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
Tough TG-6
Olympus-era rugged waterproof compact with 12MP BSI sensor, f/2.0 4x zoom, 4K30 video, 1cm macro, 15m waterproof, and TruePic VIII — predecessor to TG-7.
$449
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
X6 is 7 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Tough TG-6
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BTough TG-6 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 12 MP)
- BTough TG-6 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Tough TG-6
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
X6 is 84mm narrower and 32mm thinner than Tough TG-6 but it is also 9mm taller.
X6 is 384 g lighter than Tough TG-6.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 72mm Tough TG-6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-6
134 × 91 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
Tough TG-6
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Tough TG-6
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
X6
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
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
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-6
AF points / zones
1053 vs 0 — higher is better
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
AA filter
Only Tough TG-6 supports it
Eye AF
Only Tough TG-6 supports it
Codecs
Adds H.264
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
Tough TG-6
Pros
- ✓15m waterproof + 2.1m shockproof
- ✓f/2.0 25-100mm equivalent zoom
- ✓1cm Variable Macro System
- ✓4K30 + 1080p120 slow-mo
- ✓Built-in GPS + fisheye converter support
Cons
- –1/2.3-inch small sensor
- –Superseded by TG-7 (no USB-C)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –Micro USB 2.0 only
Decided which one is right for you?
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Insta360 X6
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X6 or Tough TG-6?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Tough TG-6 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Tough TG-6?
X6 is 120 MP and Tough TG-6 is 12 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Tough TG-6?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Tough TG-6 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Tough TG-6?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Tough TG-6 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Tough TG-6?
X6 weighs 196 g and Tough TG-6 weighs 580 g, so the X6 is 384 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Tough TG-6 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Tough TG-6: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and Tough TG-6 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Tough TG-6: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 640 shots for the Tough TG-6, giving the Tough TG-6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Tough TG-6 at $449. The Tough TG-6 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 and OM System press materials.