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
OM System
Tough TG-6
Olympus-era rugged waterproof compact with 12MP BSI sensor, f/2.0 4x zoom, 4K30 video, 1cm macro, 15m waterproof, and TruePic VIII — predecessor to TG-7.
$449
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
MISSION 1 PRO is 6.8 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
Tough TG-6
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BTough TG-6 has lower AF low-light limit (-7 EV vs 0 EV)
- BTough TG-6 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- BTough TG-6 has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 12 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareMISSION 1 PRO
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Tough TG-6
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-6 share virtually identical body dimensions.
MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-6 weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 PRO · 72mm Tough TG-6
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1 PRO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Tough TG-6
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
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 12 MP — higher 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
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-6
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 0 % — higher 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
- ✓Weight — Both 580 g
- ✓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
Tough TG-6
Pros
- ✓15m waterproof + 2.1m shockproof
- ✓f/2.0 25-100mm equivalent zoom
- ✓1cm Variable Macro System
- ✓4K30 + 1080p120 slow-mo
- ✓Built-in GPS + fisheye converter support
Cons
- –1/2.3-inch small sensor
- –Superseded by TG-7 (no USB-C)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –Micro USB 2.0 only
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-6 at major authorized retailers.
GoPro MISSION 1 PRO
OM System Tough TG-6
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, MISSION 1 PRO or Tough TG-6?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Tough TG-6 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-6?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and Tough TG-6 is 12 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-6 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Tough TG-6 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the Tough TG-6?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. Tough TG-6 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-6?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-6 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. Tough TG-6: 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-6 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. Tough TG-6: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 640 shots for the Tough TG-6, giving the Tough TG-6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and Tough TG-6 at $449. The Tough TG-6 is $251 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.