Insta360
GO Ultra
Tiny wearable action camera with magnetic mounting, 4K video, and FlowState stabilization.
$299
Launch priceReleased Aug 2024
Insta360
X5
Flagship 360° action camera with dual 1/1.28-inch sensors, 8K 30fps 360° video, 4K 60fps single-lens mode, 15m waterproofing, and AI-powered PureVideo.
$550
Launch priceReleased Apr 2025
X5 is 8 months newer.
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Wins
GO Ultra
Wins
X5
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGO Ultra has lower Weight (39 g vs 200 g)
- AGO Ultra has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AGO Ultra has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 48 MP)
- BX5 has higher Waterproof depth (15 m vs 10 m)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGO Ultra
53 × 23 × 23 mm
39 g (0.09 lb / 1.38 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X5
46 × 125 × 38 mm
200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)
GO Ultra is 102mm shorter and 15mm thinner than X5 but it is also 7mm wider.
GO Ultra is 161 g lighter than X5.
Depth (front-to-back): 23mm GO Ultra · 38mm X5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GO Ultra
53 × 23 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X5
46 × 125 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
GO Ultra
53 × 23 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X5
46 × 38 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
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 200 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
Reasons to choose
X5
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 124.5, 38.2
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
72 MP vs 48 MP — higher is better
Waterproof depth
15 m vs 10 m — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓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 Ultra
Pros
- ✓Ultra tiny 39g body
- ✓Magnetic mount system
- ✓4K video
- ✓Wearable POV
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Short battery life
- –Limited manual control
X5
Pros
- ✓Dual 1/1.28-inch sensors (2× larger than X4)
- ✓8K 30fps 360° and 5.7K 60fps
- ✓4K 60fps single-lens action mode
- ✓15m waterproof without case
- ✓72MP 360° photos
Cons
- –Premium price vs X4
- –8K workflow is storage-heavy
- –Fixed lenses (not user-swappable in field)
- –Editing 360° footage takes time
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the GO Ultra and X5 at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 GO Ultra
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, GO Ultra or X5?
GO Ultra scores 8.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for X5 — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the GO Ultra and X5?
GO Ultra is 48 MP and X5 is 72 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GO Ultra and X5 have in-body image stabilization?
GO Ultra has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the GO Ultra and X5?
GO Ultra weighs 39 g and X5 weighs 200 g, so the GO Ultra is 161 g lighter.
Do the GO Ultra and X5 record 4K video?
GO Ultra: 4K up to 60p. X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the GO Ultra and X5 weather sealed?
GO Ultra: Yes. X5: Yes.
How much does each cost?
GO Ultra launched at $299 and X5 at $550. The GO Ultra is $251 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.