Resolution, mic, and all that other stuff aside. They both look great. The real question is, which one can you have more fun with and enjoy? The Max for me.
GP8 new design looks to me to fix issues they had with the changeable lens on the 5,6,7 where water was getting in. The built in mounting brackets fixes the issue with noise coming from the case during recording.
Awesome, was going to get the hero 8 for my first gopro for my motorcycle but after seeing the max I think its definitely a much better choice for the purpose.
Audio did sound good...better than the Sony FDR X3000 (a favorite)? As for the screen protector, Gopro could add to the 8, but recognize the price might be slightly higher to accommodate. Likely what they simply did for the max. A great video, as always!
One think worth mentioning is that if you use it in the ocean without protective case your GoPro will rust eventually. That is the fact stated by long time GoPro user. Salt water accumulates around the seals and that's how it starts. Good video.
Hey T.E.D. very nice video. Subscribed and clicked on notifications. I just picked up my Hero 8 yesterday. Excited to see it in action. I will surely want to get the display mod for the Hero 8.. to me make blogging easier to keep your shot framed up.
11:30 100% agree with you. I have the GoPro PolarPro Cinema Series ND filters and not being able to bring them to the 8 makes me sad. That alone made me hard pass the 8. I’m completely happy with the 7 Black except for the lack of ProTune in TimeWarp/TimeLapse.
I agree 200% about the 8. The lens cover is ridiculous. A step back to the 4. I also am not a fan of the new mount. I see it as a weak spot. If you crash and break those that will strip the screws and again send it back.
Dad. The "Hero 8" ( Black ) in 4K definitely looks and sounds better than the "Max's" ( 1080p ). The "8" is worlds better sounding than the "Max". Terrific shows. Keep them coming!
I have a Max GroPro as a gift last Christmas. I do like it, but having problems with paring it to my Sena 10U in my helmet. If you have a step by step on how to achieve it that would be great. I might just go purchase a GoPro 8.
Great video! Quick question, can you choose between the front and the back microphone on the hero max? Because it sounds muffled. I find interesting that when you move the camera on the side, it sounds really better. Listen at 8:41 when you move the camera on the side. Maybe you were using the microphone on the back?
Looking through your 'Gear List'..are you still using a teleprompter? I'm in the market...wondering if you can recommend a good one? I think you mentioned one a long time ago (in your older videos). Not sure if you've upgraded or it's still getting the job done? Keep up the great work! Love the 'Pillars of Action'..great stuff.
Hey dude, question for you. I've looked everywhere, and can't find anyone that has tried this. Can you slide the Max battery into the hero 8 with the door open, and see if it works? I just read that the hero 8 charger will charge the Max battery without any issues. Hopefully you still have both of these cameras sitting around. Thanks!!!
Hay man when you were doing the vlogging test on both what setting did you have the GoPro max mic settings at I have a max and I find that when you use all the mics in use recording in hero mode it sounds distant when it's set to use the mic as the same side as it's recording it's way better in my use case 😂 hope you are good man and family is good too 👍
Hey man! Thanks for the videos! Just wondering. We’re you using the default GoPro settings on the split screen? Also, were they on wide or linear? Thanks again!
Were you recording with the bitrate set to 100mbps I can see slightly sharper and less noisy image on the hero 8 which is noticeable by a bit specially during fast movements.
i don't really use my Yi4k for video production. mostly for home videos. is it just me or do action cameras not make a very good cinematic camera. maybe it's just that I'm not using 24fps enough
Why I would rather use a action cam over my phone is because it is smaller and has a lot more mounting options. How am I going to mount to my helmet and motorcycle?
Hello dear..!! I want to know something. If you keep aside the 360 facilities from "GoPro Max" regarding comparison, which one is better between "Hero 8" & "GoPro Max"!?
