.7k uses up a lot of memory. 720 at 60 fps looks good.

[Big Fil]

1080P @ 60fps is your best balance between resolution and jello reduction. Also try 720P @ 120fps if that resolution suites your needs. The higher frame rates do better at reducing jello due to the shutter speed being higher. That said, best way to reduce jello is to get rid of the source vibration.

[Goldenhour]

Originally Posted by Big Fil

1080P @ 60fps is your best balance between resolution and jello reduction. Also try 720P @ 120fps if that resolution suites your needs. The higher frame rates do better at reducing jello due to the shutter speed being higher. That said, best way to reduce jello is to get rid of the source vibration.

With that fps don't you get into huge file sizes?

[Big Fil]

Yes, file sizes are bigger and something to consider. Everything is a compromise and you have to look at what you'll be satisfied with on the output side of things. The OP didn't mention what Hero3 he had. If it's the silver or white than those higher res/fps are a moot point anyway and 720p @ 60fps would probably be the best bet.

[Goldenhour]

I just bought a Gopro3 black and my 720p only goes to 60 fps.

[Big Fil]

Hmmm not sure what's going on with your Black? Mine does all the modes.

Here's a great breakdown of alot of the available modes.
http://abekislevitz.com/understanding-your-new-gopro/