I saw that GoPro has a nice new basic GoPro Hero HD for sale at a decent price. I was wondering if these can be used on a Phantom 1? The reason I am asking is it seems like the casing is permanently on it. I do not have one yet, so I am not 100 percent sure.

I am looking at using a cheaper either Tarot or Walkera gimbal on this, maybe the stock GoPro mount for DJI for test purposes.

Is this possible? Or do I need at least a GoPro 2 or 3?

Thanks!

I have and use this GoPro on my Phantom. It works, but it doesn't fit in the standard GoPro cradle. You will have to attach it directly to the bottom the same way the cradle fits.

Consider the Yi also....I think it's a much better cam than the cheapo HD Hero.
http://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Act ... tooth/dp/B00UFFPRJO

Note - you have to carefully match any camera to the gimbal design and specs - a little fudging can be done, but as close as possible is important. For example, I couldn't find a decent gimbal for my Hero2 - most are made for 3 & 4.

I think the Yi may be the same size as the 3 & 4.