Insta360
Luna Ultra
Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.
$770
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Insta360
X4 Air
Ultralight 165g 8K 360 camera with dual 1/1.8-inch sensors, replaceable lenses, AdaptiveTone exposure, 15m waterproofing, and swappable 2010mAh battery.
$400
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
Luna Ultra is 7 months newer.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
X4 Air
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX4 Air has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- ALuna Ultra has lower Weight (233 g vs 580 g)
- ALuna Ultra has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BX4 Air has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BX4 Air has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 37 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Luna Ultra
52 × 170 × 39 mm
233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X4 Air
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Luna Ultra is 82mm narrower and 34mm thinner than X4 Air but it is also 79mm taller.
Luna Ultra is 347 g lighter than X4 Air.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 72mm X4 Air
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X4 Air
134 × 91 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X4 Air
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
X4 Air
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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
Luna Ultra
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
233 g vs 580 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 7 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X4 Air
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, ProRes
AA filter
Only X4 Air supports it
Eye AF
Only X4 Air supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only X4 Air supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓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.
Luna Ultra
Pros
- ✓Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
- ✓8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
- ✓Detachable 2" OLED screen
- ✓3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0
Cons
- –Premium vs Pocket 3
- –No waterproofing
- –Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv
X4 Air
Pros
- ✓Lightest Insta360 8K 360 (165g)
- ✓Dual 1/1.8-inch sensors (134% more pixel area vs X4)
- ✓8K30 + 6K50 360; 4K single-lens mode
- ✓Replaceable lenses + 15m waterproof
- ✓AdaptiveTone + Portrait Mode
Cons
- –No 8K60 vs X5 flagship
- –8K runtime ~88 min
- –360 workflow needs reframing
- –Fewer pro codecs than X5
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Luna Ultra and X4 Air at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 Luna Ultra
Insta360 X4 Air
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Luna Ultra or X4 Air?
X4 Air scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Luna Ultra — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and X4 Air?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and X4 Air is 72 MP, so the X4 Air captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Luna Ultra and X4 Air have in-body image stabilization?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while X4 Air has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and X4 Air?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and X4 Air weighs 580 g, so the Luna Ultra is 347 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and X4 Air record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. X4 Air: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Luna Ultra and X4 Air weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. X4 Air: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and X4 Air at $400. The X4 Air is $370 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.