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
Xtra
Edge
Lightweight 149g action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps, 52ft waterproofing, dual touchscreens, and 180-min battery.
$199
Launch priceReleased Mar 2026
X6 is 5 months newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Edge
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 10 MP)
- BEdge has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- BEdge has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- AX6 has higher Battery capacity (2600 mAh vs 1900 mAh)
- AX6 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 6 stops)
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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Edge
71 × 44 × 33 mm
149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)
X6 is 21mm narrower than Edge but it is also 56mm taller and 7mm thicker.
X6 is 47 g heavier than Edge.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 33mm Edge
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Edge
71 × 44 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
Edge
71 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Edge
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 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
Resolution
120 MP vs 10 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X6 supports it
Battery capacity
2600 mAh vs 1900 mAh — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Edge
Codecs
Adds H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC)
Stabilization modes
Adds TiltGuard, MotionMaster
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Weight
149 g vs 196 g — lower is better
Battery runtime
180 min vs 140 min — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓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
Edge
Pros
- ✓1/1.3-inch sensor at $199
- ✓52ft waterproof (no case)
- ✓149g ultra-lightweight
- ✓3-hour battery
Cons
- –No built-in storage
- –Fixed lens
- –No pre-recording
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 Edge?
X6 scores 5.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for Edge — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Edge?
X6 is 120 MP and Edge is 10 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Edge?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Edge uses Electronic stabilization (TiltGuard + MotionMaster) (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Edge?
X6 weighs 196 g and Edge weighs 149 g, so the Edge is 47 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Edge record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Edge: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X6 and Edge weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Edge: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
X6 is rated for about 140 minutes of continuous recording and Edge for about 180 minutes, giving the Edge the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Edge at $199. The Edge is $501 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 Xtra press materials.