Insta360
X3
5.7K 360 camera with dual 1/2-inch 48MP sensors, 72MP photos, 4K single-lens mode, and IPX8 10m waterproofing.
$449
Last updated May 2026
Key specs at a glance
Resolution
72 MP
Sensor
1/2"
ISO max
6,400
Burst
15 fps
4K
30 fps
IBIS
No
Weight
180 g
Battery
640 shots
Body size
Insta360 X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
46 × 114 × 33 mm · 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
Best for
Use-case scores
Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.
Portrait
Limited3.0/ 10
- · 72MP — excellent for large prints and crops
Sports & Action
Fair5.0/ 10
- · 15fps burst — fast action ready
- · Pre-Capture records before you press shutter
Video & Hybrid
Fair4.0/ 10
- · Internal RAW video for color grading
- · Log profile (Log profile supported) for grading latitude
Landscape
Fair5.0/ 10
- · 72MP — massive detail for large prints
- · Weather sealed for outdoor conditions
Travel
Good7.0/ 10
- · 180g — ultralight for all-day carry
- · 640 shots/charge — all-day shooting
Wildlife
Fair4.5/ 10
- · Weather sealed for field conditions
- · Pre-Capture catches takeoff moments
Vlogging
Fair4.0/ 10
- · 180g — easy to handhold for selfie video
- · Mic jack for external audio
Pros
- ✓ 72MP 360 photos
- ✓ 5.7K60 360 video
- ✓ Great value used
- ✓ 10m waterproof
Cons
- – No 8K vs X4
- – Single-lens capped at 4K30
- – Older AI editing
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Full specifications
Verified specs · Insta360 X3
Sensor
Resolution72 MP
Sensor typeDual 1/2" CMOS (360°)
Sensor size1/2"
Processor
ProcessorImage processor
ISO
ISO min (native)100
ISO max (native)6,400
ISO max (expanded)6,400
Shutter
Shutter typeElectronic shutter
Max mechanical speed1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed1/8000 sec
Autofocus
AF systemFixed focus
AF points / zones0
Eye AFNo
Animal / bird AFNo
Subject recognition
Burst
Burst (mechanical)6 fps
Burst (electronic)15 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseYes
RAW buffer depth60 frames
Video
Max resolution5.7K
4K max frame rate30 fps
Max video bit rate200 Mbps
Internal RAW videoYes
Log profileLog profile supported
CodecsH.264, H.265
Stabilization
In-body stabilizationNo
IBIS effectiveness6 stops
Body
Weight180 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)46 × 114 × 33.1 mm
Weather sealingYes
Battery
BatteryLP-E6NH
Battery life (CIPA)640 shots
Storage
Card slots1
Card typesmicroSD
Viewfinder
Viewfinder typeNo built-in EVF
LCD
LCD size2.29 in
LCD typeTouchscreen
TouchscreenYes
Connectivity
USBUSB-C 3.0
HDMIMicro HDMI (Type D)
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standard802.11a/n/ac (5 GHz)
BluetoothYes
Microphone jack (3.5mm)Yes
Headphone jack (3.5mm)Yes
Lens Mount
Lens mountFixed lens