Insta360 Ace Pro vs Insta360 X4
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Overview of the Insta360 Ace Pro

Insta360'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
Overview of the Insta360 X4

Insta360's flaghship 360 camera: 8K30fps video and great battery life
The Insta360 X4 is Insta360's latest 360 degree action camera and delivers incredible 8K spherical video. 360 cameras are the best way to capture group activities or footage where it is difficult to keep focus on a subject. The X4 is the overall best 360 camera right now.
- Pros
- 8K 360 video
- Great battery life
- Improved lens guard system
- Cons
- Not great at low light
Comparison of the Ace Pro vs the X4
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Video performance
The Ace Pro and the X4 both offer HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 X4
Feature missing
Max 360° resolution
8K 360 video at 30fps
8K video at 24fps
Max resolution
4K video at 60fps
4K 30fps
HDR video
5.7K30fps 360°
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 X4 offers a much larger battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 X4
1650mAh
Battery capacity
2290mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
100min at 4K30fps HDR
Battery life
135min 5.7K30fps 360° and 75min 8K30fps 360°
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
Neither camera features built-in storage. Both the Ace Pro and the X4 support SD cards. Both support up to 1TB.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 X4
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
1TB
Maximun storage supported
1TB
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 Ace Pro is a lot more compact than the X4. The Ace Pro weighs a little less than the X4.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 X4
2.83in x 2.05in x 1.52in / 71.9mm x 52.15mm x 38.5mm
Dimensions
1.81in x 4.87in x 1.48in / 46mm x 123.6mm x 37.6mm
6.34oz / 179.8g
Weight
7.16oz / 203g
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
Both the Ace Pro and the X4 are waterproof to 33ft / 10m. The Ace Pro is a lot more waterproof when using a diving case. Both cameras have the same minimal usage temperature. Both cameras have the same maximum usage temperature.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 X4
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
164ft / 50m
-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 X4 features a much higher resolution. The field of view of the X4 is a little better than the Ace Pro's. The X4 features a much higher bit rate than the Ace Pro
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 X4
48MP
Pixels
72MP
151°
Field of view
170°
170Mbps
Video bite rate
200Mbps
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
Both the Ace Pro and the X4 have the same ISO range. Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
Insta360 Ace Pro
Insta360 X4
100-6400
ISO range
100-6400
+/-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 X4 specifications
Name | Insta360 Ace Pro | Insta360 X4 |
Year of release | 2023 | 2024 |
Width | 2.83in / 71.9mm | 1.81in / 46mm |
Height | 2.05in / 52.15mm | 4.87in / 123.6mm |
Depth | 1.52in / 38.5mm | 1.48in / 37.6mm |
Weight | 6.34oz / 179.8g | 7.16oz / 203g |
Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 33ft / 10m |
Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | 164ft / 50m |
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 | 2290mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
Battery life | 100min at 4K30fps HDR | 135min 5.7K30fps 360° 75min 8K30fps 360° |
Charging time | 46min (30W) 63min (5V/3A) | 55min |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | V30 or UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 1TB | 1TB |
Rear screen size | 2.4in | - |
Front screen size | Yes | - |
Field of view | 151° | 170° |
Sensor | 1/1.3" | 1/2.0" |
Pixels | 48MP | 72MP |
Aperture | F2.6 | F1.9 |
Focal length | 16mm | 6.7mm |
ISO range | 100-6400 | 100-6400 |
Video zoom | 4x | - |
Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 170Mbps | 200Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-4 | +/-4 |
360-degree video | No | Yes |
8K 360 video | - | 30fps |
5.7K 360 video | - | 60fps |
4K 360 video | - | 100fps |
360 video format | - | INSV |
8K video | 24fps | - |
4K video | 120fps | 60fps |
2.7K video | 120fps | 60fps |
1440p video | 60fps | - |
1080p video | 240fps | 60fps |
Slow motion at 4K | 4x | 4 |
Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | 4x at 1080p |
HDR video | 4K 30fps | 5.7K30fps 360° |
Stabilization | Flowstate | FlowState |
Horizon lock | Yes | Yes |
Video format | H.265 (HEVC) | H.265 (HEVC) H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | - | Yes |
Webcam mode | - | Yes |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | Yes | Yes |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | - | Yes |
Photo burst mode | Yes | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 3 | 4 |
Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | aac | aac |
Audio bluetooth support | Bluetooth headsets | SENA: 50S, ST1, 10S Cardo: PACKTALK EDGE Airide: G7+ ASMAX: F1 Lexinmoto: G4 Vimoto: V9S, V9X Apple AirPods 2 Apple AirPods 3 Apple AirPods Pro 2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Bluetooth | BLE 5.2 | BLE 5.2 |
USB | USB-C | Type-C USB 3.0 |
GPS integrated | No | No |
GPS pairing | iOS Application Android Application | iOS Application Android Application |
Voice commands | Yes | Yes |
Gesture commands | Yes | Yes |