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
PXW-Z200
AI-powered XDCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 20x G Lens zoom, 4K60/120p, 12G-SDI, XAVC MXF, variable ND, and RTMP/SRT streaming.
$3,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
MISSION 1 PRO is 1.7 years newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
PXW-Z200
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BPXW-Z200 has lower AF low-light limit (-4 EV vs 0 EV)
- BPXW-Z200 has higher AF frame coverage (94 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower Weight (207 g vs 1960 g)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower ISO min (native) (25 vs 100)
- BPXW-Z200 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to share
MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 × 28 mm
207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 × 371 mm
1960 g (4.32 lb / 69.14 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 98mm narrower, 151mm shorter, and 343mm thinner than PXW-Z200.
MISSION 1 PRO is 1753 g lighter than PXW-Z200.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 371mm PXW-Z200
Sensor size, to scale
PXW-Z200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 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 1960 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 14 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z200
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC MXF, XAVC S-I, XAVC HS…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 175.6, 201.3, 371.1
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — 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
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓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
PXW-Z200
Pros
- ✓12G-SDI + timecode in/out for broadcast
- ✓XAVC MXF / XAVC S-I / XAVC HS codecs
- ✓AI subject recognition AF + auto framing
- ✓4K up to 60p / 120p slow motion
- ✓Variable ND (1/4–1/128) + S-Cinetone
Cons
- –Premium over HXR-NX800
- –Heavy at 1.96 kg body-only
- –Some MXF features require firmware 2.0+
- –C3 Portal streaming is paid add-on
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z200 at major authorized retailers.
GoPro MISSION 1 PRO
Sony PXW-Z200
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, MISSION 1 PRO or PXW-Z200?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for PXW-Z200 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z200?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and PXW-Z200 is 14 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z200 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while PXW-Z200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the PXW-Z200?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z200 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z200?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and PXW-Z200 weighs 1960 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 1753 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z200 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. PXW-Z200: 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z200 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. PXW-Z200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 640 shots for the PXW-Z200, giving the PXW-Z200 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and PXW-Z200 at $3,999. The MISSION 1 PRO is $3,299 less.
Can't decide between two? Compare a third camera.
Add any camera to get a three-way MISSION 1 PRO vs PXW-Z200 vs X comparison.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Sony press materials.