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 7C
Smallest full-frame E-mount body with A7 III performance in a travel-friendly package.
$1,799
Launch priceReleased Sep 2020
X6 is 5.9 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Alpha 7C
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7C has higher AF points / zones (693 vs 0)
- BAlpha 7C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- 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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Alpha 7C
124 × 71 × 60 mm
509 g (1.12 lb / 17.95 oz)
X6 is 74mm narrower and 20mm thinner than Alpha 7C but it is also 29mm taller.
X6 is 313 g lighter than Alpha 7C.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 60mm Alpha 7C
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7C
124 × 71 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X6
50 × 40 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7C
124 × 60 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7C
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X6: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7C
✓ 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 24.2 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7C
AF points / zones
693 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 71.1, 59.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 7C supports it
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7C supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 7C supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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
Alpha 7C
Pros
- ✓Tiny full-frame
- ✓5-axis IBIS
- ✓24MP hybrid
- ✓Great for travel
Cons
- –Small grip
- –Single card slot
- –Superseded by A7C II
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X6 and Alpha 7C at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 X6
Sony Alpha 7C
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X6 or Alpha 7C?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Alpha 7C — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Alpha 7C?
X6 is 120 MP and Alpha 7C is 24.2 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7C have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Alpha 7C has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Alpha 7C?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7C reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Alpha 7C?
X6 weighs 196 g and Alpha 7C weighs 509 g, so the X6 is 313 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7C record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7C: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X6 and Alpha 7C weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Alpha 7C: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 740 shots for the Alpha 7C, giving the Alpha 7C the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Alpha 7C at $1,799. The X6 is $1,099 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.