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HERO vs MISSION 1
Quick take: The MISSION 1 has the highest resolution at 50MP; the HERO is the most affordable.
9 specs side by side·0 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
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| Specification | HEROGoPro · 2024 | MISSION 1GoPro · 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £199Best | £529 |
| Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS | 1" CMOS (50MP) |
| Resolution | 12.0MP | 50.0MPBest |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 2.7K 60fps | 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps, 10-bit GP-Log2 |
| Stabilisation | HyperSmooth (applied in the Quik app) | HyperSmooth with 360° Horizon Lock (EIS) |
| Weight | 86gBest | 207g |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Mount | Fixed lens (15 mm-eq f/2.3) | Fixed lens (15–27 mm-eq f/2.8) |
| Memory Cards | 1× microSD (A2 V30) | 1× microSD (V30) |
Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.
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