Insta360
X3
5.7K 360 camera with dual 1/2-inch 48MP sensors, 72MP photos, 4K single-lens mode, and IPX8 10m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
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 3.9 years newer.
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Wins
X3
Wins
X6
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
- BX6 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 6 fps)
- BX6 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 fps)
- BX6 has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 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)
X3 is 4mm narrower and 7mm thinner than X6 but it is also 14mm taller.
X3 is 16 g lighter than X6.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm X3 · 40mm X6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X3
46 × 114 mm
Credit card
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.
X3
46 × 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
X3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 114, 33.1
Internal RAW video
Only X3 supports it
Codecs
Adds H.264
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Stabilization modes
Adds Active HDR
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Weight
180 g vs 196 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Pet, Object
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds InstaFrame 2.0, PureVideo, FreeFrame
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X3
Pros
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓5.7K60 360 video
- ✓Great value used
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –No 8K vs X4
- –Single-lens capped at 4K30
- –Older AI editing
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
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X3 or X6?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for X3 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X3 and X6?
X3 is 72 MP and X6 is 120 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X3 and X6?
X3 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the X3 or the X6?
X3 reaches 15 fps electronic. X6 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X3 and X6?
X3 weighs 180 g and X6 weighs 196 g, so the X3 is 16 g lighter.
Do the X3 and X6 record 4K video?
X3: 4K up to 30p. X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X3 and X6 weather sealed?
X3: Yes. X6: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
X3 is rated for about 81 minutes of continuous recording and X6 for about 140 minutes, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X3 launched at $449 and X6 at $700. The X3 is $251 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.