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GoPro HERO12 Black vs GoPro MAX2 Action Camera

Reddit prefers GoPro HERO12 Black — higher sentiment (100% vs 46% positive).

GoPro HERO12 Black
#12 in Action CamerasReddit favorite

GoPro

GoPro HERO12 Black

$335.00

100

Pros

  • +No more issues (compared to previous camera)
  • +All new code inside
  • +Massively more steady

Cons

  • −Doesn't have gps
“he wound up with a Hero 12..nice upgrade and no more issues. That's the first camera with all new code inside, massively more steady.”
Full reviewAmazon · $335.00
GoPro MAX2 Action Camera
#1 in Action Cameras

GoPro

GoPro MAX2 Action Camera

$449.00

46

Pros

  • +insane stabilization
  • +Captures 360 degrees
  • +Allows editing what you want to see
  • +Fun to use for video editing

Cons

  • −Requires tech/editing skills
  • −Takes up space (with accessories)
  • −Lower resolution over equivalent fov compared to hero 13
  • −overheats every single time in less than 22 minutes without strong air movement
“having dedicated heat sinks with physical contact with problem components on MAX 2 should see a substantial improvement between generations if the TDP of MAX and MAX2 are similar.”
r/gopro
Full reviewAmazon · $449.00
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