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
JVC
GY-HC500U
Connected Cam 1-inch camcorder with 20x zoom, 4K60p ProRes 422 10-bit, HLG/J-Log1, 3G-SDI, weather sealing, and SRT streaming.
$3,395
Launch priceReleased Sep 2019
MISSION 1 PRO is 6.8 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
GY-HC500U
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGY-HC500U has lower AF low-light limit (-3 EV vs 0 EV)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 9.35 MP)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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GY-HC500U
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO and GY-HC500U share virtually identical body dimensions.
MISSION 1 PRO and GY-HC500U weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 PRO · 72mm GY-HC500U
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1 PRO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
GY-HC500U
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 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
MISSION 1 PRO
Resolution
50 MP vs 9.35 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GY-HC500U
AF low-light limit
-3 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
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
GY-HC500U
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor + 20x f/2.8–4.5 zoom
- ✓4K60p Apple ProRes 422 internal
- ✓HLG / J-Log1 HDR
- ✓3G-SDI + weather-resistant body
- ✓SRT / RTMP streaming
Cons
- –Heavy at 3.6 kg configured
- –SSD ProRes needs optional adapter
- –Premium over GY-HM250
- –9.35MP effective sensor
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and GY-HC500U at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, MISSION 1 PRO or GY-HC500U?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for GY-HC500U — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and GY-HC500U?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and GY-HC500U is 9.35 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and GY-HC500U have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while GY-HC500U has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the GY-HC500U?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. GY-HC500U reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and GY-HC500U?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and GY-HC500U record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. GY-HC500U: 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and GY-HC500U weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. GY-HC500U: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 640 shots for the GY-HC500U, giving the GY-HC500U the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and GY-HC500U at $3,395. The MISSION 1 PRO is $2,695 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.