GoPro Max 2 vs Insta360 X3
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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 Insta360 X3
Insta360 X3Insta360's 2022 360 camera: 5.7K video and a large touchscreen
The Insta360 X3 was released in 2022 and is a few years old now, but it still delivers exceptionnal performance and is the best pick if you are looking for the best value for money. The 5.7K30fps 360 video is more than sufficient for capturing amazing footage unless you need to zoom in aggressively. The X3 has since been replaced by the Insta360 X4 which introduces 8K 360 video.
- Pros
- Great performance
- Good value for money
- Diving case for underwater footage
- Cons
- Average battery life
Comparison of the Max 2 vs the X3
Weight and size
GoPro Max 2
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Dimensions
Weight
Insta360 X3
46mm x 114mm x 33.1mm / 1.81in x 4.49in x 1.3in
6.35oz / 180g
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 X3 has a removable battery whereas the Max 2's battery is not removable
GoPro Max 2
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Non removable
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Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
Insta360 X3
1800mAh
Removable
81min 5.7K30fps 360°
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 X3 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
Insta360 X3
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 X3 offers HDR video.
GoPro Max 2
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