GoPro can be frustrating. Why oh why did someone decide to remove the lens protector from the Hero 8? I have always thought the square shape in idiotic (look at how much better the Osmo Action is having a round shape for using filters) but at least the lens protector was there, was removable and was replaceable. What idiot thought that getting rid of it was something we wouldn’t care about? Because of that missing lens protector, the Hero 7 is a better camera, and the one to recommend.
Running stabilization test between the two cameras -- the background (trees way in the background) on the Max went all artifacty-blocky while those on the Hero 8 at the exact same time were crystal clear -- considering my viewing (1080p on a 47" TV via RUclips via FireStick) didn't change, I don't think that you can blame this on RUclips compression because the background on the Hero 8 should have been affected the same way. So -- computational stress on the Max? 360 computation + stabilization at 5.6K is a lot, or maybe in the rendering of the 16x9 1080p from the Max video? Either way if this artifacting makes its way into the final Max footage, that sort of defeats the great stabilization....
Dude you are so awesome, i love your voice and dialogue delivery, and ofcourse the video content. You are very talented you tuber. I would love to see 1M sub very soon in 2019..
I can't buy a 1080p only camera in 2019. Still sporting my H7B with Ulanzi Pro cage, Saramonic Mini SmartMic with little dead cat plus Lumecube Air. If this had 2.7 or 4k then maybe. I didn't buy the 8 ... yet as have the 7 setup nice and my iPhone 11 is so darn good. These are B and C or bad weather cameras.. or on the fly cameras... LOL!
are you seriously going to record 4k videos while on a trip? just the huge size makes them impractical due to less storage and interne data usage while uploading
My laptop and internet can handle it. I shoot 2.7k all the time on my GoPro. Often I shoot 1080p on the primary camera then downsample the 2.7k. Looks good. I have done all 4K for shorter skills demonstrations and gear reviews. I could also do all 4K for longer trips but often don’t however that’s not all my channel does. Bottom line. I am not buying a 1080p only camera in 2019 for my channel. You can for yours but not for me.
Hi I've been watch your videos lately and really enjoy you videos I have a request can we have a comparison of making vlogging videos with action cam vs dslr and the standard plus and minus thing !!!!!
I just bought the max and hero 7 silver without even watching any reviews, I might regret it 🤦🏼♀️, I should’ve gone with the 8? I like the 360 though, but im more into resolution and image quality
Depends on your use case. If you wanna go biking with a camera, or any action sport, you probably want a tiny action camera on a mount. Same with travel blogging, the GoPro is super small so easy to carry. With a DSLR, the camera + lenses + perhaps a tripod would really add to the bulk you’re carrying. Just my two cents.
Another spot on review! Do you Vlog and and also want an occasional unique shot or two, and don’t mind occasionally having to use the app to reframe some 360 content = GoPro Max Not a Vlogger, into heavy action, more casual use, slowmo, underwater = GoPro 8
@@TheEverydayDad -- OK -- I was worried that you and the Everyday Wife (and Everyday kid) had split!!! Can't wait to see more "family vacation" videos testing out equipment. In fact, if you can manage to do a "National Lampoon's Vacation" in 4K with awesome stabilization, go for it!!!!
Because for the comparison he has the 2 cameras mounted at the end of a pole with an angle, the Max makes the pole invisible only if it's mounted completely straight at the end of the pole
Even with the GoPro stick you can still see a small part of the mount. It’s not terrible but also not as good as the Insta 360. I expect the GoPro will improve with software over time and overall its probably the best 360 camera for consumers right now.
hello sir im a new Subscriber of yours, Nice and good review of Gopro Hero 8 and Max👍🙂 --Maam Sirs Can i ask a liitle Pls🙏 Where to buy Gopro Hero 8 in America or in Callifornia U.S.A?
