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-Z300
Flagship 3-CMOS XDCAM with 1/2-inch Exmor R sensors, 17x f/1.9 zoom, AI subject AF, 4K60p, flexible LCD arm, and content authentication.
$8,298
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
MISSION 1 PRO is 8 months newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
PXW-Z300
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BPXW-Z300 has lower AF low-light limit (-4 EV vs 0 EV)
- BPXW-Z300 has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BPXW-Z300 has higher AF frame coverage (94 % vs 0 %)
- BPXW-Z300 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 8.3 MP)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PXW-Z300
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 56mm narrower, 41mm shorter, and 44mm thinner than PXW-Z300.
MISSION 1 PRO is 373 g lighter than PXW-Z300.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 72mm PXW-Z300
Sensor size, to scale
PXW-Z300
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 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
Resolution
50 MP vs 8.3 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Weight
207 g vs 580 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z300
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
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
PXW-Z300
Pros
- ✓3× 1/2-inch 4K Exmor R 3CMOS
- ✓17x f/1.9 constant aperture zoom
- ✓AI subject recognition + auto framing
- ✓4K60p XAVC Intra/Long + MPEG HD422
- ✓Electronic variable ND + 12G-SDI
Cons
- –Premium flagship pricing
- –3CMOS not single large sensor
- –Heavy at 2.6 kg body-only
- –New platform learning curve
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z300 at major authorized retailers.
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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 PXW-Z300?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 7.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for PXW-Z300 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z300?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and PXW-Z300 is 8.3 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z300 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while PXW-Z300 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the PXW-Z300?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z300 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z300?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and PXW-Z300 weighs 580 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 373 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z300 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. PXW-Z300: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and PXW-Z300 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. PXW-Z300: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 520 shots for the PXW-Z300, giving the PXW-Z300 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and PXW-Z300 at $8,298. The MISSION 1 PRO is $7,598 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Sony press materials.