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Insta360 Ace Pro 2vsGoPro HERO13 Black

Both are 2024 action cameras with in-camera stabilization, horizon lock and RAW photos. The decision comes down to image ambition versus value: the Insta360 carries a larger sensor and higher resolution, while the GoPro costs less and bundles GPS, 10-bit color and a front screen.

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Biggest differences

  • Sensor size

    Insta360 Ace Pro 2 leads

    +45%

    higher is better

    • Insta360 Ace Pro 20.77 in
    • GoPro HERO13 Black0.53 in

  • Max photo resolution

    Insta360 Ace Pro 2 leads

    +84%

    higher is better

    • Insta360 Ace Pro 250 MP
    • GoPro HERO13 Black27.13 MP

  • Max video bitrate

    Insta360 Ace Pro 2 leads

    +50%

    higher is better

    • Insta360 Ace Pro 2180 Mbps
    • GoPro HERO13 Black120 Mbps

  • Front screen size

    GoPro HERO13 Black leads

    +1.4 in

    higher is better

    • Insta360 Ace Pro 20 in
    • GoPro HERO13 Black1.4 in

Where each one wins

  • Insta360 Ace Pro 2

    • Sensor size
    • Field of view
    • Max video resolution
    • Max video bitrate
    • Max photo resolution
    • Rear screen size
    • Waterproof depth
    • Min operating temperature
    • Max operating temperature
    • Claimed max recording time
    • External microphone

  • GoPro HERO13 Black

    • Launch price
    • Aperture
    • Color bit depth
    • Front screen size
    • Weight
    • Width
    • Height
    • Depth
    • Battery capacity
    • GPS
    • Wi-Fi standard
    • Live streaming resolution

What both have

  • Max frame rate at 4K120 fps
  • Max frame rate240 fps
  • Log profile✓
  • HDR video✓
  • Pre-recording✓
  • Max digital zoom2 x
  • RAW photos✓
  • Image stabilizationIn-camera
  • Horizon lock✓
  • Rear touchscreen✓
  • Waterproof depth with case60 m
  • Removable battery✓
  • Built-in storage0 GB
  • Memory card slot✓

Every spec

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SpecInsta360 Ace Pro 2GoPro HERO13 Black
Overview

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Overview specs

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Release date2024-102024-09
Launch price449 USD399.99 USD
Sensor & lens

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Sensor & lens specs

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Sensor size0.77 in0.53 in
Aperture2.6 f2.5 f
Field of view157 °156 °1
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Max video resolution8K5.3K
Max frame rate at 4K120 fps120 fps2
Max frame rate240 fps3240 fps4
Max video bitrate180 Mbps120 Mbps
Video codecsH.264, HEVCHEVC
Color bit depth8-bit10-bit5
Log profileYesYes
HDR videoYesYes6
Time-lapse modesTime-lapse, hyperlapse, night-lapse, star trailsHyperlapse
Pre-recordingYes7Yes
Max digital zoom2 x2 x
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Max photo resolution50 MP27.13 MP
RAW photosYesYes
Stabilization

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Stabilization specs

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Image stabilizationIn-cameraIn-camera
Horizon lockYesYes
Screens

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Rear screen size2.5 in2.27 in
Front screen size0 in1.4 in
Rear screen brightness900 nitsNot published
Rear touchscreenYesYes
Front touchscreenNoNo
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Body & durability specs

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Weight184 g159 g8
Width73.2 mm71.8 mm
Height53.7 mm50.8 mm
Depth39.5 mm33.6 mm
Waterproof depth12 m10 m
Waterproof depth with case60 m60 m
Min operating temperature-20 °C-10 °C
Max operating temperature45 °C35 °C
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Battery capacity1,800 mAh1,900 mAh
Claimed max recording time180 min9150 min10
Removable batteryYesYes
Claimed recording time at 4KNot published90 min11
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Built-in storage0 GB0 GB
Memory card slotYesYes
Max memory card size1,024 GBNot published
Connectivity

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GPSNoneBuilt-in
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 6
Live streaming resolutionNone1080p
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External microphoneBuilt-inAccessory12
Notes on 12 values — test conditions and caveats
  1. 1GoPro HERO13 Black, Field of view: The widest 156° view is in the full-sensor 8:7 mode; other aspect ratios are narrower.
  2. 2GoPro HERO13 Black, Max frame rate at 4K: 4K at 120 fps is in the 16:9 aspect ratio; the full-sensor 8:7 4K mode tops out at a lower frame rate.
  3. 3Insta360 Ace Pro 2, Max frame rate: 240 fps is only available in Slow Motion mode at 1080p.
  4. 4GoPro HERO13 Black, Max frame rate: 240 fps is the top continuous rate; Burst Slo-Mo goes higher but only records 15-second clips at 720p.
  5. 5GoPro HERO13 Black, Color bit depth: 10-bit colour is available when recording at 4K and higher resolutions.
  6. 6GoPro HERO13 Black, HDR video: HDR video works only up to 5.3K at 30 fps and 4K at 60 fps, not in high-frame-rate modes.
  7. 7Insta360 Ace Pro 2, Pre-recording: Pre-Recording is limited to 1440p or lower resolution.
  8. 8GoPro HERO13 Black, Weight: GoPro's figure includes the battery and the built-in mounting fingers; the camera weighs 125 g without the battery.
  9. 9Insta360 Ace Pro 2, Claimed max recording time: 180 min is claimed for 1080p24 in Endurance Mode, not for 4K.
  10. 10GoPro HERO13 Black, Claimed max recording time: GoPro's claim is 'more than 2.5 hours' recording 1080p30 on the Enduro battery; 4K30 and 5.3K30 last about 1.5 hours.
  11. 11GoPro HERO13 Black, Claimed recording time at 4K: GoPro claims over 1.5 hours of continuous 4K30 recording on one Enduro battery.
  12. 12GoPro HERO13 Black, External microphone: An external mic needs GoPro's Media Mod or Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter, sold separately.

