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
Sony
RX10 IV
1-inch bridge with 24–600mm f/2.4–4 zoom, 24fps AF tracking, and pro video features.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Sep 2017
X6 is 8.9 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
RX10 IV
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BRX10 IV has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BRX10 IV has higher 1080p max frame rate (1000 fps vs 120 fps)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 1095 g)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 29.97 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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RX10 IV
133 × 94 × 145 mm
1095 g (2.41 lb / 38.63 oz)
X6 is 83mm narrower and 105mm thinner than RX10 IV but it is also 6mm taller.
X6 is 899 g lighter than RX10 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 145mm RX10 IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
RX10 IV
133 × 94 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
RX10 IV
133 × 145 mm
Sensor size, to scale
RX10 IV
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 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
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
Resolution
120 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 1095 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Reasons to choose
RX10 IV
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD, MP4, XAVC S
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 94, 145
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC…
1080p max frame rate
1000 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
AA filter
Only RX10 IV supports it
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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
RX10 IV
Pros
- ✓24–600mm reach
- ✓24fps with AF
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Strong all-in-one travel camera
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Large bridge body
- –Expensive for sensor size
Decided which one is right for you?
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Insta360 X6
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X6 or RX10 IV?
RX10 IV scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for X6 — 24fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and RX10 IV?
X6 is 120 MP and RX10 IV is 20.1 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and RX10 IV have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while RX10 IV has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the RX10 IV?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. RX10 IV reaches 24 fps mechanical.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and RX10 IV?
X6 weighs 196 g and RX10 IV weighs 1095 g, so the X6 is 899 g lighter.
Do the X6 and RX10 IV record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. RX10 IV: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the X6 and RX10 IV weather sealed?
X6: Yes. RX10 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 370 shots for the RX10 IV, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and RX10 IV at $1,699. The X6 is $999 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 Sony press materials.