GoPro Max vs Akaso Brave 8
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Overview of the GoPro Max
GoPro Max
GoPro's 2019 360 camera: 5.7K video
The GoPro Max was GoPro's second attempt at a 360 camera and was released in 2019. It is still offers relatively good performance but it's age is showing in comparision with the more recent competition. It's replacement, the GoPro Max 2, is still to be released.
- Pros
- Good stabilization
- Cons
- Average image quality
- Ageing model
- Still excessively expensive
Overview of the Akaso Brave 8
Akaso Brave 8
Akaso's most capable action camera
The Brave 8 is currently Akaso's most high end action camera but has started to age and remains at a price range where better options make more sense. Nevertheless, it offers a relatively rugged build and a removeable lens cover, decent performance overall and lots of accessories are included.
- Pros
- 48M Pixels
- Waterproof
- Many accessories included
- Cons
- Better options at same price
Comparison of the GoPro Max vs the Brave 8
Weight and size
The two cameras are of similar size. The Brave 8 weighs a little less than the GoPro Max.
GoPro Max
64mm x 69mm x 25mm / 2.52in x 2.72in x 0.98in
5.43oz / 154g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
Akaso Brave 8
36mm x 63mm x 49mm / 1.42in x 2.48in x 1.93in
3.99oz / 113g
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 GoPro Max and Brave 8 have similar battery capacities. Both cameras have removable batteries.
GoPro Max
1600mAh
Removable
85min 5.7K30fps 360° and 105min at 1080p
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
Akaso Brave 8
1550mAh
Removable
90min for 4k 60fps
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. Both the GoPro Max and the Brave 8 support SD cards.
GoPro Max
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
Akaso Brave 8
No built-in storage
microSDXC
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
Neither camera offers HDR video.
GoPro Max
1440p video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
Akaso Brave 8
4K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
Camera and sensor technology
The Brave 8 features a much higher resolution. The field of view of the Brave 8 is a little better than the GoPro Max's.
GoPro Max
18MP
155°
78Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
Akaso Brave 8
48MP
166°
Feature missing
Camera settings
GoPro Max
100-3200
+/-4
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
Akaso Brave 8
Feature missing
Feature missing
GoPro Max vs Brave 8 specifications
Name | GoPro Max | Akaso Brave 8 |
Year of release | 2019 | 2023 |
Width | 2.52in / 64mm | 1.42in / 36mm |
Height | 2.72in / 69mm | 2.48in / 63mm |
Depth | 0.98in / 25mm | 1.93in / 49mm |
Weight | 5.43oz / 154g | 3.99oz / 113g |
Waterproof | 16ft / 5m | 33ft / 10m |
Waterproof with diving case | - | 197ft / 60m |
Min operating temperature | 14°F / -10°C | - |
Max operating temperature | 95°F / 35°C | - |
Battery capacity | 1600mAh | 1550mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
Battery life | 85min 5.7K30fps 360° 105min at 1080p | 90min for 4k 60fps |
Charging time | 120min | - |
Storage format | microSD | microSDXC |
Storage rating required | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating | UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 1TB | - |
Rear screen size | 1.69in | 2in |
Front screen size | - | 0.96in |
Field of view | 155° | 166° |
Sensor | 1/2.3" | 1/2.0" BSI CMOS |
Pixels | 18MP | 48MP |
Aperture | F2.0 | F2.8 |
Focal length | 13-27mm | - |
ISO range | 100-3200 | - |
Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 78Mbps | - |
Exposure Compensation | +/-4 | - |
360-degree video | Yes | No |
5.7K 360 video | 30fps | - |
360 video format | GoPro 360 file | - |
4K video | - | 60fps |
2.7K video | - | 120fps |
1440p video | 60fps | - |
1080p video | 60fps | 60fps |
Maximum slow motion | 2x | 16x |
Stabilization | Max HyperSmooth | EIS 4.0 & SuperSmooth |
Horizon lock | Yes | - |
Video format | H.264 (AVC) H.265 (HEVC) | H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | 1080p30 | - |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | Yes | Yes |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | No | - |
Photo burst mode | No | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 6 | - |
Stereo audio | Yes | - |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | wav | - |
Audio input | - | Akaso external mic |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 5G |
Bluetooth | BLE 4.2 | - |
USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | Yes | - |
Voice commands | Yes | Yes |
Gesture commands | No | - |
Remote control | - | Included |