Just days after DJI stole the spotlight with its Osmo 360 launch, GoPro is firing back. The action camera giant has started teasing its next big release—the GoPro Max 2—and the internet is already buzzing with leaked images and specs.
Leaked Specs Hint at Big Upgrades
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The GoPro Max 2 is the long-awaited follow-up to the original Max from 2019. Fresh leaks from China suggest it will keep GoPro’s signature Folding Fingers mounting system—rugged, reliable, and compatible with all the classic GoPro mounts. Whether it’s strapped to a helmet, bike, or snowboard, this thing is built for adventure.
Early prototypes have been spotted in beta testing. One test unit was missing a screen (likely unfinished), but the final model is expected to feature a single LCD—similar to other modern 360-degree cameras.
Tech tipster Igor Bogdanov from Quadro News even shared internal shots showing a massive heatsink inside. That could mean a big jump in processing power, possibly unlocking 8K 360 video recording—putting it toe-to-toe with rivals like the Insta360 X5 and DJI Osmo 360.
In terms of design, the Max 2 seems to take inspiration from the DJI Osmo 360’s compact and symmetrical look, ditching the elongated body style of the Insta360 X5.
GoPro Starts the Hype Train
GoPro isn’t just sitting back—they’ve already launched a teaser campaign. The first promo shows two skydivers jumping from a hot air balloon, with the new camera in clear view and the cheeky caption “droppping.”
A second teaser went straight for the competition’s weak spot: lens replacement. Unlike DJI, which requires service center visits, the Max 2 will have user-replaceable lenses. No tools, no calibration—just “Twist + go.” It’s a clear nod to Insta360’s popular quick-swap lens design.
Price and Release Date
While GoPro hasn’t confirmed an official launch date, the flurry of teasers suggests the Max 2 could drop just in time for the holiday season.
Pricing is still a mystery, but if GoPro follows the trend set by the Insta360 X5 and DJI Osmo 360, we can expect it to land between $500 and $600.
With demand for 360-degree content exploding and GoPro’s reputation for delivering premium gear at accessible prices, the Max 2 could be exactly what action cam fans have been waiting for.
Stay tuned—GoPro’s big reveal might be just weeks away.