DJI
Osmo 360
Dual-lens 360 action camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS imaging, 8K 360 video, 120MP panoramic photos, IP68 10m waterproofing, and 128GB built-in storage.
$549
Launch priceReleased Jul 2025
GoPro
MAX2
True 8K 360 action camera with twist-and-go replaceable lenses, 29MP 360 photos, 4K100 spherical slo-mo, 10-bit GP-Log, six mics, and 5m waterproof rugged body.
$500
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
MAX2 is 2 months newer.
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Wins
Osmo 360
Wins
MAX2
8 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo 360 has lower Weight (183.2 g vs 580 g)
- AOsmo 360 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BMAX2 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- AOsmo 360 has higher 4K max frame rate (100 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOsmo 360 has higher Resolution (30.72 MP vs 29 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo 360
36 × 81 × 61 mm
183.2 g (0.40 lb / 6.46 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
MAX2
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Osmo 360 is 98mm narrower, 10mm shorter, and 11mm thinner than MAX2.
Osmo 360 is 397 g lighter than MAX2.
Depth (front-to-back): 61mm Osmo 360 · 72mm MAX2
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo 360
36 × 81 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
MAX2
134 × 91 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo 360
36 × 61 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
MAX2
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo 360
11.5 × 8.6 mm · Compact
99 mm² area
MAX2
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Osmo 360
Stabilization modes
Adds RockSteady 3.0, Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 36.3, 81, 61
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Weight
183.2 g vs 580 g — lower is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds HEVC
4K max frame rate
100 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Resolution
30.72 MP vs 29 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
MAX2
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Codecs
Adds H.264, ProRes
AA filter
Only MAX2 supports it
Eye AF
Only MAX2 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only MAX2 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only MAX2 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 8 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 20 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 120 frames
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo 360
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video
- ✓120MP panoramic photos
- ✓IP68 and 10m waterproof
- ✓128GB built-in storage
Cons
- –Fisheye stitching limits underwater use
- –JPEG photos only
- –360 workflow adds editing steps
MAX2
Pros
- ✓True 8K 360 video (21% more pixels vs rivals)
- ✓Field-replaceable twist-on lenses
- ✓4K100 360 slo-mo + 5.6K60 360
- ✓10-bit GP-Log + 300Mbps (GoPro Labs)
- ✓4K60 single-lens + 180° HyperView POV
Cons
- –360 workflow needs reframing in Quik
- –$100 more than HERO13 Black
- –1/2.3-inch dual sensors
- –8K runtime shorter than 5.6K modes
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Osmo 360 or MAX2?
MAX2 scores 7.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for Osmo 360 — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo 360 and MAX2?
Osmo 360 is 30.72 MP and MAX2 is 29 MP, so the Osmo 360 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Osmo 360 and MAX2 have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo 360 does not have IBIS, while MAX2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo 360 or the MAX2?
Osmo 360 reaches 20 fps electronic. MAX2 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo 360 and MAX2?
Osmo 360 weighs 183.2 g and MAX2 weighs 580 g, so the Osmo 360 is 397 g lighter.
Do the Osmo 360 and MAX2 record 4K video?
Osmo 360: 4K up to 100p. MAX2: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo 360 and MAX2 weather sealed?
Osmo 360: Yes. MAX2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo 360 and 640 shots for the MAX2, giving the MAX2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo 360 launched at $549 and MAX2 at $500. The MAX2 is $49 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and GoPro press materials.