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
PXW-Z200
AI-powered XDCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 20x G Lens zoom, 4K60/120p, 12G-SDI, XAVC MXF, variable ND, and RTMP/SRT streaming.
$3,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
X6 is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
PXW-Z200
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 1960 g)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 14 MP)
- BPXW-Z200 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BPXW-Z200 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
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
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 × 371 mm
1960 g (4.32 lb / 69.14 oz)
X6 is 126mm narrower, 101mm shorter, and 331mm thinner than PXW-Z200.
X6 is 1764 g lighter than PXW-Z200.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 371mm PXW-Z200
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 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
PXW-Z200
176 × 371 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PXW-Z200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
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
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
196 g vs 1960 g — lower is better
Resolution
120 MP vs 14 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z200
Codecs
Adds XAVC MXF, XAVC S-I, XAVC HS…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 175.6, 201.3, 371.1
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
AA filter
Only PXW-Z200 supports it
Eye AF
Only PXW-Z200 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only PXW-Z200 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓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
PXW-Z200
Pros
- ✓12G-SDI + timecode in/out for broadcast
- ✓XAVC MXF / XAVC S-I / XAVC HS codecs
- ✓AI subject recognition AF + auto framing
- ✓4K up to 60p / 120p slow motion
- ✓Variable ND (1/4–1/128) + S-Cinetone
Cons
- –Premium over HXR-NX800
- –Heavy at 1.96 kg body-only
- –Some MXF features require firmware 2.0+
- –C3 Portal streaming is paid add-on
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 landscape, X6 or PXW-Z200?
X6 scores 5.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for PXW-Z200 — 120MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and PXW-Z200?
X6 is 120 MP and PXW-Z200 is 14 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and PXW-Z200?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while PXW-Z200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the PXW-Z200?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z200 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and PXW-Z200?
X6 weighs 196 g and PXW-Z200 weighs 1960 g, so the X6 is 1764 g lighter.
Do the X6 and PXW-Z200 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. PXW-Z200: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and PXW-Z200 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. PXW-Z200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 640 shots for the PXW-Z200, giving the PXW-Z200 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and PXW-Z200 at $3,999. The X6 is $3,299 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 Sony press materials.