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Comparisons: GoPro HERO11 Black and GoPro HERO9 Black
Compare the 2022 GoPro HERO11 Black with the 2020 GoPro HERO9 Black in terms of shooting performance, body specs, and more.
Key Factors
- Video Recording Specs
The HERO11 Black has significantly improved recording capabilities compared to the HERO9 Black.
- HyperSmooth Generation
Differences in stabilization abilities, including support for AutoBoost.
- Body Specs Similarity
Body size and supported storage capacity are almost the same.
Video Recording Specs Differ
The HERO11 Black supports 60fps even at its highest resolution of 5K, and can handle over 120fps at other resolutions, allowing for smooth video recording even at high resolutions. In contrast, the HERO9 Black supports a maximum of 30fps at 5K, and is limited to 60fps at 4K and 2.7K. This difference will be noticeable in action videos or other scenes where frame rate is crucial.
Additionally, the HERO11 Black's support for 10-bit color is a significant feature. With 10-bit color, you can achieve richer color expression and more vibrant videos.
However, for general use, 60fps is still sufficient for capturing high-quality video, making the HERO9 Black a high-spec option as well.
HyperSmooth Generations Differ
There are also differences in the built-in image stabilization. The HERO11 Black features "HyperSmooth 5.0," while the HERO9 Black comes with "HyperSmooth 3.01."
Both models have horizon lock functionality, but the HERO11 Black supports 360-degree horizon lock compared to the 45-degree limit of the HERO9 Black. Furthermore, the HERO11 Black's "HyperSmooth 5.0" includes auto boost, offering more powerful and precise image stabilization. If image stabilization capability is a priority, the HERO11 Black is the best choice.
Physical Specs are Nearly the Same
The HERO11 Black and HERO9 Black share the same body size and nearly the same weight, making them almost identical in appearance aside from internal differences. However, the HERO11 Black supports micro SD cards up to 512GB, while the HERO9 Black is limited to 256GB. This means that if you plan to record high-quality, long-duration videos, you may need to swap micro SD cards with the HERO9 Black more frequently.
Footnotes
Compare by shooting performance
Features | GoPro HERO11 Black | GoPro HERO9 Black |
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5.6K | - | - |
5.3K | 60 fps | - |
5.2K | - | - |
5K | - | 30 fps |
4K | 120 fps | 60 fps |
3K | - | - |
2.7K | 240 fps | 120 fps |
1080p | 240 fps | 240 fps |
Still Image Resolution | 27.13 MP | 20.00 MP |
Compare by specifications
Feature | GoPro HERO11 Black | GoPro HERO9 Black |
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Release date | 2022/09/17 | 2020/09/17 |
Chipset | GP2 | GP1 |
Image Sensor Size | 1/1.9” | 1/2.3” |
Aperture | f/2.5 | f/2.5 |
Stabilization | HyperSmooth 5.0 | HyperSmooth 3.0 |
10 Bit Color | ✔ | x |
Loop Recording | ✔ | ✔ |
Live Streaming | ✔ | ✔ |
Waterproof | 10 m | 10 m |
Max Storage Size | 512 GB | 256 GB |
Body Size | 71.8 * 50.8 * 33.6 mm | 71.8 * 50.8 * 33.6 mm |
Weight | 154 g | 158 g |
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