Canon
XF605
1-inch broadcast camcorder with DIGIC DV7, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 4K60p 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC, 12G-SDI, ND filter, and RTMP/SRT streaming.
$4,500
Launch priceReleased Aug 2021
GoPro
MISSION 1
Compact cinema camera with the same 50MP 1-inch sensor and GP3 processor as MISSION 1 PRO, capped at 8K30 / 4K120 with Open Gate 4:3 and GP-Log2 10-bit.
$600
Launch priceReleased May 2026
MISSION 1 is 4.8 years newer.
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Wins
XF605
Wins
MISSION 1
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AXF605 has lower AF low-light limit (-6.5 EV vs 0 EV)
- AXF605 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- AXF605 has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- BMISSION 1 has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 8.29 MP)
- AXF605 has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareXF605
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
MISSION 1
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
XF605 and MISSION 1 share virtually identical body dimensions.
XF605 and MISSION 1 weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm XF605 · 72mm MISSION 1
Sensor size, to scale
XF605
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
MISSION 1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
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
XF605
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
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
MISSION 1
Resolution
50 MP vs 8.29 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
XF605
Pros
- ✓4K60p 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC internal
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF + iTR AF X
- ✓12G-SDI + HDMI + Ethernet (SRT)
- ✓Built-in 3-position ND + HLG/PQ
- ✓Dual SD + RTMP streaming
Cons
- –Large shoulder-style body
- –Premium broadcast pricing
- –Fixed 15x zoom lens
- –8.29MP effective on 1-inch sensor
MISSION 1
Pros
- ✓Same 50MP 1-inch sensor as PRO
- ✓8K30 + 4K120 + Open Gate 4:3
- ✓GP-Log2 10-bit + rugged 20m waterproof
- ✓Ultra-compact cinema form factor
- ✓Full GoPro mount ecosystem
Cons
- –No 8K60 or 4K240 high frame rates
- –No 1080p960 burst slo-mo
- –Fixed lens only
- –Still premium vs traditional action cams
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 sports, XF605 or MISSION 1?
XF605 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for MISSION 1 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the XF605 and MISSION 1?
XF605 is 8.29 MP and MISSION 1 is 50 MP, so the MISSION 1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the XF605 and MISSION 1 have in-body image stabilization?
XF605 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while MISSION 1 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the XF605 or the MISSION 1?
XF605 reaches 30 fps electronic. MISSION 1 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the XF605 and MISSION 1?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the XF605 and MISSION 1 record 4K video?
XF605: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. MISSION 1: 4K up to 60p.
Are the XF605 and MISSION 1 weather sealed?
XF605: Yes. MISSION 1: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the XF605 and 640 shots for the MISSION 1, giving the MISSION 1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
XF605 launched at $4,500 and MISSION 1 at $600. The MISSION 1 is $3,900 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.