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
RED
KOMODO 6K
Compact Super 35 global-shutter cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, Canon RF mount, 16+ stops DR, and a built-in 2.9-inch touchscreen.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
HERO13 Black is 3.9 years newer.
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Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
KOMODO 6K
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AHERO13 Black has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
- AHERO13 Black has lower Weight (159 g vs 1000 g)
- BKOMODO 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 20 fps)
- AHERO13 Black has higher ISO max (native) (6,400 vs 3,200)
- 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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 × 102 mm
1000 g (2.20 lb / 35.27 oz)
HERO13 Black is 30mm narrower, 51mm shorter, and 68mm thinner than KOMODO 6K.
HERO13 Black is 841 g lighter than KOMODO 6K.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 102mm KOMODO 6K
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
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 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
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO 6K
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 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
ISO min (native)
100 vs 800 — lower is better
Weight
159 g vs 1000 g — lower is better
ISO max (native)
6,400 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only HERO13 Black supports it
Reasons to choose
KOMODO 6K
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 102, 102, 102
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only KOMODO 6K supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only KOMODO 6K supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓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
KOMODO 6K
Pros
- ✓Global shutter Super 35 6K sensor
- ✓16+ stops dynamic range
- ✓REDCODE RAW up to 120fps in 2K
- ✓Compact 952g aluminum body
- ✓12G-SDI + integrated touchscreen
Cons
- –Single CFast 2.0 slot
- –RF mount needs adapters for PL/EF
- –Small integrated monitor
- –No in-body ND filters
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 travel, HERO13 Black or KOMODO 6K?
HERO13 Black scores 8.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for KOMODO 6K — 159g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and KOMODO 6K?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP, so the HERO13 Black captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the HERO13 Black and KOMODO 6K?
HERO13 Black uses HyperSmooth 6.0 (electronic), while KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the HERO13 Black or the KOMODO 6K?
HERO13 Black reaches 20 fps electronic. KOMODO 6K reaches 120 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and KOMODO 6K?
HERO13 Black weighs 159 g and KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g, so the HERO13 Black is 841 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and KOMODO 6K record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the HERO13 Black and KOMODO 6K weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. KOMODO 6K: No.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and KOMODO 6K at $5,995. The HERO13 Black is $5,596 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 RED press materials.