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-X
Global-shutter Super 35 cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, RF mount, and a larger body than KOMODO 6K.
$9,995
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
X5 is 1.7 years newer.
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Wins
X5
Wins
KOMODO-X
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BKOMODO-X has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 0)
- AX5 has lower Weight (200 g vs 1190 g)
- BKOMODO-X has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- BKOMODO-X has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 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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KOMODO-X
129 × 101 × 95 mm
1190 g (2.62 lb / 41.98 oz)
X5 is 83mm narrower and 57mm thinner than KOMODO-X but it is also 23mm taller.
X5 is 990 g lighter than KOMODO-X.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X5 · 95mm KOMODO-X
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-X
129 × 101 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X5
46 × 38 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO-X
129 × 95 mm
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO-X
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X5: mount data unavailable
KOMODO-X
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
Weight
200 g vs 1190 g — lower is better
Resolution
72 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
KOMODO-X
AF points / zones
1053 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW, ProRes 422, ProRes 422 HQ…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.37, 101.26, 95.26
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only KOMODO-X supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only KOMODO-X supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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.
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-X
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 6K
- ✓REDCODE RAW
- ✓Canon RF mount
- ✓Compact cinema form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Premium media costs
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X5 and KOMODO-X at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X5 or KOMODO-X?
KOMODO-X scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for X5 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X5 and KOMODO-X?
X5 is 72 MP and KOMODO-X is 19.9 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X5 and KOMODO-X?
X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic), while KOMODO-X does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the X5 and KOMODO-X?
X5 weighs 200 g and KOMODO-X weighs 1190 g, so the X5 is 990 g lighter.
Do the X5 and KOMODO-X record 4K video?
X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. KOMODO-X: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X5 and KOMODO-X weather sealed?
X5: Yes. KOMODO-X: Yes.
How much does each cost?
X5 launched at $550 and KOMODO-X at $9,995. The X5 is $9,445 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and RED press materials.