Insta360
GO 3S
Thumb-sized 4K POV camera with magnetic mounting, Action Pod remote preview, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof body.
$400
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
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 2.2 years newer.
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Wins
GO 3S
Wins
X6
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 12 MP)
- BX6 has higher Battery capacity (2600 mAh vs 310 mAh)
- BX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BX6 has higher Battery runtime (140 min vs 38 min)
- BX6 has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 50 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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GO 3S
54 × 25 × 26 mm
135.4 g (0.30 lb / 4.78 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)
GO 3S is 75mm shorter and 14mm thinner than X6 but it is also 4mm wider.
GO 3S is 61 g lighter than X6.
Depth (front-to-back): 26mm GO 3S · 40mm X6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GO 3S
54 × 25 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 3S
54 × 26 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
GO 3S
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 54.4, 24.8, 25.6
Stabilization modes
Adds Horizon Lock
Weight
135.4 g vs 196 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Pet, Object
Codecs
Adds H.265
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Resolution
120 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Battery capacity
2600 mAh vs 310 mAh — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0, PureVideo…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Battery runtime
140 min vs 38 min — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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 3S
Pros
- ✓4K30 in a 39g body
- ✓Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
- ✓FlowState + Horizon Lock
- ✓10m waterproof (camera only)
- ✓140 min runtime with Action Pod
Cons
- –Tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Fixed 16mm lens
- –Action Pod not waterproof
- –Built-in storage only (64/128GB)
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?
Compare live prices for the GO 3S and X6 at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 GO 3S
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, GO 3S or X6?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for GO 3S — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the GO 3S and X6?
GO 3S is 12 MP and X6 is 120 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the GO 3S and X6?
GO 3S does not have IBIS, while X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the GO 3S and X6?
GO 3S weighs 135.4 g and X6 weighs 196 g, so the GO 3S is 61 g lighter.
Do the GO 3S and X6 record 4K video?
GO 3S: 4K up to 30p. X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the GO 3S and X6 weather sealed?
GO 3S: Yes. X6: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
GO 3S is rated for about 38 minutes of continuous recording and X6 for about 140 minutes, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
GO 3S launched at $400 and X6 at $700. The GO 3S is $300 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.