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 Ultra
Tiny wearable action camera with magnetic mounting, 4K video, and FlowState stabilization.
$299
Launch priceReleased Aug 2024
Ace Pro 2 is 2 months newer.
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Wins
Ace Pro 2
Wins
GO Ultra
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGO Ultra has lower Weight (39 g vs 177.2 g)
- BGO Ultra has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- BGO Ultra has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 6 fps)
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 Ultra
53 × 23 × 23 mm
39 g (0.09 lb / 1.38 oz)
Ace Pro 2 is 19mm wider, 29mm taller, and 15mm thicker than GO Ultra.
Ace Pro 2 is 138 g heavier than GO Ultra.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm Ace Pro 2 · 23mm GO Ultra
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 Ultra
53 × 23 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 Ultra
53 × 23 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GO Ultra
10.5 × 7.9 mm · Compact
83 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
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Card types
Adds microSD
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Ace Pro 2 supports it
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Waterproof depth
12 m vs 10 m — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GO Ultra
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 53, 23, 23
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Weight
39 g vs 177.2 g — lower is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
AA filter
Only GO Ultra supports it
Eye AF
Only GO Ultra supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only GO Ultra 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
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
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 Ultra
Pros
- ✓Ultra tiny 39g body
- ✓Magnetic mount system
- ✓4K video
- ✓Wearable POV
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Short battery life
- –Limited manual control
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 vlogging, Ace Pro 2 or GO Ultra?
GO Ultra scores 7.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for Ace Pro 2 — 39g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the Ace Pro 2 and GO Ultra?
Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP and GO Ultra is 48 MP, so the Ace Pro 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and GO Ultra have in-body image stabilization?
Ace Pro 2 uses FlowState electronic stabilization (electronic), while GO Ultra has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Ace Pro 2 or the GO Ultra?
Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic. GO Ultra reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Ace Pro 2 and GO Ultra?
Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g and GO Ultra weighs 39 g, so the GO Ultra is 138 g lighter.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and GO Ultra record 4K video?
Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. GO Ultra: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Ace Pro 2 and GO Ultra weather sealed?
Ace Pro 2: Yes. GO Ultra: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Ace Pro 2 and 640 shots for the GO Ultra, giving the GO Ultra the edge.
How much does each cost?
Ace Pro 2 launched at $449 and GO Ultra at $299. The GO Ultra is $150 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.