GoPro
HERO
Smallest GoPro with a screen — 86g rugged body with 4K30 video, 2.7K60 slo-mo, 12MP photos, built-in Enduro battery, and 5m waterproofing at an entry price.
$200
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
GoPro
LIT HERO
Ultra-compact lifestyle camera with integrated front-facing LED light, 4K60 slo-mo, 12MP photos, magnetic latch + folding fingers mounting, and 5m waterproof body at 93g.
$270
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
LIT HERO is 1 year newer.
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Wins
HERO
Wins
LIT HERO
12 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLIT HERO has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLIT HERO has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BLIT HERO has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 11 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
LIT HERO
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
HERO and LIT HERO share virtually identical body dimensions.
HERO and LIT HERO weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm HERO · 72mm LIT HERO
Sensor size, to scale
HERO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
LIT HERO
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
HERO
No major advantages on measured specs.
Reasons to choose
LIT HERO
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only LIT HERO supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only LIT HERO supports it
Internal RAW video
Only LIT HERO supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only LIT HERO supports it
Weather sealing
Only LIT HERO supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Touchscreen
Only LIT HERO supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 12 MP
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
HERO
Pros
- ✓Smallest/lightest GoPro with screen (86g)
- ✓4K30 + 2.7K60 slo-mo
- ✓Built-in mounting fingers
- ✓5m waterproof rugged body
- ✓Simple 3-mode interface
Cons
- –No removable battery
- –HyperSmooth via Quik app only
- –No 4K60 or 5.3K modes
- –Not compatible with HB-Series lenses
LIT HERO
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-level LED + diffuser
- ✓4K60 2× slo-mo + 4K30 4:3 vertical crop
- ✓Magnetic latch + 1/4-20 + GoPro fingers
- ✓100+ min runtime at 4K60 (light off)
- ✓Compact 93g rugged design
Cons
- –Non-removable built-in battery
- –8-bit only, fixed Protune settings
- –HyperSmooth applied in Quik app only
- –No GP-Log or 10-bit recording
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the HERO and LIT HERO at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, HERO or LIT HERO?
LIT HERO scores 6.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for HERO — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO and LIT HERO?
Both cameras share the same 12 MP resolution.
Do the HERO and LIT HERO have in-body image stabilization?
HERO does not have IBIS, while LIT HERO has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the HERO or the LIT HERO?
HERO reaches 11 fps electronic. LIT HERO reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the HERO and LIT HERO?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the HERO and LIT HERO record 4K video?
HERO: 4K up to 60p. LIT HERO: 4K up to 60p.
Are the HERO and LIT HERO weather sealed?
HERO: No. LIT HERO: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the HERO and 640 shots for the LIT HERO, giving the LIT HERO the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO launched at $200 and LIT HERO at $270. The HERO is $70 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.