GoPro Hero 12 Black vs SJCam C110 Plus
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Overview of the GoPro Hero 12 Black

GoPro's 2023 camera: 5.3K video, HDR video, great stabilization
The Hero 12 is GoPro's 2023 flagship action camera. It is an incremental improvement over the Hero 11 and introduces HDR video but does not feature GPS like models before and after it. HDR video can really improve results when filming with big lighting changes and will avoid your footage being overexposed.
- Pros
- Performance similar to newer model
- HDR video introduction
- Cons
- No integrated GPS
Overview of the SJCam C110 Plus

A pocket camera for an affordable price
The SJCam C110 Plus is an affordable pocket action camera offering 4K video and includes many accessories out of the box. It is also cold resistant down to 14°F / -10°C, which makes it usable for winter sports and in cold weather.
- Pros
- Many accessories
- Freeze-proof
- SD card included
- Cons
- Average performance
- Average quality build
- No screen
- Heavier than competition
Comparison of the Hero 12 vs the C110 Plus
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Video performance
Only the Hero 12 offers HDR video. Only the Hero 12 features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
GoPro Hero 12 Black
SJCam C110 Plus
5.3K video at 60fps
Max resolution
4K video at 30fps
5.3K 30fps
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
No slow motion video
HyperSmooth 6.0
Stabilization
Dual Anti-Shake 3.0
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 Hero 12 offers a much larger battery capacity. The Hero 12 has a removable battery whereas the C110 Plus's battery is not removable
GoPro Hero 12 Black
SJCam C110 Plus
1720mAh
Battery capacity
1100mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
150min at 1080p
Battery life
130min for 4k 30fps
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 12 and the C110 Plus support SD cards. The Hero 12 supports a lot more storage than the C110 Plus.
GoPro Hero 12 Black
SJCam C110 Plus
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
1TB
Maximun storage supported
128GB
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 C110 Plus is a lot more compact than the Hero 12. The C110 Plus is a lot lighter than the Hero 12.
GoPro Hero 12 Black
SJCam C110 Plus
2.83in x 2in x 1.32in / 71.8mm x 50.8mm x 33.6mm
Dimensions
1.22in x 2.52in x 1.28in / 31mm x 64mm x 32.5mm
5.43oz / 154g
Weight
2.79oz / 79g
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 Hero 12 is a lot more waterproof when using a diving case. Both cameras have the same minimal usage temperature.
GoPro Hero 12 Black
SJCam C110 Plus
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
Feature missing
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
98ft / 30m
14°F / -10°C
Min operating temperature
14°F / -10°C
95°F / 35°C
Max operating temperature
Feature missing
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 Hero 12 offers a slightly higher resolution. With 170°, the C110 Plus features a much wider field of view than the Hero 12.
GoPro Hero 12 Black
SJCam C110 Plus
27.6MP
Pixels
20MP
148°
Field of view
170°
120Mbps
Video bite rate
Feature missing
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 cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
GoPro Hero 12 Black
SJCam C110 Plus
100-6400
ISO range
Feature missing
+/-2
Exposure Compensation
+/-2
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 12 Black versus SJCam C110 Plus specifications
Name | GoPro Hero 12 Black | SJCam C110 Plus |
Year of release | 2023 | 2024 |
Width | 2.83in / 71.8mm | 1.22in / 31mm |
Height | 2in / 50.8mm | 2.52in / 64mm |
Depth | 1.32in / 33.6mm | 1.28in / 32.5mm |
Weight | 5.43oz / 154g | 2.79oz / 79g |
Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | - |
Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | 98ft / 30m |
Min operating temperature | 14°F / -10°C | 14°F / -10°C |
Max operating temperature | 95°F / 35°C | - |
Battery capacity | 1720mAh | 1100mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | No |
Battery life | 150min at 1080p | 130min for 4k 30fps |
Charging time | 3h (5W) | - |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 1TB | 128GB |
Rear screen size | 2.27in | - |
Front screen size | 1.4in | - |
Field of view | 148° | 170° |
Sensor | 1/1.9" CMOS | - |
Pixels | 27.6MP | 20MP |
Aperture | F2.5 | F1.8 |
Focal length | 12-39mm | - |
ISO range | 100-6400 | - |
Video zoom | 2x | - |
Color Depth | 10bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 120Mbps | - |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-2 |
360-degree video | No | No |
5.3K video | 60fps | - |
4K video | 60fps | 30fps |
2.7K video | 120fps | - |
1080p video | 240fps | 120fps |
Slow motion at 4K | 4x | - |
Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | - |
HDR video | 5.3K 30fps | - |
Stabilization | HyperSmooth 6.0 | Dual Anti-Shake 3.0 |
Horizon lock | Yes | - |
Video format | H.265 (HEVC) | H.265 (HEVC) H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | 1080p30 (HyperSmooth) or 1080p60 | - |
Webcam mode | 1080p30 | Yes |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | Yes | - |
Timeshift mode | Yes | - |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Photo burst mode | Yes | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | - |
Microphones | 3 | - |
Stereo audio | Yes | - |
Noise reduction | Yes | - |
Audio format | wav | - |
Audio input | Media Mod (H9B/H10B/H11B) Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter | - |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Yes |
Bluetooth | BLE 4.2 | - |
USB | USB-C | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | No | - |
Voice commands | Yes | Yes |