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-Z90
Palm-sized XDCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 12x Zeiss zoom, Fast Hybrid AF, 3G-SDI, dual XLR, and XAVC 4K up to 30p.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Dec 2017
X6 is 8.7 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
PXW-Z90
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BPXW-Z90 has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 14.2 MP)
- BPXW-Z90 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 580 g)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 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
PXW-Z90
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
X6 is 84mm narrower and 32mm thinner than PXW-Z90 but it is also 9mm taller.
X6 is 384 g lighter than PXW-Z90.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 72mm PXW-Z90
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-Z90
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-Z90
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PXW-Z90
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 14.2 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Weight
196 g vs 580 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z90
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
Codecs
Adds H.264, ProRes
AA filter
Only PXW-Z90 supports it
Eye AF
Only PXW-Z90 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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-Z90
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked Exmor RS (14.2MP)
- ✓273-point Fast Hybrid AF
- ✓Built-in ND (1/4, 1/16, 1/64)
- ✓3G-SDI + dual XLR handle
- ✓S-Log3 / HLG / S-Cinetone
Cons
- –4K limited to 30p
- –Small palm body ergonomics
- –XAVC 100Mbps max in 4K
- –Superseded by newer NX800/Z200 line
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-Z90?
PXW-Z90 scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for X6 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and PXW-Z90?
X6 is 120 MP and PXW-Z90 is 14.2 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and PXW-Z90 have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while PXW-Z90 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the PXW-Z90?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z90 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and PXW-Z90?
X6 weighs 196 g and PXW-Z90 weighs 580 g, so the X6 is 384 g lighter.
Do the X6 and PXW-Z90 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. PXW-Z90: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and PXW-Z90 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. PXW-Z90: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 640 shots for the PXW-Z90, giving the PXW-Z90 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and PXW-Z90 at $2,799. The X6 is $2,099 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.