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
OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
X5 is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
X5
Wins
Tough TG-7
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BTough TG-7 has higher AF points / zones (25 vs 0)
- AX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 12 MP)
- AX5 has higher ISO max (native) (6,400 vs 1,600)
- AX5 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- AX5 has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 59.94 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X5
46 × 125 × 38 mm
200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
X5 is 68mm narrower than Tough TG-7 but it is also 59mm taller and 6mm thicker.
X5 is 49 g lighter than Tough TG-7.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X5 · 33mm Tough TG-7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X5
46 × 125 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X5
46 × 38 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 33 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
X5
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
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 12 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
6,400 vs 1,600 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7
AF points / zones
25 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Tough TG-7 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only Tough TG-7 supports it
Waterproof depth
15.2 m vs 15 m — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
Tough TG-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
Decided which one is right for you?
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Insta360 X5
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X5 or Tough TG-7?
Tough TG-7 scores 5.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for X5 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X5 and Tough TG-7?
X5 is 72 MP and Tough TG-7 is 12 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X5 and Tough TG-7 have in-body image stabilization?
X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic), while Tough TG-7 has in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the X5 and Tough TG-7?
X5 weighs 200 g and Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g, so the X5 is 49 g lighter.
Do the X5 and Tough TG-7 record 4K video?
X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Tough TG-7: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the X5 and Tough TG-7 weather sealed?
X5: Yes. Tough TG-7: Yes.
How much does each cost?
X5 launched at $550 and Tough TG-7 at $549. The Tough TG-7 is $1 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed August 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and OM System press materials.