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Amazing, exactly my issue as well.

I'm convinced their promo videos are shot by teams carrying tons of batteries. If you are actually adventuring / backpacking for a few days etc, a go-pro is no go unless you want to be worrying about battery life the entire time.

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A battery lasts about 3 hours of filming for me using GoPro Hero 5 Black 1080 30fps linear.

This usually lasts all day of regular use.

I now have 3 batteries and never have to worry about battery life.

filming in winter + ProTune mode + 1080p60, however, is a frustrating experience. 30min is typical. if battery is brand new then maybe you can squeeze 45min out of it.

My experience as well. That's why I have two batteries and a battery pack. Although I'm not doing much filming right now, it's more hassle than I expected.

30 minutes?? Wow that is poor.

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