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
RED
KOMODO-X
Global-shutter Super 35 cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, RF mount, and a larger body than KOMODO 6K.
$9,995
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
MISSION 1 PRO is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
KOMODO-X
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BKOMODO-X has lower AF low-light limit (-6.5 EV vs 0 EV)
- BKOMODO-X has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- BKOMODO-X has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower Weight (580 g vs 1190 g)
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
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KOMODO-X
129 × 101 × 95 mm
1190 g (2.62 lb / 41.98 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 10mm shorter and 23mm thinner than KOMODO-X but it is also 5mm wider.
MISSION 1 PRO is 610 g lighter than KOMODO-X.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 PRO · 95mm KOMODO-X
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
MISSION 1 PRO
134 × 91 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO-X
129 × 101 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
MISSION 1 PRO
134 × 72 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO-X
129 × 95 mm
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1 PRO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
KOMODO-X
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
MISSION 1 PRO: mount data unavailable
KOMODO-X
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
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 H.265, H.264, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Resolution
50 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
Weight
580 g vs 1190 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
KOMODO-X
AF low-light limit
-6.5 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
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW, ProRes 422, ProRes 422 HQ…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.37, 101.26, 95.26
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
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
KOMODO-X
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 6K
- ✓REDCODE RAW
- ✓Canon RF mount
- ✓Compact cinema form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Premium media costs
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and KOMODO-X at major authorized retailers.
GoPro MISSION 1 PRO
RED KOMODO-X
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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 KOMODO-X?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for KOMODO-X — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and KOMODO-X?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and KOMODO-X is 19.9 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and KOMODO-X have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while KOMODO-X does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the KOMODO-X?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. KOMODO-X reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and KOMODO-X?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 580 g and KOMODO-X weighs 1190 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 610 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and KOMODO-X record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. KOMODO-X: 4K up to 120p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and KOMODO-X weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. KOMODO-X: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 640 shots for the KOMODO-X, giving the KOMODO-X the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and KOMODO-X at $9,995. The MISSION 1 PRO is $9,295 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 RED press materials.