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
X4
8K 360 action camera with dual 1/2-inch sensors, 72MP photos, 4K60 single-lens mode, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproofing.
$499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
HERO13 Black is 5 months newer.
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Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
X4
8 categories tied
Which would you choose?
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 higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- AHERO13 Black has lower Weight (121 g vs 203 g)
- BX4 has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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HERO13 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
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 82 g lighter than X4.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 38mm X4
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
HERO13 Black
72 × 51 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X4
46 × 124 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
HERO13 Black
72 × 34 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X4
46 × 38 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6
Stabilization modes
Adds HyperSmooth 6.0, AutoBoost
Card types
Adds microSDHC, microSDXC
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Weight
121 g vs 203 g — lower is better
Battery runtime
150 min vs 135 min — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X4
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 123.6, 37.6
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Active HDR
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
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Battery capacity
2290 mAh vs 1900 mAh — higher is better
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
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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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.
How does stabilization compare between the HERO13 Black and X4?
HERO13 Black does not have IBIS, while X4 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
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 121 g and X4 weighs 203 g, so the HERO13 Black is 82 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 runtime?
HERO13 Black is rated for about 150 minutes of continuous recording and X4 for about 135 minutes, giving the HERO13 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and X4 at $499. The HERO13 Black is $100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Insta360 press materials.