GoPro HERO13 Black
5.3K 60p · HB-Series mods · GP-Log
Fujifilm X100VI
40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS
Fujifilm X100VI takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, GoPro HERO13 Black lands at 89 and Fujifilm X100VI at 92. That puts Fujifilm X100VI ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick GoPro HERO13 Black if…
- ✓HB-Series modular lens system (macro, UW, anamorphic, ND)
- ✓GP-Log video support added in HERO13
- ✓5.3K 60p with HyperSmooth 6.0
Pick Fujifilm X100VI if…
- ✓Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
- ✓Compact with IBIS
- ✓Hybrid OVF/EVF
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testErgonomics
Fujifilm X100VICompared on the ergonomics sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI leads on ergonomics (96 vs 88).
Video
GoPro HERO13 BlackCompared on the video sub-score
GoPro HERO13 Black leads on video (96 vs 84).
Value for money
GoPro HERO13 BlackSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
GoPro HERO13 Black more score per dollar ($399 vs $1,599).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | GoPro HERO13 Black | Fujifilm X100VI |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 1/1.9″ CMOS, 27 MP | 40 MP X-Trans 5 HR APS-C |
| Lens | HB-Series swappable mount | Fixed 23 mm f/2 (35 mm equiv) |
| Burst | 30 fps photo | — |
| Video | 5.3K 60p · 4K 120p · 2.7K 240p | — |
| Log | GP-Log | — |
| Storage | microSD UHS-I U3 | — |
| Weight | 154 g | — |
| Water resistance | 10 m | — |
| Battery | Enduro 1900 mAh (~1.5 h at 5.3K60) | — |
| Stabilization | — | 6-stop IBIS |
GoPro HERO13 Black
- +HB-Series modular lens system (macro, UW, anamorphic, ND)
- +GP-Log video support added in HERO13
- +5.3K 60p with HyperSmooth 6.0
- −Premium app subscription gates features
- −Lens swaps require careful seating
- −Subjective look unchanged from HERO12
Fujifilm X100VI
- +Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
- +Compact with IBIS
- +Hybrid OVF/EVF
- −Fixed lens (not for everyone)
- −Severe supply issues
- −AF still behind Sony
FAQ: GoPro HERO13 Black vs Fujifilm X100VI
Which is better, GoPro HERO13 Black or Fujifilm X100VI? +
Fujifilm X100VI scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is GoPro HERO13 Black worth the price? +
At $399, GoPro HERO13 Black delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in video.
Is Fujifilm X100VI worth the price? +
At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ergonomics.
Does GoPro HERO13 Black or Fujifilm X100VI last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for ergonomics, GoPro HERO13 Black or Fujifilm X100VI? +
Fujifilm X100VI — leads on ergonomics (96 vs 88). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.
Which is better for video, GoPro HERO13 Black or Fujifilm X100VI? +
GoPro HERO13 Black — leads on video (96 vs 84). Compared on the video sub-score.