The Insta360 X5: A New Era for 360-Degree Action Cameras

Introduction

Insta360, a leading innovator in 360-degree camera technology, unveiled its latest flagship, the Insta360 X5, on April 22, 2025.

The biggest 2 reasons to get it?

  • User Replacable Lens!- expecially for the actions users out there
  • Improved Sensor with much improved Night shots!

Features of the Insta360 X5 compared to X4

FeatureInsta360 X5Insta360 X4 Comment
PRICE X5 $50 more MSRP
SENSOR1/1.28″1/2″Better at night/quality
CHIPSET2 sensor/1 AI chipSingle 5nm AI ChipMore powerful
8K 360 VIDEO(7680×3840@30/25/24 fps)(7680×3840@30/25/24 fps)Same
PureVideo(LOW LIGHT)YesNoNew low light mode
REPLACEABLE LENSESYes (user-replaceable)No (only protective guards)Revolutionary advantage (repair)
WATERPROOFING15 meters10 metersGo deeper without case
BATTERY2400mAh2290mAhslightly bigger capacity
FAST CHARGING (TO 80%)20 minutes38 minutesalmost 2X faster
INSTAFRAME MODEYes ( selfie, front)NoX5 exclusive quick posting
AUDIOHardware wind guard, Voice Enhance, 360°Software wind reduction, DIRECTIONAL 1/4″more advanced audio
MOUNTMagnetic Quick Release + 1/4″1/4″more efficient for swaps
Insta360 X5 Specs

Enhanced Low-Light Performance

The X4, while exceptional in daylight, faced challenges in low-light environments. Insta360 appears to have prioritized this area for the X5.

The X5 incorporates larger sensors, 1/1.28-inch, similar to those in the Insta360 Ace Pro 2. This upgrade significantly improves dynamic range, image quality, and low-light shooting.

In fact there is a new night mode called Pureshot, that makes night videos extremely better!

Replacable Lens

The X5 also features replaceable lenses! Something that has long been requested for 360 action cameras.

For anyone you does action shooting, a big stress is fear of scratching the lens. Now you can do it yourself and then get back to shooting! No need to wait weeks and tons of cash to mail in and wait.

I do mostly travel, but I’m always worried my tripod will tip over haha.

And for even more protection, they changed the material of the lens to make it even more durable.

Battery Improvements

The X5 has 2,400 mAh removable battery, a 4.8% increase over the X4’s 2,290 mAh. This upgrade, combined with a more efficient chipset, extends shooting times, addressing user demands for longer-lasting performance during extended adventures.

It also has a quicker charging feature, 80% faster!, so you can get back to shooting.

Advanced AI and Stabilization

Insta360’s X-series is renowned for its AI-driven features, such as gesture control and seamless stabilization.

The X5 builds on these, potentially introducing smarter reframing tools and enhanced stabilization.

The inclusion of a possilby faster AI chip, as seen in the X4, suggests the X5 will offer faster processing for real-time editing and immersive 360-degree effects.

Sensor and Resolution Upgrades

New bigger sensor at 1/1.28″ leads to better quality both day and night.

While the X4 delivered 8K video at 30fps, the X5 pushes frame rates further, with improved 5.7K and 4K performance modes.

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