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
OM System
OM-3 ASTRO
Astrophotography-focused OM-3 variant with 20.4MP stacked sensor, H-alpha-friendly filter tuning, IP53 sealing, and 7.5-stop Sync IS.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Jul 2025
X6 is 1.1 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
OM-3 ASTRO
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BOM-3 ASTRO has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- BOM-3 ASTRO has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 20.4 MP)
- BOM-3 ASTRO has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 496 g)
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
for scale
OM-3 ASTRO
139 × 89 × 46 mm
496 g (1.09 lb / 17.50 oz)
X6 is 89mm narrower and 6mm thinner than OM-3 ASTRO but it is also 11mm taller.
X6 is 300 g lighter than OM-3 ASTRO.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 46mm OM-3 ASTRO
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
OM-3 ASTRO
139 × 89 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
OM-3 ASTRO
139 × 46 mm
Sensor size, to scale
OM-3 ASTRO
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X6: mount data unavailable
OM-3 ASTRO
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Pet, Object
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 20.4 MP — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 496 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
240 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
OM-3 ASTRO
AF points / zones
1053 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Birds, Animals…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139.3, 88.9, 45.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-I
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, MOV
Eye AF
Only OM-3 ASTRO supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓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
OM-3 ASTRO
Pros
- ✓Astro-tuned sensor filter
- ✓20.4MP stacked BSI Live MOS
- ✓IP53 weather sealing
- ✓7.5-stop Sync IS
Cons
- –Specialized astro variant
- –Micro Four Thirds sensor
- –Premium price
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X6 and OM-3 ASTRO at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 X6
OM System OM-3 ASTRO
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, X6 or OM-3 ASTRO?
OM-3 ASTRO scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for X6 — 496g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and OM-3 ASTRO?
X6 is 120 MP and OM-3 ASTRO is 20.4 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and OM-3 ASTRO have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while OM-3 ASTRO has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the OM-3 ASTRO?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. OM-3 ASTRO reaches 120 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and OM-3 ASTRO?
X6 weighs 196 g and OM-3 ASTRO weighs 496 g, so the X6 is 300 g lighter.
Do the X6 and OM-3 ASTRO record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. OM-3 ASTRO: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and OM-3 ASTRO weather sealed?
X6: Yes. OM-3 ASTRO: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 640 shots for the OM-3 ASTRO, giving the OM-3 ASTRO the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and OM-3 ASTRO at $2,499. The X6 is $1,799 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 OM System press materials.