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
Sony
Alpha 6700
26MP APS-C flagship with AI subject tracking, 4K 120p, and 5-stop IBIS.
$1,399
Launch priceReleased Jul 2023
X6 is 3.1 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Alpha 6700
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 6700 has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BAlpha 6700 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 26 MP)
- AX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 59 frames)
- AX6 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 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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Alpha 6700
122 × 69 × 75 mm
493 g (1.09 lb / 17.39 oz)
X6 is 72mm narrower and 35mm thinner than Alpha 6700 but it is also 31mm taller.
X6 is 297 g lighter than Alpha 6700.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 75mm Alpha 6700
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 6700
122 × 69 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
Alpha 6700
122 × 75 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 6700
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X6: mount data unavailable
Alpha 6700
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
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 26 MP — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 59 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 6700
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 122, 69, 75.1
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Alpha 6700 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 6700 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
Alpha 6700
Pros
- ✓AI-based subject recognition from A7R V
- ✓4K 120p Super35 — outstanding slow-motion
- ✓5-stop IBIS in a compact APS-C body
- ✓10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording
Cons
- –Single card slot
- –APS-C sensor — narrower DR vs. full-frame
- –LCD resolution 1.03M dots — below competitors
- –No headphone jack
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X6 and Alpha 6700 at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, X6 or Alpha 6700?
Alpha 6700 scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for X6 — 493g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Alpha 6700?
X6 is 120 MP and Alpha 6700 is 26 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and Alpha 6700 have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Alpha 6700 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Alpha 6700?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 6700 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Alpha 6700?
X6 weighs 196 g and Alpha 6700 weighs 493 g, so the X6 is 297 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Alpha 6700 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 6700: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X6 and Alpha 6700 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Alpha 6700: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 550 shots for the Alpha 6700, giving the Alpha 6700 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Alpha 6700 at $1,399. The X6 is $699 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 Sony press materials.