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Insta360

GO 3

Thumb-sized magnetic POV camera with 2.7K30 video, 12MP photos, Action Pod flip-screen remote, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof 35g body.

$399

Launch price

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Last updated June 2026

Key specs at a glance

Resolution

12 MP

Sensor

MFT

ISO max

25,600

Burst

15 fps

4K

60 fps

IBIS

6-stop

Weight

580 g

Battery

640 shots

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Sensor size

Insta360 GO 3

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

Body size, to scale

Front view

Width × Height

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Back view

Width × Height — same proportions as the front

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Top view

Width × Depth (front-to-back)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

134 × 91 × 72 mm · 580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)

Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Eye AF locks focus on subjects reliably
  • · In-body stabilization for handheld shooting

Sports & Action

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · 15fps burst — fast action ready
  • · Pre-Capture records before you press shutter

Video & Hybrid

Good
7.5/ 10
  • · 4K recording
  • · 4K 60p smooth motion

Landscape

Limited
3.5/ 10
  • · Weather sealed for outdoor conditions
  • · IBIS enables slower handheld shutter speeds

Travel

Good
7.5/ 10
  • · 580g — compact and travel-friendly
  • · 640 shots/charge — all-day shooting

Wildlife

Excellent
8.0/ 10
  • · Bird AF subject recognition
  • · Animal subject recognition

Vlogging

Good
7.0/ 10
  • · 4K 60p for smooth handheld vlogs
  • · IBIS reduces handheld shake

Pros

  • 35g magnetic thumb camera
  • Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
  • 170 min runtime with Action Pod
  • FlowState + Horizon Lock
  • IPX8 waterproof (camera body)

Cons

  • Max 2.7K30 (no 4K vs GO 3S)
  • Built-in storage only (32/64/128GB)
  • Tiny sensor limits low light
  • Superseded by GO 3S / GO Ultra

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Insta360 GO 3

Sensor

Resolution12 MP
Sensor typeFour Thirds Live MOS
Sensor size17.3 × 13.0 mm
AA filterYes

Processor

ProcessorInsta360 AI chip

ISO

ISO min (native)100
ISO max (native)25,600
ISO max (expanded)102,400

Shutter

Shutter typeMechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed1/16000 sec

Autofocus

AF systemFixed focus
AF points / zones0
AF frame coverage0 %
AF low-light limit0 EV
Eye AFYes
Animal / bird AFYes
Subject recognitionHuman, Animal, Bird, Vehicle

Burst

Burst (mechanical)6 fps
Burst (electronic)15 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseYes
RAW buffer depth60 frames

Video

Max resolution4K UHD
4K max frame rate60 fps
Max video bit rate200 Mbps
Internal RAW videoYes
Log profileLog profile supported
CodecsH.265, H.264, ProRes

Stabilization

In-body stabilization (IBIS)Yes
IBIS effectiveness6 stops

Body

Weight580 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)134 × 91 × 72 mm
Weather sealingYes

Battery

BatteryLP-E6NH
Battery life (CIPA)640 shots

Storage

Card slots2
Card typesSD UHS-II

Viewfinder

Viewfinder typeNo built-in EVF

LCD

LCD size3 in
LCD typeVari-angle
TouchscreenYes

Connectivity

USBUSB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMIMicro HDMI (Type D)
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
BluetoothYes
Microphone jack (3.5mm)Yes
Headphone jack (3.5mm)Yes

Lens Mount

Lens mountFixed lens