How easy would it be to break the screen on the max. I'm debating getting one to use when I sword fight or fencing..We use steel swords. They are rapiers and can flex and bend. Sense it doesn have a protective case I'm debating if I should get the insta instead. I need the high stabilzation of the max though. What would you recommend. I record in fights of big battles like 25 vs 25 where I'm running around and moving alot. Would the stabilzation of the insta be good enough ? Would the max get ruined when it gets hit with no cover .
would it be possible to share, with for example Google Drive or upload sites, some small MP4 samples footages direct out from the SD card of a Gopro Max 360 ? in the most rare format : the MAX VR Full 360°. One in protune mode, other in normal mode, 5,6 Ko. i would like to test the workflow with my PC computer, with Gopro Studio, but too with opening into Vegas Pro 16, trying some VR player as multimedia MPC HC / VLC .... No way to find any of these footage samples for a 360 cam. is it real ? complot ? if you put theses files, make your own publicity on you own page because you will be the really 1st man in the world, sharing real 360 cam SD card footage !! Yes ! i know this is crasy, but it IS. No way to find any .MP4 non edited anamorphosed original 360 cam footage file.
Don't like the Max, Don't like the GoPro Hero 8 because it has no screen protector and for the price I am paying I shouldn't have to go out of my way to buy a screen protector. Also if you need accessories and have to start of all over because camera size has been changed. I will for sure pass up. Thanks again. But there are to many 4k 360 degree cameras out on the market. Go Pro has more of the fame. Max at $499 Hero 8 at $399 Even with a $100 off I will have to pass because it is seriously overpriced. Thanks again for sharing.
Gopro will never unlock higher resolutions on the Max because then there would be no need for the hero 8.
That is pure cold business mindset from Gopro. No care and technological optimization for loyal customers.
Resolution, mic, and all that other stuff aside. They both look great. The real question is, which one can you have more fun with and enjoy? The Max for me.
I just bought both... looking forward to diving deep into go pro vlogging 🙂
This is the best review and comparison so far! Very helpful. Thank you! 😊
Can i get your number?? Are you free at night
GP8 new design looks to me to fix issues they had with the changeable lens on the 5,6,7 where water was getting in. The built in mounting brackets fixes the issue with noise coming from the case during recording.
Your awesome. love how detail you are explaining the cameras. Well done. I think now I Know wish one to choose
Awesome, was going to get the hero 8 for my first gopro for my motorcycle but after seeing the max I think its definitely a much better choice for the purpose.
Did you buy it ?? Is it good??
Audio did sound good...better than the Sony FDR X3000 (a favorite)? As for the screen protector, Gopro could add to the 8, but recognize the price might be slightly higher to accommodate. Likely what they simply did for the max. A great video, as always!
Thanks so much! And yeah the audio captured by the hero 8 is the best I’ve ever heard on an action camera.
One think worth mentioning is that if you use it in the ocean without protective case your GoPro will rust eventually.
That is the fact stated by long time GoPro user. Salt water accumulates around the seals and that's how it starts. Good video.
Maciej Piotrowski I always wash off everything with soap and fresh water when coming in from salt .
Max. Going on vacation tmw and I am only taking the Max (I have 5 other gopros). Hopefully it goes well!
Nice! It does have a great image quality 👍
The Everyday Dad yes it does.
Drew Geyer why dont you give me one 😂 ,,may be god will give you the paradis for your charity
Want the 360 max for snowboarding do you think it would be idle
Getting close to 100k!!! Congrats buddy!!!!!
Hey T.E.D. very nice video. Subscribed and clicked on notifications. I just picked up my Hero 8 yesterday. Excited to see it in action. I will surely want to get the display mod for the Hero 8.. to me make blogging easier to keep your shot framed up.
The more I've been using MAX the more I've been loving it, even more than my HERO8. Rumor of an update to Max for 60fps in 360 coming soon!
did this update come?
@@liamabel123 Yes, about 2 years ago
4:29 yes because that display is not 4k. It’s actually 2.7k. On my 4k display the difference is night and day. However it’s not completely horrible...
11:30 100% agree with you.
I have the GoPro PolarPro Cinema Series ND filters and not being able to bring them to the 8 makes me sad. That alone made me hard pass the 8.
I’m completely happy with the 7 Black except for the lack of ProTune in TimeWarp/TimeLapse.
