Insta360
Ace Pro 2
8K Leica-lens action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K60 Active HDR, PureVideo low-light mode, and 12m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
Insta360
GO 3
Thumb-sized magnetic POV camera with 2.7K30 video, 12MP photos, Action Pod flip-screen remote, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof 35g body.
$399
Launch priceReleased Jun 2023
Ace Pro 2 is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
Ace Pro 2
Wins
GO 3
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAce Pro 2 has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 12 MP)
- BGO 3 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AAce Pro 2 has lower Weight (177.2 g vs 580 g)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- BGO 3 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 × 38 mm
177.2 g (0.39 lb / 6.25 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GO 3
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Ace Pro 2 is 62mm narrower, 39mm shorter, and 34mm thinner than GO 3.
Ace Pro 2 is 403 g lighter than GO 3.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm Ace Pro 2 · 72mm GO 3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3
134 × 91 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Ace Pro 2
72 × 38 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Ace Pro 2
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 mm² area
GO 3
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
3.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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
Ace Pro 2
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
50 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Weight
177.2 g vs 580 g — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GO 3
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
AA filter
Only GO 3 supports it
Eye AF
Only GO 3 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only GO 3 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only GO 3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Ace Pro 2
Pros
- ✓8K30 video
- ✓1/1.3-inch Leica lens
- ✓PureVideo night mode
- ✓12m waterproof
Cons
- –8K drains battery faster
- –Premium vs DJI Action
- –Fixed lens
GO 3
Pros
- ✓35g magnetic thumb camera
- ✓Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
- ✓170 min runtime with Action Pod
- ✓FlowState + Horizon Lock
- ✓IPX8 waterproof (camera body)
Cons
- –Max 2.7K30 (no 4K vs GO 3S)
- –Built-in storage only (32/64/128GB)
- –Tiny sensor limits low light
- –Superseded by GO 3S / GO Ultra
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Ace Pro 2 or GO 3?
Ace Pro 2 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for GO 3 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3?
Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP and GO 3 is 12 MP, so the Ace Pro 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3 have in-body image stabilization?
Ace Pro 2 uses FlowState electronic stabilization (electronic), while GO 3 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Ace Pro 2 or the GO 3?
Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic. GO 3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3?
Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g and GO 3 weighs 580 g, so the Ace Pro 2 is 403 g lighter.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3 record 4K video?
Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. GO 3: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3 weather sealed?
Ace Pro 2: Yes. GO 3: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Ace Pro 2 launched at $449 and GO 3 at $399. The GO 3 is $50 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 press materials.