GoPro MAX2
GoPro's MAX2 camera gets a major firmware update and a limited-time 40% discount, making it an even more compelling choice for professional creators and
The GoPro MAX2 camera has become one of the most celebrated 360 cameras on the market, earning titles like 'Best Overall 360 Camera' from WIRED and 'Editor's Choice' from Tom's Guide. According to the source, a major new firmware update and a limited-time 40% discount that brings the price down to $299 make it an even easier recommendation. The discount is a significant reduction from the original price, making the MAX2 more accessible to a wider range of users. Launched less than a year ago, the MAX2 has quickly become one of the most celebrated 360 cameras on the market. It has earned titles like 'Best Overall 360 Camera' from WIRED, 'Editor's Choice' and 'Best 360 Camera for Pros' from Tom's Guide, plus Editors' Choice awards from CNET and PCMag. It also contributed to GoPro's third Emmy Award for 360 technology.
Higher bitrate means noticeably cleaner footage
The headline feature of the firmware update is a new Maximum Bitrate option that lets the MAX2 record at up to 200Mbps. This means that footage should look cleaner and hold up better during editing, with reduced compression artifacts and finer textures and details. Whether you're skiing through fresh powder, mountain biking down rocky trails, or filming fast-moving surf, footage should look cleaner and hold up better during editing. The new 200Mbps recording mode is available in the camera's premium recording options, including 8K 360 video and 4K single-lens mode. Those same modes already support 10-bit color, making them ideal for creators who want maximum flexibility during post-production.
Time Lapse finally gets the pro treatment
GoPro is also expanding two of its biggest professional features - 10-bit color and GP-Log - to every Time Lapse recording mode. This includes TimeWarp, Night Effects, Time Lapse, and Night Lapse. Previously, creators had access to these advanced color options only in select recording modes. Now, every time-lapse sequence benefits from richer color information and significantly more room for professional color grading. For filmmakers, this is a welcome change. GP-Log captures a flatter-looking image that preserves more highlight and shadow detail, giving editors greater creative control when matching footage or creating cinematic looks.
Two smaller updates you’ll actually appreciate
GoPro also included a pair of quality-of-life improvements that solve everyday shooting frustrations. The first is an Anti-Flickering toggle, allowing users to quickly switch between 60Hz and 50Hz shutter settings. If you've ever traveled internationally and noticed annoying flickering under indoor lighting, you'll know exactly why this matters. Different countries use different electrical frequencies, and having a quick toggle makes it much easier to capture clean indoor footage without diving through menus. The second addition extends Blur Reduction to single-lens video modes. This feature helps reduce motion blur in low-light situations, producing sharper footage when shooting indoors or after sunset.
Why MAX2 still stands out
The firmware arrives on top of an already impressive feature set. The MAX2 captures immersive 8K 360-degree video, letting users reframe shots after filming so they never have to worry about pointing the camera in exactly the right direction. It also doubles as a traditional action camera thanks to its single-lens mode, giving buyers two cameras in one. GoPro's renowned HyperSmooth stabilization keeps footage remarkably steady even during rough activities. The current 40% discount dramatically lowers the cost of entry, making it an even more compelling choice for anyone interested in premium 360 content creation. With its versatile features and improved pro video tools, the MAX2 is a great option for documenting road trips, cycling adventures, hiking trails, family vacations, or creating social media content.
