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
Z CAM
E2-S6
Super 35 6K cinema box camera with 14 stops DR, EF mount, ProRes/ZRAW internal recording, and 1Gb Ethernet.
$1,995
Launch priceReleased Jun 2020
X5 is 4.9 years newer.
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Wins
X5
Wins
E2-S6
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX5 has lower Weight (200 g vs 1090 g)
- AX5 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 500)
- AX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 26 MP)
- BE2-S6 has higher 4K max frame rate (100 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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E2-S6
91 × 99 × 122 mm
1090 g (2.40 lb / 38.45 oz)
X5 is 45mm narrower and 84mm thinner than E2-S6 but it is also 25mm taller.
X5 is 890 g lighter than E2-S6.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X5 · 122mm E2-S6
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
E2-S6
91 × 99 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
E2-S6
91 × 122 mm
Sensor size, to scale
E2-S6
23.4 × 15.67 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X5: mount data unavailable
E2-S6
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
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
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 1090 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 500 — lower is better
Resolution
72 MP vs 26 MP — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only X5 supports it
Touchscreen
Only X5 supports it
Reasons to choose
E2-S6
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 91.2, 99.25, 122.25
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Internal RAW video
Only E2-S6 supports it
Codecs
Adds ProRes, ZRAW
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only E2-S6 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only E2-S6 supports it
4K max frame rate
100 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
E2-S6
Pros
- ✓Super 35 26MP 6K sensor
- ✓6K up to 60fps / 4K up to 100fps
- ✓ProRes + ZRAW internal
- ✓14 stops dynamic range
- ✓1Gb Ethernet + HDMI
Cons
- –Rolling shutter (not global)
- –No built-in ND
- –Requires external monitor for framing
- –EF mount only (adapters for PL/MFT)
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X5 or E2-S6?
X5 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for E2-S6 — Weather sealed for outdoor sports.
What's the resolution difference between the X5 and E2-S6?
X5 is 72 MP and E2-S6 is 26 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X5 and E2-S6?
X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic), while E2-S6 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the X5 and E2-S6?
X5 weighs 200 g and E2-S6 weighs 1090 g, so the X5 is 890 g lighter.
Do the X5 and E2-S6 record 4K video?
X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. E2-S6: 6K Open Gate (6244 × 4168) (max), 4K up to 100p.
Are the X5 and E2-S6 weather sealed?
X5: Yes. E2-S6: No.
How much does each cost?
X5 launched at $550 and E2-S6 at $1,995. The X5 is $1,445 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 Z CAM press materials.