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
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
Large-format global-shutter cinema flagship with 8K VV, 120fps, and pro broadcast I/O.
$44,500
Launch priceReleased Apr 2022
MISSION 1 PRO is 4.1 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BV-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has lower AF low-light limit (-6.5 EV vs 0 EV)
- BV-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- BV-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower Weight (207 g vs 3620 g)
- BV-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
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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V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
116 × 108 × 150 mm
3620 g (7.98 lb / 127.69 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 38mm narrower, 58mm shorter, and 122mm thinner than V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV.
MISSION 1 PRO is 3413 g lighter than V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 150mm V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
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
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
116 × 108 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
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
116 × 150 mm
Sensor size, to scale
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
40.96 × 21.6 mm · Full Frame
885 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
Codecs
Adds MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
Weight
207 g vs 3620 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 35.4 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
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 HQ/MQ/LQ
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115.5, 108, 149.63
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 12 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
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
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
Pros
- ✓8K VV global shutter
- ✓120fps 8K
- ✓Pro I/O
- ✓REDCODE RAW ecosystem
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Massive data rates
- –Requires pro crew
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV 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 video, MISSION 1 PRO or V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV?
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV scores 9.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for MISSION 1 PRO — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV is 35.4 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV weighs 3620 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 3413 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV: 8K VV (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 520 shots for the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV, giving the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV at $44,500. The MISSION 1 PRO is $43,800 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 RED press materials.