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
Insta360
GO 3S
Thumb-sized 4K POV camera with magnetic mounting, Action Pod remote preview, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof body.
$400
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
HERO13 Black is 3 months newer.
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Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
GO 3S
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AHERO13 Black has higher Battery capacity (1900 mAh vs 310 mAh)
- AHERO13 Black has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 50 fps)
- AHERO13 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AHERO13 Black has higher Battery runtime (150 min vs 38 min)
- AHERO13 Black has higher Resolution (27.6 MP vs 12 MP)
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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GO 3S
54 × 25 × 26 mm
135.4 g (0.30 lb / 4.78 oz)
HERO13 Black is 17mm wider, 26mm taller, and 8mm thicker than GO 3S.
HERO13 Black is 24 g heavier than GO 3S.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 26mm GO 3S
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
HERO13 Black
72 × 51 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3S
54 × 25 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
HERO13 Black
72 × 34 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3S
54 × 26 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
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 310 mAh — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 50 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Battery runtime
150 min vs 38 min — higher is better
Resolution
27.6 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GO 3S
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 54.4, 24.8, 25.6
Weight
135.4 g vs 159 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Waterproof depth — Both 10 m
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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
GO 3S
Pros
- ✓4K30 in a 39g body
- ✓Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
- ✓FlowState + Horizon Lock
- ✓10m waterproof (camera only)
- ✓140 min runtime with Action Pod
Cons
- –Tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Fixed 16mm lens
- –Action Pod not waterproof
- –Built-in storage only (64/128GB)
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 sports, HERO13 Black or GO 3S?
HERO13 Black scores 8.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for GO 3S — HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilization — steady handheld footage.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and GO 3S?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and GO 3S is 12 MP, so the HERO13 Black captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the HERO13 Black and GO 3S?
HERO13 Black uses HyperSmooth 6.0 (electronic), while GO 3S does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and GO 3S?
HERO13 Black weighs 159 g and GO 3S weighs 135.4 g, so the GO 3S is 24 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and GO 3S record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. GO 3S: 4K up to 30p.
Are the HERO13 Black and GO 3S weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. GO 3S: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
HERO13 Black is rated for about 150 minutes of continuous recording and GO 3S for about 38 minutes, giving the HERO13 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and GO 3S at $400. The HERO13 Black is $1 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Insta360 press materials.