GoPro Max vs Sixmou i3
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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 Sixmou i3
Sixmou i3
A thumb sized, budget action camera
The i3 is a thumb sized action camera that features 4K video recording. It's an all-in-one package with many accessories for people looking for a cheap wearable camera. It's lightweight and very simple to use and makes it an affordable alternative to the more expensive but also more capable Insta360 Go 3S.
- Pros
- Light & small
- Lots of accessories
- SD card included
- Cons
- Average performance
- Average quality build
- No screen
Comparison of the GoPro Max vs the i3
Weight and size
The i3 is a lot more compact than the GoPro Max. The i3 is a lot lighter 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
Sixmou i3
28mm x 63mm x 18mm / 1.1in x 2.48in x 0.71in
1.27oz / 36g
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 offers a much larger battery capacity. The GoPro Max has a removable battery whereas the i3's battery is not removable
GoPro Max
1600mAh
Removable
85min 5.7K30fps 360° and 105min at 1080p
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
Sixmou i3
800mAh
Removable
90min for 4k and 150min for 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. Both the GoPro Max and the i3 support SD cards.
GoPro Max
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
Sixmou i3
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
Neither camera offers HDR video.
GoPro Max
1440p video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
Sixmou i3
4K video at 30fps
HDR video unsupported
Camera and sensor technology
GoPro Max
18MP
155°
78Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
Sixmou i3
Feature missing
Feature missing
Feature missing
Camera settings
GoPro Max
100-3200
+/-4
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
Sixmou i3
Feature missing
Feature missing
GoPro Max vs i3 specifications
Name | GoPro Max | Sixmou i3 |
Year of release | 2019 | 2024 |
Width | 2.52in / 64mm | 1.1in / 28mm |
Height | 2.72in / 69mm | 2.48in / 63mm |
Depth | 0.98in / 25mm | 0.71in / 18mm |
Weight | 5.43oz / 154g | 1.27oz / 36g |
Waterproof | 16ft / 5m | - |
Waterproof with diving case | - | 131ft / 40m |
Min operating temperature | 14°F / -10°C | - |
Max operating temperature | 95°F / 35°C | - |
Battery capacity | 1600mAh | 800mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | No |
Battery life | 85min 5.7K30fps 360° 105min at 1080p | 90min for 4k 150min for 1080p |
Charging time | 120min | - |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating | UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 1TB | 64GB |
Rear screen size | 1.69in | - |
Field of view | 155° | - |
Sensor | 1/2.3" | - |
Pixels | 18MP | - |
Aperture | F2.0 | - |
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 | - | 30fps |
1440p video | 60fps | - |
1080p video | 60fps | 30fps |
Maximum slow motion | 2x | - |
Stabilization | Max HyperSmooth | Yes |
Horizon lock | Yes | - |
Video format | H.264 (AVC) H.265 (HEVC) | H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | 1080p30 | - |
Timelapse mode | Yes | - |
Timeshift mode | Yes | - |
Loop recording mode | Yes | - |
Subject tracking | No | - |
Photo burst mode | No | - |
RAW format supported | Yes | - |
Microphones | 6 | - |
Stereo audio | Yes | - |
Noise reduction | Yes | - |
Audio format | wav | - |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Yes |
Bluetooth | BLE 4.2 | - |
USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | Yes | - |
Voice commands | Yes | - |
Gesture commands | No | - |