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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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    General

    General specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    BrandGoProGoProInsta360Insta360
    ModelHERO12 BlackHERO13 BlackGO 3SX4

    Design

    Design specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Dimensions71.8 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
    Weight154g (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

    Display specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    DisplayRear: 2.27" Touch Display Front: 1.4" Color DisplayRear: 2.27" Touch Display Front: 1.4" Color DisplayCamera has no built-in screen; flip touchscreen on Action PodLCD touchscreen
    Screen sizeFront: 1.4 inches; rear touch display: 2.27 inchesFront: 1.4 inches; rear touch display: 2.27 inchesAction Pod: 2.2-inch flip touchscreen1.33 × 2.11in (33.9 × 53.7mm) (2.5in)
    Screen resolutionNot specifiedNot specifiedAction Pod display pixel density: 325 ppi440 × 696 pixels
    Display protectionNot specifiedNot specifiedNot specifiedCorning Gorilla Glass touchscreen

    Battery & Charging

    Battery & Charging specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    ChargingUSB-C chargingUSB-C chargingGO 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 minsCharge to 80% in 38 minutes (9V 2A) Charge to 100% in 55 minutes (9V 2A)

    Connectivity

    Connectivity specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    USBUSB-CUSB-CType-C USB2.0Type-C USB 3.0
    BluetoothBluetooth connectivity and wireless audio support for compatible earbuds, headphones and microphonesBLE 5.3BLE 5.0BLE 5.2
    Wi-FiWi-Fi connectivity; Quik app connection and cloud auto-upload with eligible subscriptionWi-Fi 6; 2.4GHZ; 5GHz; 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax5GHz 802.11a/n/ac5GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
    GPSNot specifiedBuilt-in GPS; telemetry overlaysNot specifiedNot specified

    Durability

    Durability specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Water resistance10m (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 mIPX8; Camera only: 33ft (10m) With Dive Case: 164ft (50m)

    Identity & body

    Identity & body specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Released2023202413 June 202416 April 2024
    Camera typeStandard action cameraStandard action cameraMini / wearable action camera360 camera
    Operating temperature-10° C - 35° C-10° C - 35° CGO 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

    Camera & imaging specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Megapixels27.13 MP photos; sensor has 27.6 MP active pixels27.13 MP photos; sensor has 27.6 MP active pixelsNot specified72 / 18 MP (mode dependent)
    Sensor1/1.9" CMOS 27.6 MP active pixels (5599x4927)1/1.9" CMOS 27.6 MP active pixels (5599x4927)Image sensorDual sensors
    Sensor size1/1.9-inch1/1.9-inch1/2.3-inch1/2 inches
    LensHyperView SuperView Wide Linear Linear + Horizon Lock / LevelingHyperView SuperView Wide Linear Linear + Horizon Lock / LevelingNot specifiedNot specified
    Aperturef/2.5F2.5F2.8F1.9
    Field of view (FOV)156° in 8:7 aspect ratioNot specifiedNot specified360° spherical capture; single-lens FOV depends on mode
    35mm equivalent focal lengthMin = 12mm Max = 39mmMin = 12mm Max = 39mm16mm6.7mm
    Photo max resolution27.13MP (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 resolution5.3K (16:9) at up to 60 fps5.3K (16:9) at up to 60 fps4K at 30 fps360: 8K at 30 fps; single-lens: 4K at 60 fps
    Video modes / frame rates5.3K (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 fps5.3K (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 fpsVideo 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@24/25/30/50fps360º 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 motion8x - 2.7K; 1080p 4x - 4K 2x - 5.3K8x - 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 5s2.7K at 100 fps; 1080p at 120 / 200 fps360 recording up to 4K at 100 fps; Me Mode up to 2.7K / 1080p at 120 fps
    Video formats / codecsMP4; H.265 / HEVCMP4; H.265 / HEVCMP4; H.264Single-Lens Mode: MP4 360: INSV; H.264, H.265
    Color profiles / HDR8-bit / 10-bit video; GP-Log with LUT support; HDR video at supported 5.3K and 4K settings8-bit / 10-bit video (10-bit at 4K and higher); HLG HDR; GP-LogStandard, Vivid, Flat, PortraitStandard, Vivid, Flat
    StabilizationHyperSmooth 6.0HyperSmooth 6.0FlowState stabilizationFlowState stabilization
    Horizon leveling / lockLock: Linear + Horizon Lock Lens Leveling: In-Camera (23-27*) for 5.3K60; 4K120; 2.7K240; 1080p240 Can apply in post using Quik AppLock: Linear + Horizon Lock Lens Leveling: In-Camera (23-27*) for 5.3K60; 4K120; 2.7K240; 1080p240 Can apply in post using Quik App360° Horizon Lock via FreeFrame export360° Horizon Lock
    Shooting modesVideo; standard, burst and night photo; TimeWarp, Time Lapse, Night Lapse, Star Trails, Light Painting and Vehicle Light TrailsVideo; standard, burst and night photo; TimeWarp, Time Lapse, Night Lapse, Star Trails, Light Painting and Vehicle Light TrailsVideo: Video, FreeFrame Video, Timelapse, TimeShift, Slow Motion, Pre-Recording, Loop Recording, Interval Video Photo: Photo, HDR Photo, Interval Photo, StarlapseVideo: Video, Active HDR, Timelapse, TimeShift, Bullet Time, Loop Recording, Pre-recording Photo: Photo, HDR Photo, Interval, Starlapse, Burst

