DJI
Osmo Action 6
Flagship DJI action camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, variable f/2.0-f/4.0 lens, 8K 30p video, 4K 120p, 38MP stills, and 20m waterproofing.
$379
Launch priceReleased Nov 2025
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 9 months newer.
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Wins
Osmo Action 6
Wins
X6
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- BX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 38 MP)
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher Battery runtime (240 min vs 140 min)
- BX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 120 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Action 6
73 × 47 × 33 mm
149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
Osmo Action 6 is 53mm shorter and 7mm thinner than X6 but it is also 23mm wider.
Osmo Action 6 is 47 g lighter than X6.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Osmo Action 6 · 40mm X6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Action 6
73 × 47 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.
Osmo Action 6
73 × 33 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 40 mm
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
Osmo Action 6
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Stabilization modes
Adds RockSteady 3.0, RockSteady 3.0+, HorizonBalancing…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 72.8, 47.2, 33.1
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Battery runtime
240 min vs 140 min — higher is better
Weight
149 g vs 196 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Pet, Object
Codecs
Adds H.265
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Resolution
120 MP vs 38 MP — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Waterproof depth — Both 20 m
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Action 6
Pros
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓1/1.1-inch sensor
- ✓Variable f/2.0-f/4.0 aperture
- ✓20m waterproof without case
Cons
- –8K has mode limitations
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
- –Small sensor vs compact cameras
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, Osmo Action 6 or X6?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 8.5/10 for Osmo Action 6 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Action 6 and X6?
Osmo Action 6 is 38 MP and X6 is 120 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Action 6 and X6?
Osmo Action 6 uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic), while X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Action 6 or the X6?
Osmo Action 6 reaches 20 fps electronic. X6 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Action 6 and X6?
Osmo Action 6 weighs 149 g and X6 weighs 196 g, so the Osmo Action 6 is 47 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Action 6 and X6 record 4K video?
Osmo Action 6: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Osmo Action 6 and X6 weather sealed?
Osmo Action 6: Yes. X6: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Action 6 is rated for about 240 minutes of continuous recording and X6 for about 140 minutes, giving the Osmo Action 6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Action 6 launched at $379 and X6 at $700. The Osmo Action 6 is $321 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Insta360 press materials.