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 3S
Thumb-sized 4K POV camera with magnetic mounting, Action Pod remote preview, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof body.
$400
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Ace Pro 2 is 4 months newer.
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Wins
Ace Pro 2
Wins
GO 3S
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAce Pro 2 has higher Battery capacity (1800 mAh vs 310 mAh)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 50 fps)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher Battery runtime (180 min vs 38 min)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 12 MP)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher ISO max (native) (6,400 vs 3,200)
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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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GO 3S
54 × 25 × 26 mm
135.4 g (0.30 lb / 4.78 oz)
Ace Pro 2 is 18mm wider, 27mm taller, and 12mm thicker than GO 3S.
Ace Pro 2 is 42 g heavier than GO 3S.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm Ace Pro 2 · 26mm GO 3S
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 3S
54 × 25 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 3S
54 × 26 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Ace Pro 2
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 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
Ace Pro 2
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Battery capacity
1800 mAh vs 310 mAh — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 50 fps — higher is better
Battery runtime
180 min vs 38 min — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR, PureVideo
ISO max (native)
6,400 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GO 3S
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 54.4, 24.8, 25.6
Stabilization modes
Adds Horizon Lock
Weight
135.4 g vs 177.2 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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.
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 3S
Pros
- ✓4K30 in a 39g body
- ✓Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
- ✓FlowState + Horizon Lock
- ✓10m waterproof (camera only)
- ✓140 min runtime with Action Pod
Cons
- –Tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Fixed 16mm lens
- –Action Pod not waterproof
- –Built-in storage only (64/128GB)
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Ace Pro 2 or GO 3S?
Ace Pro 2 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for GO 3S — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3S?
Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP and GO 3S is 12 MP, so the Ace Pro 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3S?
Ace Pro 2 uses FlowState electronic stabilization (electronic), while GO 3S does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3S?
Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g and GO 3S weighs 135.4 g, so the GO 3S is 42 g lighter.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3S record 4K video?
Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. GO 3S: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Ace Pro 2 and GO 3S weather sealed?
Ace Pro 2: Yes. GO 3S: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Ace Pro 2 is rated for about 180 minutes of continuous recording and GO 3S for about 38 minutes, giving the Ace Pro 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Ace Pro 2 launched at $449 and GO 3S at $400. The GO 3S is $49 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.