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Comparisons: GoPro HERO13 Black and GoPro HERO9 Black
This article compares the latest 2024 model, GoPro HERO13 Black, with the 2020 model, GoPro HERO9 Black, focusing on their video recording capabilities and body specs.
Key Factors
- Body Design and Features
Differences include interchangeable lenses and a magnetic mount.
- Stabilization Version
GoPro HERO13 Black supports Auto Boost and has broader resolution support for horizon leveling.
- Professional Features
The HERO13 Black includes professional features like timecode sync and 10-bit color support.
Major Differences in Body Design and Features
The GoPro HERO9 Black is based on the relatively modern design used up until the HERO12, but the GoPro HERO13 Black represents a significant redesign. The HERO13 Black introduces features like interchangeable lenses and magnetic charging ports/mounts, which showcase the advancements made over five years.
Although the difference isn't huge, there are also some discrepancies in image quality.
Both models support resolutions up to 5K, but at resolutions above 2.7K, the HERO9 Black supports only about half the maximum frame rate compared to the HERO13 Black. Even though the HERO9 Black can record at 60fps, providing smooth video, the HERO13 Black offers a notable advantage with features like 400FPS slow motion, making a big difference when filming action scenes.
Big Difference in Stabilization
Another major distinction lies in the stabilization features. The HERO9 Black is equipped with "HyperSmooth 3.0," the first version of HyperSmooth to introduce horizon leveling, though it only supports tilts up to 45 degrees and fewer resolutions, marking it as an early stage of horizon stabilization.
In contrast, the HERO13 Black comes with the latest "HyperSmooth 6.0." Though this version is carried over from the HERO12 Black, it includes features like Auto Boost and 360-degree horizon leveling, making it a far more mature version of HyperSmooth compared to the HERO9 Black’s initial 3.0 version.
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.
Differences in Professional Features
The HERO13 Black comes equipped with professional-level features first introduced in the HERO12 Black, such as wireless synchronization of multiple GoPros via timecode, 10-bit color video for higher fidelity, and wireless voice control, making it suitable for professional use.
While these features aren't necessary for everyone, it's important to note that the HERO9 Black lacks these professional functionalities.
Compare by shooting performance
Features | GoPro HERO13 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 | 27.60 MP | 20.00 MP |
Compare by specifications
Feature | GoPro HERO13 Black | GoPro HERO9 Black |
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Release date | 2024/09/04 | 2020/09/17 |
Chipset | GP2 | GP1 |
Image Sensor Size | 1/1.9” | 1/2.3” |
Aperture | f/2.5 | f/2.5 |
Stabilization | HyperSmooth 6.0 | HyperSmooth 3.0 |
10 Bit Color | ✔ | x |
Loop Recording | ✔ | ✔ |
Live Streaming | ✔ | ✔ |
Waterproof | 10 m | 10 m |
Max Storage Size | 1000 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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