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
Panasonic
Lumix FZ1000 II
1-inch bridge zoom with 16x Leica lens — great for travel wildlife on a budget.
$899
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
X6 is 7.5 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Lumix FZ1000 II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix FZ1000 II has higher AF points / zones (49 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 20 frames)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 810 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
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Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 97 × 132 mm
810 g (1.79 lb / 28.57 oz)
X6 is 86mm narrower and 92mm thinner than Lumix FZ1000 II but it is also 3mm taller.
X6 is 614 g lighter than Lumix FZ1000 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 132mm Lumix FZ1000 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 97 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
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 132 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix FZ1000 II
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 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
Codecs
Adds H.265
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
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
Resolution
120 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 810 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix FZ1000 II
AF points / zones
49 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.2, 97.2, 131.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Animal
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Lumix FZ1000 II supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix FZ1000 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 12 fps
- ✓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
Lumix FZ1000 II
Pros
- ✓25–400mm equivalent zoom
- ✓4K video
- ✓No lens swapping needed
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Large body for compact class
- –Contrast AF
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 Lumix FZ1000 II?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix FZ1000 II — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Lumix FZ1000 II?
X6 is 120 MP and Lumix FZ1000 II is 20.1 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Lumix FZ1000 II?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Lumix FZ1000 II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Lumix FZ1000 II?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix FZ1000 II reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Lumix FZ1000 II?
X6 weighs 196 g and Lumix FZ1000 II weighs 810 g, so the X6 is 614 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Lumix FZ1000 II record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix FZ1000 II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X6 and Lumix FZ1000 II weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Lumix FZ1000 II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 440 shots for the Lumix FZ1000 II, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Lumix FZ1000 II at $899. The X6 is $199 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 Panasonic press materials.