GoPro
MISSION 1 PRO
Flagship compact cinema camera with 50MP 1-inch sensor, GP3 processor, 8K60 / 4K240 video, 8K30 Open Gate 4:3, GP-Log2 10-bit, and 20m waterproof rugged body.
$700
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Insta360
X6
Flagship 8K 360 camera with dual Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors, native 8K50 and in-camera Dolby Vision, 120MP stills, 2.32-inch OLED, 140-minute 8K30 runtime, and 20m waterproofing.
$700
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
X6 is 2 months newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
X6
10 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower ISO min (native) (25 vs 100)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 240 Mbps)
- BX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 50 MP)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Battery runtime (300 min vs 140 min)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 × 28 mm
207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 50mm shorter and 12mm thinner than X6 but it is also 28mm wider.
MISSION 1 PRO is 11 g heavier than X6.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 40mm X6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 100 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 28 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 40 mm
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
MISSION 1 PRO
Codecs
Adds MP4
Card types
Adds microSDXC
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 27.8
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 240 Mbps — higher is better
Battery runtime
300 min vs 140 min — higher is better
AA filter
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Reasons to choose
X6
Codecs
Adds H.265
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Card types
Adds microSD
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 100, 40
Resolution
120 MP vs 50 MP — higher is better
Battery capacity
2600 mAh vs 2150 mAh — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 207 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 12 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
MISSION 1 PRO
Pros
- ✓8K60 + 4K240 + 1080p960 burst slo-mo
- ✓50MP 1-inch sensor, up to 14 stops DR
- ✓8K30 / 4K120 Open Gate 4:3 reframing
- ✓GP-Log2 10-bit + 32-bit float audio
- ✓20m waterproof without housing
Cons
- –Premium pricing vs HERO13 Black
- –Fixed lens (ILS variant Q3 2026)
- –New platform — limited third-party support
- –Subscriber discount required for best price
X6
Pros
- ✓Dual Sony 1/1.1-inch sensors (1-inch equivalent 360)
- ✓Native 8K50 + in-camera Dolby Vision / 10-bit I-Log
- ✓120MP 360 photos; 5K60 / 4K120 single-lens
- ✓2600mAh Xtreme Battery: 140 min 8K30
- ✓20m waterproof + replaceable Lens 2.0
Cons
- –$700 Standard Bundle vs cheaper 360 rivals
- –8K50, not 8K60 vs Osmo 360 II
- –47GB usable built-in storage vs DJI 105GB
- –360 footage still needs reframing
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, MISSION 1 PRO or X6?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for X6 — 207g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and X6?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and X6 is 120 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and X6 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the X6?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. X6 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and X6?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and X6 weighs 196 g, so the X6 is 11 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and X6 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and X6 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. X6: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
MISSION 1 PRO is rated for about 300 minutes of continuous recording and X6 for about 140 minutes, giving the MISSION 1 PRO the edge.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $700.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Insta360 press materials.