GoPro
MISSION 1 PRO
Flagship compact cinema camera with 50MP 1-inch sensor, GP3 processor, 8K60 / 4K240 video, 8K30 Open Gate 4:3, GP-Log2 10-bit, and 20m waterproof rugged body.
$700
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Insta360
GO 3S
Thumb-sized 4K POV camera with magnetic mounting, Action Pod remote preview, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof body.
$400
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
MISSION 1 PRO is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
GO 3S
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Battery runtime (300 min vs 38 min)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Battery capacity (2150 mAh vs 310 mAh)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 50 fps)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 12 MP)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower ISO min (native) (25 vs 100)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 × 28 mm
207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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GO 3S
54 × 25 × 26 mm
135.4 g (0.30 lb / 4.78 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 24mm wider, 25mm taller, and 2mm thicker than GO 3S.
MISSION 1 PRO is 72 g heavier than GO 3S.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 26mm GO 3S
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3S
54 × 25 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 28 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3S
54 × 26 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
MISSION 1 PRO
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
Battery runtime
300 min vs 38 min — higher is better
Battery capacity
2150 mAh vs 310 mAh — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 50 fps — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GO 3S
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 54.4, 24.8, 25.6
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
135.4 g vs 207 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
MISSION 1 PRO
Pros
- ✓8K60 + 4K240 + 1080p960 burst slo-mo
- ✓50MP 1-inch sensor, up to 14 stops DR
- ✓8K30 / 4K120 Open Gate 4:3 reframing
- ✓GP-Log2 10-bit + 32-bit float audio
- ✓20m waterproof without housing
Cons
- –Premium pricing vs HERO13 Black
- –Fixed lens (ILS variant Q3 2026)
- –New platform — limited third-party support
- –Subscriber discount required for best price
GO 3S
Pros
- ✓4K30 in a 39g body
- ✓Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
- ✓FlowState + Horizon Lock
- ✓10m waterproof (camera only)
- ✓140 min runtime with Action Pod
Cons
- –Tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Fixed 16mm lens
- –Action Pod not waterproof
- –Built-in storage only (64/128GB)
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 wildlife, MISSION 1 PRO or GO 3S?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for GO 3S — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and GO 3S?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and GO 3S is 12 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and GO 3S have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while GO 3S does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and GO 3S?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and GO 3S weighs 135.4 g, so the GO 3S is 72 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and GO 3S record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. GO 3S: 4K up to 30p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and GO 3S weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. GO 3S: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
MISSION 1 PRO is rated for about 300 minutes of continuous recording and GO 3S for about 38 minutes, giving the MISSION 1 PRO the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and GO 3S at $400. The GO 3S is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Insta360 press materials.