Insta360
GO 3
Thumb-sized magnetic POV camera with 2.7K30 video, 12MP photos, Action Pod flip-screen remote, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof 35g body.
$399
Launch priceReleased Jun 2023
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 3.2 years newer.
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Wins
GO 3
Wins
X6
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 12 MP)
- AGO 3 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 shareGO 3
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)
GO 3 is 9mm shorter than X6 but it is also 84mm wider and 32mm thicker.
GO 3 is 384 g heavier than X6.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm GO 3 · 40mm X6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GO 3
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.
GO 3
134 × 72 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 40 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GO 3
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
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
GO 3
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 GO 3 supports it
Eye AF
Only GO 3 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only GO 3 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 12 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.
GO 3
Pros
- ✓35g magnetic thumb camera
- ✓Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
- ✓170 min runtime with Action Pod
- ✓FlowState + Horizon Lock
- ✓IPX8 waterproof (camera body)
Cons
- –Max 2.7K30 (no 4K vs GO 3S)
- –Built-in storage only (32/64/128GB)
- –Tiny sensor limits low light
- –Superseded by GO 3S / GO Ultra
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, GO 3 or X6?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for GO 3 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the GO 3 and X6?
GO 3 is 12 MP and X6 is 120 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GO 3 and X6 have in-body image stabilization?
GO 3 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the GO 3 or the X6?
GO 3 reaches 15 fps electronic. X6 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GO 3 and X6?
GO 3 weighs 580 g and X6 weighs 196 g, so the X6 is 384 g lighter.
Do the GO 3 and X6 record 4K video?
GO 3: 4K up to 60p. X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the GO 3 and X6 weather sealed?
GO 3: Yes. X6: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the GO 3 and 520 shots for the X6, giving the GO 3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
GO 3 launched at $399 and X6 at $700. The GO 3 is $301 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 press materials.