Insta360
Ace Pro
Leica co-engineered action cam with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K120, flip touchscreen, and FlowState stabilization.
$399
Launch priceReleased Nov 2023
Insta360
X4
8K 360 action camera with dual 1/2-inch sensors, 72MP photos, 4K60 single-lens mode, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproofing.
$499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
X4 is 5 months newer.
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Wins
Ace Pro
Wins
X4
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX4 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- AAce Pro has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AAce Pro has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- BX4 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 48 MP)
- BX4 has higher Battery runtime (135 min vs 100 min)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Ace Pro
72 × 52 × 39 mm
179.8 g (0.40 lb / 6.34 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X4
46 × 124 × 38 mm
203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)
Ace Pro is 71mm shorter than X4 but it is also 26mm wider and 1mm thicker.
Ace Pro is 23 g lighter than X4.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Ace Pro · 38mm X4
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Ace Pro
72 × 52 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X4
46 × 124 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Ace Pro
72 × 39 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X4
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
Ace Pro
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.15, 38.5
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds Horizon Lock
Weight
179.8 g vs 203 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 123.6, 37.6
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X4 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X4 supports it
Resolution
72 MP vs 48 MP — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds 360° Horizon Lock
Battery runtime
135 min vs 100 min — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — 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
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Waterproof depth — Both 10 m
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Ace Pro
Pros
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor
- ✓4K120 slow-mo
- ✓Leica color science
- ✓Flip touchscreen
Cons
- –Superseded by Ace Pro 2
- –No 8K
- –Fixed lens
X4
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓4K60 single-lens mode
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –360 workflow needs reframing
- –8K runtime ~75 min
- –Larger than Ace Pro
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 video, Ace Pro or X4?
X4 scores 6.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for Ace Pro — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Ace Pro and X4?
Ace Pro is 48 MP and X4 is 72 MP, so the X4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Ace Pro and X4?
Ace Pro uses FlowState electronic stabilization (electronic), while X4 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the Ace Pro or the X4?
Ace Pro reaches 15 fps electronic. X4 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Ace Pro and X4?
Ace Pro weighs 179.8 g and X4 weighs 203 g, so the Ace Pro is 23 g lighter.
Do the Ace Pro and X4 record 4K video?
Ace Pro: 4K up to 120p. X4: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Ace Pro and X4 weather sealed?
Ace Pro: Yes. X4: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Ace Pro is rated for about 100 minutes of continuous recording and X4 for about 135 minutes, giving the X4 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Ace Pro launched at $399 and X4 at $499. The Ace Pro is $100 less.
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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.