Mission 1 series
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GoPro's Mission 1 series represents a significant leap for the brand, moving to a 1-inch 50-megapixel sensor paired with the new GP3 processor. This combination enables 8K60 recording in 16:9 and up to 4K240, plus 10-bit capture with GP-Log2 and HLG profiles. The sensor delivers up to 14 stops of dynamic range, and the camera offers 13 capture modes tailored for different scenarios. It retains GoPro's ruggedness with 66 feet of waterproofing without housing and extends to 196 feet with the optional Protective Housing.
The Enduro 2 battery provides up to 5 hours at 1080p30, though heavier 8K30 use drops that to around 1.5 hours. Four microphones with 32-bit float audio and a 3.5mm input via Media Mod expand creative options, while 960fps HD slow motion in 10-second bursts pushes the performance envelope. The larger OLED rear screen and removable lens hood add convenience. At $699.99 MSRP or $599.99 for subscribers, it undercuts traditional cinema cameras while offering pro-level specs. With only one review surfacing so far, full consensus remains to be seen, but the spec sheet positions this as GoPro's most ambitious action camera to date.
- 1-inch 50MP sensor with 14 stops of dynamic range delivers significantly better image quality than previous GoPro models
- 8K60 recording, 4K240 high frame rate, and 960fps HD slow motion in burst mode
- 10-bit GP-Log2 and HLG-HDR for advanced color grading
- Waterproof to 66 feet without housing, 196 feet with housing
- Up to 5 hours battery life at 1080p30 with Enduro 2 battery
- Battery life drops to just 1.5 hours at 8K30, limiting extended high-res shoots
- Only one review available, making it difficult to assess real-world performance and reliability
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Specs
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3 with HFP v1.9 and Super Wideband Speech
- Mic Input
- 4 microphones, 32-bit float audio recording, 3.5mm external mic port (via Media Mod)
- Battery
- Enduro 2 Battery (2150 mAh), compatible with HERO13 Black Enduro battery
- Waterproof
- 66 ft (20 m) without housing, 196 ft (60 m) with Protective Housing
- Battery Life
- 5+ hours at 1080p30, 3+ hours at 4K30, up to 1.5 hours at 8K30
- Optical Zoom
- None
- Focal Length Equiv
- Ultra-Wide 159° FOV
- Bit Depth
- 10-bit
- Log Profiles
- GP-Log2, HLG-HDR
- Max Frame Rate 4k
- 240 fps (16:9), 120 fps Open Gate (4:3)
- Max Frame Rate Hd
- 960 fps (10-second burst), 480 fps (non-burst)
- Max Video Bitrate
- 240 Mbps
- Max Video Resolution
- 8K60 (16:9), 8K30 Open Gate (4:3)
- Lens Hood
- Removable lens hood included
- Processor
- GP3 processor (5nm, AI Neural Processor Unit)
- Micro Hdmi
- Yes (via Media Mod, up to 4K60 output)
- Product Code
- CHDHW-011-MY
- Capture Modes
- 13 capture modes (Activity, Dive, Vlog, etc.)
- Dynamic Range
- Up to 14 stops at sensor
- Timecode Sync
- Yes
- Photo Burst Rate
- Up to 60 photos per second
- Editions Available
- PRO, PRO Grip Edition, PRO Creator Edition, PRO Ultimate Creator Edition
- Gopro Labs Compatible
- Yes, over 1,000 custom features
- Sensor Size
- 1"
- Sensor Type
- 50MP 1" sensor with Quad Bayer, 1.6µm native pixels, 3.2µm fused pixels
- Effective Megapixels
- 50 MP
- Rear Screen
- OLED, 14% larger than previous flagship GoPro cameras
- Release Date
- May 28, 2026
- Launch Price Usd
- $699.99 MSRP, $599.99 for existing GoPro subscribers
- Stabilization
- HyperSmooth (in-camera video stabilization)
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