Upgrade Guide
GoPro MISSION 1→GoPro MAX
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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The MAX offers little measurable spec improvement over the MISSION 1. Spend the money on glass instead.
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Resolution17MP (down from 50MP — optimised for low light)
Full spec comparison
| Spec | MISSION 1 | MAX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £529 | £259 | |
| Released | 2026 | 2019 | ↓ |
| Sensor | 1" CMOS (50MP) | Dual 360° sensors | |
| Resolution | 50MP | 17MP | ↓ |
| Video | 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps, 10-bit GP-Log2 | 5.6K 360° (stitched), 1440p HERO mode | |
| Stabilisation | HyperSmooth with 360° Horizon Lock (EIS) | Max HyperSmooth (EIS) | |
| Weight | 207g | — | |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Mount | Fixed lens (15–27 mm-eq f/2.8) | Fixed dual lens (360°) | |
| Memory Cards | 1× microSD (V30) | 1× microSD |
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