GoPro Launches MISSION 1 PRO ILS, the World's Smallest, Most Rugged Compact Cinema Camera with Interchangeable Lenses
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GoPro (NASDAQ: GPRO) launched MISSION 1 PRO ILS, an ultra‑compact interchangeable‑lens 8K cinema camera built around a 50MP 1" sensor and GP3 processor. According to GoPro, it supports Micro Four Thirds lenses, up to 8K60 and 4K240 video, 10‑bit Log, and advanced focus tools.
MISSION 1 PRO ILS is available for pre‑order at GoPro.com at $699.99 MSRP or $599.99 for GoPro subscribers, with global retail availability from September 2. GoPro also introduced the free MISSION Monitor iOS app, and temporarily discounted other MISSION 1 Series cameras by $100 at GoPro.com.
Positive
- New 8K cinema camera launch with 50MP 1" sensor and GP3 processor
- Interchangeable Micro Four Thirds lens support enables broader professional use cases
- Subscriber pricing discount: $599.99 vs. $699.99 MSRP for MISSION 1 PRO ILS
- Free MISSION Monitor iOS app adds pro monitoring tools like LUT preview and zebra
- Extended battery runtime: over 3 hours of continuous 4K30 recording per GoPro
- MISSION 1 and MISSION 1 PRO are $100 off for a limited time
Negative
- Micro Four Thirds lenses sold separately, increasing total system cost for buyers
- No electronic lens contacts; only manual focus and manual aperture lenses are supported
- Burst Slo‑Mo at 1080p960 limited to 8‑bit and no GP‑Log2 encoding
- HyperSmooth stabilization guaranteed only with specific profiled fisheye and tested rectilinear lenses
News Explained
Pre-orders are open, but fulfillment is slated for next week, and compatible lenses are an additional purchase.
The MISSION 1 PRO ILS is in pre-order, with pre-order shipments slated to begin next week; compatible Micro Four Thirds lenses are sold separately.
The companion MISSION Monitor app is scheduled for Apple App Store availability on
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Now Available for Pre-Order at GoPro.com
MISSION 1 PRO ILS Pairs New 50MP 1" Sensor, 8K60 and Open Gate 8K + 4K Video, and Powerful + Ultra-Efficient GP3 Processor with Interchangeable Micro Four Thirds Lens System
New GoPro MISSION Monitor App Delivers Professional Monitoring Tools Including Focus Peaking, LUT Preview and Zebra Pattern
Since launching earlier this year, the MISSION 1 Series has earned editor's choice awards and other recognitions across the industry, including from Tom's Guide, Gizmodo, PCMag, Mashable, Digital Camera World, RedShark News, and The Shortcut. MISSION 1 PRO ILS also collected two awards at the pro-focused NAB Show 2026 including CineD's Best-of-Show Award.
MISSION 1 PRO ILS: A New Class of Ultra-Compact, Interchangeable-Lens 8K Cinema Camera
MISSION 1 PRO ILS gives content creators and professional filmmakers the legendary versatility of GoPro combined with the creative flexibility to pair it with the best Micro Four Thirds (MFT) compatible lens for the shot. Whether it's intricate macro details, telephoto isolation or wide cinematic framing, MISSION 1 PRO ILS adapts to capture the vision. Built around the same new 50MP 1" sensor and ultra-efficient GP3 processor as MISSION 1 PRO, it weighs just 6.95oz (197g), small enough to rig a lensed camera into tight spaces like the interior of a car with simpler, smaller rigging. The result is the world's smallest, most rugged cinema camera, at a fraction of the cost and size of comparable 8K camera systems.
MISSION 1 PRO ILS features include:
- Micro Four Thirds Lens Compatibility: Pair MISSION 1 PRO ILS with a wide variety of manual focus and manual aperture MFT lenses, or use an adapter to attach vintage lenses, PL mount cinema lenses and other specialty glass. Harness shallow depth of field, smooth focus transitions and selective focus for visuals that pull viewers in.1
- New 50MP 1" Sensor + Next-Generation GP3 Processor: The 1" sensor (1.0-type sensor) captures pro-quality results in a compact body, with a Quad Bayer 12MP mode in 4K Open Gate for even better dynamic range and low-light performance.
- Best-in-Class 8K + 4K Video With Open Gate: Capture up to 8K60, 4K240 and 1440p480, plus Open Gate modes up to 8K30 and 4K120 that use the full image sensor for maximum height and width delivering the most post-production flexibility. Switch to Burst Slo-Mo for 10-second 1080p clips at 960 fps for 32x slo-mo.2
- Professional Color and Control: 10-bit color, 10-bit Log encoding with GP-Log2, HLG HDR video, bit rates up to 240Mbps, and Timecode Sync for multi-camera shoots. Extend the camera's capabilities beyond stock modes with GoPro Labs to unlock hundreds of unreleased features, including 300Mbps bit rates and custom image stabilization.