Video

The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 shoots 8K and pushes a 180 Mbps bitrate, which gives editors more room to crop and grade before the image falls apart. The GoPro HERO13 Black tops out at 5.3K but records 10-bit color from 4K up, a bigger deal if you plan to push colors in post.

Both hit 4K at 120 fps, but the conditions matter. GoPro's 4K120 is 16:9 only, while the Ace Pro 2's 8:7 4K mode runs at a lower frame rate. Insta360's 240 fps is confined to Slow Motion mode at 1080p; GoPro's is the top continuous rate, with Burst Slo-Mo going higher for 15-second 720p clips.

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Video

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Low light and stills

The Ace Pro 2's 0.77-inch sensor is meaningfully larger than GoPro's 0.53-inch chip, so it gathers more light per pixel. That helps after sunset or indoors, where the GoPro needs more noise reduction and loses detail. Insta360 also shoots 50 MP stills against GoPro's 27.13 MP, useful if you crop photos heavily.

The GoPro counters with a slightly wider f/2.5 aperture, a marginal advantage that does not close the sensor gap. If most of your shooting happens in daylight, the difference will not matter much.

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Battery and size

GoPro's 1,900 mAh cell is larger and its body is lighter and smaller on every dimension, so it disappears into a pocket or helmet mount more easily. Insta360 claims up to 180 minutes, but only in Endurance Mode at 1080p24. GoPro's comparable claim is roughly 150 minutes at 1080p30 on the Enduro battery, and about 90 minutes at 4K30. Insta360 does not publish a 4K runtime figure, which makes direct comparison hard.

Both batteries are removable and both need a case to go past their native depth rating. The Ace Pro 2 handles heat and cold better, rated from -20 °C to 45 °C against GoPro's -10 °C to 35 °C.

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Battery and size

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Screens and handling

The Ace Pro 2 has a larger, brighter 2.5-inch 900-nit rear flip screen, which is easier to frame with in bright sunlight and handy for vlogging. GoPro gives you a 1.4-inch front screen instead, so you can see yourself without flipping anything around. Neither front screen is touch-enabled.

Both rear screens are touchscreens. If you shoot solo and need to monitor yourself, GoPro's front display is the more practical layout; the Insta360's larger rear panel favors tripod and handheld work.

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Screens and handling

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Extras and connectivity

GoPro includes built-in GPS, Wi-Fi 6 and 1080p live streaming. Insta360 offers none of those, so you need a phone or separate tracker for location data, and streaming is off the table natively.

Audio is the reverse story: the Ace Pro 2 has a built-in external microphone input, while the GoPro requires a Media Mod or Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter sold separately. If you vlog with a wired mic, that accessory cost adds up quickly on the GoPro side.

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The Verdict

Buy the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 if image quality, low-light performance and resolution headroom matter more than price. Buy the GoPro HERO13 Black if you want GPS, 10-bit color and a front screen at a lower cost. Neither is a clear overall winner; the pick depends on whether you prioritize the sensor or the ecosystem.

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Where to buy

  • Insta360 Ace Pro 2

    Best for Shooters who want the best image quality and low-light results

    View on eBay · $389.99

  • GoPro HERO13 Black

    Best for Buyers who want GPS, 10-bit color and a lower price

FAQ

Does the GoPro HERO13 Black shoot 8K?

No. Its maximum video resolution is 5.3K. The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 is the only one of the two that records 8K.

Which camera has built-in GPS?

Only the GoPro HERO13 Black. The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 has no GPS, so location data requires a separate device.

Can I plug an external microphone into both cameras?

The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 has a built-in external mic connection. The GoPro HERO13 Black needs GoPro's Media Mod or Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter, sold separately.

Which has better battery life?

Insta360 claims up to 180 minutes at 1080p24 in Endurance Mode; GoPro claims roughly 150 minutes at 1080p30 on the Enduro battery. At 4K30, GoPro claims about 90 minutes, and Insta360 does not publish a comparable figure.

Do both cameras shoot 10-bit color?

No. The GoPro HERO13 Black records 10-bit color at 4K and above. The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 is 8-bit only.

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