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
RX1R II
Full-frame 42MP compact with fixed 35mm f/2 Zeiss lens — still unmatched for discreet high-res street work.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2015
X6 is 10.8 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
RX1R II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BRX1R II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BRX1R II has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 42.4 MP)
- AX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 507 g)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
RX1R II
113 × 65 × 72 mm
507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
X6 is 63mm narrower and 32mm thinner than RX1R II but it is also 35mm taller.
X6 is 311 g lighter than RX1R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 72mm RX1R II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
RX1R II
113 × 65 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
RX1R II
113 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
RX1R II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 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
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Resolution
120 MP vs 42.4 MP — higher is better
Weight
196 g vs 507 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only X6 supports it
Reasons to choose
RX1R II
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.3, 65.4, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
Eye AF
Only RX1R II supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only RX1R II supports it
Codecs
Adds H.264
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
RX1R II
Pros
- ✓42MP full-frame in pocket class
- ✓Zeiss 35mm f/2 lens
- ✓Pop-up EVF
- ✓No AA filter
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Slow AF by modern standards
- –Premium price when new
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 portraits, X6 or RX1R II?
RX1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for X6 — 42.4MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and RX1R II?
X6 is 120 MP and RX1R II is 42.4 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and RX1R II have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while RX1R II has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the RX1R II?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. RX1R II reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and RX1R II?
X6 weighs 196 g and RX1R II weighs 507 g, so the X6 is 311 g lighter.
Do the X6 and RX1R II record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. RX1R II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and RX1R II weather sealed?
X6: Yes. RX1R II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 640 shots for the RX1R II, giving the RX1R II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and RX1R II at $3,299. The X6 is $2,599 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.