GoPro MAX 2

GoPro MAX 2 Summary

With the GoPro MAX 2, which is the next-generation ultra-compact 8K 360 action camera from GoPro, you can capture incredible footage, which you reframe later without worrying about where the lenses are pointed. It captures everything around you in true 8K 360º video while completely erasing any extension pole from the shot. That means from one video you can capture immersive point-of-view footage, selfies and follow-cam footage in everything from vertical for TikTok to widescreen for YouTube.

Once you’ve captured the action, you can reframe your 360 footage into traditional 4K videos by using the GoPro Quik app, which can then be shared just like you would with any standard video. The camera includes 1/4-20 mounting threads for mounting on a pole for incredible selfies, including stunning drone-like videos that look like you’re being recorded from the air, and other iconic 360 shots. You can also adjust video stabilisation and Horizon Lock after recording, and MAX 2 features replaceable lenses so you can swap them if they get scratched or damaged.

With a true 8K 360 camera, your adventures can be exported in a range of formats like Super Slo-Mo in 360, and there are plenty of options for colour grading if you’re an advanced user with 10-bit colour in 8K + GP Log. MAX 2 can also capture ultra high-res 29MP 360 photos of everything around you, with loads of 360 Modes and CameraFX for dynamic content with just a few taps on the screen.

GoPro MAX 2 Key Features

• 8K 360 video captures everything around you
• Improved resolution compared to the original MAX
• 29MP 360 photos with full coverage of the scene
• Reframe 360 footage into traditional 4K videos using the GoPro Quik app
• Horizon Lock³ keeps shots level, even if the camera tilts
• Super Slo-Mo available in 360 mode
• Replaceable protective lenses for peace of mind if they get scratched
• GP Log with LUT and 10-bit colour for advanced editing and grading
• CameraFX and 360 Modes for creative results directly from the camera
• Built-in 1/4-20 mounting threads for poles and accessories
• Extension pole automatically removed from 360 shots for drone-like perspectives
• Wireless cloud upload available with GoPro subscription⁵
• Enduro battery included for longer runtimes in all conditions

GoPro MAX 2 in More Detail

True 8K 360 Video

MAX 2 captures everything around you in True 8K 360 video, giving up to 21% more resolution than the competition.¹ You don’t need to frame shots or think about where the camera is pointed — just hit record and it gets the whole scene in sharp detail. Afterwards, use the GoPro Quik app to reframe your 360 footage into standard 4K clips in a few taps. These Ultra HD videos can be saved, shared, and played back on phones, TVs or any device that supports 4K.

Invisible Mounting

When mounted on an extension pole the MAX 2 makes the pole disappear from your shots. Using the 1/4-20 mounting threads on the base, you can create floating selfies, drone-like perspectives, and smooth follow-cam shots that look as if someone else is filming you.

The Best POV

360 recording means you can capture wide, tall, and fully immersive POV footage from a single clip. That includes selfies, over-the-shoulder views, or follow-cam perspectives. In the Quik app you can reframe the footage later, changing angles or adding movement so you get exactly the viewpoint you want. You can also apply stabilisation or Horizon Lock⁴ after recording.

Replaceable Glass Lenses

The MAX 2 uses super-strong water-repelling optical glass for its protective lenses. If they do get scratched, you don’t need to replace the entire camera — just swap in new lenses and continue shooting. This gives more confidence when recording in harsher conditions.

Super Slo-Mo 360

You can record 4K100 spherical video for smooth 3x slow motion, or choose 5.6K60 for 2x slow motion. Both options let you slow the action down while keeping resolution high.

10-bit Colour in True 8K + GP Log

MAX 2 records over one billion colours in True 8K, giving smoother gradations and a more realistic look. Advanced users can switch to GP Log for more detail and grading control in post-production, with a LUT included to simplify the workflow.

Epic 29MP 360 Photos

Still capture reaches 29MP, giving ultra-high-resolution spherical photos. These allow you to crop, zoom, and reframe in the Quik app, making it easy to create different outputs from one image. You’ll capture the action and the surrounding reactions in a single press of the shutter.

GoPro Quik App for Easy Editing

Reframing 360 footage in the Quik app is straightforward. You can select your favourite angles, track objects, add transitions, and even combine multiple Reframe modes in a single clip. All of this can be done with a few taps on your phone.

360 Modes + CameraFX

MAX 2 adds tools designed specifically for 360 content. MotionFrame lets you simply move your phone to find the best angles, or you can set keyframes in the app and have smooth transitions created automatically. CameraFX adds creative effects such as Spin, Flip, Roll, Wobble, Tiny Planet, and more.

Easy POV + Selfie Modes

The camera plays back footage automatically from a 180° front-facing view or the reverse angle for third-person selfies. You still capture everything in 360, but the playback options make it easier to see yourself centred in the action.

