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-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
MISSION 1 PRO is 2.7 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
Tough TG-7
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BTough TG-7 has higher AF points / zones (25 vs 0)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 14 frames)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 102 Mbps)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 12 MP)
- 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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Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 36mm narrower, 16mm shorter, and 5mm thinner than Tough TG-7.
MISSION 1 PRO is 42 g lighter than Tough TG-7.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 33mm Tough TG-7
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
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 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
Tough TG-7
114 × 33 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 102 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7
AF points / zones
25 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Both cameras share
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-7 at major authorized retailers.
GoPro MISSION 1 PRO
OM System Tough TG-7
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, MISSION 1 PRO or Tough TG-7?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 6.5/10 versus 2.0/10 for Tough TG-7 — 4K 120p slow-motion.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-7?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and Tough TG-7 is 12 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-7 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Tough TG-7 has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the Tough TG-7?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-7?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 42 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-7 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. Tough TG-7: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and Tough TG-7 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. Tough TG-7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 340 shots for the Tough TG-7, giving the MISSION 1 PRO the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and Tough TG-7 at $549. The Tough TG-7 is $151 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 OM System press materials.