Upgrade Guide
Insta360 X5→Insta360 Luna Ultra
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Worthwhile
Clear improvements over the X5. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.
What's new in the Luna Ultra
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Battery life240 min (1080p24, Insta360) vs 93 min (8K30, Insta360)
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Generation1 year newer (2026 vs 2025)
Unchanged or similar
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Weather sealingNot present in new body
Full spec comparison
| Spec | X5 | Luna Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £519 | £649 | |
| Released | 2025 | 2026 | ↑ |
| Sensor | 1/1.28" (×2) | 1-inch + 1/1.3-inch tele | |
| Resolution | 72MP | — | |
| Video | 8K 360° 30fps, 4K 120fps | 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps, I-Log 10-bit | |
| Stabilisation | FlowState + 360 Horizon Lock (EIS) | 3-axis mechanical gimbal | |
| Battery Life | 93 min (8K30, Insta360) | 240 min (1080p24, Insta360) | ↑ |
| Weight | 200g | 233g | ↓ |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Not weather sealed | ↓ |
| Mount | Fixed dual lens (360°, replaceable lenses) | Fixed dual lens (20 mm + 60 mm-eq) | |
| Memory Cards | 1× microSD (V30) | 1× microSD (up to 2 TB) + 47 GB built in |
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