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GoPro Hero 12 Black
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- Sensor: 1/1.9-inch CMOS, 8:7 aspect ratio
- Video Resolution: 5.3K@60fps, 4K@120fps, 2.7K@240fps
- Photo Resolution: 27MP
- Stabilization: HyperSmooth 6.0 with Horizon Lock
- Battery Life: Up to 70 min at 5.3K30fps, 1720mAh Enduro
- Waterproofing: 10m (33ft) without housing
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth (for audio)
- Controls: 2.27-inch rear touchscreen, 1.4-inch front LCD
- File Size: Varies by mode, supports microSD up to 1TB
- Colors: Black
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GoPro Hero 12 Black Highlights
- 5.3K video recording
- Up to 60 fps frame rate
- 1,720 mAh battery
- 156° field of view
- 1.4-inch display
- .jpg.gpr photo formats
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| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | GoPro | GoPro | Insta360 | Insta360 |
| Model | HERO12 Black | HERO13 Black | GO 3S | X4 |
Design
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 71.8 W x 50.8 H x 33.6 D (mm) | 71.8 W x 50.8 H x 33.6 D (mm) | GO 3S: 25.6x54.4x24.8 mm (1.0x2.1x1.0in) Action Pod: Screen Folded: 63.5x47.6x29.5mm (2.5x1.9x1.2in) Screen Unfolded: 63.5x86.6x29.9mm (2.5x3.4x1.2in) | 46x123.6x37.6mm |
| Weight | 154g (Camera w/mounting fingers + Battery) 121g (Without Battery) | 159g (Camera w/mounting fingers + Battery) 125g (Without Battery) | GO 3S: 39.1g (1.38oz) Action Pod: 96.3g (3.40oz) | 203g |
Display
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | Rear: 2.27" Touch Display Front: 1.4" Color Display | Rear: 2.27" Touch Display Front: 1.4" Color Display | Camera has no built-in screen; flip touchscreen on Action Pod | LCD touchscreen |
| Screen size | Front: 1.4 inches; rear touch display: 2.27 inches | Front: 1.4 inches; rear touch display: 2.27 inches | Action Pod: 2.2-inch flip touchscreen | 1.33 × 2.11in (33.9 × 53.7mm) (2.5in) |
| Screen resolution | Not specified | Not specified | Action Pod display pixel density: 325 ppi | 440 × 696 pixels |
| Display protection | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Corning Gorilla Glass touchscreen |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charging | USB-C charging | USB-C charging | GO 3S: Action Pod Action Pod: Type-C GO 3S: 80% in 23 mins | 100% in 35 mins Action Pod: 80% in 47 mins | 100% in 65 mins | Charge to 80% in 38 minutes (9V 2A) Charge to 100% in 55 minutes (9V 2A) |
Connectivity
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB | USB-C | USB-C | Type-C USB2.0 | Type-C USB 3.0 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth connectivity and wireless audio support for compatible earbuds, headphones and microphones | BLE 5.3 | BLE 5.0 | BLE 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi connectivity; Quik app connection and cloud auto-upload with eligible subscription | Wi-Fi 6; 2.4GHZ; 5GHz; 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 5GHz 802.11a/n/ac | 5GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| GPS | Not specified | Built-in GPS; telemetry overlays | Not specified | Not specified |
Durability
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | 10m (33ft) without Protective Housing. 60m(196ft) with Protective Housing. | 10m (33ft) | Camera: IPX8, waterproof to 10 m; Action Pod: IPX4 splash resistance only; compatible dive case supports 60 m | IPX8; Camera only: 33ft (10m) With Dive Case: 164ft (50m) |
Identity & body
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | 2023 | 2024 | 13 June 2024 | 16 April 2024 |
| Camera type | Standard action camera | Standard action camera | Mini / wearable action camera | 360 camera |
