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Vlogging Has Never Been Easier Than With the New GoPro LIT HERO

With built-in lighting and a low price tag, is this the ultimate travel and vlogging camera?

Jourdan Aldredge • Oct 17, 2025

GoPro has shared some pretty exciting announcements over the past few weeks. Yet, while the new Max 2 might be getting the majority of the headlines, the LIT HERO might sneakily be the company’s best offering for vloggers and hybrid content creators in years.

Set to feature a built-in LED and the ability to shoot 4K video at 60 fps, including high-resolution, slow-motion footage, the GoPro LIT HERO makes a strong case for being the best travel and vlogging camera on the market.

Oh, it’s also set to retail for only $269, significantly more affordable than the new Max 2, yet still quite packed with functional specs and features. Here’s what you need to know.

An Introduction to the GoPro LIT HERO

Built for on-the-go content creators looking to capture high-res, frame-ready photos and instant 4K video, the LIT HERO expands upon the vision GoPro has been selling for over a decade.

From beginners who have never picked up a camera before to more seasoned video professionals who know how to utilize a GoPro as a second, third, or easier option for riskier shots, the GoPro LIT HERO really knows what it is.

For those interested in vlogging, the built-in LED light might be its most unique feature, as it offers three simple levels of brightness, allowing creators to light themselves as they record in even the darkest environments and settings.

Incredibly Easy to Use

Catering to those who may not be familiar with video camera technology, the GoPro LIT HERO offers helpful and easy-to-use capture modes that allow users to simply swipe between video, 4:3 video, slow-motion, and photo modes.

Action adventurers can also utilize the camera’s built-in mounting fingers, which work with any GoPro accessories. The LIT HERO will also feature 1/4-20 threads compatible with industry-standard tripods as well as magnetic mounting options.

Everything about the LIT HERO is tailored towards easy and instant content creation, which will look high-quality, and also requires only a few simple steps to post on your social channels.

Price and Availability

As mentioned above, the price of the GoPro LIT HERO might be its best-selling point. Compared to even the lowest-end mirrorless cameras with interchangeable lens mounts or your point-and-shoot options, the LIT HERO is one of the most affordable options on the market.

If you’re curious to check it out, here are the full specs and purchase info.

  • Ultra-light + the size of an AirPods case
  • 4 simple capture modes—no fumbling with settings
  • Powerful LED light with three brightness settings + diffuser
  • 4K60 video for 2x slo-mo
  • 12MP photos + 11MP frame grabs
  • Rugged + waterproof to 16ft (5m) with a replaceable, water-repellant lens
  • Responsive touch screen for easy framing + playback
  • Integrated Enduro Battery for over 100 mins of continuous recording at 4K60
  • 16:9 + 4:3 aspect ratios for both widescreen capture + social media sharing
  • Integrated Magnetic Latch Mount, 1/4-20 thread, + traditional mounting fingers
  • Compatible with more than 35 mounts + accessories

Price: $269

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