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
Hasselblad
X2D II 100C
Second-gen 100MP medium format flagship with faster AF, improved IBIS, and Hasselblad Natural Colour.
$8,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
X2D II 100C is 1 year newer.
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Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
X2D II 100C
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX2D II 100C has higher AF points / zones (117 vs 0)
- BX2D II 100C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AHERO13 Black has lower Weight (159 g vs 895 g)
- BX2D II 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 27.6 MP)
- AHERO13 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareHERO13 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
159 g (0.35 lb / 5.61 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X2D II 100C
150 × 104 × 77 mm
895 g (1.97 lb / 31.57 oz)
HERO13 Black is 78mm narrower, 53mm shorter, and 43mm thinner than X2D II 100C.
HERO13 Black is 736 g lighter than X2D II 100C.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 77mm X2D II 100C
Sensor size, to scale
X2D II 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 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
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
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
159 g vs 895 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X2D II 100C
AF points / zones
117 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 104, 77
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Resolution
100 MP vs 27.6 MP — higher is better
Eye AF
Only X2D II 100C supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓IBIS effectiveness — Both 7 stops
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
X2D II 100C
Pros
- ✓100MP medium format
- ✓7-stop IBIS
- ✓Faster AF than X2D
- ✓Stunning color science
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files
- –Not for action
Decided which one is right for you?
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GoPro HERO13 Black
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, HERO13 Black or X2D II 100C?
X2D II 100C scores 8.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for HERO13 Black — 100MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and X2D II 100C?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and X2D II 100C is 100 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the HERO13 Black and X2D II 100C have in-body image stabilization?
HERO13 Black uses HyperSmooth 6.0 (electronic), while X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the HERO13 Black or the X2D II 100C?
HERO13 Black reaches 20 fps electronic. X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and X2D II 100C?
HERO13 Black weighs 159 g and X2D II 100C weighs 895 g, so the HERO13 Black is 736 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and X2D II 100C record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p.
Are the HERO13 Black and X2D II 100C weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. X2D II 100C: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the HERO13 Black and 520 shots for the X2D II 100C, giving the HERO13 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and X2D II 100C at $8,499. The HERO13 Black is $8,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.