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
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
Luna Ultra is 1.2 years newer.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
X5
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALuna Ultra has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- ALuna Ultra has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- BX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 37 MP)
- ALuna Ultra has higher Battery runtime (240 min vs 135 min)
- BX5 has higher Battery capacity (2400 mAh vs 1550 mAh)
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
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X5
46 × 125 × 38 mm
200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)
Luna Ultra is 6mm wider and 45mm taller than X5.
Luna Ultra is 33 g heavier than X5.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 38mm X5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 mm
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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.
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X5
46 × 38 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 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
Luna Ultra
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 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
Battery runtime
240 min vs 135 min — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X5
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 124.5, 38.2
Codecs
Adds H.264
Weather sealing
Only X5 supports it
Resolution
72 MP vs 37 MP — higher is better
Battery capacity
2400 mAh vs 1550 mAh — higher is better
Weight
200 g vs 233 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
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?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Luna Ultra or X5?
X5 scores 5.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for Luna Ultra — 72MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and X5?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and X5 is 72 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Luna Ultra and X5?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and X5?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and X5 weighs 200 g, so the X5 is 33 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and X5 record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Luna Ultra and X5 weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. X5: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Luna Ultra is rated for about 240 minutes of continuous recording and X5 for about 135 minutes, giving the Luna Ultra the edge.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and X5 at $550. The X5 is $220 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.