GoPro Announces New MISSION 1 Line of Professional 8K and 4K Open Gate, Compact Cinema Cameras for Filmmakers, Creators and Aspiring Enthusiasts

GoPro Announces New MISSION 1 Line of Professional 8K and 4K Open Gate, Compact Cinema Cameras for Filmmakers, Creators and Aspiring Enthusiasts The World's Smallest, Lightest, Most Rugged Cinema Cameras Designed for Any Mission:

MISSION 1 PRO— Featuring a Cutting-Edge 50MP 1" Sensor; Incredible Low-Light Performance; 8K60, 4K240, and 1080p960 Ultra-High Frame Rates; 8K30 and 4K120 Open Gate Video Capture; and New GP3 Processor Delivering Category-Leading Image Quality, Battery Runtime, and Thermal Performance for Extreme Use Cases

MISSION 1 PRO ILS— A New Class of Ultra-Compact Mirrorless Cinema Camera with the Same GP3 Processor and 1" Sensor as MISSION 1 PRO, Compatible with Micro Four Thirds (MFT) Lenses for Expanded Cinematic Versatility

MISSION 1— Same as MISSION 1 PRO, but with 8K30 Video Capture; 4K120 Open Gate; 4K120 and 1080p240 Slo-Mo Frame Rates

MISSION 1 Accessory Ecosystem Includes New Wireless Mic System; Point-and-Shoot Grip and Powered Grip; Higher-Capacity Enduro 2 Battery; I/O Expansion Media Mod and More

SAN MATEO, Calif., April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRO) today announced its new MISSION 1 Series of cameras— the world's smallest, lightest, and most rugged 8K and 4K Open Gate cinema cameras. Featuring a new 50MP 1" sensor and GoPro's new, ultra-efficient GP3 processor, the MISSION 1 Series cameras deliver category-leading resolutions, frame rates, runtimes and thermal performance for mission-critical reliability in even the most demanding environments. The new series is comprised of three camera models—MISSION 1 PRO, MISSION 1 and MISSION 1 PRO ILS which features an interchangeable Micro Four Thirds lens system compatible with an even broader array of lenses via adapters.

Made for the Pursuit—the MISSION 1 Series is designed from the ground up to meet the needs of today's demanding filmmakers and creators. Whatever your mission, GoPro.

The Mission Series and pricing for the new products will be unveiled at GoPro's booth at the NAB tradeshow, April 19 -22; booth C5519.

"The MISSION 1 Series is the pinnacle of performance for low-cost, compact cinema cameras," said Nicholas Woodman, GoPro's founder and CEO. "Our most demanding, pro-minded customers have asked us for years to make this very line of cameras, and we've finally delivered. The MISSION 1 Series is designed to go to hell and back, and that's exactly where our customers are going to take them. The footage is going to look amazing."

"With the launch of the MISSION 1 Series, GoPro is entering the premium end of the digital imaging market in a significant way," said Pablo Lema, GoPro's Senior Vice President of Product. "The combination of our new 50 megapixel 1" sensor and ultra-efficient GP3 processor sets a new performance bar for compact cinema cameras, enabling resolutions, frame rates, low-light performance, runtimes and thermal capabilities never seen before in cameras this small. We expect the MISSION 1 Series to expand the creative potential of filmmakers and creators around the world, similar to the impact GoPro made when it pioneered the category for durable, ultra-capable compact cameras."

MISSION 1 Series Features

MISSION 1 Series Lineup

The MISSION 1 Series Accessory Ecosystem

The entire suite of MISSION 1 Series accessories will be available on a rolling basis beginning May 2026 through Q3 2026. GoPro will announce on-shelf availability as each accessory becomes available.

GoPro Quik App & GoPro Subscription

The MISSION 1 Series of cameras is compatible with the Quik app and associated GoPro Subscriber benefits:

GoPro customers can unlock the above with the Premium or Premium+ GoPro subscriptions, available in the Quik app or at GoPro.com.

To learn more about the new MISSION 1 Series camera lineup and ecosystem, download the GoPro Quik App or purchase a GoPro Subscription, visit GoPro.com.

MISSION 1 PRO, MISSION 1 PRO Grip Edition, and MISSION 1 will be available for preorder beginning May 21st, with global on-shelf availability starting May 28th. MISSION 1 PRO ILS, MISSION 1 PRO Creator Edition, and MISSION 1 PRO Ultimate Creator Edition will be available beginning Q3 2026. Sign up to be notified of product availability at GoPro.com.

About GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRO)

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Note on Forward-looking Statements

This press release may contain projections or other forward-looking statements within the meaning Section 27A of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. Words such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "should," "will," "plan" and variations of these terms or the negative of these terms and similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, but are not limited to, statements related to the Company's MISSION 1 Series camera lineup, product performance and specifications, market expansion into professional and premium imaging segments, product and accessory pricing and availability timing, subscription benefits, accessory ecosystem rollout, and the Company's positioning for long-term growth in the premium imaging category. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and inherently involve significant risks and uncertainties. The Company's actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of these risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, risks related to consumer demand and market adoption of the new premium product line, competition in the digital imaging and premium camera markets, product launch timing and execution, supply chain, component availability and cost, the ability to successfully enter and compete in professional and premium camera segments, and pricing and margin pressures. A further description of the risks and uncertainties relating to the business of the Company is contained in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 12, 2026. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof or as of the date otherwise stated herein. The Company undertakes no duty or obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained herein as a result of new information, future events or changes in its expectations.

1 In Endurance Mode

2 Though Enduro for HERO13 Black batteries are compatible with MISSION 1 PRO, they will not give you the extended runtimes and fast-charging capabilities of Enduro 2 for MISSION 1 PRO batteries. Only authentic HERO13 Black Enduro batteries are compatible.

3 Total recording time based on recording 4K footage (average of 5.97 hours total) at 30 frames per second with Bluetooth® on and using the combined power of a fully charged MISSION 1 Series camera with an Enduro 2 battery and Volta 2 battery grip at 77°F (25°C). Recording times may vary with HERO13 Black, HERO12 Black, camera settings and environmental conditions.

4 Measured in Level 3 Brightness Mode. Battery life may vary based on usage and other external conditions.

SOURCE GoPro, Inc.