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 S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2023
X6 is 3.6 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Lumix S5 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 0)
- BLumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 740 g)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
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
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
X6 is 84mm narrower, 2mm shorter, and 50mm thinner than Lumix S5 II.
X6 is 544 g lighter than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 90mm Lumix S5 II
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 S5 II
134 × 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 S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 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
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 24.2 MP — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 740 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X6 supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
AF points / zones
779 vs 0 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Animal…
Codecs
Adds H.264, MOV, MP4
Eye AF
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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 S5 II
Pros
- ✓Phase-detect AF finally
- ✓6K open gate
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Great value
Cons
- –24MP resolution
- –L-mount size
- –AF still behind Canon/Sony
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X6 or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for X6 — 24.2MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Lumix S5 II?
X6 is 120 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Lumix S5 II?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Lumix S5 II?
X6 weighs 196 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the X6 is 544 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The X6 is $1,299 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.