Funny you should say that because, compared to every other digital camera I've used, GoPros were pretty easy to use. But it's been many years since I've used one.
I guess this isn't all "ease of use" stuff, but I do think it's all more generally usability:
- The Virb XE has a much easier to find and actuate record switch (physical moving switch); the position of the switch will tell you if you're recording or not if you can't see the camera.
- The Virb XE waterproofing isn't compromized by connecting it to power; the GoPro battery door has to be removed/opened to connect to power.
- The GoPro won't let you connect a bluetooth headset/microphone, so you can't connect a mic and keep waterproofing.