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
Sony
PXW-Z90
Palm-sized XDCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 12x Zeiss zoom, Fast Hybrid AF, 3G-SDI, dual XLR, and XAVC 4K up to 30p.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Dec 2017
MISSION 1 is 8.5 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1
Wins
PXW-Z90
11 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BPXW-Z90 has lower AF low-light limit (-4 EV vs 0 EV)
- BPXW-Z90 has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BPXW-Z90 has higher AF frame coverage (94 % vs 0 %)
- AMISSION 1 has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 14.2 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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PXW-Z90
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
MISSION 1 and PXW-Z90 share virtually identical body dimensions.
MISSION 1 and PXW-Z90 weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MISSION 1 · 72mm PXW-Z90
Sensor size, to scale
MISSION 1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
PXW-Z90
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 14.2 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z90
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
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
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 8 fps
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
PXW-Z90
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked Exmor RS (14.2MP)
- ✓273-point Fast Hybrid AF
- ✓Built-in ND (1/4, 1/16, 1/64)
- ✓3G-SDI + dual XLR handle
- ✓S-Log3 / HLG / S-Cinetone
Cons
- –4K limited to 30p
- –Small palm body ergonomics
- –XAVC 100Mbps max in 4K
- –Superseded by newer NX800/Z200 line
Decided which one is right for you?
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GoPro MISSION 1
Sony PXW-Z90
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, MISSION 1 or PXW-Z90?
MISSION 1 scores 7.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for PXW-Z90 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 and PXW-Z90?
MISSION 1 is 50 MP and PXW-Z90 is 14.2 MP, so the MISSION 1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 and PXW-Z90 have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while PXW-Z90 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 or the PXW-Z90?
MISSION 1 reaches 20 fps electronic. PXW-Z90 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 and PXW-Z90?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the MISSION 1 and PXW-Z90 record 4K video?
MISSION 1: 4K up to 60p. PXW-Z90: 4K up to 60p.
Are the MISSION 1 and PXW-Z90 weather sealed?
MISSION 1: Yes. PXW-Z90: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 and 640 shots for the PXW-Z90, giving the PXW-Z90 the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 launched at $600 and PXW-Z90 at $2,799. The MISSION 1 is $2,199 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.