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
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
Ace Pro 2 is 2.1 years newer.
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Wins
Ace Pro 2
Wins
X3
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAce Pro 2 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 60 fps)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher Battery runtime (180 min vs 81 min)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BX3 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 50 MP)
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
X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
Ace Pro 2 is 62mm shorter than X3 but it is also 26mm wider and 5mm thicker.
Ace Pro 2 is 3 g lighter than X3.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm Ace Pro 2 · 33mm X3
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
X3
46 × 114 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
X3
46 × 33 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Battery runtime
180 min vs 81 min — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds Horizon Lock 360°, PureVideo
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 114, 33.1
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Stabilization modes
Adds 360° Horizon Lock
Resolution
72 MP vs 50 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓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
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
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 X3?
Ace Pro 2 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for X3 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Ace Pro 2 and X3?
Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP and X3 is 72 MP, so the X3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Ace Pro 2 and X3?
Ace Pro 2 uses FlowState electronic stabilization (electronic), while X3 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the Ace Pro 2 or the X3?
Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic. X3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Ace Pro 2 and X3?
Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g and X3 weighs 180 g, so the Ace Pro 2 is 3 g lighter.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and X3 record 4K video?
Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X3: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Ace Pro 2 and X3 weather sealed?
Ace Pro 2: Yes. X3: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Ace Pro 2 is rated for about 180 minutes of continuous recording and X3 for about 81 minutes, giving the Ace Pro 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $449.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 press materials.