Insta360 Buying Guide 2023 - Lituptech Digital

Insta360 released three brand new cameras in 2022 alone. They now have a collection of extremely versatile cameras under their build. The question we’ve been getting the most is, “Which One Do I Get?!” Well, you found the ultimate insta360 buying guide.

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In this article we’re going to take a look at the comparisons between the Insta360 One X2, the X3, the One RS, and the 1-inch 360 edition. We’re hoping to help you narrow down the selection according to your needs.

The Ultimate Insta360 Buying Guide.

We’ll be taking a look at each camera, and comparing it to it’s ‘friends’ 🙂

Lenses

Insta360 ONEX2 (Release Date: October 2020)

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This is a compact 360-degree action camera. It shoots 5.7K 360-degree video. The Insta360 ONEX2 is pocket sized and convenient with a built-in ¼-inch mount and has a 1440p single lens capture mode.

Insta360 X3 (Release Date: September 2022)

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This is another compact 360-degree action camera. Shoots 5.7K 360-degree video. It’s also pocket-sized and convenient with a built-in ¼-inch mount. The only difference, it has a 4K@30fps Single Lens capture mode.

Insta360 ONE RS (Release Date: March 2022)

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This is a modular Action camera. You can add-to, or upgrade the components at your own speed. E.g. the lens, core, or battery. This edition includes a 5.7K 360-degree and 4K Boost Lens. This means you can change between 360 and Wide-Angle imaging with the switch of a lens.

The new RS Core has the best Stabilization (4K Boost Lens), Improved Audio, Faster Wi-Fi, and an Instant Zoom Feature.

Insta360 1” 360 Edition (Release Date: June 2022)

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Similar to the ONE RS’ modular system, it has an interchangeable 360-degree lens. Similarly, you can add or upgrade individual components such as the Lens, core or battery. It shoots at 6K 360-degree video, with incredible low-light performance. This can be attributed to its massive dual 1” sensor. Even more, it uses the same core as the ONE RS, which includes the best ever stabilization (on an Insta360 camera), Improved Audio, and Fast Wi-Fi.

Photos

The One X2 takes 12MP photos. The X3 takes 72MP photos. The One RS takes 48MP photos using the 4K boost lens, and 18MP photos with the 360-degree lens. The 1-inch 360 edition takes 21MP photos.

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All these cameras also shoot in HDR, which is great for capturing more detailed photos.

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Battery Life

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The Insta360 One X2 has a battery capacity of 1630mAh. It can go for 80 minutes, shooting at 5.7K@30fps.

The Insta360 X3 has a battery capacity of 1800mAh. It has a shoot time of 81 minutes, recording at 5.7K@30fps.

The Insta360 One RS has a battery capacity of 1445mAh. It has a maximum recording time of 82 minutes, shooting with the 360-degree lens, and 75 minutes with the 4K lens at 60fps.

Lastly, the Insta360 1-Inch 360 Edition has a battery capacity of 1350mAh. It can record for up to 62 minutes with the 360-degree lens shooting 4K@60fps.

Water Resistance.

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The One X2 and the X3 are both waterproof up to 10 meters of 33 feet. The One RS is waterproof up to 5 meters or 16 feet. The 1-inch 360 edition is not waterproof, but it is IPX3 water resistant. This means that it is protected against rain or snow, but cannot be submerged in water.

Size

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The One X2 is pretty small and fits in the pockets or hands quite easily. Its dimensions are 46.2mm x 113mm x 29.8 mm and weighs just 149g (camera and battery).

The X3 is slightly wider. Its dimensions are 46mm x 114mm x 33.1mm and weighs in at 180g (Camera and Battery).

The One RS measures 70.1mm x 49.7mm x 32.6mm and weighs in at just 125.3g (Using the 4K lens). While with the 360-degress lens, it measures 70.1mm x 49.1mm x 43mm weighing 135.5g.

The 1-inch 360 Edition is the heaviest. It measures 53.2mm x 49.5mm x 129.3mm and weighs in at 239g.