GoPro’s latest move brings a bit of Hollywood flair to its compact action cameras. By rolling out the Anamorphic Lens Mod for the HERO13 Black—and wrapping it into a broader lens collection—GoPro is giving creators fresh tools to experiment with widescreen formats, close-ups, and creative filters without needing bulky rigs.
A New Cinematic Angle
Traditionally, anamorphic lenses have been the domain of high-end cinema cameras. GoPro’s take shrinks that down to a pocket-sized package. The Anamorphic Lens Mod stretches the HERO13 Black’s field of view into a 21:9 aspect ratio, delivering that classic letterboxed look plus signature lens flares. The result is footage that feels more “big screen” without extra cropping or post-production work.
Plug-and-Play Simplicity
One of the biggest hurdles with specialty lenses is setup and workflow. GoPro sidesteps that with its Auto Detect feature: the HERO13 Black recognizes the Anamorphic Mod the moment you snap it on, switching into the correct mode automatically. Better still, in-camera “de-squeezing” means your clips preview in the right proportions, so you can share or edit without waiting for desktop processing.
Rugged by Design
GoPro’s audience expects gear that can handle rain, sand, and whatever else adventure throws at it—and the Anamorphic Lens Mod is no exception. It’s built to be waterproof and tough, matching the HERO13 Black’s own durability. Whether you’re shooting surf breaks or desert dunes, the lens promises to hold up alongside the camera body.
A Lens for Every Shot
The Anamorphic Mod is just one piece of GoPro’s HB-Series Lens Collection. Alongside it you’ll find:
- Ultra Wide Lens Mod for a full 177° field of view and square 1:1 framing
- Macro Lens Mod that brings subjects up to four times closer into crisp focus
- ND Filter 4-Pack (ND4, ND8, ND16, ND32) to dial in motion blur under bright conditions
By mixing and matching these accessories, creators can pivot between sweeping vistas, intimate close-ups, or smooth, cinematic motion blur—all with a single camera platform.
In conclusion, the Anamorphic Lens Mod carries an MSRP of $129.99, and the complete HB-Series Lens Collection (four accessories in a protective case) is $349.99. Later in Q2, GoPro will also offer a bundle of HERO13 Black plus the full lens collection for $699.99. All items are available now on GoPro.com and through international retailers.
| Product | Description |
|---|---|
| Anamorphic Lens Mod | Adds a 21:9 aspect ratio with ultra-wide view and signature anamorphic flares; in-camera de-squeeze |
| Ultra Wide Lens Mod | Captures a 177° field of view with a 1:1 aspect ratio for immersive POV shots |
| Macro Lens Mod | Enables variable focus on subjects up to 4× closer than the standard GoPro lens |
| ND Filter 4-Pack | Includes ND4, ND8, ND16, and ND32 filters for controlling exposure and achieving motion blur |
