Think You’re a GoPro Hero? Check Your Skills Compared to the Best Action Cam Pros
GoPro has released its “best of 2025” video showcasing some of the best action cam work of the year. See if your skills are up to the pro level.

Are you a GoPro Pro, yo? If you’re a killer with the popular action camera and all-in on the adventure content style, then you probably think you’re pretty hot stuff. And, to be honest, with the amount of features and auto controls that action cameras from GoPro and other brands offer these days, it really takes some outlandish ideas and feats to stand out.
So, whether you’re an adventure vlogger taking on the riskiest of thrilling challenges or if you’re an actual working videographer who uses action cameras like GoPros for unique angles and difficult shots, these best-of-roundups are always great inspiration and full of fun ideas.
Let’s check out the best GoPro pros of 2025.
GoPro Best of 2025
Released on the official GoPro YouTube page, which is honestly a great source of action cam inspiration itself, the company has shared a pretty awe-inspiring compilation of some of the most insane and audacious shots captured on GoPro action cameras this year.
The roundup, which jumps from some of the highest mountain peaks to the most remote surf breaks, brings lots of unforgettable moments and thought-provoking shots that make you wonder how they were captured.
This Best of 2025 video indicates that the most recently released GoPro cameras (no surprise) were used for these videos, which would indicate that everything was shot on the MAX2 and Hero13 Black models.
Picking the Right Action Cam for You
If you’re feeling inspired, or just looking for a new action camera to include in your videography setups these days, then there are honestly a lot of great options available to you. Of course, the aforementioned GoPro MAX2 and Hero13 Black models are great places to start, and we’ll share some specs and prices below, but you have other ones to consider, too.
Other brands have jumped into the game as DJI has its popular Osmo Action 5 Pro, which does great in low-light and is a nice budget option, and Insta360 has its Ace Pro 2, which boasts 8K video capabilities and a pretty nice mix of creative features.
If you want a trusted GoPro top option, though, your best bet today might be the Hero13 Black, which you can check out more specs and purchase options on below.
- 27MP with Improved Performance
- 5.3K60/4K120/2.7K240 Video, 27MP Photos
- Auto Adjusts for HB-Series Lenses
- Upgraded Mounting Ecosystem
- HyperSmooth 6.0 Image Stabilization
- Front and Rear LCD Screens
- Bluetooth Audio Connectivity and Control
- 33' Waterproof without Housing
- 8x Slow-Motion Video
- 1900mAh Capacity Rechargeable Battery
GoPro HERO13 Black
With consistent hardware features and expanded accessory ecosystems, the GoPro HERO13 Black captures up to 5.3K60 video and 27MP photos on your next adventure with the improved Enduro battery and the option to add HB-series lens mods

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