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
ZV-1
The original Sony vlogging compact with a 1-inch stacked sensor, 24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS lens, Real-time Eye AF, and side-flip screen.
$749
Launch priceReleased May 2020
X6 is 6.3 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
ZV-1
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BZV-1 has higher AF points / zones (315 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AX6 has higher Max video bit rate (240 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
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
ZV-1
106 × 60 × 44 mm
294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz)
X6 is 56mm narrower and 4mm thinner than ZV-1 but it is also 40mm taller.
X6 is 98 g lighter than ZV-1.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 44mm ZV-1
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
ZV-1
106 × 60 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
ZV-1
106 × 44 mm
Sensor size, to scale
ZV-1
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
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
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 20.1 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Reasons to choose
ZV-1
AF points / zones
315 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.5, 60, 43.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
AA filter
Only ZV-1 supports it
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only ZV-1 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only ZV-1 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
ZV-1
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked Exmor RS sensor with DRAM
- ✓24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS zoom
- ✓Real-time Eye AF and Product Showcase
- ✓Side vari-angle LCD for vlogging
- ✓4K oversampled video and HFR slow-mo
Cons
- –Fixed 24–70mm zoom (no telephoto reach)
- –No built-in ND filter (unlike ZV-1 II)
- –No EVF
- –Short battery life for long shoots
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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 landscape, X6 or ZV-1?
X6 scores 5.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for ZV-1 — 120MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and ZV-1?
X6 is 120 MP and ZV-1 is 20.1 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and ZV-1?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while ZV-1 uses Optical SteadyShot + Active electronic (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the ZV-1?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. ZV-1 reaches 24 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and ZV-1?
X6 weighs 196 g and ZV-1 weighs 294 g, so the X6 is 98 g lighter.
Do the X6 and ZV-1 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. ZV-1: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X6 and ZV-1 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. ZV-1: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 260 shots for the ZV-1, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and ZV-1 at $749. The X6 is $49 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.