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
Sphra360
8K 360-degree camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, 100MP panoramic photos, 5K single-lens mode, 10-bit X-Log, 105GB built-in storage, and Bullet Time up to 240fps.
$329
Launch priceReleased Nov 2025
Sphra360 is 1.2 years newer.
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Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
Sphra360
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BSphra360 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- BSphra360 has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 27.6 MP)
- AHERO13 Black has higher Battery runtime (150 min vs 100 min)
- AHERO13 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 100 fps)
- AHERO13 Black has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 170 Mbps)
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
Sphra360
61 × 36 × 81 mm
181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz)
HERO13 Black is 47mm thinner than Sphra360 but it is also 11mm wider and 15mm taller.
HERO13 Black is 22 g lighter than Sphra360.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 81mm Sphra360
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
Stabilization modes
Adds HyperSmooth 6.0, 360° Horizon Lock, AutoBoost
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6
Battery runtime
150 min vs 100 min — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 100 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 170 Mbps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Weight
159 g vs 181 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Sphra360
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, 360 Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 61.3, 36.3, 81
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Resolution
100 MP vs 27.6 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XTV (360 format)
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Waterproof depth — Both 10 m
- ✓Battery capacity — Both 1900 mAh
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
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
Sphra360
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video, 100MP 360 photos
- ✓1/1.1-inch sensor with f/1.9
- ✓5K 60fps single-lens mode
- ✓105GB built-in + 1TB microSD
Cons
- –~100 min battery
- –360° stitching needed
- –10m waterproof only
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, HERO13 Black or Sphra360?
HERO13 Black scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for Sphra360 — HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilization — steady handheld footage.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and Sphra360?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and Sphra360 is 100 MP, so the Sphra360 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the HERO13 Black and Sphra360?
HERO13 Black uses HyperSmooth 6.0 (electronic), while Sphra360 uses Electronic stabilization (MotionMaster + FlowState 360) (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and Sphra360?
HERO13 Black weighs 159 g and Sphra360 weighs 181 g, so the HERO13 Black is 22 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and Sphra360 record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. Sphra360: 8K 360 (panoramic) (max), 4K up to 100p.
Are the HERO13 Black and Sphra360 weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. Sphra360: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
HERO13 Black is rated for about 150 minutes of continuous recording and Sphra360 for about 100 minutes, giving the HERO13 Black the edge.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and Sphra360 at $329. The Sphra360 is $70 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.