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Ranked #3 of 5Reviewed by Mike Hun·May 20, 2026

Insta360 X4

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The verdict

The X4 is the value Insta360 pick — 8K recording at $120 less than X5.

Insta360 X4

Strengths

  • +8K recording like X5
  • +Cheaper than X5
  • +Mature Insta360 ecosystem
  • +Replaceable battery

Watch-outs

  • −Smaller sensors than X5
  • −Lower-light performance trails X5
  • −Previous-gen flagship

How it compares

Cheaper than X5. Same 8K. Less low-light performance.

Who this is for

At a glance: creators wanting 8K Insta360 without latest premium.

Why you’d buy the Insta360 X4

  • 8K recording like X5.
  • Cheaper than X5.
  • Mature Insta360 ecosystem.

Why you’d skip it

  • Smaller sensors than X5.
  • Lower-light performance trails X5.
  • Previous-gen flagship.

Rating sources

propelrc
4.7/5
“Hits a sweet spot between performance and price, offering 8K recording like the flagship X5 but costing considerably less.”

Our 4.7 score is the average of these published ratings. More about methodology.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Insta360 X4 worth buying?
The X4 is the value Insta360 pick — 8K recording at $120 less than X5.
What is the Insta360 X4's biggest strength?
8K recording like X5
What is the main drawback of the Insta360 X4?
Smaller sensors than X5
What sources back the 4.7/5 rating?
Our 4.7/5 rating is the average of scores from 1 independent 360 cameras review — propelrc. Click any source on the product page to read the original review.

How it compares

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Best overall. Largest sensors. Insta360 software.

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Insta360 X3

Cheapest Insta360. 5.7K. Older model.

Insta360 X4
4.7/5· $429
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