Insta360
X6
Flagship 8K 360 camera with dual Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors, native 8K50 and in-camera Dolby Vision, 120MP stills, 2.32-inch OLED, 140-minute 8K30 runtime, and 20m waterproofing.
$700
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
OM System
PEN
First OM SYSTEM-branded PEN: compact rangefinder-style Micro Four Thirds body with 20.4MP Live MOS, 5-axis IBIS, built-in EVF, IPX1 sealing, and in-camera computational modes.
$1,000
Launch priceReleased Sep 2026
Released within a month of each other.
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Wins
X6
Wins
PEN
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BPEN has higher AF points / zones (121 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 29 frames)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 20.4 MP)
- BPEN has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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PEN
126 × 75 × 43 mm
393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
X6 is 76mm narrower and 3mm thinner than PEN but it is also 26mm taller.
X6 is 197 g lighter than PEN.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 43mm PEN
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
PEN
126 × 75 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X6
50 × 40 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
PEN
126 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PEN
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X6: mount data unavailable
PEN
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
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
X6
Codecs
Adds H.265
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 29 frames — higher is better
Resolution
120 MP vs 20.4 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Reasons to choose
PEN
AF points / zones
121 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, MOV, MPEG-4 AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 125.8, 74.5, 43.3
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Dog, Cat
Eye AF
Only PEN supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only PEN supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 240 Mbps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X6
Pros
- ✓Dual Sony 1/1.1-inch sensors (1-inch equivalent 360)
- ✓Native 8K50 + in-camera Dolby Vision / 10-bit I-Log
- ✓120MP 360 photos; 5K60 / 4K120 single-lens
- ✓2600mAh Xtreme Battery: 140 min 8K30
- ✓20m waterproof + replaceable Lens 2.0
Cons
- –$700 Standard Bundle vs cheaper 360 rivals
- –8K50, not 8K60 vs Osmo 360 II
- –47GB usable built-in storage vs DJI 105GB
- –360 footage still needs reframing
PEN
Pros
- ✓393g rangefinder body with built-in 2.36M-dot EVF
- ✓First PEN with IPX1 dust/splash sealing
- ✓5-axis IBIS up to 5.5 stops + 121-point cross-type AF
- ✓Hi-Res, Live ND, Focus Stacking, HDR via CP button
- ✓4K / C4K video, vertical video, 3.5mm mic jack
Cons
- –Micro Four Thirds sensor vs APS-C/FF rivals
- –4K capped at 30p (C4K 24p only)
- –IPX1 is lighter sealing than OM-5 II / OM-3
- –Single SD slot, no headphone jack
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X6 and PEN at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 X6
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X6 or PEN?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.0/10 for PEN — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and PEN?
X6 is 120 MP and PEN is 20.4 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and PEN have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while PEN has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the PEN?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. PEN reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and PEN?
X6 weighs 196 g and PEN weighs 393 g, so the X6 is 197 g lighter.
Do the X6 and PEN record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. PEN: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X6 and PEN weather sealed?
X6: Yes. PEN: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 410 shots for the PEN, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and PEN at $1,000. The X6 is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and OM System press materials.