GoPro
MISSION 1
Compact cinema camera with the same 50MP 1-inch sensor and GP3 processor as MISSION 1 PRO, capped at 8K30 / 4K120 with Open Gate 4:3 and GP-Log2 10-bit.
$600
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Panasonic
AG-CX370
CX-series flagship with 1-inch 15MP MOS, 20x zoom, 10-bit 4K, 12G-SDI, genlock in, 4ch audio, NDI|HX2, and V-Log/HLG.
$6,995
Launch priceReleased Jul 2025
MISSION 1 is 11 months newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1
Wins
AG-CX370
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAG-CX370 has lower AF low-light limit (-4 EV vs 0 EV)
- BAG-CX370 has higher AF points / zones (225 vs 0)
- BAG-CX370 has higher AF frame coverage (90 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 15 MP)
- BAG-CX370 has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareMISSION 1
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
AG-CX370
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
MISSION 1 and AG-CX370 share virtually identical body dimensions.
MISSION 1 and AG-CX370 weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 · 72mm AG-CX370
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
AG-CX370
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
Resolution
50 MP vs 15 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
AG-CX370
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
225 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
90 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
MISSION 1
Pros
- ✓Same 50MP 1-inch sensor as PRO
- ✓8K30 + 4K120 + Open Gate 4:3
- ✓GP-Log2 10-bit + rugged 20m waterproof
- ✓Ultra-compact cinema form factor
- ✓Full GoPro mount ecosystem
Cons
- –No 8K60 or 4K240 high frame rates
- –No 1080p960 burst slo-mo
- –Fixed lens only
- –Still premium vs traditional action cams
AG-CX370
Pros
- ✓12G-SDI + genlock/timecode
- ✓4-channel independent audio inputs
- ✓NDI|HX2 IP streaming
- ✓V-Log / HLG HDR workflow
- ✓Three-ring manual lens control
Cons
- –Premium broadcast pricing
- –Large body vs HC-X2
- –NDI requires network setup
- –Successor premium over CX350
Decided which one is right for you?
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GoPro MISSION 1
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, MISSION 1 or AG-CX370?
AG-CX370 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for MISSION 1 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 and AG-CX370?
MISSION 1 is 50 MP and AG-CX370 is 15 MP, so the MISSION 1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 and AG-CX370 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while AG-CX370 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 or the AG-CX370?
MISSION 1 reaches 20 fps electronic. AG-CX370 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 and AG-CX370?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the MISSION 1 and AG-CX370 record 4K video?
MISSION 1: 4K up to 60p. AG-CX370: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the MISSION 1 and AG-CX370 weather sealed?
MISSION 1: Yes. AG-CX370: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 and 520 shots for the AG-CX370, giving the MISSION 1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 launched at $600 and AG-CX370 at $6,995. The MISSION 1 is $6,395 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.