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
Xtra
Atto
Ultra-compact 54g wearable action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/60fps, 143° FOV, 128GB internal storage, and 220-min battery with Vision Dock.
$299
Launch priceReleased Jan 2026
Atto is 9 months newer.
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Wins
X5
Wins
Atto
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX5 has higher Card slots (1 vs 0)
- BAtto has lower Weight (54 g vs 200 g)
- AX5 has higher Waterproof depth (15 m vs 10 m)
- AX5 has higher Battery runtime (135 min vs 90 min)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X5 is 146 g heavier than Atto.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X5
46 × 125 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 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
Sensor size, to scale
Atto
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 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
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 124.5, 38.2
Card slots
1 vs 0 — higher is better
Card types
Adds microSD
Touchscreen
Only X5 supports it
Waterproof depth
15 m vs 10 m — higher is better
Battery runtime
135 min vs 90 min — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Atto
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, TiltGuard
Card types
Adds microSD (via Vision Dock)
Weight
54 g vs 200 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Atto supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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
Atto
Pros
- ✓54g lightest in class
- ✓220 min with Vision Dock
- ✓128GB built-in + 600MB/s transfer
- ✓5-min pre-recording
Cons
- –No built-in screen
- –4K/60fps 16:9 only
- –10m waterproof (no case)
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 sports, X5 or Atto?
X5 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for Atto — Weather sealed for outdoor sports.
How does stabilization compare between the X5 and Atto?
X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic), while Atto uses Electronic stabilization (MotionMaster + TiltGuard) (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the X5 and Atto?
X5 weighs 200 g and Atto weighs 54 g, so the Atto is 146 g lighter.
Do the X5 and Atto record 4K video?
X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Atto: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X5 and Atto weather sealed?
X5: Yes. Atto: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
X5 is rated for about 135 minutes of continuous recording and Atto for about 90 minutes, giving the X5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X5 launched at $550 and Atto at $299. The Atto is $251 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.