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
Panasonic
Lumix LX100
Original large-sensor LX compact with Four Thirds sensor crop, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.
$899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2014
MISSION 1 PRO is 11.7 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
Lumix LX100
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix LX100 has lower AF low-light limit (-4 EV vs 0 EV)
- BLumix LX100 has higher AF points / zones (49 vs 0)
- BLumix LX100 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 RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 9 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix LX100
115 × 66 × 55 mm
393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 19mm wider, 25mm taller, and 17mm thicker than Lumix LX100.
MISSION 1 PRO is 187 g heavier than Lumix LX100.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 PRO · 55mm Lumix LX100
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1 PRO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix LX100
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 9 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 12.8 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
Reasons to choose
Lumix LX100
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
49 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114.8, 66.2, 55
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Weight
393 g vs 580 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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
Lumix LX100
Pros
- ✓Large sensor compact
- ✓Fast Leica zoom
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –12.8MP output
- –No touch screen
- –Older AF
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix LX100 at major authorized retailers.
GoPro MISSION 1 PRO
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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 Lumix LX100?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix LX100 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix LX100?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and Lumix LX100 is 12.8 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix LX100 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix LX100 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the Lumix LX100?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix LX100 reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix LX100?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 580 g and Lumix LX100 weighs 393 g, so the Lumix LX100 is 187 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix LX100 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix LX100: 4K up to 30p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and Lumix LX100 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. Lumix LX100: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 300 shots for the Lumix LX100, giving the MISSION 1 PRO the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and Lumix LX100 at $899. The MISSION 1 PRO is $199 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.