    Audio

    Audio specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    SpeakersBuilt-in speakerBuilt-in speakerNot specifiedNot specified
    Microphones3 microphones3 microphones2Not specified
    External microphone supportBluetooth 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 specifiedNot specified
    Audio modesNot specifiedNot specifiedWind Reduction, Stereo, Direction Focus· Auto Wind Reduction; · Active Wind Reduction; · Stereo; · Direction Focus
    Audio formatNot specifiedNot specified48 kHz, 24bits, AAC48 kHz, 16bits, AAC

    Platform & storage

    Platform & storage specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Operating system / platformGoPro camera firmware; GoPro Quik companion appGoPro camera firmware; GoPro Quik companion appInsta360 camera firmware; Insta360 app and StudioInsta360 camera firmware; Insta360 app and Studio
    Chipset / processorGP2GP2Not specifiedNot specified
    Internal storageNo built-in recording storage; microSD requiredNo built-in recording storage; microSD required64GB, 128GBNo built-in recording storage
    Memory card / expandable storage1x microSD™ rated class A2 V30 or higher1x microSD™ rated class A2 V30 or higherNo microSD slot; fixed internal storageUHS-I V30 speed class, exFAT format SD cards with a max storage of 1TB are recommended.

    Battery

    Battery specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Battery capacityRemovable 1720mAh Enduro BatteryRemovable 1900mAh Enduro BatteryGO 3S: 310mAh Action Pod: 1270mAh2290mAh
    Battery life / runtimeUp 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 conditionsGO 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

    Sensors & ecosystem specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Companion app / compatibilityGoPro Quik app (iOS / Android); GoPro LabsGoPro Quik app (iOS / Android); GoPro LabsInsta360 app (iOS / Android), Insta360 Studio (Windows / macOS); feature support depends on device and software versionInsta360 app (iOS / Android), Insta360 Studio (Windows / macOS); feature support depends on device and software version
    Mounting / accessory systemBuilt-In Mounting with Folding Fingers ¼-20 MountBuilt-In Mounting with Folding Fingers ¼-20 MountMagnetic mounting; Magnet Pendant, Easy Clip and Pivot Stand1/4-inch thread and quick-release mounting point
    SensorsNot specifiedNot specified6-axis gyroscopeSix-axis gyroscope
    ColorsNot specifiedNot specifiedArctic White, Midnight BlackBlack

    Camera system

    Camera system specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Optical and digital zoomUp to 2xUp to 2xNot specifiedNot specified
    Exposure control / compensation2+/-2+/-±4EV±4EV
    Focus rangeNot specifiedNot specifiedMinimum focus distance: 0.5 m23.6in (0.6m)
    ISO rangeNot specifiedNot specified100-3200100-6400
    Shutter speedNot specifiedNot specifiedPhoto: 1/8000 - 120s; Video: 1/8000 - to the limit of frames per secondPhoto: 1/8000 - 120s; Video: 1/8000 - to the limit of frames per second
    White balanceNot specifiedNot specifiedAuto, 2000–10000K2000K-10000K

    Video capture

    Video capture specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Colour bit depth8-Bit; 10-bit (4K and higher)8-Bit; 10-bit (4K and higher)Not specifiedNot specified
    Maximum video bitrate120Mbps120Mbps120Mbps200Mbps
    Video codec / encodingH.265 (HEVC)H.265 (HEVC)H.264H.264, H.265
    Livestreaming1080p60 w/HyperSmooth 4.0 + 1080p60 recording1080p30 w/HyperSmooth + 1080p60 recording/Not specified
    Webcam / UVC modeup to 1080p30up to 1080p30Not specifiedNot specified
    Colour profiles / log encodingNot specifiedNot specifiedNot specifiedStandard, Vivid, Flat