I agree 200% about the 8.
The lens cover is ridiculous. A step back to the 4.
I also am not a fan of the new mount. I see it as a weak spot. If you crash and break those that will strip the screws and again send it back.
Dad. The "Hero 8" ( Black ) in 4K definitely looks and sounds better than the "Max's" ( 1080p ). The "8" is worlds better sounding than the "Max". Terrific shows. Keep them coming!
I have a Max GroPro as a gift last Christmas. I do like it, but having problems with paring it to my Sena 10U in my helmet. If you have a step by step on how to achieve it that would be great. I might just go purchase a GoPro 8.
Nice Comparison of the New Go Pro Lineups and Advanced Happy 100k Subs 😊
I wonder which mic you have set to at 8:43 it seems to sound better has you turn the camera. I will compare it with the Osmo action soon.
Great video! Quick question, can you choose between the front and the back microphone on the hero max? Because it sounds muffled. I find interesting that when you move the camera on the side, it sounds really better. Listen at 8:41 when you move the camera on the side. Maybe you were using the microphone on the back?
I have never commented on reviews but let me tell you, this presentation and review was amazing, wish you all the best. Excellent job!
For quad/dirt bike riding which one do u recommend
Almost 100K!!! 🔥🔥🔥
Actually I found your reviews are much better than a lot out there.
Looking through your 'Gear List'..are you still using a teleprompter? I'm in the market...wondering if you can recommend a good one? I think you mentioned one a long time ago (in your older videos). Not sure if you've upgraded or it's still getting the job done? Keep up the great work! Love the 'Pillars of Action'..great stuff.
Hey dude, question for you. I've looked everywhere, and can't find anyone that has tried this. Can you slide the Max battery into the hero 8 with the door open, and see if it works? I just read that the hero 8 charger will charge the Max battery without any issues. Hopefully you still have both of these cameras sitting around. Thanks!!!
Hay man when you were doing the vlogging test on both what setting did you have the GoPro max mic settings at I have a max and I find that when you use all the mics in use recording in hero mode it sounds distant when it's set to use the mic as the same side as it's recording it's way better in my use case 😂 hope you are good man and family is good too 👍
I’m buying the Hero 8 for my husband.. Thanks so much for your review!!. 💕
Love you videos! Amazing!
Hey man! Thanks for the videos! Just wondering. We’re you using the default GoPro settings on the split screen? Also, were they on wide or linear? Thanks again!
is it normal for gopro max at high temp after few minutes of using?
Can I use my remote control on Max?
Almost 100k let's goooooooo
Were you recording with the bitrate set to 100mbps I can see slightly sharper and less noisy image on the hero 8 which is noticeable by a bit specially during fast movements.
i don't really use my Yi4k for video production. mostly for home videos. is it just me or do action cameras not make a very good cinematic camera. maybe it's just that I'm not using 24fps enough
What if you export in GoPro player in 5.6k then use adobe premiere then export in 5k
Why I would rather use a action cam over my phone is because it is smaller and has a lot more mounting options. How am I going to mount to my helmet and motorcycle?
Do you need any type of lens protection to GoPro Max for diving up to 16 ft?
i,m waiting my preorder gopro max, hope will the best camera for me.
How is it?
Thank You
Thanks I am still tempted for the Black 8 but also tempted on the MAX too.
so i watched go pro 7 vs 8 vs max, i guess im gonna buy 7 🤣😂
Hello dear..!!
I want to know something. If you keep aside the 360 facilities from "GoPro Max" regarding comparison, which one is better between "Hero 8" & "GoPro Max"!?
Which one is best GoPro 8 or max?
GoPro can be frustrating. Why oh why did someone decide to remove the lens protector from the Hero 8? I have always thought the square shape in idiotic (look at how much better the Osmo Action is having a round shape for using filters) but at least the lens protector was there, was removable and was replaceable. What idiot thought that getting rid of it was something we wouldn’t care about? Because of that missing lens protector, the Hero 7 is a better camera, and the one to recommend.
