DJI
Osmo Action 6
Flagship DJI action camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, variable f/2.0-f/4.0 lens, 8K 30p video, 4K 120p, 38MP stills, and 20m waterproofing.
$379
Launch priceReleased Nov 2025
Insta360
X3
5.7K 360 camera with dual 1/2-inch 48MP sensors, 72MP photos, 4K single-lens mode, and IPX8 10m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
Osmo Action 6 is 3.2 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Action 6
Wins
X3
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher Battery runtime (240 min vs 81 min)
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Action 6
73 × 47 × 33 mm
149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
Osmo Action 6 is 67mm shorter than X3 but it is also 27mm wider.
Osmo Action 6 is 31 g lighter than X3.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Osmo Action 6 · 33mm X3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Action 6
73 × 47 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X3
46 × 114 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo Action 6
73 × 33 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X3
46 × 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
Osmo Action 6
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Stabilization modes
Adds RockSteady 3.0, RockSteady 3.0+, HorizonBalancing…
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 72.8, 47.2
Battery runtime
240 min vs 81 min — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X3
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, Active HDR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 114
Internal RAW video
Only X3 supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Resolution
72 MP vs 38 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Action 6
Pros
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓1/1.1-inch sensor
- ✓Variable f/2.0-f/4.0 aperture
- ✓20m waterproof without case
Cons
- –8K has mode limitations
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
- –Small sensor vs compact cameras
X3
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
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Osmo Action 6 or X3?
Osmo Action 6 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for X3 — Electronic image stabilization stabilization — steady handheld footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Action 6 and X3?
Osmo Action 6 is 38 MP and X3 is 72 MP, so the X3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Action 6 and X3?
Osmo Action 6 uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic), while X3 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Action 6 or the X3?
Osmo Action 6 reaches 20 fps electronic. X3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Action 6 and X3?
Osmo Action 6 weighs 149 g and X3 weighs 180 g, so the Osmo Action 6 is 31 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Action 6 and X3 record 4K video?
Osmo Action 6: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. X3: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Osmo Action 6 and X3 weather sealed?
Osmo Action 6: Yes. X3: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Action 6 is rated for about 240 minutes of continuous recording and X3 for about 81 minutes, giving the Osmo Action 6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Action 6 launched at $379 and X3 at $449. The Osmo Action 6 is $70 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Insta360 press materials.