Multiple cam set up: GP Max + Hero? or Insta360 + Hero?

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In the past and currently I don't use a story board or a script. Sometimes I have a general idea on some talking points, and just wing it. On a long ride, there are many chances for retakes on talking, and then just stitch it in post. I'm still learning and hardly ever publish anything ever, but that is something I want to change. One of the things I have felt missing is good sound while riding.

My new set up that I have in mind sounds complicated, but I do think it will make things much easier - also in post.

Generally I use one or two action cameras and don't record narration while riding (use text). I've usually kept the talking to when stopped, often using a cybershot digital camera (or similar) on a gorilla tripod. Sometimes I've paired that with a lavellier connected to my phone or sound recorder. I usually use stills and various video for B-roll.

In the new set up I'm thinking putting a sound recorder or mic connected to it, and put it under the seat to record engine sound without wind. I'll probably keep the recorder outside the seat though, with a permanently mounted mic under the seat (scavenged from an old phone headset with minijack or something). This way I can quicky disconnect the mic from the recorder and use the recorder in other ways. I can for instance use the sound recorder to record my voice (or a subject), while filming myself (or subject) from afar. I will in post layer the engine soundtrack with voice.

But, like you say - it can quickly turn into a lot of work. I might find recording engine noice too much of s hassle. Also, a phone with a mic or lavellier is an excellent sound recorder - so might leave the recorder at home. A problem with using the phone is that incoming calls or notifications can ruin the track. I still want to keep my phone.

Another option is to record the second sound track on the 360, and also use the 360 as my soundrrcorder. Maybe use a wireless mic? - both underneath the seat and on a lavellier or mic for talking Then there would be no need to bring the sound recorder.

In the new set up I want to use a GoPro with media mod and mic inside my helmet as my primary - a permanent set up (would do 80% of the work). If we are two riders, then each of us will need that - this way we can record conversations over the BT comms (not directly, but by lining up both rider's sound tracks in post).

I've never used a 360 before. But, I have lost so much good video because I have had to keep my eye on the road, and not the view. I'm thinking a bike mounted 360 will resolve this as I can find the angle in post, and also capture some awesome B-roll. I've also lost good video because lack of a second remote sound track (I.e. saying the wrong things on video and having no ambient sound to replace it).

I will likely also use the 360 on a selfie stick as my primary while walking arround. I will then capture whatever I want and B-roll in the same take - using only one camera. No concerns for angles or holding the cam steady. No more static and boring tripod capture. Always good frame.

With this setup I will likely not use my Sony very often, except for those cases where I need zoom or other special takes.

So in short, one action cam and asingle 360, and possibly also a sound recorder could do 99% of the work.

My main question is whether to go for the GP Max or the Insta360 One X 2 as my 360 camera (GP Hero is given for action cam). My main concern is editing - combining GP action cam video with 360 video. Will I have a significant benefit if both cams are from GP - large enough to justify not going for the superior 360 camera with also the superior 360 native editing app ("one x 2")? Like I said, I have no experience editing 360 video, so I don't know if there is a real issue combining insta360 one x 2 with GoPro Hero (10?). If anyone can shed some light on this - let it shine!