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
RED
KOMODO 6K
Compact Super 35 global-shutter cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, Canon RF mount, 16+ stops DR, and a built-in 2.9-inch touchscreen.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
X6 is 5.8 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
KOMODO 6K
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX6 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 1000 g)
- BKOMODO 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AX6 has higher ISO max (native) (6,400 vs 3,200)
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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KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 × 102 mm
1000 g (2.20 lb / 35.27 oz)
X6 is 52mm narrower, 2mm shorter, and 62mm thinner than KOMODO 6K.
X6 is 804 g lighter than KOMODO 6K.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 102mm KOMODO 6K
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X6
50 × 40 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO 6K
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 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
X6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Pet, Object
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
ISO min (native)
100 vs 800 — lower is better
Resolution
120 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 1000 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
KOMODO 6K
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 102, 102, 102
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only KOMODO 6K supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only KOMODO 6K supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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
KOMODO 6K
Pros
- ✓Global shutter Super 35 6K sensor
- ✓16+ stops dynamic range
- ✓REDCODE RAW up to 120fps in 2K
- ✓Compact 952g aluminum body
- ✓12G-SDI + integrated touchscreen
Cons
- –Single CFast 2.0 slot
- –RF mount needs adapters for PL/EF
- –Small integrated monitor
- –No in-body ND filters
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X6 or KOMODO 6K?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for KOMODO 6K — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and KOMODO 6K?
X6 is 120 MP and KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and KOMODO 6K?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the KOMODO 6K?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. KOMODO 6K reaches 120 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and KOMODO 6K?
X6 weighs 196 g and KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g, so the X6 is 804 g lighter.
Do the X6 and KOMODO 6K record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and KOMODO 6K weather sealed?
X6: Yes. KOMODO 6K: No.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and KOMODO 6K at $5,995. The X6 is $5,295 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 RED press materials.