5 ESSENTIAL ADD-ONS
Draft in this smart haul of accessories to ensure you get the best audio quality, lighting, protection and hands-free ‘shootability’ for your camera
1 LUME CUBE MINI
Shed some light on dark or underwater shoots with Lume’s Bluetooth portable LED action light, to be paired with the Lume Cube GoPro Mounting Kit (compatible with a range of action cams). The light is waterproof to 100 feet, sports 10 adjustable light levels, and can be controlled manually or via the app (available on iOS and Android).
$69, amazon.com.au
2 RØDE VIDEOMICRO
Audio quality on the GoPro Hero7 Black is good anyway, but for the best audio indoors and out, draft in the VideoMicro compact camera microphone. It’s compatible with a range of cams and sports an aluminium body and shock mount that are as tough as your action shooter. $69, amazon.com.au
3 GOPRO DUAL BATTERY CHARGER + BATTERY
Planning a longer day of shooting? Don’t get caught short on the power front. This kit includes a 1,220mAh lithium-ion rechargeable battery, plus the dual-battery charger itself, so you can charge two batteries at once. Dual LED lights display the charging status of each battery. $79, gopro.com
4 GOPRO SPORTS KIT
Whether you’re mountain biking, skiing or stand-up paddleboarding, invest in this official Sports Kit to capture the action hands-free. The Chesty mount is here, as well as a handlebar/seatpost/pole mount. $64, gopro.com
5 GOPRO SLEEVE AND LANYARD
Seen one Hero7 Black, seen ’em all. Make yours stand out with a funky silicone sleeve, designed to slip over your camera to deliver a pop of colour and an extra layer of scratch resistance. An attached lanyard makes the perfect carry point.
$29, shop.gopro.com