Upgrade Guide
Insta360 X5→Insta360 Ace Pro 2
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Situational
One clear hardware improvement over the X5. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.
What's new in the Ace Pro 2
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Battery life180 min (1080p24 Endurance, Insta360) vs 93 min (8K30, Insta360)
Unchanged or similar
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Resolution50MP (down from 72MP — optimised for low light)
Full spec comparison
| Spec | X5 | Ace Pro 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £519 | £329 | |
| Released | 2025 | 2024 | ↓ |
| Sensor | 1/1.28" (×2) | 1/1.3" CMOS | |
| Resolution | 72MP | 50MP | ↓ |
| Video | 8K 360° 30fps, 4K 120fps | 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps | |
| Stabilisation | FlowState + 360 Horizon Lock (EIS) | FlowState (EIS) | |
| Battery Life | 93 min (8K30, Insta360) | 180 min (1080p24 Endurance, Insta360) | ↑ |
| Weight | 200g | 182g | ↑ |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Mount | Fixed dual lens (360°, replaceable lenses) | Fixed lens (13 mm-eq f/2.6) | |
| Memory Cards | 1× microSD (V30) | 1× microSD (up to 1 TB) |
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