Between the MAX 2 and RX0 II, the MAX 2 comes out ahead in max 4k fps and horizon lock, while the RX0 II wins on waterproof depth. Overall, the MAX 2 scores 58.6 and the RX0 II scores 35 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The MAX 2 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 23.6 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 4k fps and horizon lock. The biggest gaps in its favor are max 4k fps, horizon lock, max video, among others.
Pick the RX0 II if you care most about waterproof depth. Its strongest claims are waterproof depth.
There are no meaningful ties on the headline specs — every popular-comparison metric has a winner.
Bottom line: the MAX 2 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 4K fps — 100.00% more. 60 vs 30.
- ▲Has Horizon lock.
- ▲Max video: 5.7K (vs 4K30).
- ▲Stabilization: gimbal-class (vs advanced).
Why Sony - RX0 II wins
- ▲Waterproof depth — 100.00% more. 10 m vs 5 m.
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | Sony - RX0 II |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 5.7Klead | 4K30 |
| Max 4K fps | 60lead | 30 |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| Log profileⓘ | true | true |
Stabilization
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | Sony - RX0 II |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon lock | truelead | false |
| Stabilization | gimbal-classlead | advanced |
Durability
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | Sony - RX0 II |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 10 mlead |
| Weight | 165 g | 132 glead |
| Removable lens | false | false |
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