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
Sigma
FP2
Pocket-sized L-Mount full-frame body with a 24.5MP partially stacked sensor, 20fps stills, 6K OpenGate / ProRes RAW video, 70GB internal storage, and a Still/Cine mode switch.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Nov 2026
FP2 is 3 months newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
FP2
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX6 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 0 fps)
- AX6 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BFP2 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 24.5 MP)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 460 g)
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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FP2
112 × 71 × 41 mm
460 g (1.01 lb / 16.23 oz)
X6 is 62mm narrower and 1mm thinner than FP2 but it is also 29mm taller.
X6 is 264 g lighter than FP2.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 41mm FP2
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
FP2
112 × 71 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
FP2
112 × 41 mm
Sensor size, to scale
FP2
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 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
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
120 MP vs 24.5 MP — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 460 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
FP2
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, Birds, People
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 71, 41
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, H.264
Eye AF
Only FP2 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only FP2 supports it
Internal RAW video
Only FP2 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓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
FP2
Pros
- ✓World's smallest full-frame body (376g body only)
- ✓24.5MP partially stacked sensor, 20fps electronic burst
- ✓6K OpenGate + ProRes RAW HQ, L-Log, 32-bit float audio
- ✓70GB internal storage + SD UHS-II + USB SSD
- ✓Tilting 3.15" LCD, dust/splash resistant, modular EVF-21
Cons
- –No in-body image stabilization (EIS in video only)
- –No built-in EVF — optional EVF-21 sold separately
- –Electronic shutter only
- –No headphone jack (USB audio only)
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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 FP2?
X6 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for FP2 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and FP2?
X6 is 120 MP and FP2 is 24.5 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and FP2?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while FP2 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the FP2?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. FP2 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and FP2?
X6 weighs 196 g and FP2 weighs 460 g, so the X6 is 264 g lighter.
Do the X6 and FP2 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. FP2: 4K up to 59.94p.
Are the X6 and FP2 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. FP2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 370 shots for the FP2, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and FP2 at $2,199. The X6 is $1,499 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed October 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Sigma press materials.