Insta360 Ace Pro vs Insta360 Go 3
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Overview of the Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 Ace ProInsta360's 2023 action camera: 8K video and a flipscreen
The Ace Pro is Insta360's 2023 action camera model and features 8K video in a rugged package that is waterproof and freeze-proof (-4°F / -20°C. It's successor, the Insta360 Ace Pro 2, mostly an incremental improvement, so the Ace Pro is an amazing pick now that the price has dropped.
- Pros
- 8K video
- Flip screen
- Great image stabilization
- Weather proof
- Cons
- Heavy
- Average audio
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Overview of the Insta360 Go 3
Insta360 Go 3Insta360's 2023 wearable action camera
The Insta360 Go 3 is a great wearable action camera. When combined with the ActionPod, it also becomes a more traditional action camera with extended battery life and a flip screen. It has now been replaced by the more capable Insta360 Go 3S, which now offers up to 4K video while retaining the same small size.
- Pros
- Small size
- Extra battery and screen with ActionPod
- Cons
- Not waterproof with ActionPod
- SD cards not supported
Comparison of the Ace Pro vs the Go 3
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Video performance
Only the Ace Pro offers HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 Go 3
8K video at 24fps
Max resolution
2.7K video at 30fps
4K 30fps
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
4x at 1080p
Flowstate
Stabilization
Flowstate
Why it matters:
A high resolution will give you crisp footage but also allow you to reframe your video without losing too much quality. A higher framerate (fps) will result in smoother video and is important when filming action scenes or fast moving subjects. Image stabilization is a crucial feature for an action camera, as it removes camera shake, vibrations, rotation and other movements that deteriorate your final footage.
Battery life
The Ace Pro offers a much larger battery capacity. The Ace Pro has a removable battery whereas the Go 3's battery is not removable
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 Go 3
1650mAh
Battery capacity
310mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
100min at 4K30fps HDR
Battery life
45min at 1080p
Feature missing
Battery extension capacity
1270mAh
Feature missing
Battery extension run time
170min at 1080p
Why battery life matters:
Nothing worse than running out of battery just before capturing the best footage of the day! A long battery life is reassuring and convenient when shooting footage outdoors where options to charge are limited. Even the use of a power bank can be tedious or simply impossible like when filming watersports. Having removable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.
Storage
Only the Go 3 features built-in storage. Only the Ace Pro supports SD cards, the Go 3 is therefore limited to it's built-in storage. The Ace Pro supports a lot more storage than the Go 3.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 Go 3
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
32GB, 64GB or 128GB
microSD
Storage format
Storage not extendable
1TB
Maximun storage supported
128GB
Why storage matters:
High quality footage can quickly take up lots of space and insufficient storage can soon be frustrating. Having a large amount of storage and the possiblity to extend it or swap SD cards while on a outing will ensure you will always be able to capture the footage you want. However, smaller, wearable action cameras often rely on built-in storage because of their small size.
Weight and size
The Go 3 is a lot more compact than the Ace Pro. The Go 3 is a lot lighter than the Ace Pro.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 Go 3
2.83in x 2.05in x 1.52in / 71.9mm x 52.15mm x 38.5mm
Dimensions
1.01in x 2.14in x 0.91in / 25.6mm x 54.4mm x 23.2mm
6.34oz / 179.8g
Weight
1.25oz / 35.5g
Why size and weight matter:
Weight is important for action cameras because we often mount them on helmets, or hold them at the end of a selfie stick while moving. Therefore a heavier camera can be difficult or uncomfortable to film with. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Waterproofing and usage conditions
The Ace Pro is a lot more waterproof. Both the Ace Pro and the Go 3 are waterproof to 197ft / 60m with a diving case. Both cameras have the same minimal usage temperature. Both cameras have the same maximum usage temperature.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 Go 3
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
16ft / 5m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
-4°F / -20°C
104°F / 40°C
Max operating temperature
104°F / 40°C
Why it matters:
Most action cameras are waterproof for accidental splashing or use above water, but if you plan on Snorkeling or Scuba Diving, we recommend choosing a camera which offers a diving case and always using it for underwater footage. If you plan on filming Snowboarding, Skiing or other wintersports in extremely cold conditions, you should pick a camera that is rated for those temperatures, most cameras are only rated down to 14°F / -10°C. Many action cameras are prone to overheating, even in ordinary conditions, so if you plan on filming in hot environments, you should choose a camera that can function at high temperatures.
