Try both and pick the one that gives the best results for your type of documentary.
The problem with your question: both makers have a lot of models. Surely the best canon is better than the worst gopro (without the space in the name!) and the best go pro probably is better than the worst canon. You can't compare makers, you have to compare models.
should i use a canon camera or a go pro for a documentary

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