GoPro Hero 12 FOV (Field of View Settings Explained)

Adjusting the Field of View or FOV on your GoPro Hero 12 can significantly transform the look and feel of your videos and photos.

Are you curious about which FOV setting is ideal for your shots?

In this article, you’ll discover all the FOV settings for your GoPro Hero 12, ensuring you capture the best possible footage.

Plus, I’ll share some incredibly useful tips and tricks.

What is FOV

Field of View Settings Explained

The GoPro Hero 12 has different field of view (FOV) settings depending on the video mode, resolution, aspect ratio, and lens.

To begin with, watch this video where I explain the best FOV setting for ALL the GoPro modela:

Here is a list of all the FOV settings for GoPro Hero 12 in detail:

Standard Video Mode

This mode records footage using the standard video format. It supports the following FOV settings:

• 16:9 aspect ratio: This is the most common aspect ratio for widescreen videos. It supports the following resolutions and FOV settings:

5.3K: This is the highest resolution available, delivering ultra-detailed footage. It supports SuperView, Wide, Linear, Linear+Horizon Leveling, and HyperView FOV settings. SuperView and HyperView are the widest FOV options, capturing more of the scene with a fisheye effect. Wide is slightly narrower, but still wide-angle. Linear and Linear+Horizon Leveling are the narrowest FOV options, removing the fisheye effect and keeping the horizon level. HyperView is only available at 30/25/24 FPS, while the other FOV options are available at 60/50/30/25/24 FPS.

4K: This is the standard Ultra HD resolution, ideal for stable shots. It supports the same FOV options as 5.3K, except HyperView. The FPS options are 120/100/60/50/30/25/24.

2.7K: This is a lower resolution, but still high-definition. It supports Wide, Linear, and Linear+Horizon Leveling FOV options. The FPS options are 240/200/120/100/60/50/30/25/24.

1080p: This is the lowest resolution, but still full HD. It supports SuperView, Wide, Linear, and Linear+Horizon Leveling FOV options. The FPS options are 240/200/120/100/60/50/30/25/24.

• 4:3 aspect ratio: This is a taller and square aspect ratio, ideal for cropping or reframing. It supports the following resolutions and FOV settings:

4K: This resolution supports Wide, Linear, and Linear+Horizon Lock FOV options. The FPS options are 60/50/30/25/24.

2.7K: This resolution supports the same FOV options as 4K. The FPS options are 120/100/60/50/30/25/24.

• 8:7 aspect ratio: This is the tallest and widest aspect ratio, exploiting the extra-large sensor of the camera. It supports the following resolutions and FOV settings:

5.3K: This resolution supports the Wide FOV option. The FPS options are 30/25/24.

4K: This resolution supports the same FOV option as 5.3K. The FPS options are 60/50/30/25/24.

• 9:16 aspect ratio: This is a vertical aspect ratio, ideal for social media posts. It supports the following resolutions and FOV settings:

4K: This resolution supports the Wide FOV option. The FPS options are 60/50/30/25/24.

1080p: This resolution supports the same FOV option as 4K. The FPS options are 60/50/30/25.

HDR Video Mode

This mode records footage using High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology, enhancing the colors and details of the scene. It supports the following FOV settings:

• 16:9 aspect ratio: This aspect ratio supports the following resolutions and FOV settings:

5.3K: This resolution supports SuperView, Wide, Linear, Linear+Horizon Leveling, and HyperView FOV options. The FPS options are 30/25/24.

4K: This resolution supports the same FOV options as 5.3K, except HyperView. The FPS options are 60/50/30/25/24.

Log Video Mode

This mode records footage using the GP-Log color profile, preserving the maximum dynamic range of the scene. It supports the following FOV settings:

• 16:9 aspect ratio: This aspect ratio supports the following resolutions and FOV settings:

5.3K: This resolution supports SuperView, Wide, Linear, and Linear+Horizon Leveling FOV options. The FPS options are 60/50/30/25/24.

4K: This resolution supports the same FOV options as 5.3K. The FPS options are 120/100/60/50/30/25/24.

2.7K: This resolution supports Wide, Linear, and Linear+Horizon Leveling FOV options. The FPS options are 240/200/120/100/60/50/30/25/24.

1080p: This resolution supports the same FOV options as 2.7K. The FPS options are 240/200/120/100/60/50/30/25/24.

Max Lens Mod

This mode requires the Max Lens Mod 2.0 accessory, which enables ultra-wide and immersive FOV options. It supports the following FOV settings:

• 16:9 aspect ratio: This aspect ratio supports the following resolutions and FOV settings:

4K: This resolution supports Max HyperView, Max SuperView, and Wide FOV options. Max HyperView is the most immersive and widest FOV option, capturing 36% more of the scene than the standard lens. Max SuperView is slightly narrower but still ultra-wide. Wide is the narrowest FOV option, but still wide-angle. The FPS options are 60/50/30/25/24.

1080p: This resolution supports Max SuperView and Wide FOV options. The FPS options are 120/100/60/50/30/25.

 Tips and Tricks

Here are my tips to get the best possible shots with GoPro Hero 12 Black:

Use the right field of view (FOV) for your scene

The GoPro Hero 12 has several FOV options, ranging from ultra-wide to narrow.

Depending on what you want to emphasize or exclude in your shot, you can choose the FOV that suits your needs.

For example, if you want to capture more of the surroundings and create a fisheye effect, you can use SuperView or HyperView.

If you want to remove the distortion and focus on the subject, you can use Linear or Linear+Horizon Leveling.

You can also use Max Lens Mod 2.0 to get even wider and more immersive FOV options. 

Shoot at the golden hour

The golden hour is the time of day when the sun is low in the sky, creating soft and warm light.

This is the best time to shoot outdoor scenes, as the light enhances the colors and details of the landscape.

The golden hour usually occurs in the first hour after sunrise and the last hour before sunset. 

Watch your white balance

White balance is the setting that adjusts the color temperature of your image, making it look more natural and accurate.

The GoPro Hero 12 has an Auto white balance option that adapts to the lighting conditions, but sometimes it may not be accurate enough.

If you want more control over the white balance, you can use the Manual option and choose from a range of presets, such as Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, etc.

You can also use the Native option, which preserves the original color data of the sensor, allowing you to adjust the white balance later in post-production.

Use color gels

Color gels are transparent filters that you can attach to your GoPro lens to create different effects and moods.

For example, you can use a blue gel to make your scene look cooler, a red gel to make it look warmer, or a green gel to make it look more dramatic.

You can also combine different gels to create custom colors and gradients. Color gels are cheap and easy to use, and they can add some creativity and fun to your shots. You can find color gels online or at any photography store.

Avoid light-polluted settings

Light pollution is the excessive and unwanted artificial light that affects the visibility of the night sky.

If you want to capture the stars or the Milky Way with your GoPro, you need to avoid light-polluted settings, such as cities, highways, or airports. Instead, you need to find a dark and clear location, away from any sources of light. 

What FOV Setting For GoPro Hero 12 Do I Use?

As you’ve seen in this article, the FOV setting can significantly alter the mood and perspective of your videos.

In my experience, especially when filming a lot during skiing, I sometimes find vertical framing to be incredibly effective.

It allows for capturing both the ski tips and the sky, which is crucial for avoiding that detached ‘drone effect.’

This approach is something I value highly, as it mirrors the beauty of the Max Mod, where you can see both the skis or handlebars and the horizon at the same time, creating a more engaging and comprehensive visual narrative.

Find all my favorite setting for GoPro Hero 12 in one tutorial:

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