GoPro Karma Drone
The GoPro Karma is a drone from GoPro — known for its Foldable Quadcopter Design and 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilization. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Drone Overview — GoPro Karma
Key Features — GoPro Karma
Foldable Quadcopter Design: Folds down to 365.2 x 224.3 x 89.9 mm for easier packing and transport between shoots.
3-Axis Gimbal Stabilization: Dedicated gimbal stabilizes the camera during flight, producing smooth aerial footage without relying on digital correction alone.
4K Video Capture: Records video up to 4K resolution at frame rates including 24, 30, and 60fps depending on resolution; slow-motion options are available at lower resolutions.
12MP Still Photography: Captures stills at up to 4000x3000 px, including burst mode for fast-moving aerial subjects.
Protune / Flat Color Profile: Both GoPro Color and Flat (Protune) profiles are available for photo and video, giving editors more control in post-production.
Up to 20-Minute Flight Time: The 4-cell LiPo battery provides approximately 20 minutes of flight per charge, typical for a drone in this class.
Drone Specifications — GoPro Karma
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Sports, Aerial / Drone, Adventure, Underwater |
| Iso min | 100 |
| Iso max | 1600 |
| Display size | 2.0 inches (camera), 5.0 inches (controller) |
| Display type | Touchscreen LCD (on camera), LCD (on controller) |
| Display resolution | 320x480 (camera), 720p (controller) |
| Type | Other |
| Autofocus system | Manual Focus Only |
| Autofocus eye Tracking | No |
| Autofocus subject Tracking | No |
| Battery type | 4-cell Lithium-Polymer (LiPo) |
| Battery battery Life | Up to 20 minutes flight time |
Description — GoPro Karma
The GoPro Karma drone is a foldable quadcopter designed for aerial photo and video capture. At its core is a 12 MP sensor with a 1/2.3-inch sensor size, processed by an Ambarella A9SE image processor. Still images are captured at up to 4000x3000 px, while video tops out at 4K across a broad selection of frame rates: 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, 50fps, 60fps, 80fps, 90fps, 120fps, and 240fps.
Both photo and video modes offer GoPro Color and Flat (Protune) color profiles. Stabilization is provided by a gimbal system, supplemented by digital IS. The drone weighs 1006g and is constructed from high-strength plastic composite, folding down to 365.2 x 224.3 x 89.9 mm for transport.
Flight is powered by a 4-cell LiPo battery rated for up to 20 minutes. Connectivity covers Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, and USB-C, with a microphone input available via USB-C adapter. Media is stored on microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC cards.
Note that weather sealing is rated as None, and the ISO range runs from 100 to 1600.
Pros — GoPro Karma
- ✓Wide range of video frame rates — up to 240fps — offers significant slow-motion and creative flexibility
- ✓4K maximum video resolution paired with a 12 MP / 4000x3000 px photo capability from a 1/2.3-inch sensor
- ✓Gimbal stabilization system provides smooth aerial footage without relying solely on digital IS
Cons — GoPro Karma
- ✗No weather sealing, making it unsuitable for use in rain or dusty conditions
- ✗Battery life is rated at up to 20 minutes of flight time, which is limiting for longer shoots
- ✗ISO range tops out at 1600, which may restrict low-light performance