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GoPro Hero13 Black

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KEY FACTS
BrandGoPro
Announcement dateSep 2024
Released2024
Camera weight157 g
What We Like
+Best-in-class 5.3K60 video with 91% more resolution than 4K
+Exceptional HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilization system providing smooth footage in demanding conditions
+Burst Slo-Mo up to 400fps at 720p enables creative slow-motion capture
+HB-Series interchangeable lenses with automatic detection expand creative possibilities
+Improved 1900mAh Enduro battery provides extended runtimes in all weather conditions
+Waterproof to 10 meters without additional housing for rugged durability
Worth Knowing
−Low-light performance is limited compared to competitors with larger sensors
−Camera tends to get hot during extended recording sessions at high resolution
−Limited creative control over filmmaking settings like depth of field
−Display technology uses LCD rather than OLED like some competitors

General

Brand
GoPro
Announcement date
ⓘ
Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Sep 2024
Released
ⓘ
Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Camera weight
157 g
Read our notes on general
The GoPro Hero13 Black delivers flagship action camera performance with best-in-class 5.3K60 video, groundbreaking Burst Slo-Mo capabilities at 400fps, and award-winning HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilization that produces impossibly smooth footage. Its new HB-Series lens ecosystem with auto-detect compatibility and a higher-capacity Enduro battery make it a versatile choice for creators, travelers, and adventure enthusiasts who demand rugged waterproof durability combined with advanced video features.

Video

Additional Resolutions
4K120, 2.7K240, 1080p240
Slow Motion
Burst Slo-Mo up to 400fps at 720p, 360fps at 900p, 120fps at 5.3K
HDR
10-bit HLG HDR, HDR/HLG modes
Max video resolution
ⓘ
The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.
5.3K

Photo

Maximum Resolution
27MP
Extraction from Video
Up to 24.7MP from 5.3K footage via Quik app

Sensor

Type
1/1.9" image sensor
Processor
GP2 image processor

Stabilization

Technology
HyperSmooth 6.0 with AutoBoost
Features
360° Horizon Lock

Battery

Capacity
1900mAh Enduro battery
Runtime 1080p
2.5+ hours continuous at 1080p30
Runtime 4K
1.5+ hours continuous at 4K30
Runtime 5.3K
1.5+ hours continuous at 5.3K30

Connectivity

Bluetooth
Bluetooth connectivity for wireless mics/headphones
Charging
USB-C

Display

Rear Screen
2.27-inch LCD touchscreen
Front Screen
1.4-inch color LED screen

Durability

Waterproof
10 meters (33 feet) without housing
Build
Rugged design with hydrophobic lens

Dimensions

Width
2.79 inches
Height
2.16 inches
Depth
1.32 inches

Compatibility

HB Series Lenses
Auto-detect compatible (Ultra Wide, Macro, Anamorphic, ND Filters)
Mounting
Built-in mounting fingers, magnetic latch mount, 1/4-20 mounting threads

Software

Editing App
GoPro Quik
Compatible Editors
Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere
Features
Timecode sync for multi-camera, automatic highlight videos, cloud auto-upload

Features

Wi-Fi
ⓘ
Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly.
Yes
Depth rating
10m
360° shooting
No