Upgrade Guide
Insta360 GO Ultra→Insta360 X4 Air
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Situational
One clear hardware improvement over the GO Ultra. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.
What's new in the X4 Air
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Battery life88 min (8K30, Insta360) vs 70 min camera / 200 min with Action Pod (Insta360)
Unchanged or similar
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Resolution29MP (down from 50MP — optimised for low light)
Full spec comparison
| Spec | GO Ultra | X4 Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £389 | £389 | |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 | |
| Sensor | 1/1.28" CMOS | 1/1.8" (×2) | |
| Resolution | 50MP | 29MP | ↓ |
| Video | 4K 60fps | 8K 360° 30fps | |
| Stabilisation | FlowState (EIS) | FlowState + 360 Horizon Lock (EIS) | |
| Battery Life | 70 min camera / 200 min with Action Pod (Insta360) | 88 min (8K30, Insta360) | ↑ |
| Weight | 53g (camera) | 165g | ↓ |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Mount | Fixed lens (14 mm-eq f/2.85) | Fixed dual lens (360°, replaceable lenses) | |
| Memory Cards | 1× microSD (up to 2 TB) | 1× microSD (V30) |
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