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
Muse
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch CMOS sensor, 4K/120fps slow-motion, 3-axis mechanical gimbal, 10-bit X-Log, and 2-inch OLED touchscreen.
$499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
X6 is 11 months newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Muse
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- BMuse has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- AX6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BMuse has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- AX6 has higher Battery capacity (2600 mAh vs 1300 mAh)
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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Muse
34 × 140 × 42 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
X6 is 40mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Muse but it is also 16mm wider.
X6 is 16 g heavier than Muse.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 42mm Muse
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Muse
34 × 140 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
Muse
34 × 42 mm
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
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Resolution
120 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X6 supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only X6 supports it
Battery capacity
2600 mAh vs 1300 mAh — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Muse
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 34, 140, 42.2
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264
Battery runtime
160 min vs 140 min — higher is better
Weight
180 g vs 196 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
- ✓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
Muse
Pros
- ✓1-inch CMOS at $379
- ✓3-axis mechanical gimbal
- ✓4K/120fps slow-motion
- ✓10-bit X-Log color
Cons
- –No waterproofing
- –Fixed lens
- –No built-in storage
Decided which one is right for you?
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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 wildlife, X6 or Muse?
X6 scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Muse — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Muse?
X6 is 120 MP and Muse is 9.4 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Muse?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Muse uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Muse?
X6 weighs 196 g and Muse weighs 180 g, so the Muse is 16 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Muse record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Muse: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and Muse weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Muse: No.
Which has better battery runtime?
X6 is rated for about 140 minutes of continuous recording and Muse for about 160 minutes, giving the Muse the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Muse at $499. The Muse is $201 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.