Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra vs Insta360 Ace Pro 2
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Overview of the Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra

Kandao's latest 360 camera: 8K video and integrated GPS
The Qoocam 3 Ultra is Kandao's latest 360 action camera and the successor to the Kandao Qoocam 3. It features 8K30fps 360 video, 128GB of builtin storage, 10-bit video and great performance overall.
- Pros
- Integrated GPS
- 96MP photos
- 128GB builtin storage
- Cons
- Heavy
- Expensive
Overview of the Insta360 Ace Pro 2

Insta360's latest flagship action camera: 8K video and a flipscreen
Insta360 is currently the only manufacturer offering 8k cameras and the Ace Pro 2 is their most recent and capable action camera. The Ace Pro 2 is overall a great action camera which also has the particularity of featuring a flip screen, which some might find handy for filming themselves, just like it's predecessor, the Insta360 Ace Pro.
- Pros
- Great image stabilization
- 8x Slomo video
- Good low light performance
- Weather proof
- Cons
- Limitation in 8K mode
- Overheating in 8K mode
Comparison of the Qoocam 3 Ultra vs the Ace Pro 2
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Video performance
The Qoocam 3 Ultra and the Ace Pro 2 both offer HDR video. Only the Ace Pro 2 features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
8K 360 video at 30fps
Max 360° resolution
Feature missing
4K video at 60fps
Max resolution
8K video at 30fps
8K30fps 360°
HDR video
4K 60fps
No slow motion video
Maximum slow motion
8x at 1080p
SuperSteady 2.0
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra offers a much larger battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
2280mAh
Battery capacity
1800mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
100min 4K30fps 360° and 50min 8K30fps 360°
Battery life
100min at 4K30fps HDR and 180min at 1080p24fps
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra features built-in storage. Both the Qoocam 3 Ultra and the Ace Pro 2 support SD cards. Both support up to 1TB.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
128GB
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 2 is a lot more compact than the Qoocam 3 Ultra. The Ace Pro 2 is a lot lighter than the Qoocam 3 Ultra.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
2.81in x 4.06in x 1.05in / 71.5mm x 103.2mm x 26.6mm
Dimensions
2.83in x 2.06in x 1.5in / 71.9mm x 52.2mm x 38mm
11.85oz / 336g
Weight
6.25oz / 177.2g
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 2 offers a slightly better waterproof rating. Both cameras have the same minimal usage temperature. The Ace Pro 2 beats the Qoocam 3 Ultra in high heat conditions.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
39ft / 12m
Feature missing
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
-4°F / -20°C
104°F / 40°C
Max operating temperature
113°F / 45°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 Qoocam 3 Ultra features a much higher resolution. The Qoocam 3 Ultra and the Ace Pro 2 both have a similar field of view. The Ace Pro 2 features a much higher bit rate than the Qoocam 3 Ultra
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
96MP
Pixels
50MP
155°
Field of view
157°
150Mbps
Video bite rate
180Mbps
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra and the Ace Pro 2 have the same ISO range. The Ace Pro 2's +/-4 exposure compensation is far superior.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
100-6400
ISO range
100-6400
+/-2
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.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra versus Insta360 Ace Pro 2 specifications
Name | Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra | Insta360 Ace Pro 2 |
Year of release | 2024 | 2024 |
Width | 2.81in / 71.5mm | 2.83in / 71.9mm |
Height | 4.06in / 103.2mm | 2.06in / 52.2mm |
Depth | 1.05in / 26.6mm | 1.5in / 38mm |
Weight | 11.85oz / 336g | 6.25oz / 177.2g |
Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 39ft / 12m |
Waterproof with diving case | - | 197ft / 60m |
Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | -4°F / -20°C |
Max operating temperature | 104°F / 40°C | 113°F / 45°C |
Battery capacity | 2280mAh | 1800mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
Battery life | 100min 4K30fps 360° 50min 8K30fps 360° | 100min at 4K30fps HDR 180min at 1080p24fps |
Charging time | - | 47min (30W) 75min (5V/3A) |
Built-in storage | 128GB | - |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | Class 10 or UHS-I Rating | V30 or UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 1TB | 1TB |
Rear screen size | 2.19in | 2.4in |
Front screen size | - | Yes |
Field of view | 155° | 157° |
Sensor | 1/1.7" | 1/1.3" |
Pixels | 96MP | 50MP |
Aperture | F1.6 | F2.6 |
Focal length | 9.36mm | 13mm |
ISO range | 100-6400 | 100-6400 |
Video zoom | - | 4x |
Color Depth | 10bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 150Mbps | 180Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-4 |
360-degree video | Yes | No |
8K 360 video | 30fps | - |
5.7K 360 video | 60fps | - |
4K 360 video | 120fps | - |
8K video | - | 30fps |
4K video | 60fps | 120fps |
2.7K video | 100fps | 120fps |
1440p video | - | 60fps |
1080p video | - | 240fps |
Slow motion at 4K | - | 4x |
Maximum slow motion | - | 8x at 1080p |
HDR video | 8K30fps 360° | 4K 60fps |
Stabilization | SuperSteady 2.0 | Flowstate |
Horizon lock | Yes | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.265 (HEVC) |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | - | Yes |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | Yes | - |
Photo burst mode | - | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 4 | 3 |
Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | wav | aac |
Audio input | Bluetooth microphone support | - |
Audio bluetooth support | - | Bluetooth headsets |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Bluetooth | BLE 5.2 | BLE 5.2 |
USB | Type-C USB | USB-C |
GPS integrated | Yes | No |
GPS pairing | - | iOS Application Android Application |
Voice commands | - | Yes |
Gesture commands | - | Yes |