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
Pentax
K-1
Original 36MP full-frame Pentax DSLR with 5-axis SR, AA filter simulator, and weather sealing.
$1,799
Launch priceReleased Apr 2016
MISSION 1 PRO is 10.1 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
K-1
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BK-1 has lower AF low-light limit (-3 EV vs 0 EV)
- BK-1 has higher AF points / zones (101 vs 0)
- BK-1 has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
K-1
137 × 111 × 87 mm
1010 g (2.23 lb / 35.63 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 3mm narrower, 20mm shorter, and 15mm thinner than K-1.
MISSION 1 PRO is 430 g lighter than K-1.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 PRO · 87mm K-1
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1 PRO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
K-1
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
MISSION 1 PRO: mount data unavailable
K-1
✓ more lensesPentax K
70+
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Weight
580 g vs 1010 g — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
K-1
AF low-light limit
-3 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
101 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 137, 110.5, 86.5
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
- ✓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
K-1
Pros
- ✓36MP full-frame
- ✓IBIS in DSLR
- ✓AA filter simulator
- ✓Weather sealed
Cons
- –Slow AF vs mirrorless
- –Heavy
- –Superseded by K-1 II
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and K-1 at major authorized retailers.
GoPro MISSION 1 PRO
Pentax K-1
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, MISSION 1 PRO or K-1?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 9.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for K-1 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and K-1?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and K-1 is 36.4 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and K-1 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while K-1 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the K-1?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. K-1 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and K-1?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 580 g and K-1 weighs 1010 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 430 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and K-1 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. K-1: 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and K-1 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. K-1: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 640 shots for the K-1, giving the K-1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and K-1 at $1,799. The MISSION 1 PRO is $1,099 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.