Upgrade Guide
Insta360 GO 3S→Insta360 Ace Pro 2
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Worthwhile
Clear improvements over the GO 3S. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.
What's new in the Ace Pro 2
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Resolution50MP vs 12MP (+38MP)
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Battery life180 min (1080p24 Endurance, Insta360) vs 38 min camera / 140 min with Action Pod (Insta360)
Full spec comparison
| Spec | GO 3S | Ace Pro 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £269 | £329 | |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 | |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" CMOS | 1/1.3" CMOS | |
| Resolution | 12MP | 50MP | ↑ |
| Video | 4K 30fps | 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps | |
| Stabilisation | FlowState (EIS) | FlowState (EIS) | |
| Battery Life | 38 min camera / 140 min with Action Pod (Insta360) | 180 min (1080p24 Endurance, Insta360) | ↑ |
| Weight | 39g (camera) | 182g | ↓ |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Mount | Fixed lens (16 mm-eq f/2.8) | Fixed lens (13 mm-eq f/2.6) | |
| Memory Cards | No card slot: 64 or 128 GB built in | 1× microSD (up to 1 TB) |
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