If you look at the GoPro Hero 6 , it's nearly impossible to tell it apart from the Hero 5 , even on close inspection. The older, silver GoPros used to have the model number marked in black text on the front .

Improved stabilization; Large selection of slow-mo options; Greater manual control of exposure; Upgraded image processor

Pricier than the Hero 5 at launch; No update to the design; File compatibility issues on slow-mo videos

The GoPro Hero6 Black looks just like the Hero5 Black. It's the same small size and still waterproof to 10 meters (33 feet) with the same ports, controls, battery and same size touchscreen on back.

The GoPro Hero6 Black has groundbreaking electronic video stabilization for the category, a long list of resolutions and frame rates to choose from and overall improved image quality; Its faster Wi-Fi makes mobile transfers a little less painful

It's pricey at $500; £500 or AU$750 and all those extra features and faster performance don't do battery life any favors

It's safe to say the Hero6 Black is the best action cam GoPro has made. That doesn't necessarily mean it's the right one for you though. The new shooting modes are excellent, particularly if you're shooting for the big screen or have a penchant for dramatic slo-mos. But they don't come completely without cost. You'll need some recent laptop or smartphone hardware to edit the clips and they do take a bigger toll on battery life than full HD shooting. Even if you don't need to shoot reels of 4K, though, the Hero6's improved image stabilisation, dynamic range and low light capabilities make it a tempting proposition over the cheaper Hero5. If you want the absolute best action cam around, and are prepared to pay the £100 premium over its competition, this is it.

Superb video quality; Image stabilisation works really well; Loads of mounts and accessories; Auto-editing software is useful ;

Some potential codec frustration; Battery life quite short when shooting 4K; Doesn't support Bluetooth mics;

Superb video quality; Image stabilisation works really well; Loads of mounts and accessories; Auto-editing software is useful ;

Some potential codec frustration; Battery life quite short when shooting 4K; Doesn’t support Bluetooth mics;

The GoPro HERO6 Black is the most powerful GoPro to date. It's an update to last year's HERO5 Black, and comes with a host of upgrades and new features. Perhaps the most exciting new upgrade is the ability to shoot 4K video at 60fps, along with Full HD at 240fps.

In these heady days of 4K drones, superhero VR games and watch-phones, action cams can seem a bit old hat.

GoPro's 4K and HD action cameras are some of the best known devices of their kind on sale today and with good reason. They excel in their market niche like almost no other competitor.

Awesome; Fantastic electronic image stabilization; Visuals on photo and video are better than ever; Mobile app is great; Tough; weather resistant design; Fits GoPro Hero 5 accessories; Much faster WiFi transfer

4K shooting drains power and memory; Controls still a bit clumsy; Pricey 4K action camera

Really bad, they have become GoPro, though it does not get the highest because it turns off battery. So next update, we hope that GoPro works with how the cameras drag power instead of increasing all pixels and slow motion.

The name ‘GoPro' is generally associated with one thing - adventure and action cameras. If you are an adventure seeker, then a GoPro should be your must-have third eye. Recording the most thrilling moments of your life from a fisheye perspective and sharing it with the world is a great type of...

The GoPro Hero 6 offers typical high quality shots... when it works.I have had numerous issues from the very start:* The compartment flaps do not close firmly or seamlessly and require some wiggling to get them to seal properly.