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 II
Compact 33MP full-frame with AI AF, 4K 60p, and travel-friendly body.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
X6 is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Alpha 7C II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7C II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BAlpha 7C II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 44 frames)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 33 MP)
- AX6 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 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
Alpha 7C II
124 × 71 × 63 mm
514 g (1.13 lb / 18.13 oz)
X6 is 74mm narrower and 23mm thinner than Alpha 7C II but it is also 29mm taller.
X6 is 318 g lighter than Alpha 7C II.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 63mm Alpha 7C 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
Alpha 7C II
124 × 71 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 7C II
124 × 63 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7C II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X6: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7C II
✓ 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
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 44 frames — higher is better
Resolution
120 MP vs 33 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7C II
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 71.1, 63.4
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
AA filter
Only Alpha 7C II supports it
Eye AF
Only Alpha 7C II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 240 Mbps
- ✓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 7C II
Pros
- ✓Compact full-frame
- ✓33MP sensor
- ✓AI subject recognition
- ✓4K 60p
Cons
- –Small grip
- –Single card slot
- –Micro HDMI
Decided which one is right for you?
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Insta360 X6
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X6 or Alpha 7C II?
Alpha 7C II scores 8.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for X6 — 33MP — ample resolution for portraits.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Alpha 7C II?
X6 is 120 MP and Alpha 7C II is 33 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7C II have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Alpha 7C II has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the Alpha 7C II?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7C II reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Alpha 7C II?
X6 weighs 196 g and Alpha 7C II weighs 514 g, so the X6 is 318 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Alpha 7C II record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7C II: 4K up to 59.94p.
Are the X6 and Alpha 7C II weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Alpha 7C II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 530 shots for the Alpha 7C II, giving the Alpha 7C II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Alpha 7C II at $2,199. The X6 is $1,499 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.