| Operating temperature | -10° C - 35° C | -10° C - 35° C | GO 3S: -4°F to 104°F (-20℃ to 40℃) Action Pod: -4°F to 104°F (-20℃ to 40℃) | -4°F (-20°C) to 104°F (40°C) |
Camera & imaging
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megapixels | 27.13 MP photos; sensor has 27.6 MP active pixels | 27.13 MP photos; sensor has 27.6 MP active pixels | Not specified | 72 / 18 MP (mode dependent) |
| Sensor | 1/1.9" CMOS 27.6 MP active pixels (5599x4927) | 1/1.9" CMOS 27.6 MP active pixels (5599x4927) | Image sensor | Dual sensors |
| Sensor size | 1/1.9-inch | 1/1.9-inch | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2 inches |
| Lens | HyperView SuperView Wide Linear Linear + Horizon Lock / Leveling | HyperView SuperView Wide Linear Linear + Horizon Lock / Leveling | Not specified | Not specified |
| Aperture | f/2.5 | F2.5 | F2.8 | F1.9 |
| Field of view (FOV) | 156° in 8:7 aspect ratio | Not specified | Not specified | 360° spherical capture; single-lens FOV depends on mode |
| 35mm equivalent focal length | Min = 12mm Max = 39mm | Min = 12mm Max = 39mm | 16mm | 6.7mm |
| Photo max resolution | 27.13MP (5568x4872) | 27.13MP (5568x4872) | 4000x2250 (16:9) 2880×2880 (1:1) 3968x1472 (2.7:1) 4000x3000 (4:3) | Approx. 72MP (11904x5952) Approx. 18MP (5888x2944) |
| Photo formats | .jpg.gpr (RAW) | .jpg.gpr (RAW) | JPG DNG (can be exported to JPG via app or Studio) | INSP (can export via mobile app or Studio desktop software) DNG |
| Video max resolution | 5.3K (16:9) at up to 60 fps | 5.3K (16:9) at up to 60 fps | 4K at 30 fps | 360: 8K at 30 fps; single-lens: 4K at 60 fps |
| Video modes / frame rates | 5.3K (8:7) 30/25/24 fps 5.3K (16:9) 60/50/30/25/24 fps 4K (8:7) 60/50/30/25/24 fps 4K (9:16) 60/50/30/25 4K (16:9) 120/100/60/50/30/25/24 fps 2.7K (4:3) 120/100/60/50 fps 2.7K (16:9) 240/200 fps 1080 (9:16) 60/50/30/25 1080p (16:9) 240/200/120/100/60/50/30/25/24 fps | 5.3K (8:7) 30/25/24 fps 5.3K (16:9) 60/50/30/25/24 fps 4K (8:7) 60/50/30/25 fps 4K (9:16) 60/50/30/25 4K (16:9) 120/100/60/50/30/25/24 fps 2.7K (4:3) 120/100 fps 2.7K (16:9) 240/200 fps 1080 (9:16) 60/50/30/25 1080p (16:9) 240/200/120/100/60/50/30/25 fps | Video 4K: 3840x2160@24/25/30fps 2.7K: 2720x1536@24/25/30fps, 2752x1530@50fps 1080p: 1920x1080@24/25/30/50fps FreeFrame Video 4K: 3840x2880@24/25/30fps 2.7K: 2720x2040@24/25/30/50fps 1080p: 1920x1440@24/25/30/50fps Timelapse 4K: 4000x3000@30fps (Export using Insta360 Studio for optimal quality.) TimeShift 4K: 4000x3000@30fps (Export using Insta360 Studio for optimal quality.) 2.7K: 2720x2040@30fps Slow Motion 2.7K: 2720x1530@100fps 1080p: 1920x1080@120/200fps Pre-Recording 4K: 3840x2160@24/25/30fps 2.7K: 2720x1536@24/25/30fps, 2752x1530@50fps 1080p: 1920x1080@24/25/30/50fps Loop Recording 4K: 3840x2160@24/25/30fps 2.7K: 2720x1536@24/25/30fps, 2752x1530@50fps 1080p: 1920x1080@24/25/30/50fps | 360º Mode: 8K: 7680x3840@30/25/24fps 5.7K+: 5760x2880@30/25/24fps 5.7K: 5760x2880@60/50/30/25/24fps 4K: 3840x1920@100/60/50/30/25/24fps Single-Lens Mode: 4K: 3840x2160@60/50/30/25/24fps 2.7K: 2720x1536@60/50/30/25/24fps 1080p: 1920x1080@60/50/30/25/24fps Me Mode: 4K: 3840x2160@30/25/24fps 2.7K: 2720x1536@120/100/60/50fps 1080p: 1920x1080@120/100/60/50fps |
| Slow motion | 8x - 2.7K; 1080p 4x - 4K 2x - 5.3K | 8x - 2.7K; 1080p 4x - 4K 2x - 5.3K Burst Slo-Mo: 13x (400fps) - 720p for 15s 12x (360fps) - 900p for 15s 4x - 5.3K for 5s | 2.7K at 100 fps; 1080p at 120 / 200 fps | 360 recording up to 4K at 100 fps; Me Mode up to 2.7K / 1080p at 120 fps |
| Video formats / codecs | MP4; H.265 / HEVC | MP4; H.265 / HEVC | MP4; H.264 | Single-Lens Mode: MP4 360: INSV; H.264, H.265 |
