Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra vs Insta360 X4
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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 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 Qoocam 3 Ultra vs the X4
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Video performance
The Qoocam 3 Ultra and the X4 both offer HDR video. Only the X4 features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 X4
8K 360 video at 30fps
Max 360° resolution
8K 360 video at 30fps
4K video at 60fps
Max resolution
4K video at 60fps
8K30fps 360°
HDR video
5.7K30fps 360°
No slow motion video
Maximum slow motion
4x 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 and X4 have similar battery capacities. Both cameras have removable batteries.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 X4
2280mAh
Battery capacity
2290mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
100min 4K30fps 360° and 50min 8K30fps 360°
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
Only the Qoocam 3 Ultra features built-in storage. Both the Qoocam 3 Ultra and the X4 support SD cards. Both support up to 1TB.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 X4
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra is a slightly smaller camera. The X4 is a lot lighter than the Qoocam 3 Ultra.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 X4
2.81in x 4.06in x 1.05in / 71.5mm x 103.2mm x 26.6mm
Dimensions
1.81in x 4.87in x 1.48in / 46mm x 123.6mm x 37.6mm
11.85oz / 336g
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra and the X4 are waterproof to 33ft / 10m. Both cameras have the same minimal usage temperature. Both cameras have the same maximum usage temperature.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 X4
33ft / 10m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
Feature missing
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra features a much higher resolution. The field of view of the X4 is a little better than the Qoocam 3 Ultra's. The X4 features a much higher bit rate than the Qoocam 3 Ultra
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 X4
96MP
Pixels
72MP
155°
Field of view
170°
150Mbps
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 Qoocam 3 Ultra and the X4 have the same ISO range. The X4's +/-4 exposure compensation is far superior.
Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra
Insta360 X4
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 X4 specifications
Name | Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra | Insta360 X4 |
Year of release | 2024 | 2024 |
Width | 2.81in / 71.5mm | 1.81in / 46mm |
Height | 4.06in / 103.2mm | 4.87in / 123.6mm |
Depth | 1.05in / 26.6mm | 1.48in / 37.6mm |
Weight | 11.85oz / 336g | 7.16oz / 203g |
Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 33ft / 10m |
Waterproof with diving case | - | 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 | 2280mAh | 2290mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
Battery life | 100min 4K30fps 360° 50min 8K30fps 360° | 135min 5.7K30fps 360° 75min 8K30fps 360° |
Charging time | - | 55min |
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 | - |
Field of view | 155° | 170° |
Sensor | 1/1.7" | 1/2.0" |
Pixels | 96MP | 72MP |
Aperture | F1.6 | F1.9 |
Focal length | 9.36mm | 6.7mm |
ISO range | 100-6400 | 100-6400 |
Color Depth | 10bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 150Mbps | 200Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-4 |
360-degree video | Yes | Yes |
8K 360 video | 30fps | 30fps |
5.7K 360 video | 60fps | 60fps |
4K 360 video | 120fps | 100fps |
360 video format | - | INSV |
4K video | 60fps | 60fps |
2.7K video | 100fps | 60fps |
1080p video | - | 60fps |
Slow motion at 4K | - | 4 |
Maximum slow motion | - | 4x at 1080p |
HDR video | 8K30fps 360° | 5.7K30fps 360° |
Stabilization | SuperSteady 2.0 | FlowState |
Horizon lock | Yes | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.265 (HEVC) H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | - | Yes |
Webcam mode | - | Yes |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | - | Yes |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | Yes | Yes |
Photo burst mode | - | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 4 | 4 |
Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | wav | aac |
Audio input | Bluetooth microphone support | - |
Audio bluetooth support | - | 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/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Bluetooth | BLE 5.2 | BLE 5.2 |
USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB 3.0 |
GPS integrated | Yes | No |
GPS pairing | - | iOS Application Android Application |
Voice commands | - | Yes |
Gesture commands | - | Yes |