Insta360 X4

New features of the Insta360 X4

• 8K 360 video The X4 offers 8K30fps 360° video which greatly improves the quality of reframed footage when exporting to traditional video.
• Overall video improvements The lower resolution video has also improved, bringing 5.7K360 video up to 60fps and 4K360 video all the way up to 100fps. There is also a new 5.7K+ video mode, offering higher quality video, notably in low light situations, while retaining a small file size. Single lens video is also improved, with 4K footage now recorded at 60 fps.
• Extended battery life The improved battery in the X4 brings run times up to 135min of 5.7K30fps 360 video, nearing twice the run time of the Insta360 X3.
• New lens guard system The X4 now comes with lens guards that screw directly on to the camera, instead of the adhesive system of the X3. There is also the option of purchasing premium lens guards which Insta360 claims are more scratch resistant, great for activities like Mountain Biking.

Reasons to buy the Insta360 X4

• Leading 360 company Insta360 was founded as a 360 camera company and has built a solid reputation for their cameras. The success of the Insta360 X3 and the Insta360 One X2 before that testify of Insta360's experience delivering great quality 360 cameras.
• 8K video The main advantage of 360 cameras is that they capture everything so we can reframe and export a traditional video later. Therefore, initial resolution of the footage has a huge impact on how good the final footage will look like. So the higher the resolution, the more options you have for reframing and the higher quality your final footage will be. The X4 is no longer the only 360 camera with 8K video, but it does remain the most affordable option right now.
• Versatile While 360 footage remains the X4's selling point, it will also work well as a traditional action camera. In single lens mode it offers up to 4K60fps video, which rivals other state of the art action cameras like the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro.
• Battery life The X4 is slightly bigger than it's predecessor and includes a larger battery, brining run times over 2hours of 360 footage.

Reasons to avoid the Insta360 X4

• Heavy The X4 is over 7.05oz / 200g and combined with it's long shape, it is an awkard camera to use on helmet mounts. If you plan on using a helmet mount or need to take weight into account, you might want to look into smaller and lighter traditional action cameras like the GoPro Hero 4K (2024) or even a wearable camera like the Insta360 Go 3S.
• Overheating when using 8K Insta360 itself warns about the heat issue when filming in 8K, and only recommends filming at such a high resolution in windy or cold environments. If you plan on filming in hot conditions you will need to limit yourself to 5.7K 360 video or consider another 360 camera like the Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra.
• No integrated GPS The camera itself does not integrate GPS and although you can pair your X4 with your smartphone to sync GPS data, it is a drawback for some use cases. If GPS is a must for your, the Kandao Qoocam 3 Ultra is a good alternative.

Better alternatives to the Insta360 X4

X4 rules over the 360 action camera category, but some competitors do beat it at some things.

Built in GPS☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Kandao Qoocam 3 UltraKandao's latest 360 camera: 8K video and integrated GPSLight & cheap☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Insta360 One X2Insta360's 2020 360 camera: 5.7K video at an affordable costThumb action camera☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Insta360 Go 3SInsta360's latest wearable camera: 4K video in a tiny package

Cheaper alternatives to the Insta360 X4

The X4 is Insta360's flagship 360 camera and is naturally still pricey. Here are some cheaper alternatives.

Previous model☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Insta360 X3Insta360's 2022 360 camera: 5.7K video and a large touchscreenBudget 360 camera☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Insta360 One X2Insta360's 2020 360 camera: 5.7K video at an affordable cost

We also have guide covering the cheapest action cameras.

Other Insta360 action cameras

Insta360 has a whole range of action cameras and 360 degree cameras.

Flagship action camera☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Insta360 Ace Pro 2Insta360's latest flagship action camera: 8K video and a flipscreenTheir budget camera☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Insta360 AceInsta360's budget action camera: 6K video and a flipscreen2022 360 camera☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Insta360 X3Insta360's 2022 360 camera: 5.7K video and a large touchscreen2020 360 camera☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Insta360 One X2Insta360's 2020 360 camera: 5.7K video at an affordable cost

Insta360 X4 specifications