Camera and sensor technology
The Ace Pro features a much higher resolution. The field of view of the Ace Pro is a little better than the Go 3's. The Ace Pro features a much higher bit rate than the Go 3
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 Go 3
48MP
Pixels
12MP
151°
Field of view
134°
170Mbps
Video bite rate
80Mbps
Why it matters:
A higher amount of pixels will offer better quality footage and higher resolution photos. A higher field of view means that the camera captures over a wider angle and therefore more action can be seen in the final footage. Some cameras require accessories to enable the maximum FOV. A higher bitrate at a similar resolution will offer higher quality video.
Camera settings
The Ace Pro's 100-6400 ISO range is far superior to Go 3's. Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 Go 3
100-6400
ISO range
100-3200
+/-4
Exposure Compensation
+/-4
Why these settings matter:
The ISO range and exposure compensation settings will mostly allow you to tweak your action camera for low light situations.
Insta360 Ace Pro versus Insta360 Go 3 specifications
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| Name | Insta360 Ace Pro | Insta360 Go 3 |
| Year of release | 2023 | 2023 |
| Width | 2.83in / 71.9mm | 1.01in / 25.6mm |
| Height | 2.05in / 52.15mm | 2.14in / 54.4mm |
| Depth | 1.52in / 38.5mm | 0.91in / 23.2mm |
| Weight | 6.34oz / 179.8g | 1.25oz / 35.5g |
| Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 16ft / 5m |
| Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | 197ft / 60m |
| Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | -4°F / -20°C |
| Max operating temperature | 104°F / 40°C | 104°F / 40°C |
| Battery capacity | 1650mAh | 310mAh |
| Removable battery | Yes | No |
| Battery life | 100min at 4K30fps HDR | 45min at 1080p |
| Charging time | 46min (30W) 63min (5V/3A) | - |
| Battery extension capacity | - | 1270mAh |
| Battery extension run time | - | 170min at 1080p |
| Battery extension charging time | - | 65min |
| Battery extension weight | - | 3.4oz / 96.3g |
| Built-in storage | - | 32GB 64GB 128GB |
| Storage format | microSD | - |
| Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | - |
| Maximun storage supported | 1TB | 128GB |
| Rear screen size | 2.4in | With Action Pod |
| Front screen size | Yes | With Action Pod |
| Field of view | 151° | 134° |
| Sensor | 1/1.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Pixels | 48MP | 12MP |
| Aperture | F2.6 | F2.2 |
| Focal length | 16mm | 11mm |
| ISO range | 100-6400 | 100-3200 |
| Video zoom | 4x | - |
| Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
| Video bite rate | 170Mbps | 80Mbps |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-4 | +/-4 |
| 360-degree video | No | No |
| 8K video | 24fps | - |
| 4K video | 120fps | - |
| 2.7K video | 120fps | 30fps |
| 1440p video | 60fps | 50fps |
| 1080p video | 240fps | 50fps |
| Slow motion at 4K | 4x | - |
| Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | 4x at 1080p |
| HDR video | 4K 30fps | - |
| Stabilization | Flowstate | Flowstate |
| Horizon lock | Yes | - |
| Video format | H.265 (HEVC) | H.264 (MP4) |
| Live streaming | - | No |
| Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Timeshift mode | Yes | Yes |
| Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
| Photo burst mode | Yes | No |
| RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones | 3 | 2 |
| Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Audio format | aac | aac |
| Audio bluetooth support | Bluetooth headsets | - |
| Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | BLE 5.2 | BLE 5.0 |
| USB | USB-C | Type-C USB2.0 |
| GPS integrated | No | No |
| GPS pairing | iOS Application Android Application | Garmin device Apple Watch |
| Voice commands | Yes | Yes |
| Gesture commands | Yes | No |