Between the MAX 2 and Osmo Action 4, the MAX 2 comes out ahead in max video, while the Osmo Action 4 wins on waterproof depth and max 4k fps. Overall, the MAX 2 scores 58.6 and the Osmo Action 4 scores 95 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Osmo Action 4 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 36.4 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the MAX 2 if you care most about max video. The biggest gaps in its favor are max video.
Pick the Osmo Action 4 if you care most about waterproof depth and max 4k fps. Its strongest claims are waterproof depth, max 4k fps.
Both ship with comparable stabilization, horizon lock, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Osmo Action 4 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why GoPro - MAX 2 wins
- ▲Max video: 5.7K (vs 4K120).
Why DJI - Osmo Action 4 wins
- ▲Waterproof depth — 260.00% more. 18 m vs 5 m.
- ▲Max 4K fps — 100.00% more. 120 vs 60.
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | DJI - Osmo Action 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 5.7Klead | 4K120 |
| Max 4K fps | 60 | 120lead |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| Log profileⓘ | true | true |
Stabilization
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | DJI - Osmo Action 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon lock | true | true |
| Stabilization | gimbal-class | gimbal-class |
Durability
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | DJI - Osmo Action 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 18 mlead |
| Weight | 165 g | 145 glead |
| Removable lens | false | false |
Spec-level deep dives
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