    Photo capture

    Photo capture specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Photo modesStandard Photo; Burst Photo; Night PhotoStandard Photo; Burst Photo; Night PhotoPhoto, HDR Photo, Interval Photo, StarlapsePhoto, HDR Photo, Interval, Starlapse, Burst
    Burst photo ratesAuto, 60/10, 60/6, 30/6, 30/3, 10/3, 30/1, 10/1, 5/1, 3/1Auto, 60/10, 60/6, 30/6, 30/3, 10/3, 30/1, 10/1, 5/1, 3/1Not specifiedNot specified
    Frame grabs from video24.69MP from (8:7) 5.3K Video; 21.16MP from (4:3) 5.3K Video; 15.87MP from (16:9) 5.3K Video24.69MP from (8:7) 5.3K Video; 21.16MP from (4:3) 5.3K Video; 15.87MP from (16:9) 5.3K VideoNot specifiedNot specified

    Display and controls

    Display and controls specifications comparison
    SpecificationGoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro Hero 13Insta360 GO 3SInsta360 X4 8k Camera
    Voice controlNot specified14 Commands; 11 Languages with 6 accentsNot specifiedNot specified

    Specs

    GoPro Hero 12 Black specifications

    Display

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Display
    DisplayRear: 2.27" Touch Display Front: 1.4" Color Display
    Screen sizeFront: 1.4 inches; rear touch display: 2.27 inches

    Connectivity

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Connectivity
    USBUSB-C
    BluetoothBluetooth connectivity and wireless audio support for compatible earbuds, headphones and microphones
    Wi-FiWi-Fi connectivity; Quik app connection and cloud auto-upload with eligible subscription

    Identity & body

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Identity & body
    BrandGoPro
    ModelHERO12 Black
    Released2023
    Camera typeStandard action camera
    Dimensions71.8 W x 50.8 H x 33.6 D (mm)
    Weight154g (Camera w/mounting fingers + Battery) 121g (Without Battery)
    Water resistance10m (33ft) without Protective Housing. 60m(196ft) with Protective Housing.
    Operating temperature-10° C - 35° C

    Camera & imaging

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Camera & imaging
    Megapixels27.13 MP photos; sensor has 27.6 MP active pixels
    Sensor1/1.9" CMOS 27.6 MP active pixels (5599x4927)
    Sensor size1/1.9-inch
    LensHyperView SuperView Wide Linear Linear + Horizon Lock / Leveling
    Aperturef/2.5
    Field of view (FOV)156° in 8:7 aspect ratio
    35mm equivalent focal lengthMin = 12mm Max = 39mm
    Photo max resolution27.13MP (5568x4872)
    Photo formats.jpg.gpr (RAW)
    Video max resolution5.3K (16:9) at up to 60 fps
    Video modes / frame rates5.3K (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 motion8x - 2.7K; 1080p 4x - 4K 2x - 5.3K
    Video formats / codecsMP4; H.265 / HEVC
    Color profiles / HDR8-bit / 10-bit video; GP-Log with LUT support; HDR video at supported 5.3K and 4K settings
    StabilizationHyperSmooth 6.0
    Horizon leveling / lockLock: Linear + Horizon Lock Lens Leveling: In-Camera (23-27*) for 5.3K60; 4K120; 2.7K240; 1080p240 Can apply in post using Quik App
    Shooting modesVideo; standard, burst and night photo; TimeWarp, Time Lapse, Night Lapse, Star Trails, Light Painting and Vehicle Light Trails

    Audio

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Audio
    SpeakersBuilt-in speaker
    Microphones3 microphones
    External microphone supportBluetooth wireless audio; compatible wired microphones via Media Mod or Pro 3.5 mm Mic Adapter (sold separately)

    Platform & storage

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Platform & storage
    Operating system / platformGoPro camera firmware; GoPro Quik companion app
    Chipset / processorGP2
    Internal storageNo built-in recording storage; microSD required
    Memory card / expandable storage1x microSD™ rated class A2 V30 or higher

    Battery

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Battery
    Battery capacityRemovable 1720mAh Enduro Battery
    Battery life / runtimeUp 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)
    ChargingUSB-C charging

    Sensors & ecosystem

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Sensors & ecosystem
    Companion app / compatibilityGoPro Quik app (iOS / Android); GoPro Labs
    Mounting / accessory systemBuilt-In Mounting with Folding Fingers ¼-20 Mount

    Camera system

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Camera system
    Optical and digital zoomUp to 2x
    Exposure control / compensation2+/-

    Video capture

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Video capture
    Colour bit depth8-Bit; 10-bit (4K and higher)
    Maximum video bitrate120Mbps
    Video codec / encodingH.265 (HEVC)
    Livestreaming1080p60 w/HyperSmooth 4.0 + 1080p60 recording
    Webcam / UVC modeup to 1080p30

    Photo capture

    GoPro Hero 12 Black — Photo capture
    Photo modesStandard Photo; Burst Photo; Night Photo
    Burst photo ratesAuto, 60/10, 60/6, 30/6, 30/3, 10/3, 30/1, 10/1, 5/1, 3/1
    Frame grabs from video24.69MP from (8:7) 5.3K Video; 21.16MP from (4:3) 5.3K Video; 15.87MP from (16:9) 5.3K Video

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