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GoPro has refreshed its action-camera line with the Max2 360, a compact Lit Hero, and the Fluid Pro AI gimbal — a trio aimed at creators who want higher-resolution 360 capture, on-board lighting, and smarter stabilization.
What the Max2 360 brings to immersive shooting
The new GoPro Max2 360 is built around a 1/2.3-inch sensor and can record full 360-degree video in up to 8K at 30 fps, with 10-bit color and GP‑Log support for wider dynamic range and color grading flexibility. Photographers can capture 29 MP 360 photos, while HyperSmooth with 360 horizon-lock keeps footage steady even during aggressive movement.
One standout convenience: user-replaceable lenses. If a lens cracks in the field, it can be swapped out without tools — a small but practical detail for action shooters. The camera also packs six microphones, Bluetooth audio support, built-in GPS, and weighs 195 g while remaining waterproof to 5 m.
Mounting, stabilization and editing features
Mounting options are familiar and flexible: a standard 1/4-20 tripod thread, the fold-out fingers used across recent GoPros, and the Magnetic Latch system introduced with the Hero 13 Black. Software features include AI-based object tracking, MotionFrame editing tools, and cloud-assisted editing through the GoPro Quik app — useful for quick turnarounds and remote workflows.
Lit Hero: tiny camera, built-in light
The new Lit Hero replaces last year’s compact model and adds a three-level integrated light for low-light shooting. It captures 4K video up to 60 fps, 2x slow-motion clips, and 12 MP stills. Like the Max2, the Lit Hero offers replaceable lenses, the fingers mount, a 1/4-20 thread, magnetic mounting, and HyperSmooth stabilization. It carries a 1,225 mAh Enduro battery, two microphones, weighs 93 g, and is waterproof to 5 m.
Fluid Pro AI: a smarter gimbal for multiple cameras
GoPro’s Fluid Pro AI multi-camera gimbal supports GoPro cameras, smartphones, and compact cameras up to 400 g. It offers 3-axis stabilization, forward and rear-facing subject tracking driven by AI, an integrated fill light, and an impressive runtime of up to 18 hours — making it a strong option for creators who switch between devices during shoots.
Pricing and availability
The GoPro Max2 360 starts at $499.99 and is available for pre-order, with deliveries beginning September 30. The Lit Hero is priced at $269.99 and the Fluid Pro AI gimbal at $229.99; both go on sale starting October 21.
Conclusion
With the Max2’s 8K 360 capture and tool-free replaceable lenses, plus a light-equipped compact and a versatile AI gimbal, GoPro’s latest lineup targets creators who need durable, high-quality gear for fast-paced production. These releases emphasize practical field upgrades rather than radical redesigns — useful, incremental improvements that should appeal to vloggers, action shooters, and hybrid content creators.
Source: gsmarena
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