XmasGoat gift guide
Curated pickStraps to helmets and handlebars, dives underwater, survives every crash.
GoPro's rugged flagship for skiers, bikers and paddlers — what comes in the box, what to add, and where to check the current price on Amazon.ca.
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For the friend whose stories start with "watch this," it captures buttery, ultra-sharp footage of every jump, descent and wipeout. Magnetic mounting and clever clip-on lenses keep the perspective fresh — this is a camera that invites experiments.
The verdict
Give it to the adventurer, and budget for the kit around it: a memory card isn't included, and the magnetic mount and lenses cost extra. Owners of the last generation or two will notice only modest gains.
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Almost — it needs a compatible memory card and a quick firmware update through the app first.
Yes, to about ten metres with the door latched; deeper diving takes a protective housing.
No — the wide, macro and cinematic lenses are separate purchases the camera auto-detects.
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