Blackmagic
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Revolutionary affordable MFT cinema camera that democratized BRAW filmmaking.
$1,295
Launch priceReleased Sep 2018
Insta360
X6
Flagship 8K 360 camera with dual Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors, native 8K50 and in-camera Dolby Vision, 120MP stills, 2.32-inch OLED, 140-minute 8K30 runtime, and 20m waterproofing.
$700
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
X6 is 7.9 years newer.
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Wins
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Wins
X6
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 18.96 MP)
- APocket Cinema Camera 4K has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- BX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
- BX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 580 g)
- BX6 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to sharePocket Cinema Camera 4K
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 9mm shorter than X6 but it is also 84mm wider and 32mm thicker.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 384 g heavier than X6.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm Pocket Cinema Camera 4K · 40mm X6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
134 × 91 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 100 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
134 × 72 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 40 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
X6: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
Codecs
Adds H.264, ProRes
AA filter
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 4K supports it
Eye AF
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 4K supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Pocket Cinema Camera 4K supports it
Reasons to choose
X6
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
120 MP vs 18.96 MP — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Weight
196 g vs 580 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Pros
- ✓Affordable BRAW
- ✓Great value
- ✓MFT lens options
Cons
- –No stills AF
- –Crop sensor
- –Screen not tilting
X6
Pros
- ✓Dual Sony 1/1.1-inch sensors (1-inch equivalent 360)
- ✓Native 8K50 + in-camera Dolby Vision / 10-bit I-Log
- ✓120MP 360 photos; 5K60 / 4K120 single-lens
- ✓2600mAh Xtreme Battery: 140 min 8K30
- ✓20m waterproof + replaceable Lens 2.0
Cons
- –$700 Standard Bundle vs cheaper 360 rivals
- –8K50, not 8K60 vs Osmo 360 II
- –47GB usable built-in storage vs DJI 105GB
- –360 footage still needs reframing
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Pocket Cinema Camera 4K or X6?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Pocket Cinema Camera 4K — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and X6?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is 18.96 MP and X6 is 120 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and X6 have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K or the X6?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K reaches 15 fps electronic. X6 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and X6?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K weighs 580 g and X6 weighs 196 g, so the X6 is 384 g lighter.
Do the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and X6 record 4K video?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: 4K up to 60p. X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and X6 weather sealed?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K: Yes. X6: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and 520 shots for the X6, giving the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket Cinema Camera 4K launched at $1,295 and X6 at $700. The X6 is $595 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Insta360 press materials.