Okay, let’s talk about this little beast—the GoPro Hero12 Black. First off, the waterproof feature? LEGIT. Took it snorkeling in Maui, and it survived my questionable diving skills (and a few accidental coral bumps). No housing needed—just pure 33ft-deep confidence.

The battery life shocked me. Shot 5.3K60 footage for over an hour straight during a hike, and it still had juice to spare. The Enduro battery is a game-changer compared to my old GoPro’s ‘blink-and-it’s-dead’ situation.

Video quality? Chef’s kiss. The HDR makes sunset timelapses look like Nat Geo material, and HyperSmooth 6.0 turns my shaky skateboard fails into buttery-smooth content. Even did a backflip (attempt)—footage looked pro thanks to 360° Horizon Lock.

Downsides? It gets warm during long sessions (like a mini hand warmer), and the touchscreen hates wet fingers. But buttons on the side save the day when you’re dripping after a surf sesh.

Verdict: Worth every penny. Memories > money, especially when they’re in crispy 27MP.