GoPro
HERO11 Black
GoPro flagship with an 8:7 27MP sensor, 5.3K60 video, HyperSmooth 5.0 with Horizon Lock, dual screens, and 10m waterproof body.
$499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
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 3.1 years newer.
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Wins
HERO11 Black
Wins
MAX2
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BMAX2 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AHERO11 Black has lower Weight (154 g vs 580 g)
- AHERO11 Black has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BMAX2 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BMAX2 has higher Resolution (29 MP vs 27.6 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareHERO11 Black
72 × 51 × 34 mm
154 g (0.34 lb / 5.43 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
MAX2
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
HERO11 Black is 62mm narrower, 40mm shorter, and 38mm thinner than MAX2.
HERO11 Black is 426 g lighter than MAX2.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm HERO11 Black · 72mm MAX2
Sensor size, to scale
MAX2
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
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
HERO11 Black
Codecs
Adds H.265 (HEVC)
Stabilization modes
Adds HyperSmooth 5.0, 360° Horizon Lock, AutoBoost
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.8, 50.8, 33.6
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
154 g vs 580 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
MAX2
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
AA filter
Only MAX2 supports it
Eye AF
Only MAX2 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only MAX2 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
HERO11 Black
Pros
- ✓8:7 sensor for vertical + horizontal framing
- ✓5.3K60 and 4K120 video
- ✓HyperSmooth 5.0 + Horizon Lock
- ✓Dual LCD screens
- ✓Enduro battery included
Cons
- –Superseded by HERO12/13
- –Fixed lens
- –No burst slo-mo like HERO13
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
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, HERO11 Black or MAX2?
MAX2 scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for HERO11 Black — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the HERO11 Black and MAX2?
HERO11 Black is 27.6 MP and MAX2 is 29 MP, so the MAX2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the HERO11 Black and MAX2 have in-body image stabilization?
HERO11 Black uses HyperSmooth 5.0 (electronic), while MAX2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the HERO11 Black and MAX2?
HERO11 Black weighs 154 g and MAX2 weighs 580 g, so the HERO11 Black is 426 g lighter.
Do the HERO11 Black and MAX2 record 4K video?
HERO11 Black: 4K up to 120p. MAX2: 4K up to 60p.
Are the HERO11 Black and MAX2 weather sealed?
HERO11 Black: Yes. MAX2: Yes.
How much does each cost?
HERO11 Black launched at $499 and MAX2 at $500. The HERO11 Black is $1 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.