Upgrade Guide

Insta360 Ace Pro 2→Insta360 X4

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

Ace Pro 2
You own
Insta360
Ace Pro 2
£329
2024
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→
X4
Upgrade to
Insta360
X4
£424 (+£95)
2024
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Situational
One clear hardware improvement over the Ace Pro 2. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.
What's new in the X4
Full spec comparison
Spec Ace Pro 2 X4
Price £329 £424
Released 2024 2024
Sensor 1/1.3" CMOS 1/2" (×2)
Resolution 50MP 72MP ↑
Video 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps 8K 360° 30fps, 4K 100fps
Stabilisation FlowState (EIS) FlowState + 360 Horizon Lock (EIS)
Battery Life 180 min (1080p24 Endurance, Insta360) 135 min (5.7K30, Insta360) ↓
Weight 182g 203g ↓
Weather Sealed Yes Yes
Mount Fixed lens (13 mm-eq f/2.6) Fixed dual lens (360°)
Memory Cards 1× microSD (up to 1 TB) 1× microSD (V30)
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