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
Nikon
COOLPIX P1000
125x superzoom bridge with 24–3000mm equivalent reach, RAW, and 4K — the ultimate birding compact.
$999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2018
MISSION 1 PRO is 7.8 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
COOLPIX P1000
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BCOOLPIX P1000 has lower AF low-light limit (-8.5 EV vs 0 EV)
- BCOOLPIX P1000 has higher AF points / zones (493 vs 0)
- BCOOLPIX P1000 has higher AF frame coverage (90 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower Weight (207 g vs 1415 g)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 29.97 fps)
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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COOLPIX P1000
146 × 119 × 181 mm
1415 g (3.12 lb / 49.91 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 68mm narrower, 69mm shorter, and 154mm thinner than COOLPIX P1000.
MISSION 1 PRO is 1208 g lighter than COOLPIX P1000.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 181mm COOLPIX P1000
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
COOLPIX P1000
146 × 119 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 28 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
COOLPIX P1000
146 × 181 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
Weight
207 g vs 1415 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
COOLPIX P1000
AF low-light limit
-8.5 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
493 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
90 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 146.3, 118.8, 181.3
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Codecs
Adds H.264, MPEG-4
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
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
COOLPIX P1000
Pros
- ✓125x 24–3000mm zoom
- ✓RAW support
- ✓4K video
- ✓Incredible reach
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Very large body
- –Slow at tele end
Decided which one is right for you?
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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 COOLPIX P1000?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for COOLPIX P1000 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX P1000?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and COOLPIX P1000 is 16 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX P1000 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while COOLPIX P1000 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the COOLPIX P1000?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. COOLPIX P1000 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX P1000?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and COOLPIX P1000 weighs 1415 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 1208 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX P1000 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. COOLPIX P1000: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and COOLPIX P1000 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. COOLPIX P1000: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 250 shots for the COOLPIX P1000, giving the MISSION 1 PRO the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and COOLPIX P1000 at $999. The MISSION 1 PRO is $299 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 Nikon press materials.