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-7 Industry
TG-7-based industrial microscope documentation kit with Super Adapter, rugged body, C4K video, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and HDMI output.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Jan 2025
X6 is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Tough TG-7 Industry
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BTough TG-7 Industry has higher AF points / zones (25 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 12 MP)
- AX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 46 frames)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BTough TG-7 Industry has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
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-7 Industry
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
X6 is 64mm narrower than Tough TG-7 Industry but it is also 34mm taller and 7mm thicker.
X6 is 53 g lighter than Tough TG-7 Industry.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 33mm Tough TG-7 Industry
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-7 Industry
114 × 66 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-7 Industry
114 × 33 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
X6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Pet, Object
Codecs
Adds H.265
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 46 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7 Industry
AF points / zones
25 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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-7 Industry
Pros
- ✓Microscope adapter kit
- ✓Rugged TG-7 platform
- ✓C4K video
- ✓HDMI review workflow
Cons
- –Specialized industrial kit
- –Small sensor
- –Much pricier than TG-7 body
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X6 and Tough TG-7 Industry at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 X6
OM System Tough TG-7 Industry
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X6 or Tough TG-7 Industry?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Tough TG-7 Industry — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Tough TG-7 Industry?
X6 is 120 MP and Tough TG-7 Industry is 12 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Tough TG-7 Industry?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Tough TG-7 Industry does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Tough TG-7 Industry?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 Industry reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Tough TG-7 Industry?
X6 weighs 196 g and Tough TG-7 Industry weighs 249 g, so the X6 is 53 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Tough TG-7 Industry record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Tough TG-7 Industry: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X6 and Tough TG-7 Industry weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Tough TG-7 Industry: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 640 shots for the Tough TG-7 Industry, giving the Tough TG-7 Industry the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Tough TG-7 Industry at $1,699. The X6 is $999 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.