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
RED
KOMODO 6K
Compact Super 35 global-shutter cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, Canon RF mount, 16+ stops DR, and a built-in 2.9-inch touchscreen.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
X5 is 4.6 years newer.
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Wins
X5
Wins
KOMODO 6K
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX5 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
- AX5 has lower Weight (200 g vs 1000 g)
- AX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- AX5 has higher ISO max (native) (6,400 vs 3,200)
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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KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 × 102 mm
1000 g (2.20 lb / 35.27 oz)
X5 is 56mm narrower and 64mm thinner than KOMODO 6K but it is also 23mm taller.
X5 is 800 g lighter than KOMODO 6K.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X5 · 102mm KOMODO 6K
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X5
46 × 125 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 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
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO 6K
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 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
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
ISO min (native)
100 vs 800 — lower is better
Weight
200 g vs 1000 g — lower is better
Resolution
72 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
6,400 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
KOMODO 6K
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 102, 102, 102
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Internal RAW video
Only KOMODO 6K supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only KOMODO 6K supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 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.
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
KOMODO 6K
Pros
- ✓Global shutter Super 35 6K sensor
- ✓16+ stops dynamic range
- ✓REDCODE RAW up to 120fps in 2K
- ✓Compact 952g aluminum body
- ✓12G-SDI + integrated touchscreen
Cons
- –Single CFast 2.0 slot
- –RF mount needs adapters for PL/EF
- –Small integrated monitor
- –No in-body ND filters
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X5 or KOMODO 6K?
X5 scores 8.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for KOMODO 6K — Weather sealed for outdoor sports.
What's the resolution difference between the X5 and KOMODO 6K?
X5 is 72 MP and KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X5 and KOMODO 6K?
X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic), while KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the X5 and KOMODO 6K?
X5 weighs 200 g and KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g, so the X5 is 800 g lighter.
Do the X5 and KOMODO 6K record 4K video?
X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X5 and KOMODO 6K weather sealed?
X5: Yes. KOMODO 6K: No.
How much does each cost?
X5 launched at $550 and KOMODO 6K at $5,995. The X5 is $5,445 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 RED press materials.