Sixmou i3 vs Insta360 Go 3
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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
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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 It has now been replaced by the more capable Insta360 Go 3S, which now offers up to 4K video while retaining the same small size.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 i3 vs the Go 3
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Video performance
Neither camera offers HDR video. Only the Go 3 features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
Sixmou i3
Insta360 Go 3
4K video at 30fps
Max resolution
2.7K video at 30fps
HDR video unsupported
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
No slow motion video
Maximum slow motion
4x at 1080p
Yes
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 i3 offers a much larger battery capacity. Neither camera has a removable battery.
Sixmou i3
Insta360 Go 3
800mAh
Battery capacity
310mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
90min for 4k and 150min for 1080p
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 i3 supports SD cards, the Go 3 is therefore limited to it's built-in storage. The Go 3 has a slightly higher maximum storage limit.
Sixmou i3
Insta360 Go 3
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
32GB, 64GB or 128GB
microSD
Storage format
Storage not extendable
64GB
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 two cameras are of similar size. Both the i3 and the Go 3 have similar weights.
Sixmou i3
Insta360 Go 3
1.1in x 2.48in x 0.71in / 28mm x 63mm x 18mm
Dimensions
1.01in x 2.14in x 0.91in / 25.6mm x 54.4mm x 23.2mm
1.27oz / 36g
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 Go 3 is a lot more waterproof when using a diving case.
Sixmou i3
Insta360 Go 3
Feature missing
Waterproof
16ft / 5m
131ft / 40m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
Feature missing
Min operating temperature
-4°F / -20°C
Feature missing
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
Sixmou i3
Insta360 Go 3
Feature missing
Pixels
12MP
Feature missing
Field of view
134°
Feature missing
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
Sixmou i3
Insta360 Go 3
Feature missing
ISO range
100-3200
Feature missing
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.
Sixmou i3 versus Insta360 Go 3 specifications
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| Name | Sixmou i3 | Insta360 Go 3 |
| Year of release | 2024 | 2023 |
| Width | 1.1in / 28mm | 1.01in / 25.6mm |
| Height | 2.48in / 63mm | 2.14in / 54.4mm |
| Depth | 0.71in / 18mm | 0.91in / 23.2mm |
| Weight | 1.27oz / 36g | 1.25oz / 35.5g |
| Waterproof | - | 16ft / 5m |
| Waterproof with diving case | 131ft / 40m | 197ft / 60m |
| Min operating temperature | - | -4°F / -20°C |
| Max operating temperature | - | 104°F / 40°C |
| Battery capacity | 800mAh | 310mAh |
| Removable battery | No | No |
| Battery life | 90min for 4k 150min for 1080p | 45min at 1080p |
| 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 | UHS-3 | - |
| Maximun storage supported | 64GB | 128GB |
| Rear screen size | - | With Action Pod |
| Front screen size | - | With Action Pod |
| Field of view | - | 134° |
| Sensor | - | 1/2.3" |
| Pixels | - | 12MP |
| Aperture | - | F2.2 |
| Focal length | - | 11mm |
| ISO range | - | 100-3200 |
| Color Depth | 8bit | 8bit |
| Video bite rate | - | 80Mbps |
| Exposure Compensation | - | +/-4 |
| 360-degree video | No | No |
| 4K video | 30fps | - |
| 2.7K video | - | 30fps |
| 1440p video | - | 50fps |
| 1080p video | 30fps | 50fps |
| Maximum slow motion | - | 4x at 1080p |
| Stabilization | Yes | Flowstate |
| Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
| Live streaming | - | No |
| Timelapse mode | - | Yes |
| Starlapse mode | - | Yes |
| Timeshift mode | - | Yes |
| Loop recording mode | - | Yes |
| Photo burst mode | - | No |
| RAW format supported | - | Yes |
| Microphones | - | 2 |
| Stereo audio | - | Yes |
| Noise reduction | - | Yes |
| Audio format | - | aac |
| Wifi | Yes | 802.11a/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | - | BLE 5.0 |
| USB | Type-C USB | Type-C USB2.0 |
| GPS integrated | - | No |
| GPS pairing | - | Garmin device Apple Watch |
| Voice commands | - | Yes |
| Gesture commands | - | No |