| Color profiles / HDR | 8-bit / 10-bit video; GP-Log with LUT support; HDR video at supported 5.3K and 4K settings | 8-bit / 10-bit video (10-bit at 4K and higher); HLG HDR; GP-Log | Standard, Vivid, Flat, Portrait | Standard, Vivid, Flat |
| Stabilization | HyperSmooth 6.0 | HyperSmooth 6.0 | FlowState stabilization | FlowState stabilization |
| Horizon leveling / lock | Lock: Linear + Horizon Lock Lens Leveling: In-Camera (23-27*) for 5.3K60; 4K120; 2.7K240; 1080p240 Can apply in post using Quik App | Lock: Linear + Horizon Lock Lens Leveling: In-Camera (23-27*) for 5.3K60; 4K120; 2.7K240; 1080p240 Can apply in post using Quik App | 360° Horizon Lock via FreeFrame export | 360° Horizon Lock |
| Shooting modes | Video; standard, burst and night photo; TimeWarp, Time Lapse, Night Lapse, Star Trails, Light Painting and Vehicle Light Trails | Video; standard, burst and night photo; TimeWarp, Time Lapse, Night Lapse, Star Trails, Light Painting and Vehicle Light Trails | Video: Video, FreeFrame Video, Timelapse, TimeShift, Slow Motion, Pre-Recording, Loop Recording, Interval Video Photo: Photo, HDR Photo, Interval Photo, Starlapse | Video: Video, Active HDR, Timelapse, TimeShift, Bullet Time, Loop Recording, Pre-recording Photo: Photo, HDR Photo, Interval, Starlapse, Burst |
Audio
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speakers | Built-in speaker | Built-in speaker | Not specified | Not specified |
| Microphones | 3 microphones | 3 microphones | 2 | Not specified |
| External microphone support | Bluetooth wireless audio; compatible wired microphones via Media Mod or Pro 3.5 mm Mic Adapter (sold separately) | Bluetooth wireless audio; compatible wired microphones via Media Mod or Pro 3.5 mm Mic Adapter (sold separately) | Not specified | Not specified |
| Audio modes | Not specified | Not specified | Wind Reduction, Stereo, Direction Focus | · Auto Wind Reduction; · Active Wind Reduction; · Stereo; · Direction Focus |
| Audio format | Not specified | Not specified | 48 kHz, 24bits, AAC | 48 kHz, 16bits, AAC |
Platform & storage
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating system / platform | GoPro camera firmware; GoPro Quik companion app | GoPro camera firmware; GoPro Quik companion app | Insta360 camera firmware; Insta360 app and Studio | Insta360 camera firmware; Insta360 app and Studio |
| Chipset / processor | GP2 | GP2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| Internal storage | No built-in recording storage; microSD required | No built-in recording storage; microSD required | 64GB, 128GB | No built-in recording storage |
| Memory card / expandable storage | 1x microSD™ rated class A2 V30 or higher | 1x microSD™ rated class A2 V30 or higher | No microSD slot; fixed internal storage | UHS-I V30 speed class, exFAT format SD cards with a max storage of 1TB are recommended. |
Battery
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | Removable 1720mAh Enduro Battery | Removable 1900mAh Enduro Battery | GO 3S: 310mAh Action Pod: 1270mAh | 2290mAh |
| Battery life / runtime | Up to 70 minutes at 5.3K60; over 1.5 hours at 5.3K30; over 2.5 hours at 1080p30 under GoPro test conditions (25°C, 0.6 m/s airflow, Wide lens, wireless and HyperSmooth on, screens on with 1-minute screensaver, voice control off) | More than 2.5 hours at 1080p/30; over 1.5 hours at 4K/30 or 5.3K/30 under GoPro test conditions | GO 3S: 38 mins GO 3S + Action Pod: 140 mins *Tested in 77°F (25°C) lab conditions at 1080p@30fps Video Mode, screen and Wi-Fi off. Run time may vary in different conditions. | 5.7K@30fps: Approx. 135 minutes 8K@30fps: Approx. 75 minutes *Measured at 77°F (25°C) in a laboratory environment with the camera settings: Recording with screen off, Wi-Fi set to Auto, High bitrate, and AI Highlights Assistant off. Actual battery life may vary under different conditions. |
