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
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
X6 is 3.3 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Q3
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 743 g)
- AX6 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 4 fps)
- BQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- AX6 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X6 is 80mm narrower and 52mm thinner than Q3 but it is also 20mm taller.
X6 is 547 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 92mm Q3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 80 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X6
50 × 40 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 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
X6
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
196 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X6 supports it
Reasons to choose
Q3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Animal
Codecs
Adds H.264, ProRes
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Eye AF
Only Q3 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓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.
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
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X6 or Q3?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Q3 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Q3?
X6 is 120 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Q3?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Q3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Q3?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Q3?
X6 weighs 196 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the X6 is 547 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Q3 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and Q3 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Q3 at $5,995. The X6 is $5,295 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Leica press materials.