Canon
EOS R6 V
Video-first 32.5MP full-frame EOS V-series body with 7K RAW 60p, 4K 120p, active cooling, and Canon RF mount.
$2,499
Released May 2026
Insta360
X4
8K 360 action camera with dual 1/2-inch sensors, 72MP photos, 4K60 single-lens mode, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproofing.
$499
Released Apr 2024
EOS R6 V is 2.1 years newer.
Wins
EOS R6 V
Wins
X4
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 V has higher AF points / zones (6097 vs 0)
- AEOS R6 V has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AEOS R6 V has higher ISO max (native) (64,000 vs 6,400)
- BX4 has lower Weight (203 g vs 688 g)
- BX4 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 32.5 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R6 V
142 × 83 × 80 mm
688 g (1.52 lb / 24.27 oz)
X4
46 × 124 × 38 mm
203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)
EOS R6 V is 40mm shorter than X4 but it is also 96mm wider and 42mm thicker.
EOS R6 V is 485 g heavier than X4.
Depth (front-to-back): 80mm EOS R6 V · 38mm X4
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 V
142 × 83 mm
X4
46 × 124 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 V
142 × 80 mm
X4
46 × 38 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 V
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
X4: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
EOS R6 V
AF points / zones
6097 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 141.8, 83.3, 79.7
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
64,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds RAW, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
AA filter
Only EOS R6 V supports it
Reasons to choose
X4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 123.6, 37.6
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
203 g vs 688 g — lower is better
Resolution
72 MP vs 32.5 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R6 V
Pros
- ✓7K RAW 60p and 7K Open Gate recording
- ✓4K DCI/UHD 120p with no crop
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with people, animal, and vehicle detection
- ✓Active cooling for long-form recording
- ✓Full-size HDMI and dual CFexpress/SD card recording
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –Single CFexpress Type B slot plus one SD slot
- –Video-first body may be less ideal for stills-first shooters
- –Battery grip not supported
X4
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓4K60 single-lens mode
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –360 workflow needs reframing
- –8K runtime ~75 min
- –Larger than Ace Pro
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, EOS R6 V or X4?
EOS R6 V scores 8.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for X4 — 32.5MP — ample resolution for portraits.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 V and X4?
EOS R6 V is 32.5 MP and X4 is 72 MP, so the X4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 V and X4 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while x4 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 V or the X4?
EOS R6 V reaches 40 fps electronic. X4 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 V and X4?
EOS R6 V weighs 688 g and X4 weighs 203 g, so the X4 is 485 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 V and X4 record 4K video?
EOS R6 V: 4K up to 120p. X4: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R6 V and X4 weather sealed?
EOS R6 V: Yes. X4: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 V and 640 shots for the X4, giving the X4 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 V launched at $2,499 and X4 at $499. The X4 is $2,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Insta360 press materials.