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Compare the GoPro Max with the GoPro Max2
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Go for the ultimate 360° experience with the GoPro Max2.
With the arrival of the GoPro Max cameras, you experience a new way of creating content. Discover all the creative possibilities by creating 360° content in both video and photo. Thanks to 360° video and photo, you capture not only what is happening in front of you, but also everything around it. This gives you the freedom to choose the perfect perspective afterwards and tell your stories in a way that is not possible with traditional cameras. For the very best final result, you benefit from Horizon Lock and six microphones for perfect sound. With the arrival of the GoPro Max2, you can now even film in 8K. Enjoy even better image quality and all the creative possibilities.

GoPro Max2 in brief
The GoPro Max 2 takes 360° content to the next level. Film in stunning 8K 360° video, take 29 MP photos and reframe the footage afterwards exactly the way you want. With improved stabilisation, Horizon Lock and 10-bit colour depth, your videos look like a pro’s. There are also six microphones for impressive sound. The GoPro Max2 is robust, waterproof down to 5 metres and ready for your adventure!
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All about the GoPro MaxThe GoPro MAX opened up the world of 360° content creation. With the dual lens, you capture everything around you in 5.6K video and 16.6 MP photos. Choose the right frame afterwards because your content is recorded in 360°. This way, you always have the perfect horizontal shot for YouTube or vertical shot for TikTok or Instagram. With the GoPro Max, you can make single-lens HERO recordings with four different focal lengths: Narrow, Linear, Wide and Max SuperView. |
All about the GoPro Max2Enjoy a renewed 360° experience with the GoPro Max2. Create impressive 8K video footage or 29MP photos. While recording, you produce horizontal and vertical content at the same time, because you determine the shot afterwards. Enjoy stable footage thanks to Max Hypersmooth and 360° Horizon Lock. Benefit from clear sound thanks to six microphones with smart wind reduction. The Max2 is not only waterproof down to 5 metres, but also gives you the option to easily replace your lenses. |
Filming and photographing in 360° is possible with both GoPro Max cameras, but what exactly is the difference? This table shows the most important specifications side by side. This lets you see at a glance whether the GoPro Max or GoPro Max2 suits you best.
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GoPro Max |
GoPro Max2 |
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| Video resolution (360°) | 5.6K30 / 3K60 | 8K30 / 5.6K60 / 4K100 |
| Video (single lens) | 1440p (4:3) / 1080p (16:9) tot 60 fps | 4K (16:9 & 9:16) tot 60 fps, 1080p tot 60 fps |
| Photo resolution | 16 MP (360°) / 5 MP (single) / 6.2 MP PowerPano | 29 MP (360°) / 12 MP (single) |
| Photo format | JPEG | JPEG + RAW |
| Timelapse | TimeWarp, Night Lapse, PowerPano | TimeWarp 8K, Night Lapse, 360° timelapse, Scheduled Capture |
| Burst frames | No | Yes |
| Night Photo | No | Yes |
| Photo Intervals | No | Yes |
| Night Lapse Intervals | No | Yes |
| Directional Audio | No | Yes |
| USB-C offload to mobile | No | Yes |
| Preset & Custom settings | No | Yes |
| Image stabilisation | Max HyperSmooth + Horizon Lock | Max HyperSmooth + 360° Horizon Lock |
| Slow motion | 2x (5.6K60, 1080p60) | 3x (4K100), 2x (5.6K60 / 4K60) |
| Max. bitrate | 78 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Colour | 8-bit | 10-bit + GP-Log (with LUT) |
| Audio | 6 microphones, 360° stereo, wind reduction | 6 microphones, Audio Field-of-View, Directional Audio, Bluetooth audio |
| Voice control | Yes | Yes (13 commands, 11 languages, 6 accents) |
| Waterproof | Down to 5 metres | Down to 5 metres |
| Battery | 1600 mAh MAX Enduro | 1960 mAh MAX2 Enduro |
| Screen | 1.69" touch-LCD | 1.82" touch-LCD |
| Mounting | GoPro mount (fingers) | GoPro mount + 1/4-20 schroefdraad + Magnetic Latch Mount compatibel |
| Camera controls | Touchscreen, voice control, photo timer, HiLight-tag | Touchscreen, voice control, photo timer, scheduled capture, HiLight tag, custom shortcuts |
| Timecode synchronisation | No | Yes |
| Content & transfer | Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth, USB-C, microSD (A2 UHS-1), Quik-app | Wi-Fi 6 / BLE 5.3, USB-C snellere offload, microSD (A2 V30), Quik-app, cloud upload |
| Dimensions | 64 x 69 x 39.7 mm | 64 x 69.7 x 48.7 mm |
| Weight | 158.7 g | 195 g |
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Why should I choose the GoPro MAX?The GoPro MAX is a versatile and powerful 360° action cam that gives creatives, adventurers and vloggers everything they need to capture their experiences in sharp, dynamic detail. With its 5.6K video resolution, 360° sound, various recording modes and intuitive controls, this is a camera that not only delivers professional results, but also remains user-friendly. Thanks to its robust, waterproof housing and extensive accessories, the GoPro MAX is the ideal companion for every adventure, big or small. In short: an essential tool for anyone who does not want to miss a moment and wants to share their stories in the highest quality. |
Why should I choose the GoPro MAX2?The GoPro MAX2 is the action cam for content creators looking for ultimate creative freedom. With 8K 360° recordings, stable single-lens 4K videos, 360° Horizon Lock and advanced functions such as slow motion, TimeWarp and timelapse, you capture every moment professionally. Thanks to 6 built-in microphones, smart wind noise reduction and a waterproof, robust design down to 5 metres, the MAX2 can be used anywhere. The invisible extension pole and the GoPro Quik app make it easy to reframe and share footage in vertical or horizontal formats, ideal for TikTok, Instagram or YouTube. In short: with the GoPro MAX2, you always have the perfect camera in your hands to give your creativity free rein. |

