GoPro's entry-level 2014 model — basic 1080p action camera at an affordable price point.
The GoPro Hero (2014) launched as GoPro's most affordable action camera, providing basic 1080p 30fps recording in the familiar GoPro form factor. It targeted beginners who wanted GoPro quality at the lowest possible price.
Records 1080p 30fps and 720p 60fps video. 5MP stills. No WiFi, no Bluetooth — the most stripped-down GoPro. Basic electronic stabilisation. SuperView wide-angle mode. QuikCapture for instant recording from power-off.
Waterproof built-in housing to 40m. No rear screen — status LCD only. Fixed lens. USB mini-B charging. MicroSD storage. Compatible with all GoPro mounts. Non-removable battery. 111g — lightweight.
Essentially free used — often under £15. The lack of WiFi and screen makes it very basic. The Hero 4 and later models are vastly more capable. Only useful as an extremely cheap action camera where any recording is better than none. Check for water damage on used units.