Vertical + Widescreen Video in one

From one 360 recording you can pull both vertical and widescreen clips. That means you can generate TikTok-ready vertical content alongside full-screen YouTube footage, without changing your mounting setup.

Single Lens 4K60 Video + Max HyperView

Switch to single-lens mode for traditional 4K60 recording. You can use the 180° Max HyperView digital lens for an ultra-wide look with a sense of speed, or switch to Linear, Wide, Ultra Wide or Max SuperView to suit the shot.

Unbreakable HyperSmooth Video Stabilisation

GoPro’s Max HyperSmooth is its most powerful stabilisation system yet. It keeps video smooth even during rough activities like biking, skating, skiing, or chasing kids around the park.

360 Horizon Lock⁴

Turn Horizon Lock on to keep footage perfectly level, even if the camera rotates, tilts, or flips upside down while recording. Turn it off if you want to capture every twist and roll of your activity.

Cold-Weather Enduro Battery Included

The included 1960 mAh Enduro battery is designed to perform well in low temperatures, so you can record winter sports and cold-weather adventures without losing runtime.

Realistic 360 Audio

MAX 2 uses six microphones to capture immersive audio. You can record 360 stereo with wind-noise reduction, or in single-lens mode the Audio Field of View automatically focuses sound to match what the camera sees.

Accessories for Any 360 Shot

GoPro supports MAX 2 with a full set of mounts and accessories. These include long poles, tripods, and joints for creative angles. The new Magnetic Latch Mount² makes it quicker to swap between setups, with built-in mounting fingers and 1/4-20 threads for standard tripods.

8K 360 TimeWarp

TimeWarp mode lets you create smooth hyperlapse footage in full 8K while moving. After capture, you can reframe to see the same sequence from different angles.

360 Time Lapse + 360 Night Lapse

Use MAX 2 to create 8K 360 time lapse clips during the day, or capture a sequence of time lapse photos to choose the best stills later. 360 Night Lapse automatically adjusts settings for long exposures in low light.

360 Night Effects

Three creative time lapse modes are included for night use. 360 Star Trails captures the rotation of the Earth through the stars, 360 Light Painting lets you draw with moving light sources, and 360 Vehicle Light Trails records traffic as flowing lines of light.

Schedule Your Shot

Scheduled Capture lets you set the camera to power on and record up to 24 hours in advance, so you never miss a planned shot.

Timecode Sync

With the Quik app you can sync multiple MAX 2 cameras wirelessly using timecode. This makes it easier to edit multi-camera projects in software such as Adobe Premiere Pro with precise matching clips.

Bluetooth Audio

MAX 2 supports Bluetooth® audio devices. You can connect a wireless microphone for narration or interviews, or pair earbuds so the camera can pick up your voice commands even in noisy environments.

Voice Control

Hands-free voice control is supported in 11 languages and six accents. You can start and stop recording, take photos, and more without touching the camera — useful when it’s mounted out of reach.

Fast File Transferring + Unlimited Cloud Backup⁵

MAX 2 is equipped with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth BLE 5.3 for quicker wireless transfers through the Quik app. You can also transfer with a USB-C cable.⁶ With a GoPro subscription⁵, the camera can auto-upload to the cloud whenever it’s charging at home on Wi-Fi. SD card transfer to computer is also supported.

Intuitive Touch Screen

The LCD touchscreen shows a live view from either lens when recording in 360. It responds quickly, so you can swap modes, adjust settings, or review clips with a few taps and swipes.

Footnotes

1. The resolution percentage increase is calculated based on the increase in pixels actively used to produce the final 360° image. It does not include any of the pixels in the overlap between the lenses, pixels beyond ±90°, or the black areas surrounding the image circles.
2. Sold separately.
3. Frame rate is listed in 60Hz (NTSC) and 50Hz (PAL) video format, which depends on your region.
4. Horizon Lock for 360 footage is available through the GoPro Quik app. Horizon Lock for single-lens mode is available as an in-camera setting.
5. Within your home Wi-Fi network. GoPro subscription required. GoPro subscription available in select territories. Cancel anytime. Visit gopro.com for info and availability. Cloud upload is not available in China.
6. Requires standard USB-C to USB-C or standard USB-A to USB-C and Apple® Lightning to USB Camera Adapter, depending on device.
7. MAX 2 is not intended for underwater use due to image distortion.

What’s in the box

• GoPro MAX 2 8K 360 Camera
• 2 Protective Lens Caps
• 1960mAh Enduro Battery
• Curved Adhesive Mount
• Mounting Buckle + Thumb Screw
• USB-C Cable
• Microfibre Lens Cloth

GoPro MAX 2 Specifications