Contributing

How do you take a timelapse video on a GoPro Hero 4?

How do you take a timelapse video on a GoPro Hero 4?

A. Configure your camera’s Time Lapse Video options:

  1. With the camera on, in VIDEO mode, press the SETTINGS/TAG button on the side of the camera.
  2. Press the top SHUTTER button once, to cycle from VIDEO to T LAPSE VID.
  3. Press the front MODE button once to highlight the INTERVAL SETTING.

Can you turn time lapse into video GoPro?

There are two different ways to create timelapse videos with a GoPro: shoot a sequence of jpg still photos to be compiled on your computer, or have the camera do the compiling in-camera to create an mp4 video from the get-go.

How long does time lapse have to last GoPro?

Go to the Settings menu on the GoPro App and click Time Lapse to find the desired interval. The default setting is 0.5 second, but you can capture a frame every 1, 2, 5, 10, 30, or 60 seconds.

Why wont my GoPro take videos?

The recording issue can be related to either a problem with the SD card being used or the camera itself. Try using a different SD card (if available). If it records fine, then the issue is likely stemming from the SD card. You can get the full list of microSD cards that are known to work well with GoPro cameras here.

How do I change a video from time lapse to normal?

With your project open, tap the video clip in the timeline to reveal the inspector at the bottom of the screen. Tap the Speed button. In the inspector, drag the slider to the left to decrease the speed.

Why is my GoPro only taking short videos?

If you’re using smaller or lower quality settings, you’ll get more footage before you hit that 4GB threshold. That’s why GoPro breaks its videos up. Once you get to 4GB, it’ll tie off that segment and start a new one. Once that new one gets to 4GB, it’ll start another.

Why does my GoPro stop recording after a few minutes?

An issue recording to the SD card is common. If there is an error encoding though, it usually shows up pretty quickly – usually within a minute or two. Getting too hot could also be a reason. If the GoPro gets above 125F, it will turn off to cool down.

Can you Untime lapse a video?

Unfortunately no. If you have iMovie on your iPad, create a project and import the time lapse video. After you add the video to the project, tap on it in the timeline. In the lower left corner, second from the left, there should be a speedometer icon which controls the playback speed.

How does time lapse work on a GoPro?

Once recording is stopped the camera will automatically compile the frames into a cohesive video clip that you can playback in the GoPro App, on your camera’s touchscreen or LCD BacPac, and on your TV or computer. Capturing your Time Lapse Video footage: Press the top SHUTTER button to begin recording.

Is the HERO4 Silver a time lapse camera?

When viewing the HERO4 Silver or the HERO4 Black (with the LCD Touch BacPac), you may notice that the video preview populated while recording is choppy. This is expected; the camera is working to capture time lapse footage, and as such, will populate the previewed image in increments.

What to do if your GoPro camera is not working?

Make sure you are using a charged battery when you attempt to reboot the camera. If the screen on the front of the camera is working, but the LCD screen on the back of the camera is not, you may need to replace the screen. Make sure the battery you are using is charged.

How do you record a time lapse video?

The camera’s red LEDs will blink to indicate that the camera is capturing footage, and the time counter on the camera’s display will show the amount of Time Lapse Video footage captured. Press the top SHUTTER button again to stop your recording. Time Lapse Video settings are found and selected differently depending on your camera model.