DJI Osmo Action 6 vs Insta360 X5

The Insta360 X5 is the pick for 360-degree video and reframing after the fact; its dual 1/1.28-inch sensors, 8K30 360 capture and invisible selfie stick effect have no match in the Action 6. The DJI Osmo Action 6 is the better conventional action camera: a single 1/1.1-inch sensor, variable aperture, 4K/120, 50GB built-in storage and a 4-hour battery make it simpler to shoot and edit. Reviewers praise the X5's low-light 360 footage and rugged removable lens guards, while Action 6 owners cite battery life and the aperture control. Choose on whether you want 360 or a straightforward action cam.

• Choose the DJI Osmo Action 6 if you shoot standard first-person action footage and want variable aperture, long battery life and built-in storage without stitching 360 files.
• Choose the Insta360 X5 if you want 360-degree capture, 8K30 video and the freedom to reframe shots later, including the invisible selfie stick effect.