To that end,Insta360s new Go 2action camera is a great place for amateurs to start.

Why would I pick this over a GoPro?

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Insta360’s tiny new action cam is perfect for amateur thrillseekers

Theres nothing to it: simply pop out the camera and press the front panel to begin shooting video.

There are enough options to tweak parameters like resolution, field of view, and orientation.

Plus, it does a great job of stabilizing footage even when you shoot handheld.

Insta360’s Go 2 camera is beautifully designed and built

The camera and case are both well built, with nice soft-touch finishes and high quality plastic.

feels great, lightweight, but its all high quality plastic and finishes.

Even the hinge on the case is solid, the magnets on the case + pendant are real strong.

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The case itself can also be fitted to a tripod.

The package is really great.

The camera captures sharp and vibrant footage with its default prefs, and works surprisingly well after dark too.

The Go 2 comes with a host of accessories to mount the camera for a variety of applications

Should you buy the Go 2?

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The Go 2 is small enough to fit in your pocket, even with an accessory or two for whatever you need to shoot that day

Insta360’s mobile app makes it easy to import footage and automatically create highlight reels of your adventures

The Insta360 Go 2 fits securely on helmets with optional motorcycle mounts

The Go 2 can even fit on a baseball cap with a ratcheted mount