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
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
GO 3S is 1 year newer.
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Wins
GO 3
Wins
GO 3S
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGO 3 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 3,200)
- BGO 3S has lower Weight (135.4 g vs 580 g)
- AGO 3 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- AGO 3 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGO 3
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GO 3S
54 × 25 × 26 mm
135.4 g (0.30 lb / 4.78 oz)
GO 3 is 80mm wider, 66mm taller, and 46mm thicker than GO 3S.
GO 3 is 445 g heavier than GO 3S.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm GO 3 · 26mm GO 3S
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GO 3
134 × 91 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.
GO 3
134 × 72 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3S
54 × 26 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GO 3
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 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
GO 3
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 3,200 — 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
Reasons to choose
GO 3S
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 54.4, 24.8, 25.6
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
135.4 g vs 580 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 12 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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.
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
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 wildlife, GO 3 or GO 3S?
GO 3 scores 8.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for GO 3S — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the GO 3 and GO 3S?
Both cameras share the same 12 MP resolution.
Do the GO 3 and GO 3S have in-body image stabilization?
GO 3 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while GO 3S does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the GO 3 and GO 3S?
GO 3 weighs 580 g and GO 3S weighs 135.4 g, so the GO 3S is 445 g lighter.
Do the GO 3 and GO 3S record 4K video?
GO 3: 4K up to 60p. GO 3S: 4K up to 30p.
Are the GO 3 and GO 3S weather sealed?
GO 3: Yes. GO 3S: Yes.
How much does each cost?
GO 3 launched at $399 and GO 3S at $400. The GO 3 is $1 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.