What will the GoPro 360 Max 2 bring? Should I wait or get the Insta360 X4 now?

GoPro Max 2 leaked image + Insta360 X4
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We know beyond doubt GoPro has a new 360-degree camera coming soon, but will it be worth the wait? What features are we expecting (especially since you can buy the 8K Isnta360 X4 right now?)

In the latest earnings call, GoPro even used the name 'Max 2' to refer to the 360-degree camera they said was coming in 2025, so we know for sure it's coming. The question is what will it bring and – specifically – will it jump to the top of our best 360-degree camera guide.

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Row 0 - Cell 0 GoPro MaxInsta360 X4GoPro Max 2 ?
Resolution5.7K / 30fps8K / 30fps8K at 60fps (at least for short bursts)?
Slow-Mo3K / 60fps5.7K / 120fps3K / 240fps5.7K / 120fps?
Battery life (360)85 mins135 mins at 5.7K / 75mins at 8K(Leaked images look small – this might be tricky!)
Stills16.6 MP72MP 54MP??
Priceat launch: $499$499$499

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Adam Juniper
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With over 20 years of expertise as a tech journalist, Adam brings a wealth of knowledge across a vast number of product categories, including timelapse cameras, home security cameras, NVR cameras, photography books, webcams, 3D printers and 3D scanners, borescopes, radar detectors… and, above all, drones. 

Adam is our resident expert on all aspects of camera drones and drone photography, from buying guides on the best choices for aerial photographers of all ability levels to the latest rules and regulations on piloting drones. 

He is the author of a number of books including The Complete Guide to Drones, The Smart Smart Home Handbook, 101 Tips for DSLR Video and The Drone Pilot's Handbook