DJI Osmo 360 VS GoPro Max2

The DJI Osmo 360 and GoPro Max2 both offer IP-rated protection but differ in their ratings. The Osmo 360 comes with an IP68 rating, meaning it is fully dustproof and can be submerged in water beyond 1 meter, while the Max2 features an IPX8 rating, which is water-resistant but may not be as robust in extreme dust exposure.

In terms of physical design, the Osmo 360 is slightly smaller, with a volume of 179.36 cm³, and lighter at 183 g, compared to the Max2's larger size (217.24 cm³) and weight (195 g). The Osmo 360 is also thinner at 36.3 mm versus the Max2's 48.7 mm. However, the Max2 is more compact in height (69.7 mm) and width (64 mm) compared to the Osmo 360's height of 81 mm and width of 61 mm.

Both products have touch screens, external memory slots, and internal displays, but there are some key differences. The Osmo 360 has a 2″ screen, while the Max2’s screen is slightly smaller at 1.82″. The Osmo 360 offers 128GB of internal storage, while the Max2 lacks internal storage entirely. As for temperature tolerance, the Osmo 360 can operate in temperatures up to 45 °C and as low as -20 °C, while the Max2 has a slightly lower maximum of 40 °C and a minimum of -10 °C.

Both the DJI Osmo 360 and GoPro Max2 are compatible with Android and iOS devices, making them flexible for various smartphone users. However, the Bluetooth versions differ slightly: the Osmo 360 uses Bluetooth 5.1, while the Max2 uses the slightly newer Bluetooth 5.3.

In terms of USB features, the Osmo 360 lacks a USB Type-C port and has a USB version of 0, whereas the Max2 includes a USB Type-C port and supports USB version 3, which may offer faster data transfer speeds. Additionally, the Osmo 360 supports live streaming natively, while the Max2 also supports this feature. The Osmo 360 includes a remote control, while the Max2 does not.

Both devices support Wi-Fi (with Wi-Fi 6, 5, and 4 compatibility), support remote smartphone control, and feature voice command functionality. The Max2 has built-in GPS, but the Osmo 360 does not provide GPS support.

The DJI Osmo 360 and GoPro Max2 both feature similar battery capabilities. The Osmo 360 has a 1950 mAh battery, while the Max2 has a slightly higher 1960 mAh battery. Both cameras use removable and rechargeable batteries and include battery level indicators to keep track of power. Additionally, both devices support fast charging for quicker recharging times.

In terms of battery features, the two products are identical with no significant differences in performance or functionality regarding battery power and charging features.

The DJI Osmo 360 features a total of 4 microphones, while the GoPro Max2 includes 6 microphones. Both cameras have stereo microphones for enhanced audio quality, but neither product offers a microphone input or a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack.

In terms of microphone capabilities, the Max2 provides slightly more microphone coverage with 6 microphones compared to the Osmo 360's 4 microphones, but both devices are similar in terms of their lack of external microphone options.

The DJI Osmo 360 boasts a significantly higher 120 MP main camera compared to the GoPro Max2’s 29 MP main camera. Both cameras feature an adjustable field of view, dual-lens (or multi-lens) main cameras, and use BSI and CMOS sensors for enhanced image quality in low light. The Osmo 360 has a wider aperture of 1.9f, while the Max2’s aperture is slightly narrower at 1.8f.

Both cameras have manual shutter speed and white balance settings for greater control over their image capture, but neither includes a flash. Additionally, the Osmo 360 has a much higher maximum ISO of 51200 compared to the Max2's 6400, indicating a broader range of sensitivity for better low-light performance on the Osmo 360.

The DJI Osmo 360 and GoPro Max2 differ significantly in their video recording capabilities. The Osmo 360 supports video recording at 2160 x 120 fps, while the Max2 records at a lower resolution of 3840 x 30 fps. In terms of field of view, the Osmo 360 has a wide 170° field of view, whereas the Max2 offers a full 360° field of view, allowing for more immersive video capture.

Both cameras support timelapse, slow-motion video, phase-detection autofocus, continuous autofocus, horizon leveling, and a 24p cinema mode. However, the Max2 has the added advantage of shooting raw footage, while the Osmo 360 does not. Both cameras also feature AF tracking and invisible selfie stick support, but neither has a video light.