DJI
Pocket 2
Tiny 3-axis gimbal camera with 1/1.7-inch 64MP sensor, 20mm equivalent lens, and 4K 60p video.
$349
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
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 4.5 years newer.
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Wins
Pocket 2
Wins
X5
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX5 has higher Battery capacity (2400 mAh vs 875 mAh)
- APocket 2 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- APocket 2 has lower Weight (117 g vs 200 g)
- BX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 64 MP)
- APocket 2 has higher Battery runtime (140 min vs 135 min)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Pocket 2
38 × 125 × 30 mm
117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X5
46 × 125 × 38 mm
200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)
Pocket 2 is 8mm narrower and 8mm thinner than X5.
Pocket 2 is 83 g lighter than X5.
Depth (front-to-back): 30mm Pocket 2 · 38mm X5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Pocket 2
38 × 125 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.
Pocket 2
38 × 30 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X5
46 × 38 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
Pocket 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 38.1, 124.7, 30
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Weight
117 g vs 200 g — lower is better
Battery runtime
140 min vs 135 min — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X5
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 124.5, 38.2
Battery capacity
2400 mAh vs 875 mAh — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265
Weather sealing
Only X5 supports it
Resolution
72 MP vs 64 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Pocket 2
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓64MP stills mode
- ✓4K 60p
- ✓Very small body
Cons
- –Older than Pocket 3
- –Smaller sensor
- –Tiny screen
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
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Pocket 2 or X5?
X5 scores 8.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for Pocket 2 — Weather sealed for outdoor sports.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket 2 and X5?
Pocket 2 is 64 MP and X5 is 72 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Pocket 2 and X5?
Pocket 2 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the Pocket 2 and X5?
Pocket 2 weighs 117 g and X5 weighs 200 g, so the Pocket 2 is 83 g lighter.
Do the Pocket 2 and X5 record 4K video?
Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p. X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Pocket 2 and X5 weather sealed?
Pocket 2: No. X5: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Pocket 2 is rated for about 140 minutes of continuous recording and X5 for about 135 minutes, giving the Pocket 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket 2 launched at $349 and X5 at $550. The Pocket 2 is $201 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Insta360 press materials.