Blackmagic
URSA Cine 17K
Large-format 65mm cinema camera with 17K resolution, interchangeable lens mount, and BRAW recording.
$29,995
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
Insta360
X5
Flagship 360° action camera with dual 1/1.28-inch sensors, 8K 30fps 360° video, 4K 60fps single-lens mode, 15m waterproofing, and AI-powered PureVideo.
$550
Launch priceReleased Apr 2025
X5 is 1 year newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
URSA Cine 17K
Wins
X5
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX5 has lower Weight (200 g vs 8500 g)
- AURSA Cine 17K has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AURSA Cine 17K has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AURSA Cine 17K has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- AURSA Cine 17K has lower ISO min (native) (64 vs 100)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareURSA Cine 17K
280 × 190 × 200 mm
8500 g (18.74 lb / 299.83 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X5
46 × 125 × 38 mm
200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)
URSA Cine 17K is 234mm wider, 66mm taller, and 162mm thicker than X5.
URSA Cine 17K is 8300 g heavier than X5.
Depth (front-to-back): 200mm URSA Cine 17K · 38mm X5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
URSA Cine 17K
280 × 190 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X5
46 × 125 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
URSA Cine 17K
280 × 200 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X5
46 × 38 mm
Sensor size, to scale
URSA Cine 17K
55.96 × 29.87 mm · Full Frame
1672 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
URSA Cine 17K
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 280, 190, 200
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
AA filter
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
Eye AF
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
Reasons to choose
X5
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 124.5, 38.2
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
200 g vs 8500 g — lower is better
Resolution
72 MP vs 65 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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.
URSA Cine 17K
Pros
- ✓17K large format
- ✓Interchangeable mount
- ✓Blackmagic RAW
- ✓Pro cinema workflow
Cons
- –Extremely expensive
- –Massive files
- –Requires full crew
X5
Pros
- ✓Dual 1/1.28-inch sensors (2× larger than X4)
- ✓8K 30fps 360° and 5.7K 60fps
- ✓4K 60fps single-lens action mode
- ✓15m waterproof without case
- ✓72MP 360° photos
Cons
- –Premium price vs X4
- –8K workflow is storage-heavy
- –Fixed lenses (not user-swappable in field)
- –Editing 360° footage takes time
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the URSA Cine 17K and X5 at major authorized retailers.
Blackmagic URSA Cine 17K
Insta360 X5
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, URSA Cine 17K or X5?
URSA Cine 17K scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for X5 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the URSA Cine 17K and X5?
URSA Cine 17K is 65 MP and X5 is 72 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the URSA Cine 17K and X5 have in-body image stabilization?
URSA Cine 17K has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the URSA Cine 17K and X5?
URSA Cine 17K weighs 8500 g and X5 weighs 200 g, so the X5 is 8300 g lighter.
Do the URSA Cine 17K and X5 record 4K video?
URSA Cine 17K: 4K up to 120p. X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the URSA Cine 17K and X5 weather sealed?
URSA Cine 17K: Yes. X5: Yes.
How much does each cost?
URSA Cine 17K launched at $29,995 and X5 at $550. The X5 is $29,445 less.
Can't decide between two? Compare a third camera.
Add any camera to get a three-way URSA Cine 17K vs X5 vs X comparison.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Insta360 press materials.