Sensors & ecosystem
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Companion app / compatibility | GoPro Quik app (iOS / Android); GoPro Labs | GoPro Quik app (iOS / Android); GoPro Labs | Insta360 app (iOS / Android), Insta360 Studio (Windows / macOS); feature support depends on device and software version | Insta360 app (iOS / Android), Insta360 Studio (Windows / macOS); feature support depends on device and software version |
| Mounting / accessory system | Built-In Mounting with Folding Fingers ¼-20 Mount | Built-In Mounting with Folding Fingers ¼-20 Mount | Magnetic mounting; Magnet Pendant, Easy Clip and Pivot Stand | 1/4-inch thread and quick-release mounting point |
| Sensors | Not specified | Not specified | 6-axis gyroscope | Six-axis gyroscope |
| Colors | Not specified | Not specified | Arctic White, Midnight Black | Black |
Camera system
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optical and digital zoom | Up to 2x | Up to 2x | Not specified | Not specified |
| Exposure control / compensation | 2+/- | 2+/- | ±4EV | ±4EV |
| Focus range | Not specified | Not specified | Minimum focus distance: 0.5 m | 23.6in (0.6m) |
| ISO range | Not specified | Not specified | 100-3200 | 100-6400 |
| Shutter speed | Not specified | Not specified | Photo: 1/8000 - 120s; Video: 1/8000 - to the limit of frames per second | Photo: 1/8000 - 120s; Video: 1/8000 - to the limit of frames per second |
| White balance | Not specified | Not specified | Auto, 2000–10000K | 2000K-10000K |
Video capture
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colour bit depth | 8-Bit; 10-bit (4K and higher) | 8-Bit; 10-bit (4K and higher) | Not specified | Not specified |
| Maximum video bitrate | 120Mbps | 120Mbps | 120Mbps | 200Mbps |
| Video codec / encoding | H.265 (HEVC) | H.265 (HEVC) | H.264 | H.264, H.265 |
| Livestreaming | 1080p60 w/HyperSmooth 4.0 + 1080p60 recording | 1080p30 w/HyperSmooth + 1080p60 recording | / | Not specified |
| Webcam / UVC mode | up to 1080p30 | up to 1080p30 | Not specified | Not specified |
| Colour profiles / log encoding | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Standard, Vivid, Flat |
Photo capture
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photo modes | Standard Photo; Burst Photo; Night Photo | Standard Photo; Burst Photo; Night Photo | Photo, HDR Photo, Interval Photo, Starlapse | Photo, HDR Photo, Interval, Starlapse, Burst |
| Burst photo rates | Auto, 60/10, 60/6, 30/6, 30/3, 10/3, 30/1, 10/1, 5/1, 3/1 | Auto, 60/10, 60/6, 30/6, 30/3, 10/3, 30/1, 10/1, 5/1, 3/1 | Not specified | Not specified |
| Frame grabs from video | 24.69MP from (8:7) 5.3K Video; 21.16MP from (4:3) 5.3K Video; 15.87MP from (16:9) 5.3K Video | 24.69MP from (8:7) 5.3K Video; 21.16MP from (4:3) 5.3K Video; 15.87MP from (16:9) 5.3K Video | Not specified | Not specified |
Display and controls
| Specification | GoPro Hero 12 Black | GoPro Hero 13 | Insta360 GO 3S | Insta360 X4 8k Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voice control | Not specified | 14 Commands; 11 Languages with 6 accents | Not specified | Not specified |
Specs
GoPro Hero 12 Black specifications
Display
| Display | Rear: 2.27" Touch Display Front: 1.4" Color Display |
|---|---|
| Screen size | Front: 1.4 inches; rear touch display: 2.27 inches |
Connectivity
| USB | USB-C |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth connectivity and wireless audio support for compatible earbuds, headphones and microphones |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi connectivity; Quik app connection and cloud auto-upload with eligible subscription |
