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
Released Sep 2024
Insta360
X3
5.7K 360 camera with dual 1/2-inch 48MP sensors, 72MP photos, 4K single-lens mode, and IPX8 10m waterproofing.
$449
Released Sep 2022
HERO13 Black is 2 years newer.
Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
X3
6 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AHERO13 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BX3 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 27.6 MP)
- AHERO13 Black has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- AHERO13 Black has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 6 fps)
- AHERO13 Black has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 15 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
HERO13 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
159 g (0.35 lb / 5.61 oz)
X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
HERO13 Black is 63mm shorter than X3 but it is also 26mm wider and 1mm thicker.
HERO13 Black is 21 g lighter than X3.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 33mm X3
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)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Weight
159 g vs 180 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X3
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 114, 33.1
Resolution
72 MP vs 27.6 MP — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only X3 supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
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
X3
Pros
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓5.7K60 360 video
- ✓Great value used
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –No 8K vs X4
- –Single-lens capped at 4K30
- –Older AI editing
Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, HERO13 Black or X3?
X3 scores 5.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for HERO13 Black — 72MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and X3?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and X3 is 72 MP, so the X3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the HERO13 Black and X3 have in-body image stabilization?
HERO13 Black does not have IBIS, while x3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the HERO13 Black or the X3?
HERO13 Black reaches 20 fps electronic. X3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and X3?
HERO13 Black weighs 159 g and X3 weighs 180 g, so the HERO13 Black is 21 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and X3 record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. X3: 4K up to 30p.
Are the HERO13 Black and X3 weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. X3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the HERO13 Black and 640 shots for the X3, giving the X3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and X3 at $449. The HERO13 Black is $50 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.