GoPro Hero 10 Black vs Insta360 Ace Pro 2
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Overview of the GoPro Hero 10 Black

GoPro's 2021 action camera: premium features at a budget pricepoint
The Hero 10 is now several generations old, but still holds up as an incredibly capable action camera. It features older sensor technology than the Hero 11 and above, but the overall quality means it is amazing value for money.
- Pros
- A premium product at a budget price
- Integrated GPS
- Good battery life
- Cons
- Ageing sensor technology
- Older generation stabilization
Overview of the Insta360 Ace Pro 2

Insta360's latest flagship action camera: 8K video and a flipscreen
Insta360 is currently the only manufacturer offering 8k cameras and the Ace Pro 2 is their most recent and capable action camera. The Ace Pro 2 is overall a great action camera which also has the particularity of featuring a flip screen, which some might find handy for filming themselves, just like it's predecessor, the Insta360 Ace Pro.
- Pros
- Great image stabilization
- 8x Slomo video
- Good low light performance
- Weather proof
- Cons
- Limitation in 8K mode
- Overheating in 8K mode
Comparison of the Hero 10 vs the Ace Pro 2
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Video performance
Only the Ace Pro 2 offers HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
5.3K video at 60fps
Max resolution
8K video at 30fps
HDR video unsupported
HDR video
4K 60fps
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
8x at 1080p
HyperSmooth 4.0
Stabilization
Flowstate
Why it matters:
A high resolution will give you crisp footage but also allow you to reframe your video without losing too much quality. A higher framerate (fps) will result in smoother video and is important when filming action scenes or fast moving subjects. Image stabilization is a crucial feature for an action camera, as it removes camera shake, vibrations, rotation and other movements that deteriorate your final footage.
Battery life
The Ace Pro 2 offers a slightly better battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
1720mAh
Battery capacity
1800mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
150min at 1080p
Battery life
100min at 4K30fps HDR and 180min at 1080p24fps
Why battery life matters:
Nothing worse than running out of battery just before capturing the best footage of the day! A long battery life is reassuring and convenient when shooting footage outdoors where options to charge are limited. Even the use of a power bank can be tedious or simply impossible like when filming watersports. Having removable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.
Storage
Neither camera features built-in storage. Both the Hero 10 and the Ace Pro 2 support SD cards. Both support up to 1TB.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
1TB
Maximun storage supported
1TB
Why storage matters:
High quality footage can quickly take up lots of space and insufficient storage can soon be frustrating. Having a large amount of storage and the possiblity to extend it or swap SD cards while on a outing will ensure you will always be able to capture the footage you want. However, smaller, wearable action cameras often rely on built-in storage because of their small size.
Weight and size
The Hero 10 is a slightly smaller camera. The Hero 10 weighs a little less than the Ace Pro 2.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
2.83in x 2in x 1.32in / 71.8mm x 50.8mm x 33.6mm
Dimensions
2.83in x 2.06in x 1.5in / 71.9mm x 52.2mm x 38mm
5.43oz / 154g
Weight
6.25oz / 177.2g
Why size and weight matter:
Weight is important for action cameras because we often mount them on helmets, or hold them at the end of a selfie stick while moving. Therefore a heavier camera can be difficult or uncomfortable to film with. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Waterproofing and usage conditions
The Ace Pro 2 offers a slightly better waterproof rating. Both the Hero 10 and the Ace Pro 2 are waterproof to 197ft / 60m with a diving case. The Ace Pro 2 is far better for extreme cold. The Ace Pro 2 beats the Hero 10 in high heat conditions.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
39ft / 12m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
14°F / -10°C
Min operating temperature
-4°F / -20°C
95°F / 35°C
Max operating temperature
113°F / 45°C
Why it matters:
Most action cameras are waterproof for accidental splashing or use above water, but if you plan on Snorkeling or Scuba Diving, we recommend choosing a camera which offers a diving case and always using it for underwater footage. If you plan on filming Snowboarding, Skiing or other wintersports in extremely cold conditions, you should pick a camera that is rated for those temperatures, most cameras are only rated down to 14°F / -10°C. Many action cameras are prone to overheating, even in ordinary conditions, so if you plan on filming in hot environments, you should choose a camera that can function at high temperatures.
