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 Pro
Flagship action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps in 4:3, Night View mode, 32× slow motion, 20m waterproof, and 230-min cold-resistant battery.
$299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
Edge Pro is 1.1 years newer.
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Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
Edge Pro
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEdge Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- BEdge Pro has higher Waterproof depth (20 m vs 10 m)
- BEdge Pro has higher Battery runtime (230 min vs 150 min)
- BEdge Pro has higher Resolution (40 MP vs 27.6 MP)
- BEdge Pro has lower Weight (147 g vs 159 g)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Edge Pro
71 × 44 × 33 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)
HERO13 Black is 1mm wider, 7mm taller, and 1mm thicker than Edge Pro.
HERO13 Black is 12 g heavier than Edge Pro.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 33mm Edge Pro
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 Pro
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 Pro
71 × 33 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)
Stabilization modes
Adds HyperSmooth 6.0, 360° Horizon Lock, AutoBoost
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6
Reasons to choose
Edge Pro
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Codecs
Adds H.264, AVC, H.265…
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, TiltGuard, 360 Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Waterproof depth
20 m vs 10 m — higher is better
Battery runtime
230 min vs 150 min — higher is better
Resolution
40 MP vs 27.6 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 240 fps
- ✓IBIS effectiveness — Both 7 stops
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
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 Pro
Pros
- ✓4K/120fps 4:3 + 13.5 stops DR
- ✓4K/60fps Night View AI mode
- ✓20m waterproof (no case)
- ✓230 min battery; –20 °C rated
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Night View limited to 8-bit
- –Larger/heavier than Edge
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 Edge Pro?
HERO13 Black scores 8.0/10 versus 6.0/10 for Edge Pro — 159g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and Edge Pro?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and Edge Pro is 40 MP, so the Edge Pro captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the HERO13 Black and Edge Pro?
HERO13 Black uses HyperSmooth 6.0 (electronic), while Edge Pro does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and Edge Pro?
HERO13 Black weighs 159 g and Edge Pro weighs 147 g, so the Edge Pro is 12 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and Edge Pro record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. Edge Pro: 4K up to 120p.
Are the HERO13 Black and Edge Pro weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. Edge Pro: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
HERO13 Black is rated for about 150 minutes of continuous recording and Edge Pro for about 230 minutes, giving the Edge Pro the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and Edge Pro at $299. The Edge Pro is $100 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 Xtra press materials.