DJI
Osmo Nano
Ultra-compact modular action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 35MP stills, 4K 60p video, 4K 120fps slow motion, and a Multifunctional Vision Dock.
$299
Launch priceReleased Sep 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
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Osmo Nano is 1 year newer.
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Wins
Osmo Nano
Wins
HERO13 Black
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Nano has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- BHERO13 Black has higher Battery capacity (1900 mAh vs 530 mAh)
- BHERO13 Black has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- BHERO13 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOsmo Nano has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Nano
59 × 72 × 28 mm
124 g (0.27 lb / 4.37 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
HERO13 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)
Osmo Nano is 13mm narrower and 6mm thinner than HERO13 Black but it is also 21mm taller.
Osmo Nano is 3 g heavier than HERO13 Black.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm Osmo Nano · 34mm HERO13 Black
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Nano
59 × 72 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
HERO13 Black
72 × 51 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo Nano
59 × 28 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
HERO13 Black
72 × 34 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
Osmo Nano
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Stabilization modes
Adds RockSteady 3.0, HorizonBalancing
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 59.1, 71.7, 28
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
35 MP vs 27.6 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
HERO13 Black
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC
Stabilization modes
Adds HyperSmooth 6.0, 360° Horizon Lock, AutoBoost
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6
Battery capacity
1900 mAh vs 530 mAh — higher is better
Card types
Adds microSDHC, microSDXC
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Battery runtime
150 min vs 90 min — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 240 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Nano
Pros
- ✓52g camera body
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor
- ✓4K 120fps slow motion
- ✓10m waterproof camera body
Cons
- –Dock is only IPX4
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
- –Smaller battery in camera body
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
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 wildlife, Osmo Nano or HERO13 Black?
HERO13 Black scores 5.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for Osmo Nano — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Nano and HERO13 Black?
Osmo Nano is 35 MP and HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP, so the Osmo Nano captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Nano and HERO13 Black?
Osmo Nano uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic), while HERO13 Black does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Nano or the HERO13 Black?
Osmo Nano reaches 15 fps electronic. HERO13 Black reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Nano and HERO13 Black?
Osmo Nano weighs 124 g and HERO13 Black weighs 121 g, so the HERO13 Black is 3 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Nano and HERO13 Black record 4K video?
Osmo Nano: 4K up to 60p. HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Osmo Nano and HERO13 Black weather sealed?
Osmo Nano: Yes. HERO13 Black: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Nano is rated for about 90 minutes of continuous recording and HERO13 Black for about 150 minutes, giving the HERO13 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Nano launched at $299 and HERO13 Black at $399. The Osmo Nano is $100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and GoPro press materials.