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
Z CAM
E2-S6
Super 35 6K cinema box camera with 14 stops DR, EF mount, ProRes/ZRAW internal recording, and 1Gb Ethernet.
$1,995
Launch priceReleased Jun 2020
HERO13 Black is 4.3 years newer.
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Wins
HERO13 Black
Wins
E2-S6
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AHERO13 Black has lower Weight (159 g vs 1090 g)
- AHERO13 Black has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 500)
- BE2-S6 has higher Burst (electronic) (100 fps vs 20 fps)
- AHERO13 Black has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- BE2-S6 has higher Max video bit rate (300 Mbps vs 200 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
E2-S6
91 × 99 × 122 mm
1090 g (2.40 lb / 38.45 oz)
HERO13 Black is 19mm narrower, 48mm shorter, and 89mm thinner than E2-S6.
HERO13 Black is 931 g lighter than E2-S6.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO13 Black · 122mm E2-S6
Sensor size, to scale
E2-S6
23.4 × 15.67 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
HERO13 Black: mount data unavailable
E2-S6
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
Weight
159 g vs 1090 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 500 — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only HERO13 Black supports it
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
E2-S6
Codecs
Adds ProRes, ZRAW, H.265…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 91.2, 99.25, 122.25
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
100 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only E2-S6 supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only E2-S6 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only E2-S6 supports it
Max video bit rate
300 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
E2-S6
Pros
- ✓Super 35 26MP 6K sensor
- ✓6K up to 60fps / 4K up to 100fps
- ✓ProRes + ZRAW internal
- ✓14 stops dynamic range
- ✓1Gb Ethernet + HDMI
Cons
- –Rolling shutter (not global)
- –No built-in ND
- –Requires external monitor for framing
- –EF mount only (adapters for PL/MFT)
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 travel, HERO13 Black or E2-S6?
HERO13 Black scores 8.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for E2-S6 — 159g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO13 Black and E2-S6?
HERO13 Black is 27.6 MP and E2-S6 is 26 MP, so the HERO13 Black captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the HERO13 Black and E2-S6?
HERO13 Black uses HyperSmooth 6.0 (electronic), while E2-S6 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the HERO13 Black or the E2-S6?
HERO13 Black reaches 20 fps electronic. E2-S6 reaches 100 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the HERO13 Black and E2-S6?
HERO13 Black weighs 159 g and E2-S6 weighs 1090 g, so the HERO13 Black is 931 g lighter.
Do the HERO13 Black and E2-S6 record 4K video?
HERO13 Black: 4K up to 120p. E2-S6: 6K Open Gate (6244 × 4168) (max), 4K up to 100p.
Are the HERO13 Black and E2-S6 weather sealed?
HERO13 Black: Yes. E2-S6: No.
How much does each cost?
HERO13 Black launched at $399 and E2-S6 at $1,995. The HERO13 Black is $1,596 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.