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
Xtra
Edge Pro
Flagship action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps in 4:3, Night View mode, 32× slow motion, 20m waterproof, and 230-min cold-resistant battery.
$299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
MISSION 1 PRO is 8 months newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
Edge Pro
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEdge Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower ISO min (native) (25 vs 100)
- BEdge Pro has lower Weight (147 g vs 207 g)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Battery runtime (300 min vs 230 min)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 40 MP)
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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Edge Pro
71 × 44 × 33 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 5mm thinner than Edge Pro but it is also 8mm wider and 6mm taller.
MISSION 1 PRO is 60 g heavier than Edge Pro.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 33mm Edge Pro
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Edge Pro
71 × 44 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 28 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Edge Pro
71 × 33 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
AA filter
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Eye AF
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Reasons to choose
Edge Pro
Codecs
Adds H.264, AVC, H.265…
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, TiltGuard, 360 Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
Card types
Adds microSD
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Weight
147 g vs 207 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 240 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Waterproof depth — Both 20 m
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
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
Edge Pro
Pros
- ✓4K/120fps 4:3 + 13.5 stops DR
- ✓4K/60fps Night View AI mode
- ✓20m waterproof (no case)
- ✓230 min battery; –20 °C rated
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Night View limited to 8-bit
- –Larger/heavier than Edge
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, MISSION 1 PRO or Edge Pro?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 9.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Edge Pro — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Edge Pro?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and Edge Pro is 40 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Edge Pro have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Edge Pro does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Edge Pro?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and Edge Pro weighs 147 g, so the Edge Pro is 60 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Edge Pro record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. Edge Pro: 4K up to 120p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and Edge Pro weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. Edge Pro: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
MISSION 1 PRO is rated for about 300 minutes of continuous recording and Edge Pro for about 230 minutes, giving the MISSION 1 PRO the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and Edge Pro at $299. The Edge Pro is $401 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Xtra press materials.