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
Xtra
Edge Pro
Flagship action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps in 4:3, Night View mode, 32× slow motion, 20m waterproof, and 230-min cold-resistant battery.
$299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
X6 is 10 months newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Edge Pro
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEdge Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 40 MP)
- BEdge Pro has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- BEdge Pro has higher Battery runtime (230 min vs 140 min)
- AX6 has higher Battery capacity (2600 mAh vs 1900 mAh)
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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Edge Pro
71 × 44 × 33 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)
X6 is 21mm narrower than Edge Pro but it is also 56mm taller and 7mm thicker.
X6 is 49 g heavier than Edge Pro.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 33mm Edge Pro
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Edge Pro
71 × 44 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
Edge Pro
71 × 33 mm
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
Resolution
120 MP vs 40 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Battery capacity
2600 mAh vs 1900 mAh — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 7 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Edge Pro
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, TiltGuard, 360 Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, AVC, HEVC
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Battery runtime
230 min vs 140 min — higher is better
Weight
147 g vs 196 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Waterproof depth — Both 20 m
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
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
Edge Pro
Pros
- ✓4K/120fps 4:3 + 13.5 stops DR
- ✓4K/60fps Night View AI mode
- ✓20m waterproof (no case)
- ✓230 min battery; –20 °C rated
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Night View limited to 8-bit
- –Larger/heavier than Edge
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, X6 or Edge Pro?
X6 scores 6.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for Edge Pro — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Edge Pro?
X6 is 120 MP and Edge Pro is 40 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Edge Pro?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Edge Pro does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Edge Pro?
X6 weighs 196 g and Edge Pro weighs 147 g, so the Edge Pro is 49 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Edge Pro record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Edge Pro: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X6 and Edge Pro weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Edge Pro: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
X6 is rated for about 140 minutes of continuous recording and Edge Pro for about 230 minutes, giving the Edge Pro the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Edge Pro at $299. The Edge Pro is $401 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 Xtra press materials.