GoPro has announced two new cameras today. The first one is the Hero 13 Black, which is the successor to the ultra-popular Hero 12. Another camera was announced under the name “Hero,” a budget entry-level action camera introduced by GoPro.
Price Difference Between the GoPro Hero 13 Black and the Hero Camera
GoPro HERO13 Black Creator Edition $599 B&H Store
GoPro HERO13 Black $399 B&H Store
GoPro HERO Compact Action Camera $199 B&H Store
Lenses Price for new Gopro 13
GoPro Macro Lens Mod for HERO13 Black $129 B&H Store
GoPro Ultrawide Lens Mod for HERO13 $99 Black B&H Store
GoPro ND Filter Kit for HERO13 Black (4-Pack) $69 B&H Store
The Hero 13 Black is designed to accept dedicated external lenses from the HB series, developed by GoPro itself. However, the budget Hero model doesn’t have the option to add external lenses.
Take a Look at the Major Features of the GoPro Hero 13 Black and the Hero Camera
key features of the GoPro Hero 13 Black
- 5.3K video at 60FPS
- 120 FPS slow-motion in 5.3K, 400 FPS in 720p
- 27MP photo resolution
- HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilization
- HB-series interchangeable lenses (macro, ultra-wide, anamorphic)
- Waterproof up to 10m
- Magnetic latch mounting system
- Wi-Fi 6 for faster content transfer
- HLG HDR with 10-bit Rec. 2100
- GPS performance tracking
- Enduro battery with 10% more capacity
key features of the New GoPro HERO
- Ultra-compact, weighs 86g
- 4K video at 30FPS
- 12MP photo resolution
- 2x Slow-Mo at 2.7K 60FPS
- HyperSmooth stabilization via Quik app
- Waterproof up to 5m
- Built-in mounting fingers
- Rear 1.76″ LCD touchscreen
- Long-lasting Enduro battery (up to 100 mins recording)
GoPro Hero 13 Black vs. New Hero
| Feature | GoPro Hero 13 Black | GoPro Hero |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $688 | $348 |
| Sensor Size | 1/1.9 inch | 1/1.9 inch |
| Video Quality | 5.3K at 60 FPS, 120 FPS in 5.3K, 400 FPS in 720p | 4K Ultra HD, 1080p HD, 2x Slow-Mo |
| Weight | 158g | 86g (35% smaller, 46% lighter) |
| Waterproof Depth | 10m | 5m |
| Image Stabilization | HyperSmooth 6.0 | HyperSmooth (via Quik app) |
| Battery | Enduro battery with 10% more capacity – 75+ Min @ 5.3k at 60fps [MAX quality] | Enduro battery, 100 minutes at max quality |
| Mounting Options | Magnetic latch, Built-in mounting fingers + 1/4-20 thread | Built-in mounting fingers |
| Slow-Motion | Up to 400 FPS in 720p, 360 FPS in 900p | 2x Slow-Mo at 2.7K 60FPS |
| HDR Support | HLG HDR, 10-bit Rec. 2100 | No HDR |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (40% faster content transfer) | Standard Wi-Fi |
| Lens Compatibility | Supports HB-series lenses (ultra-wide, macro, anamorphic, ND filters) | No external lens support |
| Durability | Waterproof and durable | Waterproof, durable, ultra-compact |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes, with intuitive controls |
| Performance Tracking | GPS + Performance Stickers | No GPS or performance tracking |
| Photo Quality | 27MP photo resolution | 12MP photos |
Which GoPro Should You Buy?
Conclusion – key differences and similarities between the GoPro Hero 13 Black, feature-rich and designed for more advanced users, and the GoPro Hero, which focuses on simplicity and affordability.
One of the most important pieces of information was left out of the article. The size of the sensor has not changed compared to the previous gopro. It is also 1/1.9 in size.
Thanks, I will update it soon