GoPro EXIF Data Guide
Everything you need to know about EXIF metadata from GoPro cameras — including brand-specific MakerNote fields, popular models, and privacy considerations.
About GoPro
GoPro, Inc., founded in 2002 by Nick Woodman, revolutionized action photography and videography with its small, rugged, waterproof cameras. GoPro cameras are designed for extreme sports and adventure activities, and they embed unique metadata including accelerometer data, gyroscope readings, and GPS tracks that record the full motion of the camera during capture.
GoPro is the dominant brand in the action camera market. Their HERO series cameras are the standard for sports, adventure, and underwater photography. GoPro's telemetry data stream (GPMF) is unique in the camera industry, providing motion and sensor data that no other consumer camera records.
Common EXIF Fields in GoPro Photos
These are the standard EXIF fields you will find in photos taken with GoPro cameras:
| Field | Description | Example Value |
|---|---|---|
| Make | Camera manufacturer | GoPro |
| Model | Camera model | HERO12 Black |
| Software | Firmware version | H23.01.01.10.00 |
| FieldOfView | Field of view setting | Wide |
| GPSLatitude | Latitude coordinate | 37.7749 N |
| GPSLongitude | Longitude coordinate | 122.4194 W |
GoPro-Specific MakerNote Fields
Beyond standard EXIF data, GoPro cameras embed proprietary metadata in the MakerNote section. These fields are unique to GoPro and contain additional technical details about how the photo was captured:
| Field | Description | Example Value |
|---|---|---|
| AutoRotation | Whether auto-rotation was applied | Auto |
| DigitalZoom | Digital zoom factor | 1.0 |
| ProTune | ProTune advanced settings status | On |
| WhiteBalance | White balance setting in ProTune | Auto |
| Sharpness | Sharpness level | High |
| ColorMode | Color profile | GoPro |
| CameraSerialNumber | Camera serial number | C1234567890 |
Popular GoPro Camera Models
These are the most common GoPro cameras you will encounter when viewing EXIF data:
| Model | Type | Megapixels | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| HERO13 Black | Action Camera | 27 MP | 2024 |
| HERO12 Black | Action Camera | 27 MP | 2023 |
| HERO11 Black | Action Camera | 27 MP | 2022 |
| HERO11 Black Mini | Action Camera | 27 MP | 2022 |
| HERO10 Black | Action Camera | 23 MP | 2021 |
| HERO9 Black | Action Camera | 20 MP | 2020 |
| MAX | 360 Camera | 16.6 MP | 2019 |
| HERO8 Black | Action Camera | 12 MP | 2019 |
Tips for Reading GoPro EXIF Data
- 1.GoPro EXIF includes the FieldOfView setting (Wide, Linear, Narrow, SuperView), which affects the apparent focal length.
- 2.GoPro videos contain GPMF (GoPro Metadata Format) telemetry with accelerometer, gyroscope, and GPS track data — far more than standard EXIF.
- 3.ProTune settings are recorded in metadata, revealing whether advanced color, white balance, and sharpness controls were used.
- 4.GoPro records GPS in both photos and videos. The GPS track in videos allows overlaying speed and altitude data.
- 5.The GPR raw format is based on Adobe DNG, so it can be opened by most raw processing software.
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Try the Photo Metadata ViewerFrequently Asked Questions
What EXIF data do GoPro cameras record?
GoPro cameras record standard EXIF fields plus GoPro-specific data including field of view mode, ProTune settings (color, sharpness, white balance), digital zoom factor, auto-rotation status, and GPS coordinates. Videos also include GPMF telemetry with accelerometer, gyroscope, and GPS track data.
What is GoPro GPMF telemetry?
GPMF (GoPro Metadata Format) is a telemetry data stream embedded in GoPro videos. It records GPS position, speed, altitude, accelerometer data, gyroscope readings, and other sensor data multiple times per second. This data powers features like GPS speed overlays and horizon leveling.
Does GoPro record GPS in photos?
Yes, GoPro cameras embed GPS coordinates in both photos and videos when GPS is enabled. It can take a few minutes for the GPS to lock after powering on. GPS can be toggled off in Preferences > General > GPS.
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