- Focus Assist + Focus Peaking: Focus Assist magnifies the shot up to 8x on the rear touch screen to verify focus before recording. Focus Peaking uses contrasting color overlays to highlight what's in focus, with selectable highlight colors and a High Sensitivity mode for low-contrast and low-light shots.
- Emmy® Award-Winning HyperSmooth Video Stabilization: Get the smoothest possible footage across a wide variety of focal lengths without a gimbal, added gear or special editing software.3
- Built-in Professional Audio: A 4-microphone array delivers improved stereo recording and wind noise reduction, while 32-bit float audio recorded to a separate .wav file virtually eliminates digital clipping. Native multi-track recording, Automatic Gain Control, manual gain and limiting, Bluetooth® 5.3 audio and USB-C microphone support expand flexibility during capture.
- Over 3 Hours of 4K Runtime + Faster Charging: The all-new 2150mAh Enduro 2 battery delivers over 3 hours of continuous 4K30 recording and over 5 hours of 1080p30 recording on a single charge, with rapid charging for less downtime on set.4
- 50MP Photos + 44MP Frame Grabs: Shoot up to 50MP photos in Single, Interval and Burst modes, and pull stunning stills up to 44MP from 4:3 8K video using the GoPro Quik app or the non-linear editor of choice.
- Rugged, Rig-Ready Design: A weatherproof body with GoPro's trademark durability and three mounting options open MISSION 1 PRO ILS up to GoPro's lineup of mounts and accessories, from extension poles and mounting buckles for vehicle-mounted and follow-cam rigs to the Point-and-Shoot Grip, which turns it into a classic handheld camera.5
MISSION 1 PRO ILS is available for pre-order today at GoPro.com for
GoPro MISSION Monitor app: Free Professional Monitoring Tool for iPhone and iPad
Made for MISSION 1 Series cameras, the new GoPro MISSION Monitor app is a live preview solution that gives content creators and professional filmmakers the tools they need to compose shots perfectly. It connects the camera to an iPhone or iPad so creators can verify focus on a larger screen and see how a finished shot will look before capturing a single frame. The MISSION Monitor app is free and will be available on the Apple App Store® on September 2nd. Features include:
- Focus Peaking highlights in-focus elements, with the option to adjust sensitivity, intensity and color.
- Focus Assist lets filmmakers pinch to zoom in on the shot and check focus on a larger screen.
- Zebra Pattern overlays diagonal strips over the shot preview in real time as a visual guide to help avoid overexposure and dial in precise settings.
- Real-Time LUT Preview shows how a GP-Log2 shot will look after grading with provided MISSION 1 Series or custom LUTs.
- Shot Overlays display aspect ratios, customizable grid lines, and center point to make it easy to line up and frame the shot for the intended output or platform.
- Integrated Camera Controls let filmmakers start and stop recording and switch capture modes right from their device.
The GoPro MISSION Monitor app is available for free on the Apple App Store® beginning September 2nd and is compatible with devices running iOS 18 or later.
Availability
MISSION 1 PRO ILS is available for pre-order today at GoPro.com for
MISSION 1, MISSION 1 PRO, and MISSION 1 PRO Grip Edition are
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1 MISSION 1 PRO ILS is compatible with Micro Four Thirds lenses designed to cover a 1" or larger sensor with manual focus and a fixed aperture (no greater than f/4.5) or manual aperture adjustment. MISSION 1 PRO ILS does not have electronic contacts and is not compatible with lenses that require electronics to control focus, aperture and other camera features. Micro Four Thirds lenses are sold separately.
2Burst Slo-Mo (1080p960) is limited to 8-bit and does not support GP-Log2 encoding.
3 In-camera HyperSmooth video stabilization is supported with five specifically profiled fisheye lenses — Laowa 4mm f/2.8, 7Artisans 6mm f/2, 7Artisans 7.5mm f/2.8, Brightin Star 7.5mm f/2.8 and Meike 7.5mm f/2.8 — and with rectilinear MFT lenses from 6mm to 500mm. GoPro has tested rectilinear lenses up to 50mm for guaranteed performance; lenses longer than 50mm may deliver varied performance. Lenses sold separately.
4 Runtime measured at a temperature of 77°F (25°C) with a wind speed of 0.6m/sec; Bluetooth® and HyperSmooth on; front and rear LCD screens on with a 1-minute screensaver; voice control and GPS off.
5 Accessories sold separately.
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