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
Leica
SOFORT 2
Hybrid instant camera with digital capture, Bluetooth, internal image storage, and Instax mini printing.
$399
Launch priceReleased Nov 2023
MISSION 1 PRO is 2.6 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
SOFORT 2
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 4.9 MP)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Battery life (CIPA) (520 shots vs 100 shots)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower ISO min (native) (25 vs 100)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher ISO max (native) (6,400 vs 1,600)
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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SOFORT 2
123 × 87 × 44 mm
320 g (0.71 lb / 11.29 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 45mm narrower, 37mm shorter, and 16mm thinner than SOFORT 2.
MISSION 1 PRO is 113 g lighter than SOFORT 2.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 44mm SOFORT 2
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
SOFORT 2
123 × 87 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
SOFORT 2
123 × 44 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
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
Resolution
50 MP vs 4.9 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
520 shots vs 100 shots — higher is better
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
SOFORT 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 122.9, 86.9, 43.8
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC
Both cameras share
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
SOFORT 2
Pros
- ✓Hybrid instant workflow
- ✓Bluetooth
- ✓Creative film styles
- ✓Instax mini prints
Cons
- –Tiny sensor
- –No video
- –Instant-camera image quality
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, MISSION 1 PRO or SOFORT 2?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 10.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for SOFORT 2 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and SOFORT 2?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and SOFORT 2 is 4.9 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and SOFORT 2 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while SOFORT 2 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and SOFORT 2?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and SOFORT 2 weighs 320 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 113 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and SOFORT 2 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. SOFORT 2: 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and SOFORT 2 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. SOFORT 2: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 100 shots for the SOFORT 2, giving the MISSION 1 PRO the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and SOFORT 2 at $399. The SOFORT 2 is $301 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Leica press materials.