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
Sphra360
8K 360-degree camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, 100MP panoramic photos, 5K single-lens mode, 10-bit X-Log, 105GB built-in storage, and Bullet Time up to 240fps.
$329
Launch priceReleased Nov 2025
X6 is 9 months newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
Sphra360
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BSphra360 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- BSphra360 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- AX6 has higher Waterproof depth (20 m vs 10 m)
- AX6 has higher Max video bit rate (240 Mbps vs 170 Mbps)
- AX6 has higher Battery runtime (140 min vs 100 min)
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
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Sphra360
36 × 81 × 61 mm
181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz)
X6 is 21mm thinner than Sphra360 but it is also 14mm wider and 19mm taller.
X6 is 15 g heavier than Sphra360.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 61mm Sphra360
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Sphra360
36 × 81 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
Sphra360
36 × 61 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
Waterproof depth
20 m vs 10 m — higher is better
Max video bit rate
240 Mbps vs 170 Mbps — higher is better
Battery runtime
140 min vs 100 min — higher is better
Battery capacity
2600 mAh vs 1900 mAh — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Sphra360
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, 360 Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 36.3, 81, 61.3
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Weight
181 g vs 196 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
Sphra360
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video, 100MP 360 photos
- ✓1/1.1-inch sensor with f/1.9
- ✓5K 60fps single-lens mode
- ✓105GB built-in + 1TB microSD
Cons
- –~100 min battery
- –360° stitching needed
- –10m waterproof only
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 video, X6 or Sphra360?
X6 scores 6.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for Sphra360 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and Sphra360?
X6 is 120 MP and Sphra360 is 100 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X6 and Sphra360?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Sphra360 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and Sphra360?
X6 weighs 196 g and Sphra360 weighs 181 g, so the Sphra360 is 15 g lighter.
Do the X6 and Sphra360 record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. Sphra360: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X6 and Sphra360 weather sealed?
X6: Yes. Sphra360: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
X6 is rated for about 140 minutes of continuous recording and Sphra360 for about 100 minutes, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and Sphra360 at $329. The Sphra360 is $371 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.