Trending Now - Gopro Launches Game-changing Mission 1 Series With 8K Video
WHO:
Engadget - GoPro's senior VP Pablo Lema stated the new cameras set a "new performance bar for compact cinema cameras."
Mashable - GoPro is targeting prosumers, professionals, and content creators with the Mission 1 Series.
WHAT:
Engadget - The Mission 1 series includes a new lens design with a 159-degree native field of view, the widest in its category.
Engadget - The 50MP 1-inch sensor has large 1.6μm pixels at full resolution or 3.2μm fused pixels when operating in 4K in quad-bayer mode, allowing for higher dynamic range up to 14 stops.
Engadget - The Mission 1 Pro ILS supports in-camera HyperSmooth video stabilization with any rectilinear, prime focal length lens.
Y.M.Cinema Magazine - The MISSION 1 series is designed to support more demanding creative workflows, combining rugged, compact form factors with imaging capabilities typically associated with professional systems.
Y.M.Cinema Magazine - The MISSION 1 series will be available for preorder beginning on May 21st, with global on-shelf availability starting on May 28th, 2026.
Engadget - The Mission 1 Pro model supports video capture at 8K up to 60 frames per second (fps), 4K up to 240 fps, and 1080p up to 960 fps.
Engadget - The Mission 1 series features a new Enduro 2 battery that provides over three hours of recording time at 4K 30 fps on a single charge.
Engadget - The Mission 1 Pro ILS is described as the first action camera with an interchangeable lens mount compatible with Micro Four Thirds lenses.
Engadget - The new Wireless Mic System offers 24-bit/48kHz audio with Dynamic Noise Reduction and a wireless range of 150 meters.
Engadget - The Mission 1 Pro Ultimate Creator Edition includes the Media Mod, Wireless Mic System, Volta battery grip, and GoPro's Fluid Pro AI gimbal.
Engadget - GoPro launched the Mission 1 series, which includes three models: Mission 1, Mission 1 Pro, and Mission 1 Pro ILS.
TechRadar - The Mission 1 series represents the biggest product shake-up for GoPro in 20 years.
Engadget - The cameras feature a one-inch 50-megapixel sensor, a new GP3 processor, and support for up to 8K video.
Engadget - The Mission 1 Pro supports higher frame rates, while the Mission 1 Pro ILS includes an interchangeable lens system compatible with Micro Four Thirds lenses.
Engadget - The Mission 1 captures video at up to 8K 30 fps, 4K 120 fps, and 1080p 480 fps.
Engadget - The new cameras offer a four-mic system with 32-bit float audio and wind noise reduction.
WHERE:
Engadget - The cameras can be used in various environments, including underwater, as indicated by the Dive mode feature.
WHEN:
Engadget - The Mission 1 series was announced in April 2026.
WHY:
Engadget - GoPro aims to regain market share lost to competitors like Insta360 and DJI.
HOW:
Engadget - The Mission 1 series includes multiple intelligent capture modes such as Slow-Mo, Lapse, Sport POV, Vlog, and Open Gate.
Engadget - The cameras utilize a 5nm design for the GP3 processor, allowing for efficient power use and high-quality video capture.
Engadget - The Mission 1 series includes multiple intelligent capture modes such as subject tracking, Dive, and Low-Light.
Engadget - The cameras feature a new OLED rear display that is 14 percent larger than previous models and have raised buttons for easier use with gloves.
(UPDATED April 14, 2026 19:21 UTC)
The new Mission 1 series has been unveiled, featuring a groundbreaking lens design that boasts a 159-degree native field of view, the widest in its category. It also includes a powerful 50MP 1-inch sensor with large pixels that enhance dynamic range up to 14 stops, and supports in-camera HyperSmooth video stabilization with various lenses. Preorders for the Mission 1 series will start May 21st, with global availability set for May 28th.
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(UPDATED April 14, 2026 17:21 UTC)
The new Mission 1 Pro model has been unveiled, boasting impressive video capture capabilities of 8K at 60 frames per second, 4K at 240 frames per second, and 1080p at an astonishing 960 frames per second. It also features an interchangeable lens mount compatible with Micro Four Thirds lenses and includes a new Enduro 2 battery that provides over three hours of recording time at 4K 30 frames per second on a single charge. Additionally, the Mission 1 Pro Ultimate Creator Edition comes equipped with a Media Mod, a Wireless Mic System offering high-quality audio, and multiple intelligent capture modes like Slow-Mo and Vlog.
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(UPDATED April 14, 2026 15:22 UTC)
GoPro has launched its new Mission 1 series, marking the biggest product shake-up for the company in 20 years, with three models designed for prosumers and content creators. These cameras boast impressive features, including a one-inch 50-megapixel sensor, support for up to 8K video, and a four-mic system for enhanced audio quality, all while being versatile enough for underwater use. With the aim of regaining market share from competitors like Insta360 and DJI, the Mission 1 series also introduces intelligent capture modes and a larger OLED display for improved usability.