Upgrade Guide
GoPro MAX→GoPro HERO
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Situational
One clear hardware improvement over the MAX. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.
What's new in the HERO
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Generation5 years newer (2024 vs 2019)
Unchanged or similar
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Resolution12MP (down from 17MP — optimised for low light)
Full spec comparison
| Spec | MAX | HERO | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £259 | £199 | |
| Released | 2019 | 2024 | ↑ |
| Sensor | Dual 360° sensors | 1/2.8" CMOS | |
| Resolution | 17MP | 12MP | ↓ |
| Video | 5.6K 360° (stitched), 1440p HERO mode | 4K 30fps, 2.7K 60fps | |
| Stabilisation | Max HyperSmooth (EIS) | HyperSmooth (applied in the Quik app) | |
| Weight | — | 86g | |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Mount | Fixed dual lens (360°) | Fixed lens (15 mm-eq f/2.3) | |
| Memory Cards | 1× microSD | 1× microSD (A2 V30) |
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