Comparisons: GoPro HERO13 Black and GoPro HERO10 Black

Major Differences in Body Design and Features

The GoPro HERO13 Black features two significant updates to its body design and functionality:

1. Interchangeable lens
2. Magnetic charging port and mount

These are substantial changes compared to previous models. However, if you don’t see the benefits of the interchangeable lens or the magnetic charging port and mount, the HERO10 Black still offers decent usability with its built-in mount, making it a viable option.

Similar Image Quality, But Differences in Stabilization Features

Except for the "400FPS slow motion" on the HERO13 Black, the video resolution and frame rate of the HERO10 and HERO13 are almost identical. Considering the difference of three generations, there isn't a significant difference in terms of image quality.

However, the most noticeable difference between the two models across the three generations is in the image stabilization features.

While the HERO13 Black is equipped with HyperSmooth 6.0, which can be considered the "final form" of HyperSmooth, the HERO10 Black uses the two-generations-older HyperSmooth 4.0. HyperSmooth 4.0 also has a horizon lock feature but only up to 45 degrees. On the other hand, HyperSmooth 6.0 comes with the "Auto Boost" mode, which minimizes screen cropping while providing the maximum level of stabilization.

Summary of GoPro’s "HyperSmooth" and Its Version Differences

One of the most distinctive and appealing features of GoPro is its image stabilization technology, "HyperSmooth." This article summarizes the different versions of HyperSmooth and the functional differences between each.

In terms of stabilization, the HERO13 Black is more advanced. However, if you’re not filming intense action scenes, the HyperSmooth 4.0 on the HERO10 Black is still highly capable.

Differences in Professional Features

The HERO13 Black, like the HERO12 Black, supports professional-level features, such as "timecode-based wireless synchronization" for multiple HERO cameras, 10-bit color video for richer expression, and wireless voice control.

These features are absent in the HERO10 Black. Therefore, if you need these advanced functionalities, the HERO13 Black is the better choice.