Insta360
GO Ultra
Tiny wearable action camera with magnetic mounting, 4K video, and FlowState stabilization.
$299
Launch priceReleased Aug 2024
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
GO Ultra is 4 months newer.
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Wins
GO Ultra
Wins
X4
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX4 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- AGO Ultra has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- AGO Ultra has higher Battery runtime (200 min vs 135 min)
- BX4 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 50 MP)
- BX4 has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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GO Ultra
70 × 49 × 33 mm
161.4 g (0.36 lb / 5.69 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X4
46 × 124 × 38 mm
203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)
GO Ultra is 75mm shorter and 4mm thinner than X4 but it is also 24mm wider.
GO Ultra is 42 g lighter than X4.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm GO Ultra · 38mm X4
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GO Ultra
70 × 49 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.
GO Ultra
70 × 33 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
GO Ultra
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.4, 48.8, 33.3
AA filter
Only GO Ultra supports it
Eye AF
Only GO Ultra supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only GO Ultra supports it
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only GO Ultra supports it
Battery runtime
200 min vs 135 min — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X4
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, Active HDR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 123.6, 37.6
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Resolution
72 MP vs 50 MP — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 180 Mbps — 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
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GO Ultra
Pros
- ✓Ultra tiny 39g body
- ✓Magnetic mount system
- ✓4K video
- ✓Wearable POV
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Short battery life
- –Limited manual control
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?
Compare live prices for the GO Ultra and X4 at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 GO Ultra
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, GO Ultra or X4?
GO Ultra scores 6.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for X4 — 50MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the GO Ultra and X4?
GO Ultra is 50 MP and X4 is 72 MP, so the X4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GO Ultra and X4 have in-body image stabilization?
GO Ultra has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while X4 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the GO Ultra or the X4?
GO Ultra reaches 15 fps electronic. X4 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GO Ultra and X4?
GO Ultra weighs 161.4 g and X4 weighs 203 g, so the GO Ultra is 42 g lighter.
Do the GO Ultra and X4 record 4K video?
GO Ultra: 4K up to 60p. X4: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the GO Ultra and X4 weather sealed?
GO Ultra: Yes. X4: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
GO Ultra is rated for about 200 minutes of continuous recording and X4 for about 135 minutes, giving the GO Ultra the edge.
How much does each cost?
GO Ultra launched at $299 and X4 at $499. The GO Ultra is $200 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.