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 FZ2500
1-inch bridge camera with 20x Leica zoom, built-in ND filter, and advanced 4K video tools.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Sep 2016
X6 is 9.9 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Lumix FZ2500
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix FZ2500 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 966 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 FZ2500
138 × 102 × 135 mm
966 g (2.13 lb / 34.07 oz)
X6 is 88mm narrower, 2mm shorter, and 95mm thinner than Lumix FZ2500.
X6 is 770 g lighter than Lumix FZ2500.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 135mm Lumix FZ2500
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 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 FZ2500
138 × 135 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix FZ2500
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 966 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix FZ2500
AF points / zones
49 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, MOV, MP4…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 137.6, 101.9, 134.7
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 FZ2500 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix FZ2500 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 12 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓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
Lumix FZ2500
Pros
- ✓20x 26-520mm equivalent zoom
- ✓Built-in ND filter
- ✓Strong 4K video
- ✓Mic and headphone jacks
Cons
- –Large bridge body
- –1-inch sensor
- –Older AF
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X6 or Lumix FZ2500?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix FZ2500 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Lumix FZ2500?
X6 is 120 MP and Lumix FZ2500 is 20.1 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Lumix FZ2500?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Lumix FZ2500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Lumix FZ2500?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix FZ2500 reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Lumix FZ2500?
X6 weighs 196 g and Lumix FZ2500 weighs 966 g, so the X6 is 770 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Lumix FZ2500 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix FZ2500: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X6 and Lumix FZ2500 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Lumix FZ2500: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 350 shots for the Lumix FZ2500, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Lumix FZ2500 at $1,199. The X6 is $499 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.