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-Z300
Flagship 3-CMOS XDCAM with 1/2-inch Exmor R sensors, 17x f/1.9 zoom, AI subject AF, 4K60p, flexible LCD arm, and content authentication.
$8,298
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
X6 is 10 months newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
PXW-Z300
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BPXW-Z300 has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 8.3 MP)
- BPXW-Z300 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 580 g)
- BPXW-Z300 has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 240 Mbps)
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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PXW-Z300
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
X6 is 84mm narrower and 32mm thinner than PXW-Z300 but it is also 9mm taller.
X6 is 384 g lighter than PXW-Z300.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 72mm PXW-Z300
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-Z300
134 × 91 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-Z300
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PXW-Z300
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 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 8.3 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Weight
196 g vs 580 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z300
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
Codecs
Adds H.264, ProRes
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 240 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only PXW-Z300 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 12 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
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-Z300
Pros
- ✓3× 1/2-inch 4K Exmor R 3CMOS
- ✓17x f/1.9 constant aperture zoom
- ✓AI subject recognition + auto framing
- ✓4K60p XAVC Intra/Long + MPEG HD422
- ✓Electronic variable ND + 12G-SDI
Cons
- –Premium flagship pricing
- –3CMOS not single large sensor
- –Heavy at 2.6 kg body-only
- –New platform learning curve
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 wildlife, X6 or PXW-Z300?
PXW-Z300 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for X6 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and PXW-Z300?
X6 is 120 MP and PXW-Z300 is 8.3 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and PXW-Z300 have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while PXW-Z300 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the PXW-Z300?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z300 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and PXW-Z300?
X6 weighs 196 g and PXW-Z300 weighs 580 g, so the X6 is 384 g lighter.
Do the X6 and PXW-Z300 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. PXW-Z300: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X6 and PXW-Z300 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. PXW-Z300: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 520 shots for the PXW-Z300, giving the PXW-Z300 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and PXW-Z300 at $8,298. The X6 is $7,598 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.