The resulting package is more compact and easier to access.
Now while those physical stats remain identical to the Hero 3, the Hero 3+ ships with a smaller housing, with a streamlined lens covering without bolts, and devoid of the slide lock mechanisms. First off, it's 20% smaller and lighter than the first GoPro Hero and Hero2, measuring 2.30 x 1.55 x 0.08 inches (5.8 x 3.9 x 2 cm) and weighing 2.6 oz. Although the Hero 3+ may seem like an incremental upgrade, there are a number of subtle changes that make this action cam stand out. The GoPro Hero 3+ Black Edition shares many similarities with its predecessor, the Hero 3.
Having owned the first HD Hero and Hero2, I wanted to know if the Black Edition was worth the extra cash, so I spent some quality time testing the camera in a variety of environments. While the GoPro Hero 3+ Silver Edition ($299.99) and Hero 3 White Edition ($199.99) have both been upgraded, it's the Hero 3+ Black Edition that really showcases all the brand has to offer. The GoPro Hero 3+ Black Edition ($399.99) is the newest flagship model, replacing the GoPro Hero 3 by adding some key upgrades. $399 / 300 | GoPro's latest fleet of little action bricks are fortified with several advanced features that cannot be found elsewhere in the market.
