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
X4
8K 360 action camera with dual 1/2-inch sensors, 72MP photos, 4K60 single-lens mode, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproofing.
$499
Released Apr 2024
HERO13 Black is 5 months newer.
Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
X4
10 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX4 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 27.6 MP)
- AHERO13 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AHERO13 Black has lower Weight (159 g vs 203 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
HERO13 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
159 g (0.35 lb / 5.61 oz)
X4
46 × 124 × 38 mm
203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)
HERO13 Black is 73mm shorter and 4mm thinner than X4 but it is also 26mm wider.
HERO13 Black is 44 g lighter than X4.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 38mm X4
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 60 fps — higher is better
Weight
159 g vs 203 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X4
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 123.6, 37.6
Resolution
72 MP vs 27.6 MP — higher is better
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X4 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X4 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 8 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 20 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 120 frames
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
X4
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓4K60 single-lens mode
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –360 workflow needs reframing
- –8K runtime ~75 min
- –Larger than Ace Pro
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, HERO13 Black or X4?
X4 scores 6.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for HERO13 Black — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and X4?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and X4 is 72 MP, so the X4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the HERO13 Black and X4 have in-body image stabilization?
HERO13 Black does not have IBIS, while x4 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the HERO13 Black or the X4?
HERO13 Black reaches 20 fps electronic. X4 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and X4?
HERO13 Black weighs 159 g and X4 weighs 203 g, so the HERO13 Black is 44 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and X4 record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. X4: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the HERO13 Black and X4 weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. X4: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the HERO13 Black and 640 shots for the X4, giving the X4 the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and X4 at $499. The HERO13 Black is $100 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.