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
Xtra
Edge
Lightweight 149g action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps, 52ft waterproofing, dual touchscreens, and 180-min battery.
$199
Launch priceReleased Mar 2026
Luna Ultra is 2 months newer.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
Edge
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALuna Ultra has higher Resolution (37 MP vs 10 MP)
- BEdge has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- BEdge has lower Weight (149 g vs 233 g)
- ALuna Ultra has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 6 stops)
- ALuna Ultra has higher Battery runtime (240 min vs 180 min)
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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Edge
71 × 44 × 33 mm
149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)
Luna Ultra is 18mm narrower than Edge but it is also 126mm taller and 6mm thicker.
Luna Ultra is 84 g heavier than Edge.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 33mm Edge
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
Edge
71 × 44 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
Edge
71 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Edge
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 mm² area
1.7× 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
Codecs
Adds H.265
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Resolution
37 MP vs 10 MP — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Battery runtime
240 min vs 180 min — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Edge
Codecs
Adds H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC)
Stabilization modes
Adds TiltGuard, MotionMaster
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only Edge supports it
Weight
149 g vs 233 g — lower is better
Battery capacity
1900 mAh vs 1550 mAh — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 240 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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
Edge
Pros
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor at $199
- ✓52ft waterproof (no case)
- ✓149g ultra-lightweight
- ✓3-hour battery
Cons
- –No built-in storage
- –Fixed lens
- –No pre-recording
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 travel, Luna Ultra or Edge?
Edge scores 7.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Luna Ultra — 149g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and Edge?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and Edge is 10 MP, so the Luna Ultra captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Luna Ultra and Edge?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Edge uses Electronic stabilization (TiltGuard + MotionMaster) (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and Edge?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and Edge weighs 149 g, so the Edge is 84 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and Edge record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. Edge: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Luna Ultra and Edge weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. Edge: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Luna Ultra is rated for about 240 minutes of continuous recording and Edge for about 180 minutes, giving the Luna Ultra the edge.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and Edge at $199. The Edge is $571 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Xtra press materials.