Where to buy Hero 3 black

[chauncy19]

Have decided to make the leap into underwater video. looking mainly to capture dive and help with fish or critter ID.
Anyway where do I buy one? I am guessing its going to be online. Do I look at ebay? Risks? Do I buy it directly from GoPro?
Did a search and didn't find an appropriate title to look at so hence the post.
thanks for thoughts.

 

[Armycopter]

I bought mine at BestBuy. I think pricing is pretty standard at all the retailers. Maybe you could order online and save paying sales tax.

 

[pconsidine]

I bought mine at Beneath the Seas for $350. ,but I would suggest buying directly from GoPro,and once in a while they have free shipping.

 

[toozler]

Buy it from somewhere you can return easily. Given the number of issues with the HERO3, there are chances you might have to do that.

 

[divingpyrate]

most of the issues with the 3 blackhave been addressed by two firmware updates.
Remaining issues seem to be card related
Still buying online you have no idea how old a camera is
Had to take my first one back, it was a rev 4

Buy local where there is fast moving stock, buy a sealed unit not returned
And buy from someone with a solid return policy

check the firmware on your new camera, update if needed
Get a quality class 10 card, use it only in the gopro
Always format in camera before each use. You will be fine

Why is the rum always gone

 

[diversteve]

Amazon.com: GoPro HERO3: Black Edition: Camera & Photo

Or a local Action Sports dealer in your area. GoPro.com: Store Locator

In my area any Target, Cabela's, Sports Authority, Bass Pro Shop etc. I realize none of them are on the Cape...

 

[flareside]

And it's best not to go higher than a 32GB card. 64GB cards use a different format and a number of people have had difficulty with them.

 

[chauncy19]

thanks for the feedback! there is a target store off cape about 45 minutes from me. might try them.

 

[MAKO Spearguns]

Please give us some consideration as well. We offer a choice of a free accessory gift with each camera and we offer a full range of mounting options, including single handle, double handle, extension pole, head mount and a modular system for a light tray. In addition, we have added external filters to fit both the Hero 2 and Hero 3 model housings.


http://www.makospearguns.com/product-p/mgph3black.htm

http://www.makospearguns.com/category-s/45.htm

Thanks!

Dano

 

[reo]

Look at Adorama or BH Photo. Both are well regarded within the photographic community.

Ron

---------- Post added April 28th, 2013 at 11:55 AM ----------

Right now, there is a killer deal on the Olympus E-PM1 camera, 14-42 zoom lens, zoom gear, and underwater housing for $499, less than half the usual price. If you're open to something other than the GoPro, check out the Olympus.

Ron