DJI
Osmo 360
Dual-lens 360 action camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS imaging, 8K 360 video, 120MP panoramic photos, IP68 10m waterproofing, and 128GB built-in storage.
$549
Released Jul 2025
GoPro
HERO13 Black
Flagship GoPro with 1/1.9-inch sensor, 5.3K60 video, 4K120, HyperSmooth 6.0, HB-Series lens auto-detect, and 10m waterproofing.
$399
Released Sep 2024
Osmo 360 is 11 months newer.
Wins
Osmo 360
Wins
HERO13 Black
10 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo 360 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo 360 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 27.6 MP)
- BHERO13 Black has lower Weight (159 g vs 183 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Osmo 360
61 × 36 × 81 mm
183 g (0.40 lb / 6.46 oz)
HERO13 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
159 g (0.35 lb / 5.61 oz)
Osmo 360 is 11mm narrower and 15mm shorter than HERO13 Black but it is also 47mm thicker.
Osmo 360 is 24 g heavier than HERO13 Black.
Depth (front-to-back): 81mm Osmo 360 · 34mm HERO13 Black
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
Osmo 360
Codecs
Adds OSV, HEVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 61, 36.3, 81
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Resolution
120 MP vs 27.6 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
HERO13 Black
Codecs
Adds H.265 (HEVC)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6
Weight
159 g vs 183 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 8 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 20 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 120 frames
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo 360
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video
- ✓120MP panoramic photos
- ✓IP68 and 10m waterproof
- ✓128GB built-in storage
Cons
- –Fisheye stitching limits underwater use
- –JPEG photos only
- –360 workflow adds editing steps
HERO13 Black
Pros
- ✓5.3K60 and 4K120 video
- ✓1/1.9-inch sensor
- ✓HyperSmooth 6.0 + Burst Slo-Mo
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –Small sensor vs Action 5 Pro
- –Fixed lens
- –Enduro battery not backward compatible
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Osmo 360 or HERO13 Black?
Osmo 360 scores 6.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for HERO13 Black — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo 360 and HERO13 Black?
Osmo 360 is 120 MP and HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP, so the Osmo 360 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Osmo 360 and HERO13 Black have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo 360 does not have IBIS, while hERO13 Black does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo 360 or the HERO13 Black?
Osmo 360 reaches 20 fps electronic. HERO13 Black reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo 360 and HERO13 Black?
Osmo 360 weighs 183 g and HERO13 Black weighs 159 g, so the HERO13 Black is 24 g lighter.
Do the Osmo 360 and HERO13 Black record 4K video?
Osmo 360: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Osmo 360 and HERO13 Black weather sealed?
Osmo 360: Yes. HERO13 Black: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo 360 and 640 shots for the HERO13 Black, giving the HERO13 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo 360 launched at $549 and HERO13 Black at $399. The HERO13 Black is $150 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.