Which one I should buy bro . . Help me . I’m new Vlogger
Running stabilization test between the two cameras -- the background (trees way in the background) on the Max went all artifacty-blocky while those on the Hero 8 at the exact same time were crystal clear -- considering my viewing (1080p on a 47" TV via RUclips via FireStick) didn't change, I don't think that you can blame this on RUclips compression because the background on the Hero 8 should have been affected the same way. So -- computational stress on the Max? 360 computation + stabilization at 5.6K is a lot, or maybe in the rendering of the 16x9 1080p from the Max video? Either way if this artifacting makes its way into the final Max footage, that sort of defeats the great stabilization....
highly recommend this purchase
HI.. WHAT'S UP! I WANNA ASK U OF THE GOPRO HERO 8 CAN READ SANDISK Ultra® microSDXC™ UHS-I 200 GB AND ALSO CAN IT ZOOM IN & OUT WHEN FILMING ?? THANKS
Can I record from front and back and switch between the two in my video, so it looks just like a normal video to upload here on RUclips?
Does anyone know if you can use a rode mic with either of these cameras?
what about wind audio ? the max is better forsure
Dude you are so awesome, i love your voice and dialogue delivery, and ofcourse the video content. You are very talented you tuber. I would love to see 1M sub very soon in 2019..
Neer Lohani don’t you meen 2020! Jeez😐
Will you be testing the Qoocam 360 8k camera when it's available?
Which do you choose? Solution, buy both!
Have you tried the in app horizon stabilising for the Hero 8?
I'm still not sure which 1 I want to get. I mean I have an akaso v50 pro so pretty nice upgrade either way. Lol
On a side note a screen protector isn't going to save a window if it hits hard. The 7 removable system is better IMO.
He said scratches.
@@AssPhyxiation Right but I said..."On a side note".... and my side note is correct.
@@MegaWoodswalker
He has said the same thing in his 7 and 8 comparison. Doesn't make any sense to not have removable lenses..
Hello sir im from malaysia can i ask u gopro max 360 have gps or not ?
I can't buy a 1080p only camera in 2019. Still sporting my H7B with Ulanzi Pro cage, Saramonic Mini SmartMic with little dead cat plus Lumecube Air. If this had 2.7 or 4k then maybe. I didn't buy the 8 ... yet as have the 7 setup nice and my iPhone 11 is so darn good. These are B and C or bad weather cameras.. or on the fly cameras... LOL!
are you seriously going to record 4k videos while on a trip? just the huge size makes them impractical due to less storage and interne data usage while uploading
My laptop and internet can handle it. I shoot 2.7k all the time on my GoPro. Often I shoot 1080p on the primary camera then downsample the 2.7k. Looks good. I have done all 4K for shorter skills demonstrations and gear reviews. I could also do all 4K for longer trips but often don’t however that’s not all my channel does. Bottom line. I am not buying a 1080p only camera in 2019 for my channel. You can for yours but not for me.
But wait... You mentioned nothing about the 3D capabilities of the Max
If you look at the trees in the background, the video taken by the Max apparently has less detail. Hero 8 video is more presentable.
Is the HX99 worth buying?
Depends on what you’d use it for. Do you need a pocketable super zoom? Then yes 👍
Am not sure why you were not able to record max on 1440p 60 frames
What lens are u using to record this video
I got my go pro hero black but my image stabilization doesn't work ....
Hi I've been watch your videos lately and really enjoy you videos I have a request can we have a comparison of making vlogging videos with action cam vs dslr and the standard plus and minus thing !!!!!
The max sounds muffled
Does max still have connectivity issues for Android apps
No
I just bought the max and hero 7 silver without even watching any reviews, I might regret it 🤦🏼♀️, I should’ve gone with the 8? I like the 360 though, but im more into resolution and image quality
Is DSLR not better than Gopro?
