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
Z CAM
E2-S6
Super 35 6K cinema box camera with 14 stops DR, EF mount, ProRes/ZRAW internal recording, and 1Gb Ethernet.
$1,995
Launch priceReleased Jun 2020
MISSION 1 PRO is 6 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
E2-S6
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower ISO min (native) (25 vs 500)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower Weight (207 g vs 1090 g)
- BE2-S6 has higher Burst (electronic) (100 fps vs 30 fps)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 300 Mbps)
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
E2-S6
91 × 99 × 122 mm
1090 g (2.40 lb / 38.45 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 13mm narrower, 49mm shorter, and 94mm thinner than E2-S6.
MISSION 1 PRO is 883 g lighter than E2-S6.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 122mm E2-S6
Sensor size, to scale
E2-S6
23.4 × 15.67 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
MISSION 1 PRO: mount data unavailable
E2-S6
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
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
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
ISO min (native)
25 vs 500 — lower is better
Weight
207 g vs 1090 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Eye AF
Only MISSION 1 PRO supports it
Reasons to choose
E2-S6
Codecs
Adds ProRes, ZRAW, H.265…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 91.2, 99.25, 122.25
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
100 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
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
E2-S6
Pros
- ✓Super 35 26MP 6K sensor
- ✓6K up to 60fps / 4K up to 100fps
- ✓ProRes + ZRAW internal
- ✓14 stops dynamic range
- ✓1Gb Ethernet + HDMI
Cons
- –Rolling shutter (not global)
- –No built-in ND
- –Requires external monitor for framing
- –EF mount only (adapters for PL/MFT)
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the MISSION 1 PRO and E2-S6 at major authorized retailers.
GoPro MISSION 1 PRO
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, MISSION 1 PRO or E2-S6?
MISSION 1 PRO scores 9.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for E2-S6 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and E2-S6?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and E2-S6 is 26 MP, so the MISSION 1 PRO captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and E2-S6 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while E2-S6 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the E2-S6?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. E2-S6 reaches 100 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and E2-S6?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and E2-S6 weighs 1090 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 883 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and E2-S6 record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. E2-S6: 6K Open Gate (6244 × 4168) (max), 4K up to 100p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and E2-S6 weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. E2-S6: No.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and E2-S6 at $1,995. The MISSION 1 PRO is $1,295 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 Z CAM press materials.