Replying to Cameras

So this season I am planning to make an edit or two. Last year I didn't make an edit because only my friend has a gopro and he hasn't given me any footage from his gopro. I always ask but he says he lost it. Anyways I got a gopro Hero 3+ at the end of the season. I was thinking since Christmas is coming up soon I might want a camera or the gopro hero 4+. I just wanted to know if it would be to get a gopro or an actual camera that would also be good for taking some pictures and videos of me skiing. Price range would be from 0-500 dollars but exceptions could be made considering what would be a good camera for the job. I also have a scorpion mount which I would be able to use for this camera. Any help is appreciated!