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
HC-V770
Compact Full HD camcorder with 1/2.3-inch BSI MOS sensor, 20x 29.5–612mm zoom, HDR movie mode, 5-axis HYBRID O.I.S., and Wi-Fi.
$699
Launch priceReleased Jan 2015
MISSION 1 is 11.4 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1
Wins
HC-V770
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BHC-V770 has lower AF low-light limit (-4 EV vs 0 EV)
- BHC-V770 has higher AF points / zones (225 vs 0)
- BHC-V770 has higher AF frame coverage (90 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AMISSION 1 has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 6.03 MP)
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
HC-V770
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
MISSION 1 and HC-V770 share virtually identical body dimensions.
MISSION 1 and HC-V770 weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 · 72mm HC-V770
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
HC-V770
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
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 6.03 MP — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only MISSION 1 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only MISSION 1 supports it
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only MISSION 1 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only MISSION 1 supports it
Weather sealing
Only MISSION 1 supports it
Reasons to choose
HC-V770
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
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
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
HC-V770
Pros
- ✓True pocket-friendly 353g body
- ✓20x optical zoom with OIS
- ✓HDR (High Dynamic Range) movie mode
- ✓Wi-Fi + twin camera (via app)
- ✓Affordable event/travel option
Cons
- –Full HD only (no 4K)
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Consumer controls only
- –Superseded by 4K models
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 landscape, MISSION 1 or HC-V770?
MISSION 1 scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for HC-V770 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 and HC-V770?
MISSION 1 is 50 MP and HC-V770 is 6.03 MP, so the MISSION 1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 and HC-V770 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while HC-V770 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 or the HC-V770?
MISSION 1 reaches 20 fps electronic. HC-V770 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 and HC-V770?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the MISSION 1 and HC-V770 record 4K video?
MISSION 1: 4K up to 60p. HC-V770: 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 and HC-V770 weather sealed?
MISSION 1: Yes. HC-V770: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 and 640 shots for the HC-V770, giving the HC-V770 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 launched at $600 and HC-V770 at $699. The MISSION 1 is $99 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.