Insta360 Ace vs Sixmou i3
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Overview of the Insta360 Ace
Insta360 AceInsta360's budget action camera: 6K video and a flipscreen
The Ace is Insta360's entry level action camera but shares a lot of features with it's premium brother, the Insta360 Ace Pro. The main difference being the sensor technology, which although not as advanced, still offers very good performance, with video up to 6K.
- Pros
- Great image stabilization
- Flip screen
- Weather proof
- Cons
- Heavy
- Average audio
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Overview of the Sixmou i3
Sixmou i3A thumb sized, budget action camera
The i3 is a thumb sized action camera that features 4K video recording. It's an all-in-one package with many accessories for people looking for a cheap wearable camera. It's lightweight and very simple to use and makes it an affordable alternative to the more expensive but also more capable Insta360 Go 3S.
- Pros
- Light & small
- Lots of accessories
- SD card included
- Cons
- Average performance
- Average quality build
- No screen
Comparison of the Ace vs the i3
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Video performance
Only the Ace offers HDR video. Only the Ace features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Insta360 Ace
Sixmou i3
5.3K video at 30fps
Max resolution
4K video at 30fps
4K 30fps
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
No slow motion video
Flowstate
Stabilization
Yes
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 offers a much larger battery capacity. The Ace has a removable battery whereas the i3's battery is not removable
Insta360 Ace
Sixmou i3
1700mAh
Battery capacity
800mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
100min at 4K30fps HDR
Battery life
90min for 4k and 150min for 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
Neither camera features built-in storage. Both the Ace and the i3 support SD cards. The Ace supports a lot more storage than the i3.
Insta360 Ace
Sixmou i3
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
1TB
Maximun storage supported
64GB
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 i3 is a lot more compact than the Ace. The i3 is a lot lighter than the Ace.
Insta360 Ace
Sixmou i3
2.83in x 2.05in x 1.52in / 71.9mm x 52.15mm x 38.5mm
Dimensions
1.1in x 2.48in x 0.71in / 28mm x 63mm x 18mm
6.24oz / 176.8g
Weight
1.27oz / 36g
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 is a lot more waterproof when using a diving case.
Insta360 Ace
Sixmou i3
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
Feature missing
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
131ft / 40m
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
Feature missing
104°F / 40°C
Max operating temperature
Feature missing
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
Insta360 Ace
Sixmou i3
48MP
Pixels
Feature missing
157°
Field of view
Feature missing
170Mbps
Video bite rate
Feature missing
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
Insta360 Ace
Sixmou i3
100-6400
ISO range
Feature missing
+/-4
Exposure Compensation
Feature missing
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 versus Sixmou i3 specifications
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| Name | Insta360 Ace | Sixmou i3 |
| Year of release | 2023 | 2024 |
| Width | 2.83in / 71.9mm | 1.1in / 28mm |
| Height | 2.05in / 52.15mm | 2.48in / 63mm |
| Depth | 1.52in / 38.5mm | 0.71in / 18mm |
| Weight | 6.24oz / 176.8g | 1.27oz / 36g |
| Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | - |
| Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | 131ft / 40m |
| Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | - |
| Max operating temperature | 104°F / 40°C | - |
| Battery capacity | 1700mAh | 800mAh |
| Removable battery | Yes | No |
| Battery life | 100min at 4K30fps HDR | 90min for 4k 150min for 1080p |
| Charging time | 70min (5V/3A) | - |
| Storage format | microSD | microSD |
| Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | UHS-3 |
| Maximun storage supported | 1TB | 64GB |
| Rear screen size | 2.4in | - |
| Front screen size | Yes | - |
| Field of view | 157° | - |
| Sensor | 1/2" | - |
| Pixels | 48MP | - |
| Aperture | F2.4 | - |
| Focal length | 16mm | - |
| ISO range | 100-6400 | - |
| Video zoom | 4x | - |
| Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
| Video bite rate | 170Mbps | - |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-4 | - |
| 360-degree video | No | No |
| 5.3K video | 30fps | - |
| 4K video | 120fps | 30fps |
| 2.7K video | 120fps | - |
| 1440p video | 60fps | - |
| 1080p video | 240fps | 30fps |
| Slow motion at 4K | 4x | - |
| Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | - |
| HDR video | 4K 30fps | - |
| Stabilization | Flowstate | Yes |
| Horizon lock | Yes | - |
| Video format | H.265 (HEVC) | H.264 (MP4) |
| Timelapse mode | Yes | - |
| Starlapse mode | Yes | - |
| Timeshift mode | Yes | - |
| Loop recording mode | Yes | - |
| Photo burst mode | Yes | - |
| RAW format supported | Yes | - |
| Microphones | 3 | - |
| Stereo audio | Yes | - |
| Noise reduction | Yes | - |
| Audio format | aac | - |
| Audio bluetooth support | Bluetooth headsets | - |
| Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Yes |
| Bluetooth | BLE 5.2 | - |
| USB | USB-C | Type-C USB |
| GPS integrated | No | - |
| GPS pairing | iOS Application Android Application | - |
| Voice commands | Yes | - |
| Gesture commands | Yes | - |