The Open GoPro API is the primary way for users to programmatically interact with a GoPro camera. It is supported on the following cameras / firmware versions:
| Camera | Minimal Firmware Version |
|---|---|
| Hero 9 Black | v01.70.00 |
| Hero 10 Black | v01.10.00 |
| Hero 11 Black | v01.10.00 |
| Hero 11 Black Mini | v01.10.00 |
Open GoPro documents interfaces to HTTP (wired and wireless) and Bluetooth Low Energy that allow users to perform command, control, and query actions including:
| Feature | BLE | WiFi | USB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Connect / Wake | ✔️ | ||
| Retrieve Camera State | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Press Shutter | ✔️ | ✔️* | ✔️* |
| Change Settings / Modes | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Live Preview | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
| Webcam / UDP Streaming (up to 1080P) | ✔️ | ||
| Media Management | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
| Metadata File Extraction | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
| External Power via same I/O | ✔️ |
* = From Hero 10 onwards
Tutorials
Walk-through tutorials in different languages / frameworks for getting started.
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