Upgrade Guide

Insta360 X4→Insta360 X6

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

X4
You own
Insta360
X4
£424
2024
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→
X6
Upgrade to
Insta360
X6
£619 (+£195)
2026
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Worthwhile
Clear improvements over the X4. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.
What's new in the X6
Full spec comparison
Spec X4 X6
Price £424 £619
Released 2024 2026 ↑
Sensor 1/2" (×2) 1/1.1" (×2)
Resolution 72MP 120MP ↑
Video 8K 360° 30fps, 4K 100fps 8K 360° 50fps, I-Log 10-bit
Stabilisation FlowState + 360 Horizon Lock (EIS) FlowState + 360 Horizon Lock (EIS)
Battery Life 135 min (5.7K30, Insta360) 140 min (8K30, Insta360) ↑
Weight 203g 196g ↑
Weather Sealed Yes Yes
Mount Fixed dual lens (360°) Fixed dual lens (360°, replaceable lenses)
Memory Cards 1× microSD (V30) 1× microSD (up to 1 TB) + 64 GB built in
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