Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the GoPro Hero8 Black and Canon N side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. GoPro Hero8 Black has external dimensions of 66 x 49 x 28 mm (2.61 x 1.91 x 1.12″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries). Canon N has external dimensions of 79 x 60 x 29 mm (3.11 x 2.36 x 1.14″) and weighs 195 g (0.43 lb / 6.88 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the GoPro Hero8 Black and the Canon N. GoPro Hero8 Black is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 13mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 1mm thinner than Canon N.
Comparison image of the GoPro Hero8 Black and the Canon N Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of GoPro Hero8 Black and Canon N.
Top View Comparison image of the GoPro Hero8 Black and the Canon N Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
GoPro Hero8 Black is significantly lighter (69g ) than the Canon N which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the Hero8 Black has a big advantage over the N which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon N's 2.80" LCD screen is slightly larger than GoPro Hero8 Black's 2″ screen.
In addition to the size advantage, Canon N LCD screen also has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, GoPro Hero8 Black has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to N.
