The GoPro Max 2, widely recognized as one of the premier 360-degree cameras on the market, has seen a significant price drop, now retailing for $299. This represents a 40% reduction from its original $500 price tag, with the deal currently available through Amazon, Adorama, and GoPro’s official website.
Although the recently released Insta360 X6 offers greater versatility by functioning effectively as both an action camera and a 360 camera, the GoPro Max 2 remains the preferred choice for pure video quality. The camera features dual 14mm lenses, equivalent to 35mm format, each capturing images onto a 1/2.3-inch sensor. This hardware configuration allows GoPro to produce what it terms “True 8K” video, delivering sharper and clearer footage than most competing 360 cameras.
For professional users, the Max 2 supports 10-bit color recording in log format, providing extensive flexibility during post-production color grading. However, the camera also excels in automatic mode, with GoPro’s default color profile offering natural-looking results that have been highly rated in testing.
The current pricing makes the Max 2 particularly attractive when compared to competitors. For just $30 more than the cost of an Insta360 X6, buyers can acquire the Max 2 paired with a GoPro Hero 13, offering a comprehensive setup for various filming needs.
Grabbed it immediately on Amazon. The inclusion of the Hero 13 bundle makes this even harder to beat at this price point.
I love the pure 360 quality, but isn’t the Insta360 X6 more versatile? Why pay extra for just that one use case?
This is an incredible deal! $299 for True 8K video quality is a steal compared to the original price.