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
D810
36MP full-frame DSLR workhorse prized for landscape, studio, and commercial stills.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Jun 2014
MISSION 1 PRO is 11.9 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
D810
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BD810 has lower AF low-light limit (-2 EV vs 0 EV)
- BD810 has higher AF points / zones (51 vs 0)
- BD810 has higher AF frame coverage (90 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 42 Mbps)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 50 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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D810
146 × 123 × 82 mm
980 g (2.16 lb / 34.57 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 68mm narrower, 73mm shorter, and 54mm thinner than D810.
MISSION 1 PRO is 773 g lighter than D810.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 82mm D810
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
D810
146 × 123 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
D810
146 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
D810
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
MISSION 1 PRO: mount data unavailable
D810
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
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
MISSION 1 PRO
Codecs
Adds MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 42 Mbps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 50 fps — higher is better
Weight
207 g vs 980 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
25 vs 64 — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
D810
AF low-light limit
-2 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
51 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
90 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, MPEG-4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 146, 123, 81.5
Card types
Adds SD, CompactFlash
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
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
D810
Pros
- ✓36MP no OPLF
- ✓Excellent dynamic range
- ✓Pro F-mount ecosystem
Cons
- –Superseded by D850
- –Slow live view AF
- –Heavy
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and D810 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 sports, MISSION 1 PRO or D810?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for D810 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and D810?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and D810 is 36.3 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and D810 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while D810 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the D810?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. D810 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and D810?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and D810 weighs 980 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 773 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and D810 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. D810: 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and D810 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. D810: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 640 shots for the D810, giving the D810 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and D810 at $3,299. The MISSION 1 PRO is $2,599 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Nikon press materials.