No offense to smartphone cameras, but a GoPro camera is still the best way to capture photos and videos during your travels. It is convenient, durable, can be easily mounted on almost anything, and most importantly, it delivers high-quality footage. However, using a GoPro isn’t as simple as just turning it on and letting it record. If you really want to make the most of it and have the best travel photos and videos, here is what you need to do.
Buy a Mount or Strap
It may seem like an unnecessary cost at first, but a GoPro mount will make your life a lot easier. Instead of holding it all of the time, you can attach it to your bike, backpack, or helmet and let it do its job. There are also wrist and head straps that you can use on the go.
Use the App
We know we bashed smartphones a bit earlier, but they are a great partner to GoPro. Installing the official GoPro app on your mobile device will allow you to take advantage of various additional cool options. Of course, the most important one is the “remote” option that allows you to control your GoPro through the app. Also, you will be able to check out footage your camera captured at all times.
Learn How to Take Advantage of Different Settings and Modes
Sure, you can use the same settings and photo/video modes for everything. But if you really want to make the best out of your GoPro, you should take time to get familiar with different settings and modes. What works for landscapes might not work for selfies and vice versa.
Bring Extra Batteries
This might be the most important thing of them all. How will you use GoPro to its fullest potential if you can’t use it at all? The battery drains pretty quickly, especially if you are recording all day, so having extra will save you the headache of missing out on great shots.