Identity & body
| Brand | GoPro |
|---|---|
| Model | HERO12 Black |
| Released | 2023 |
| Camera type | Standard action camera |
| Dimensions | 71.8 W x 50.8 H x 33.6 D (mm) |
| Weight | 154g (Camera w/mounting fingers + Battery) 121g (Without Battery) |
| Water resistance | 10m (33ft) without Protective Housing. 60m(196ft) with Protective Housing. |
| Operating temperature | -10° C - 35° C |
Camera & imaging
| Megapixels | 27.13 MP photos; sensor has 27.6 MP active pixels |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 1/1.9" CMOS 27.6 MP active pixels (5599x4927) |
| Sensor size | 1/1.9-inch |
| Lens | HyperView SuperView Wide Linear Linear + Horizon Lock / Leveling |
| Aperture | f/2.5 |
| Field of view (FOV) | 156° in 8:7 aspect ratio |
| 35mm equivalent focal length | Min = 12mm Max = 39mm |
| Photo max resolution | 27.13MP (5568x4872) |
| Photo formats | .jpg.gpr (RAW) |
| Video max resolution | 5.3K (16:9) at up to 60 fps |
| Video modes / frame rates | 5.3K (8:7) 30/25/24 fps 5.3K (16:9) 60/50/30/25/24 fps 4K (8:7) 60/50/30/25/24 fps 4K (9:16) 60/50/30/25 4K (16:9) 120/100/60/50/30/25/24 fps 2.7K (4:3) 120/100/60/50 fps 2.7K (16:9) 240/200 fps 1080 (9:16) 60/50/30/25 1080p (16:9) 240/200/120/100/60/50/30/25/24 fps |
| Slow motion | 8x - 2.7K; 1080p 4x - 4K 2x - 5.3K |
| Video formats / codecs | MP4; H.265 / HEVC |
| Color profiles / HDR | 8-bit / 10-bit video; GP-Log with LUT support; HDR video at supported 5.3K and 4K settings |
| Stabilization | HyperSmooth 6.0 |
| Horizon leveling / lock | Lock: Linear + Horizon Lock Lens Leveling: In-Camera (23-27*) for 5.3K60; 4K120; 2.7K240; 1080p240 Can apply in post using Quik App |
| Shooting modes | Video; standard, burst and night photo; TimeWarp, Time Lapse, Night Lapse, Star Trails, Light Painting and Vehicle Light Trails |
Audio
| Speakers | Built-in speaker |
|---|---|
| Microphones | 3 microphones |
| External microphone support | Bluetooth wireless audio; compatible wired microphones via Media Mod or Pro 3.5 mm Mic Adapter (sold separately) |
Platform & storage
| Operating system / platform | GoPro camera firmware; GoPro Quik companion app |
|---|---|
| Chipset / processor | GP2 |
| Internal storage | No built-in recording storage; microSD required |
| Memory card / expandable storage | 1x microSD™ rated class A2 V30 or higher |
Battery
| Battery capacity | Removable 1720mAh Enduro Battery |
|---|---|
| Battery life / runtime | Up to 70 minutes at 5.3K60; over 1.5 hours at 5.3K30; over 2.5 hours at 1080p30 under GoPro test conditions (25°C, 0.6 m/s airflow, Wide lens, wireless and HyperSmooth on, screens on with 1-minute screensaver, voice control off) |
| Charging | USB-C charging |
Sensors & ecosystem
| Companion app / compatibility | GoPro Quik app (iOS / Android); GoPro Labs |
|---|---|
| Mounting / accessory system | Built-In Mounting with Folding Fingers ¼-20 Mount |
Camera system
| Optical and digital zoom | Up to 2x |
|---|---|
| Exposure control / compensation | 2+/- |
Video capture
| Colour bit depth | 8-Bit; 10-bit (4K and higher) |
|---|---|
| Maximum video bitrate | 120Mbps |
| Video codec / encoding | H.265 (HEVC) |
| Livestreaming | 1080p60 w/HyperSmooth 4.0 + 1080p60 recording |
| Webcam / UVC mode | up to 1080p30 |
Photo capture
| Photo modes | Standard Photo; Burst Photo; Night Photo |
|---|---|
| Burst photo rates | Auto, 60/10, 60/6, 30/6, 30/3, 10/3, 30/1, 10/1, 5/1, 3/1 |
| Frame grabs from video | 24.69MP from (8:7) 5.3K Video; 21.16MP from (4:3) 5.3K Video; 15.87MP from (16:9) 5.3K Video |