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
Edge Pro
Flagship action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps in 4:3, Night View mode, 32× slow motion, 20m waterproof, and 230-min cold-resistant battery.
$299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
Edge Pro is 5 months newer.
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Wins
X5
Wins
Edge Pro
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEdge Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- BEdge Pro has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BEdge Pro has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- AX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 40 MP)
- BEdge Pro has higher Battery runtime (230 min vs 135 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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Edge Pro
71 × 44 × 33 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)
X5 is 25mm narrower than Edge Pro but it is also 80mm taller and 5mm thicker.
X5 is 53 g heavier than Edge Pro.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X5 · 33mm Edge Pro
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X5
46 × 125 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Edge Pro
71 × 44 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
Edge Pro
71 × 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
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 124.5, 38.2
Resolution
72 MP vs 40 MP — higher is better
Battery capacity
2400 mAh vs 1900 mAh — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Edge Pro
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, TiltGuard, 360 Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Edge Pro supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AVC, HEVC
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
Edge Pro
Pros
- ✓4K/120fps 4:3 + 13.5 stops DR
- ✓4K/60fps Night View AI mode
- ✓20m waterproof (no case)
- ✓230 min battery; –20 °C rated
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Night View limited to 8-bit
- –Larger/heavier than Edge
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, X5 or Edge Pro?
X5 scores 5.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Edge Pro — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the X5 and Edge Pro?
X5 is 72 MP and Edge Pro is 40 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X5 and Edge Pro?
X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic), while Edge Pro does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the X5 and Edge Pro?
X5 weighs 200 g and Edge Pro weighs 147 g, so the Edge Pro is 53 g lighter.
Do the X5 and Edge Pro record 4K video?
X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Edge Pro: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X5 and Edge Pro weather sealed?
X5: Yes. Edge Pro: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
X5 is rated for about 135 minutes of continuous recording and Edge Pro for about 230 minutes, giving the Edge Pro the edge.
How much does each cost?
X5 launched at $550 and Edge Pro at $299. The Edge Pro 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.