GoPro Anamorphic
Auto-detection by the HERO13 Black enables in-camera de-squeezing of the 3mm f/2.5 lens, delivering 21:9 footage with reduced distortion and cinematic horizontal flares. The 77-gram mod attaches tool-free and maintains waterproof durability with a scratch-resistant, hydrophobic coating, while HyperSmooth stabilization support steadies handheld shots. This lens is best for action vloggers and street filmmakers who want ready-to-edit widescreen footage straight from the camera.
About This Lens
- Cinematic aspect ratiosAllows recording in both the standard 16:9 aspect ratio for TVs and phones, and the dramatic 21:9 aspect ratio commonly used in cinema, providing a professional widescreen look.
- Reduced distortionCaptures footage with less distortion compared to typical wide and ultra-wide lenses, ensuring cleaner and more natural-looking images.
- Cinematic lens flaresProduces horizontal lens flares that add a professional, cinematic touch to your footage, enhancing visual storytelling.
- In-camera de-squeezingStreamlines the editing process by automatically adjusting the footage, eliminating the need for de-squeezing in post-production.
- Auto-detectionThe HERO13 Black automatically recognizes when the Anamorphic Lens Mod is attached and switches into anamorphic mode; it reverts to standard settings upon removal.
- Durable and waterproofConstructed to be scratch-resistant and waterproof when mounted on the camera, with a hydrophobic lens coating that repels water, making it suitable for various shooting environments.
- HyperSmooth stabilization supportCompatible with GoPro's HyperSmooth video stabilization; for even smoother, more cinematic results, it can be used with a gimbal.
- Easy attachmentDesigned for tool-free installation, allowing for quick and effortless setup.
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (97th percentile) 97th
- Strong aperture (84th percentile) 84th
- Strong bokeh (80th percentile) 80th
Cons
- Below average macro (8th percentile) 8th
- Below average optical (16th percentile) 16th
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile) 30th
- Below average versatility (34th percentile) 34th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Wide-Angle Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 3 |
| Focal Length Max | 3 |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/2.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.5 |
Build
| Mount | GoPro HERO Black Mount |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.2 lbs |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | GoPro Anamorphic | Tamron Di III 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | Meike Neo Series MK-5514STM-Z | Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z | Panasonic LUMIX G H-HS12060 | Sirui Sniper 56mm Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 3mm | 28-75mm | 55mm | 35mm | 12-60mm | 56mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.5 | f/2.8 | f/1.4 | f/1.7 | 5.6 | f/1.2 |
| Mount | GoPro HERO Black Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds | E Mount |
| Stabilization | false | false | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | false | true | true | false |
| Weight (g) | 77 | 550 | 280 | 180 | 286 | 880 |
| AF Type | - | VXD linear motor | STM | STM | Autofocus | STM |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle Zoom | zoom | prime | prime | standard | prime |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GoPro Anamorphic | 53.3 | 79.5 | 96.8 | 8.2 | 15.9 | 84 | 30.2 | 34 | 52.9 | 34.5 |
| Tamron Di III 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Compare | 98 | 81.2 | 63.1 | 83.9 | 87.9 | 79.1 | 79.9 | 78.6 | 89.9 | 34.5 |
| Meike Neo Series MK-5514STM-Z Compare | 85.5 | 94.9 | 72.8 | 94.6 | 49.7 | 94.8 | 79.9 | 34 | 89.9 | 79.7 |
| Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z Compare | 85.5 | 92.7 | 92.8 | 72 | 63.1 | 91.8 | 62.7 | 34 | 89.9 | 79.7 |
| Panasonic LUMIX G H-HS12060 Compare | 53.3 | 56.9 | 83.2 | 94.3 | 63.1 | 57.5 | 91.3 | 93.6 | 72.5 | 79.7 |
| Sirui Sniper 56mm Autofocus Compare | 85.5 | 97.9 | 18.5 | 97.9 | 73.3 | 97.9 | 62.7 | 34 | 89.9 | 79.7 |
Usage Scores
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