GoPro Max 2 vs GoPro Hero 12 Black
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Overview of the GoPro Max 2
GoPro Max 2GoPro's upcoming 360 camera: to be released in 2025
The Max 2 will be the successor to the GoPro Max and is rumoured to be released in 2025. It will be GoPro's third attempt at a 360 camera and it will have to deliver impressive performance to compete with the current 360 camera leader, the Insta360 X4.
Overview of the GoPro Hero 12 Black
GoPro Hero 12 BlackGoPro's 2023 camera: 5.3K video, HDR video, great stabilization
The Hero 12 is GoPro's 2023 flagship action camera. It is an incremental improvement over the Hero 11 and introduces HDR video but does not feature GPS like models before and after it. HDR video can really improve results when filming with big lighting changes and will avoid your footage being overexposed.
- Pros
- Performance similar to newer model
- HDR video introduction
- Cons
- No integrated GPS
Comparison of the Max 2 vs the Hero 12
Weight and size
GoPro Max 2
Feature missing
Feature missing
Features
Dimensions
Weight
GoPro Hero 12 Black
71.8mm x 50.8mm x 33.6mm / 2.83in x 2in x 1.32in
5.43oz / 154g
Why size and weight matter:
Weight is important for action cameras because we often mount them on helmets, or hold them at the end of a selfie stick while moving. Therefore a heavier camera can be dvifficult to use or uncomfortable. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Battery life
The Hero 12 has a removable battery whereas the Max 2's battery is not removable
GoPro Max 2
Feature missing
Non removable
Feature missing
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
GoPro Hero 12 Black
1720mAh
Removable
150min at 1080p
Why battery life matters:
Nothing worse than running out of battery just before capturing the best footage of the day! A long battery life is reassuring and convenient when shooting footage outdoors where options to charge are limited. Even the use of a power bank can be tedious or simply impossible like when filming watersports. Having removeable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.
Storage
Neither camera features built-in storage. Only the Hero 12 supports SD cards, the Max 2 is therefore limited to it's built-in storage.
GoPro Max 2
No built-in storage
Storage not extendable
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
GoPro Hero 12 Black
No built-in storage
microSD
Why storage matters:
High quality footage can quickly take up lots of space and insufficient storage can soon be frustrating. Having a large amount of storage and the possiblity to extend it or swap SD cards while on a outing will ensure you will always be able to capture the footage you want. However, smaller, wearable action cameras often rely on built-in storage because of their small size.
Video performance
Only the Hero 12 offers HDR video.
GoPro Max 2
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