Camera and sensor technology
The Ace Pro 2 features a much higher resolution. The field of view of the Ace Pro 2 is a little better than the Hero 10's. The Ace Pro 2 features a much higher bit rate than the Hero 10
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
23MP
Pixels
50MP
140°
Field of view
157°
100Mbps
Video bite rate
180Mbps
Why it matters:
A higher amount of pixels will offer better quality footage and higher resolution photos. A higher field of view means that the camera captures over a wider angle and therefore more action can be seen in the final footage. Some cameras require accessories to enable the maximum FOV. A higher bitrate at a similar resolution will offer higher quality video.
Camera settings
Both the Hero 10 and the Ace Pro 2 have the same ISO range. The Ace Pro 2's +/-4 exposure compensation is far superior.
GoPro Hero 10 Black
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
100-6400
ISO range
100-6400
+/-2
Exposure Compensation
+/-4
Why these settings matter:
The ISO range and exposure compensation settings will mostly allow you to tweak your action camera for low light situations.
GoPro Hero 10 Black versus Insta360 Ace Pro 2 specifications
Name | GoPro Hero 10 Black | Insta360 Ace Pro 2 |
Year of release | 2021 | 2024 |
Width | 2.83in / 71.8mm | 2.83in / 71.9mm |
Height | 2in / 50.8mm | 2.06in / 52.2mm |
Depth | 1.32in / 33.6mm | 1.5in / 38mm |
Weight | 5.43oz / 154g | 6.25oz / 177.2g |
Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 39ft / 12m |
Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | 197ft / 60m |
Min operating temperature | 14°F / -10°C | -4°F / -20°C |
Max operating temperature | 95°F / 35°C | 113°F / 45°C |
Battery capacity | 1720mAh | 1800mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
Battery life | 150min at 1080p | 100min at 4K30fps HDR 180min at 1080p24fps |
Charging time | 3h (5W) | 47min (30W) 75min (5V/3A) |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | V30 or UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 1TB | 1TB |
Rear screen size | 2.27in | 2.4in |
Front screen size | 1.4in | Yes |
Field of view | 140° | 157° |
Sensor | 1/1.9" CMOS | 1/1.3" |
Pixels | 23MP | 50MP |
Aperture | F2.5 | F2.6 |
Focal length | - | 13mm |
ISO range | 100-6400 | 100-6400 |
Video zoom | 2x | 4x |
Color Depth | 10bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 100Mbps | 180Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-4 |
360-degree video | No | No |
8K video | - | 30fps |
5.3K video | 60fps | - |
4K video | 60fps | 120fps |
2.7K video | 120fps | 120fps |
1440p video | - | 60fps |
1080p video | 240fps | 240fps |
Slow motion at 4K | 4x | 4x |
Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | 8x at 1080p |
HDR video | - | 4K 60fps |
Stabilization | HyperSmooth 4.0 | Flowstate |
Horizon lock | Yes | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.265 (HEVC) |
Live streaming | 1080p30 (HyperSmooth) or 1080p60 | - |
Webcam mode | 1080p30 | - |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | Yes | Yes |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Photo burst mode | Yes | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 3 | 3 |
Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | wav | aac |
Audio input | Media Mod (H9B/H10B/H11B) Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter | - |
Audio bluetooth support | - | Bluetooth headsets |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Bluetooth | BLE 4.2 | BLE 5.2 |
USB | USB-C | USB-C |
GPS integrated | Yes | No |
GPS pairing | - | iOS Application Android Application |
Voice commands | Yes | Yes |
Gesture commands | - | Yes |