Insta360
X3
5.7K 360 camera with dual 1/2-inch 48MP sensors, 72MP photos, 4K single-lens mode, and IPX8 10m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
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 2.6 years newer.
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Wins
X3
Wins
X5
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX5 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BX5 has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BX5 has higher Battery runtime (135 min vs 81 min)
- BX5 has higher Waterproof depth (15 m vs 10 m)
- BX5 has higher Battery capacity (2400 mAh vs 1800 mAh)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X5
46 × 125 × 38 mm
200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)
X3 is 11mm shorter and 5mm thinner than X5.
X3 is 20 g lighter than X5.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm X3 · 38mm X5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X3
46 × 114 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.
X3
46 × 33 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X5
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
X3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114, 33.1
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X3 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only X3 supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X3 supports it
Stabilization modes
Adds 360° Horizon Lock
Weight
180 g vs 200 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X5
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.5, 38.2
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds Horizon Lock 360°, PureVideo
Battery runtime
135 min vs 81 min — higher is better
Waterproof depth
15 m vs 10 m — higher is better
Battery capacity
2400 mAh vs 1800 mAh — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 72 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X3
Pros
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓5.7K60 360 video
- ✓Great value used
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –No 8K vs X4
- –Single-lens capped at 4K30
- –Older AI editing
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
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X3 or X5?
X5 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for X3 — Weather sealed for outdoor sports.
What's the resolution difference between the X3 and X5?
Both cameras share the same 72 MP resolution.
How does stabilization compare between the X3 and X5?
X3 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the X3 and X5?
X3 weighs 180 g and X5 weighs 200 g, so the X3 is 20 g lighter.
Do the X3 and X5 record 4K video?
X3: 4K up to 30p. X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X3 and X5 weather sealed?
X3: Yes. X5: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
X3 is rated for about 81 minutes of continuous recording and X5 for about 135 minutes, giving the X5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X3 launched at $449 and X5 at $550. The X3 is $101 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.