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
Sigma
BF
Minimalist full-frame L-mount body with large top screen and unique design.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
X6 is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
BF
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BBF has higher AF points / zones (49 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- BBF has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 720 g)
- AX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
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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BF
138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
X6 is 88mm narrower and 48mm thinner than BF but it is also 2mm taller.
X6 is 524 g lighter than BF.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 88mm BF
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
BF
138 × 98 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
BF
138 × 88 mm
Sensor size, to scale
BF
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 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 720 g — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
BF
AF points / zones
49 vs 0 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
AA filter
Only BF supports it
Eye AF
Only BF supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only BF supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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
BF
Pros
- ✓Unique design
- ✓Full-frame
- ✓L-mount
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Niche ergonomics
- –Limited controls
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X6 or BF?
BF scores 7.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for X6 — 24.2MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and BF?
X6 is 120 MP and BF is 24.2 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and BF have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while BF has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the BF?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. BF reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and BF?
X6 weighs 196 g and BF weighs 720 g, so the X6 is 524 g lighter.
Do the X6 and BF record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. BF: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and BF weather sealed?
X6: Yes. BF: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 640 shots for the BF, giving the BF the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and BF 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 Sigma press materials.