Depends on your use case. If you wanna go biking with a camera, or any action sport, you probably want a tiny action camera on a mount. Same with travel blogging, the GoPro is super small so easy to carry. With a DSLR, the camera + lenses + perhaps a tripod would really add to the bulk you’re carrying. Just my two cents.
9:10 hero 8 isn’t an action camera?
ilove go pro..
awesome bro!
An expensive camera that only outputs 1080/1440p video resolutions in 2020 is inexcusable.
The max is a good all rounder with hero mode as a feature but the 8 doesn't has 360 as a feature. Max wins for the minimalist.
Is it just the video or is the 360 cam pixelated
Another spot on review!
Do you Vlog and and also want an occasional unique shot or two, and don’t mind occasionally having to use the app to reframe some 360 content = GoPro Max
Not a Vlogger, into heavy action, more casual use, slowmo, underwater = GoPro 8
Hey EDD -- why the apartment? What happened to the suburban house????
I’m currently traveling for work so I make videos where I’m at 😁👍
@@TheEverydayDad -- OK -- I was worried that you and the Everyday Wife (and Everyday kid) had split!!! Can't wait to see more "family vacation" videos testing out equipment. In fact, if you can manage to do a "National Lampoon's Vacation" in 4K with awesome stabilization, go for it!!!!
Why your pole on Gopro max is visible?
Because for the comparison he has the 2 cameras mounted at the end of a pole with an angle, the Max makes the pole invisible only if it's mounted completely straight at the end of the pole
Even with the GoPro stick you can still see a small part of the mount. It’s not terrible but also not as good as the Insta 360. I expect the GoPro will improve with software over time and overall its probably the best 360 camera for consumers right now.
hello sir im a new Subscriber of yours, Nice and good review of Gopro Hero 8 and Max👍🙂
--Maam Sirs Can i ask a liitle Pls🙏 Where to buy Gopro Hero 8 in America or in Callifornia U.S.A?
Why is the Hero 8 not an action camera?
I like the olor more on the max side
Wow sound capture is definitely better on the 8
The hero is a tiny bit sharper that's about it you notice in the fine details
The sound is definitely better on the HERO 8.
Can i shoot blur video
How easy would it be to break the screen on the max. I'm debating getting one to use when I sword fight or fencing..We use steel swords. They are rapiers and can flex and bend. Sense it doesn have a protective case I'm debating if I should get the insta instead. I need the high stabilzation of the max though. What would you recommend. I record in fights of big battles like 25 vs 25 where I'm running around and moving alot. Would the stabilzation of the insta be good enough ? Would the max get ruined when it gets hit with no cover .
I think the Hero 8 also beats the Max in photos and low light video.
would it be possible to share, with for example Google Drive or upload sites, some small MP4 samples footages direct out from the SD card of a Gopro Max 360 ? in the most rare format : the MAX VR Full 360°. One in protune mode, other in normal mode, 5,6 Ko.
i would like to test the workflow with my PC computer, with Gopro Studio, but too with opening into Vegas Pro 16, trying some VR player as multimedia MPC HC / VLC ....
No way to find any of these footage samples for a 360 cam. is it real ? complot ? if you put theses files, make your own publicity on you own page because you will be the really 1st man in the world, sharing real 360 cam SD card footage !! Yes !
i know this is crasy, but it IS. No way to find any .MP4 non edited anamorphosed original 360 cam footage file.
Don't like the Max, Don't like the GoPro Hero 8 because it has no screen protector and for the price I am paying I shouldn't have to go out of my way to buy a screen protector. Also if you need accessories and have to start of all over because camera size has been changed. I will for sure pass up. Thanks again. But there are to many 4k 360 degree cameras out on the market. Go Pro has more of the fame. Max at $499 Hero 8 at $399 Even with a $100 off I will have to pass because it is seriously overpriced.
Thanks again for sharing.
The color balance on the max is different
I used gopro 8max
Hero 8 black is the best
You All, Ya'll....Are you from the lone star state...? Inquiring minds want to know...lol. Nice go pros...
1:26 🤷♂️
Good
I have GoPro hero 8 black