Can I use a GoPro to Film a Tennis Match?

Short answer – yes, they are fine.  The answer is a definite “yes”.    This was shot with Silver Hero 3, a 120 degree FOV, at 720p and 30 fps.  To really appreciate the great picture, click here to see some actual video  and make sure to view it at full screen.

[Update July 2016:   Cameras have evolved over the last three years and we now heartily recommend and carry the Muvi K-2 by Veho.  Half the price, easier to use and equal in quality.  GoPro is still a great camera though]

The view seen when using a GoPro Camera mounted on top of a 10′ fence. Setback is 21′. 720p medium fov

The newer models of both the Muvi’s and theGoPros have WiFi which allow you to control and see on your smartphone or iPad what the camera sees. At a 120 degree FOV (as shown above), you don’t have to worry too much about setting up the camera.  Another idiosyncrasy of the GoPro is that you have to buy a tripod adapter separately – another $6.00 to $9.00 more or less.

WHAT’S THE BEST TENNIS FILMING PACKAGE?

1. Muvi K-2 Sport Bundle, OR
2. Muvi K-2 “Better Bundle” which includes a 32 gb sd card and an external battery.OR
3. Muvi K-2 “Ultimate Package“, including All the aforementioned items plus a ProView Extender, 64 gb sd card and an 8400 mAh external Battery.

Accessories for your Qm-1:

1. ProView Extender for those situations when you want to go even higher
2. RavPower 6750 mAh  External Battery.
3. Pebble External Battery

MUVI K-2/QM1 bundle.   The MUVI  has an excellent picture and lots of other good qualities, not least of which it’s  less than half the price!