GoPro’s are used by thousands of people all over the world to capture their action-filled adventures. Whether you’re shredding powder down slopes on your snowboard, paddling down a scenic river in your kayak or being submerged by water while surfing in the ocean, the GoPro has made it possible to capture all of these moments and more. When it comes to action cameras, GoPros have become the ultimate choice for everyone from amateur filmmakers to professional athletes.

Whether you want to video your activity so you can upload it to YouTube or if it’s simply just for your personal memories, a GoPro can aid you in capturing some excellent footage. However, it’s not as simple as buying the camera from a store or online, depending on what you’ll be using it for and also your budget, there’s more than one generation of GoPros to choose from. Here we compare a range of the cameras to help you decide which one is best for you.

1) GoPro Hero

Starting with the least expensive camera, the GoPro Hero is perfect for those of you who are just starting out. It’s built for action, so whether you’re hitting the slopes or you are white water rafting, this device can take it all. This version features a waterproof shell and built-in rugged housing, but one thing it lacks is a display on the model.

Specs:

Wireless – No
Battery Life – Up to 3 hours
Max Photo Res – 5 MP
Max Video Res – 1080p (30fps)
Water Resistance – Up to 40 meters

Price tag: $180

2) GoPro Hero+ LCD

This GoPro is a great option for those of you who are on a budget but still want to capture epic footage. With the Hero+ LCD, you’re able to capture amazing videos and then view them on the spot with the LCD screen. Like all GoPros, this camera is built for action and can handle your activity no matter what it is.

Specs:

Wireless – Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
Battery Life – Up to 2 hours
Max Photo Res – 8 MP
Max Video Res – 1080p (60fps)
Water Resistance – Up to 40 meters

Price tag: $240

3) GoPro Hero4 Silver

The Hero4 allows you to adjust settings such as white balance, exposure, and ISO so that you can enhance your footage and capture the best shots based on your environment. You can also live stream your adventure using Periscope, an app that’s available on both apple and android. However, with only 15 frames per second, you may come out with some choppy footage.

Specs:

Wireless – Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
Battery Life – Up to 2 hours
Max Photo Res – 12 MP
Max Video Res – 4K (15fps)
Water Resistance – Up to 40 meters

Price tag: $300

4) GoPro Hero5 Black

This camera is GoPro’s latest device, and the most noticeable feature is its water resistance spec. The Hero5 Black has been designed to go up to 33 foot (10 meters) underwater without needing a protective case. On this GoPro, you can shoot videos that have crystal clear audio, and with its video stabilization feature, your footage will come out perfect. When it comes to uploading and editing your videos, the Hero5 Black will automatically share them to your GoPro Plus cloud account. If you’ve got the money, it’s certainly worth it.

Specs:

Wireless – Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
Battery Life – Up to 1220 mAh
Max Photo Res – 12 MP
Max Video Res – 4K (30fps)
Water Resistance – Up to 10 meters (without protective case)

Price tag: $400

5) GoPro Hero4 Black

It’s not only the price that’s increased, but the specs have also improved from the Hero4 Silver with 30 frames per second for more stable footage. You also have the option to shoot videos in slow motion at 240fps – think of all those intense action shots you can get! Again, you can adjust the settings and live stream using the app Periscope. There may not seem like much difference between the Silver and the Black, but you’ll certainly capture some more dramatic footage with the extra fps.

Specs:

Wireless – Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
Battery Life – Up to 2 hours
Max Photo Res – 12 MP
Max Video Res – 4K (30fps)
Water Resistance – Up to 40 meters

Price tag: $430