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
Sony
Alpha 6600
APS-C with IBIS and huge NP-FZ100 battery in a compact body.
$1,399
Launch priceReleased Oct 2019
MISSION 1 PRO is 6.7 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
Alpha 6600
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 6600 has lower AF low-light limit (-2 EV vs 0 EV)
- BAlpha 6600 has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 0)
- BAlpha 6600 has higher AF frame coverage (94 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
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
Alpha 6600
120 × 67 × 69 mm
503 g (1.11 lb / 17.74 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 14mm wider, 24mm taller, and 3mm thicker than Alpha 6600.
MISSION 1 PRO is 77 g heavier than Alpha 6600.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 PRO · 69mm Alpha 6600
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1 PRO
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 6600
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
1.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
MISSION 1 PRO: mount data unavailable
Alpha 6600
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 6600
AF low-light limit
-2 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
425 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 120, 66.9, 69.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Battery life (CIPA)
810 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Weight
503 g vs 580 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
Alpha 6600
Pros
- ✓IBIS in APS-C
- ✓Excellent battery
- ✓Real-time tracking AF
Cons
- –Older than A6700
- –Single slot
- –No 4K 60p
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 6600 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 sports, MISSION 1 PRO or Alpha 6600?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 9.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Alpha 6600 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 6600?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and Alpha 6600 is 24.2 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 6600 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 6600 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the Alpha 6600?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 6600 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 6600?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 580 g and Alpha 6600 weighs 503 g, so the Alpha 6600 is 77 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 6600 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 6600: 4K up to 30p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 6600 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. Alpha 6600: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 810 shots for the Alpha 6600, giving the Alpha 6600 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and Alpha 6600 at $1,399. The MISSION 1 PRO is $699 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.