Canon
EOS C400
RF-mount Super 35 cinema camera with 6K 60p, Cinema RAW Light, and built-in 9-stop ND.
$7,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
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
MISSION 1 PRO is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS C400
Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS C400 has lower AF low-light limit (-6.5 EV vs 0 EV)
- AEOS C400 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- AEOS C400 has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- BMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 6.2 MP)
- BMISSION 1 PRO has lower Weight (207 g vs 1450 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS C400
162 × 138 × 130 mm
1450 g (3.20 lb / 51.15 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 × 28 mm
207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)
EOS C400 is 84mm wider, 88mm taller, and 102mm thicker than MISSION 1 PRO.
EOS C400 is 1243 g heavier than MISSION 1 PRO.
Depth (front-to-back): 130mm EOS C400 · 28mm MISSION 1 PRO
Sensor size, to scale
EOS C400
26.1 × 13.8 mm · APS-C
360 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS C400
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
MISSION 1 PRO: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
EOS C400
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, Apple ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 162, 138, 130
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
MISSION 1 PRO
Codecs
Adds MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
Resolution
50 MP vs 6.2 MP — higher is better
Weight
207 g vs 1450 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS C400
Pros
- ✓6K 60p internal
- ✓Built-in 9-stop ND
- ✓Dual gain sensor
- ✓RF mount
Cons
- –Super 35 only
- –Premium price
- –Large media needs
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
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS C400 or MISSION 1 PRO?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for EOS C400 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS C400 and MISSION 1 PRO?
EOS C400 is 6.2 MP and MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS C400 and MISSION 1 PRO have in-body image stabilization?
EOS C400 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS C400 or the MISSION 1 PRO?
EOS C400 reaches 20 fps electronic. MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS C400 and MISSION 1 PRO?
EOS C400 weighs 1450 g and MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 1243 g lighter.
Do the EOS C400 and MISSION 1 PRO record 4K video?
EOS C400: 6K 60p (max), 4K up to 120p. MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS C400 and MISSION 1 PRO weather sealed?
EOS C400: Yes. MISSION 1 PRO: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS C400 and 520 shots for the MISSION 1 PRO, giving the EOS C400 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS C400 launched at $7,999 and MISSION 1 PRO at $700. The MISSION 1 PRO is $7,299 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and GoPro press materials.