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
Xtra
Edge
Lightweight 149g action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps, 52ft waterproofing, dual touchscreens, and 180-min battery.
$199
Launch priceReleased Mar 2026
Edge is 1.5 years newer.
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Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
Edge
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AHERO13 Black has higher Resolution (27.6 MP vs 10 MP)
- BEdge has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- BEdge has higher Waterproof depth (16 m vs 10.1 m)
- AHERO13 Black has lower Weight (121 g vs 149 g)
- BEdge has higher Battery runtime (180 min vs 150 min)
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
Edge
71 × 44 × 33 mm
149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)
HERO13 Black is 1mm wider, 7mm taller, and 1mm thicker than Edge.
HERO13 Black is 28 g lighter than Edge.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 33mm Edge
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
Edge
71 × 44 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
Edge
71 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Edge
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 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 microSDHC, microSDXC
Resolution
27.6 MP vs 10 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only HERO13 Black supports it
Weight
121 g vs 149 g — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Edge
Codecs
Adds H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC)
Stabilization modes
Adds TiltGuard, MotionMaster
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Waterproof depth
16 m vs 10.1 m — higher is better
Battery runtime
180 min vs 150 min — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 240 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery capacity — Both 1900 mAh
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
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
Edge
Pros
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor at $199
- ✓52ft waterproof (no case)
- ✓149g ultra-lightweight
- ✓3-hour battery
Cons
- –No built-in storage
- –Fixed lens
- –No pre-recording
Decided which one is right for you?
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GoPro HERO13 Black
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, HERO13 Black or Edge?
HERO13 Black scores 5.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for Edge — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and Edge?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and Edge is 10 MP, so the HERO13 Black captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the HERO13 Black and Edge?
HERO13 Black does not have IBIS, while Edge uses Electronic stabilization (TiltGuard + MotionMaster) (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and Edge?
HERO13 Black weighs 121 g and Edge weighs 149 g, so the HERO13 Black is 28 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and Edge record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. Edge: 4K up to 120p.
Are the HERO13 Black and Edge weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. Edge: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
HERO13 Black is rated for about 150 minutes of continuous recording and Edge for about 180 minutes, giving the Edge the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and Edge at $199. The Edge is $200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed August 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Xtra press materials.