GoPro
HERO12 Black
1/1.9-inch action camera with HDR 5.3K60, 4K120, 2.7K240 slow-mo, HyperSmooth 6.0, and 10m waterproof body.
$349
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Xtra
Edge
Lightweight 149g action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps, 52ft waterproofing, dual touchscreens, and 180-min battery.
$199
Launch priceReleased Mar 2026
Edge is 2.6 years newer.
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Wins
HERO12 Black
Wins
Edge
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AHERO12 Black has higher Resolution (27.6 MP vs 10 MP)
- BEdge has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- BEdge has higher Battery runtime (180 min vs 100 min)
- BEdge has higher Waterproof depth (16 m vs 10 m)
- BEdge has higher Battery capacity (1900 mAh vs 1720 mAh)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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HERO12 Black
72 × 34 × 51 mm
154 g (0.34 lb / 5.43 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Edge
71 × 44 × 33 mm
149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)
HERO12 Black is 11mm shorter than Edge but it is also 1mm wider and 18mm thicker.
HERO12 Black is 5 g heavier than Edge.
Depth (front-to-back): 51mm HERO12 Black · 33mm Edge
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
HERO12 Black
72 × 34 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Edge
71 × 44 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
HERO12 Black
72 × 51 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Edge
71 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Edge
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 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
HERO12 Black
Codecs
Adds H.265/HEVC
Stabilization modes
Adds HyperSmooth 6.0, 360° Horizon Lock, AutoBoost
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 33.6, 50.8
Card types
Adds microSDHC, microSDXC
Resolution
27.6 MP vs 10 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only HERO12 Black supports it
Reasons to choose
Edge
Codecs
Adds H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC)
Stabilization modes
Adds TiltGuard, MotionMaster
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Battery runtime
180 min vs 100 min — higher is better
Waterproof depth
16 m vs 10 m — higher is better
Battery capacity
1900 mAh vs 1720 mAh — higher is better
Weight
149 g vs 154 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 240 fps
- ✓IBIS effectiveness — Both 6 stops
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
HERO12 Black
Pros
- ✓HDR 5.3K and 4K120
- ✓HyperSmooth 6.0
- ✓10m waterproof
- ✓Strong used value
Cons
- –Superseded by HERO13
- –Fixed lens
- –Smaller battery than HERO13
Edge
Pros
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor at $199
- ✓52ft waterproof (no case)
- ✓149g ultra-lightweight
- ✓3-hour battery
Cons
- –No built-in storage
- –Fixed lens
- –No pre-recording
Decided which one is right for you?
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GoPro HERO12 Black
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, HERO12 Black or Edge?
HERO12 Black scores 10.0/10 versus 8.5/10 for Edge — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO12 Black and Edge?
HERO12 Black is 27.6 MP and Edge is 10 MP, so the HERO12 Black captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the HERO12 Black and Edge?
HERO12 Black does not have IBIS, while Edge uses Electronic stabilization (TiltGuard + MotionMaster) (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the HERO12 Black and Edge?
HERO12 Black weighs 154 g and Edge weighs 149 g, so the Edge is 5 g lighter.
Do the HERO12 Black and Edge record 4K video?
HERO12 Black: 4K up to 120p. Edge: 4K up to 120p.
Are the HERO12 Black and Edge weather sealed?
HERO12 Black: Yes. Edge: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
HERO12 Black is rated for about 100 minutes of continuous recording and Edge for about 180 minutes, giving the Edge the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO12 Black launched at $349 and Edge at $199. The Edge is $150 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed August 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Xtra press materials.