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 ZS300
Large-sensor travel compact with 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS, 15x 24–360mm Leica zoom, 4K30 video, hybrid O.I.S., and USB-C — ZS200 successor without EVF.
$899
Launch priceReleased May 2026
X6 is 3 months newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Lumix ZS300
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix ZS300 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 14 frames)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix ZS300
111 × 66 × 45 mm
337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
X6 is 61mm narrower and 5mm thinner than Lumix ZS300 but it is also 34mm taller.
X6 is 141 g lighter than Lumix ZS300.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 45mm Lumix ZS300
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 ZS300
111 × 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
Lumix ZS300
111 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix ZS300
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 14 frames — higher is better
Resolution
120 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS300
AF points / zones
49 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Animal
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Lumix ZS300 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix ZS300 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 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 ZS300
Pros
- ✓1-inch 20.1MP BSI sensor
- ✓15x 24–360mm Leica zoom
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo burst
- ✓AF macro from 3 cm
- ✓USB-C + Bluetooth/Wi-Fi sharing
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS200)
- –Slow f/3.3–6.4 aperture
- –Fixed rear screen only
- –$100 premium over ZS200 launch
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 sports, X6 or Lumix ZS300?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix ZS300 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Lumix ZS300?
X6 is 120 MP and Lumix ZS300 is 20.1 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Lumix ZS300?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Lumix ZS300 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Lumix ZS300?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix ZS300 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Lumix ZS300?
X6 weighs 196 g and Lumix ZS300 weighs 337 g, so the X6 is 141 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Lumix ZS300 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix ZS300: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X6 and Lumix ZS300 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Lumix ZS300: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 360 shots for the Lumix ZS300, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Lumix ZS300 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.