You might be curious about the GoPro Hero 8 battery life.
Boasting a 1,220mAh capacity, the battery of the GoPro Hero 8 Black is on par with previous models like the GoPro Hero 5, 6, and 7.
What’s great about the GoPro Hero 8 Black is its removable battery. So, if you have spare batteries, you can easily swap them out to keep your GoPro powered up all day.
In this article, you’ll learn the specifics of the Hero 8 battery, plus I’ll share some simple tips on how to enhance the GoPro Hero 8’s battery life.
GoPro Hero 8 Battery Specs
The GoPro Hero 8 Black features a 1220 mAh Lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Its model number is AJBAT-001. This battery provides a runtime of around 1 hour and 10 minutes (when recording in 4K) after you charge your GoPro Hero 8 fully. Therefore, if you’re planning a full day of shooting, you’ll have to bring a few extra batteries with you.
- 1220mAh lithium-ion rechargeable battery
- Use as a spare or Replacement battery for your GoPro
Like the previous GoPro cameras, you can easily charge the battery while it’s inside the camera. It is the simplest way to charge it. Alternatively, you can use an external battery charger to charge your GoPro Hero 8 batteries simultaneously +spare betteries.
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Your old Hero 5, 6 & 7 external battery chargers also work with the Hero 8 batteries, as they share the same battery model. So, if you’re upgrading from an older Hero model, your old batteries will work with the Hero 8 Black too.
Tips To Extend GoPro Hero 8 Battery Life
You can significantly extend the GoPro Hero 8 Black action camera’s battery life by following these 9 tips:
Keep the GoPro Off When Not Recording
This one’s pretty obvious! In order to significantly extend your GoPro Hero 8 Black’s battery life, you should keep your Hero 8 off when you’re not recording. It will help you increase its running time exponentially.
Use a Dual/Triple Battery Power Bank
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Keep the Batteries Warm in Cold Weather
Lithium-ion batteries don’t perform very well in cold weather. So, you should try to keep the battery warm in cold weather. Consider putting your GoPro battery in the inside zippered pocket of your jacket when the camera is not in use.
Turn Off the LCD Screen
When you keep the GoPro Hero 8 Black camera’s LCD screen ON, it uses more power. So, if you’re looking to save your GoPro’s battery life, you should try not using the LCD screen while operating the action camera.
Use a Wall Charger
Instead of USB cable from your PC, you should charge your GoPro battery using a wall-charger. It will help you get a faster and better charge.
Update the Firmware
Updating the firmware of your GoPro Hero 8 camera will not only fix lingering issues, but it can also increase the battery life. This is because, with firmware updates, the company comes up with several fixes to improve the battery performance of your camera.
Avoid using the Extra Settings (WiFi, GPS, Voice Control)
Turning off the extra settings like WiFi, GPS, voice control etc. can boost the battery life of the GoPro Hero 8. However, please note that you won’t get a drastic difference in running time by doing this. This step will just add an extra 10-15 minutes.
Reduce the Recording Resolution / Frame Rate
Fewer pixels and frame rates translates into lesser energy usage. So, if you reduce the recording resolution or frame rate of the GoPro Hero 8 Black, it will boost the recording time.
Spare Batteries
Depending upon the number of spare batteries you have, you can easily double or triple the running time of your GoPro Hero 8 action camera.
- 1220mAh lithium-ion rechargeable battery
- Use as a spare or Replacement battery for your GoPro
Find more tips in the article below: How to Make Your GoPro Battery Life Last Longer
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the answers to some of the commonly asked queries regarding GoPro Hero 8 battery life:
How Long Does a GoPro Hero 8 Battery Last?
The GoPro Hero 8 Black’s battery lasts for roughly 70 minutes on a single charge, when recording in 4K. However, if you record in lower resolution, you can get a better battery life.
Why Does my GoPro Hero 8 Battery Die So Fast?
The battery life of your GoPro Hero 8 Black depends upon several factors. Have a look at the tips given above to maximise your camera’s battery life. This will ensure that your camera’s battery doesn’t die too fast. If that doesn’t work, you may need to replace the battery.
Another factor that can cause the battery to die quickly is if the camera is constantly being used in extreme conditions such as extreme cold or heat. This can put a lot of strain on the battery and cause it to drain faster. Also if you have a lot of features enabled, such as Wi-Fi and GPS, the battery will drain more quickly.
It’s also possible that the battery itself is simply old and needs to be replaced. Over time, all batteries lose their ability to hold a charge and will eventually need to be replaced. If you’ve had your GoPro Hero 8 Black for a while and are experiencing issues with the battery life, it may be time to purchase a new battery.
Learn more about why your battery dies so fast in the following article: Why GoPro Battery Dies So Fast? (How to avoid it).
Can GoPro Hero 8 Record While Charging?
No. When the GoPro Hero 8 Black camera is recording, its battery won’t charge even if it’s inside the camera and you have connected the camera to a power source.
Can I Use GoPro Hero 8 Without Battery?
Yes. You can run the GoPro Hero 8 without battery, provided it’s connected to an external power source via the USB-C cable. However, without battery, the moment that the AC power to the camera stops, the will turn off immediately.
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