Is the X5 worth it over the X4?

The X5 brings larger sensors, 8K30 capture, replaceable lenses and better low light. If you mostly shoot daylight and already own an X4, the upgrade matters most for night and indoor footage.

Do I need the selfie stick for the invisible stick effect?

Yes. The stick is sold separately, and the camera hides it in 360 footage so shots look like they come from a drone or a third person.

How long does the battery last?

Insta360 rates up to 185 minutes in Endurance Mode, and fast charging reaches 80% in about 20 minutes. Expect much shorter runtime when recording 8K.

Is it waterproof without a case?

Yes, the body is waterproof to 49ft (15m), so you can take it snorkeling and into rain without a housing.

What comes in the box?

The camera, a 2400mAh battery, a Wind Guard and standard mounting hardware. The selfie stick and most mounts are separate purchases.

Can it shoot normal flat video?

Yes. InstaFrame records a ready-to-share flat clip and a 360 clip at the same time, and you can also reframe 360 footage later in the app.

Where is the Insta360 X5 8K 360 Action Camera cheapest?

At Walmart, for $549.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Insta360 X5 8K 360 Action Camera?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Amazon.

Insta360 X5 8K 360 Action Camera

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the X5 as the strongest 360 action camera for low light and detail, praising the sensor upgrade, replaceable lenses and stabilization. Common complaints center on file sizes, editing effort and battery drain in the highest modes.

What people mention

Low-light videoPraisedOwners say PureVideo mode keeps 360 footage usable at night and indoors where older models turned noisy.
Lens durabilityPraisedReviewers like that damaged lenses can be swapped instead of writing off the camera.
File sizeCriticisedShooters report 8K clips eat through storage and need fast cards and big drives.
Editing workflowMixedThe app makes reframing easy, but reviewers say exporting 360 footage is slow and CPU-heavy.
Battery lifeMixedEndurance Mode stretches runtime, yet 8K recording drains the battery much faster.
StabilizationPraisedFlowState and horizon lock keep footage steady on bikes, helmets and handheld runs.

About the Insta360 X5 8K 360 Action Camera

The Insta360 X5 is a 360-degree action camera with dual 1/1.28-inch sensors. It records 360 video at 8K30fps, supersampled from 11K to 8K. A triple AI chip and PureVideo mode handle low-light shooting with AI noise reduction and dynamic range optimization.

The lenses are built with an ultra-hard optical film to resist scratches and drops. They are replaceable, so a damaged lens can be popped out and a new one snapped in. The invisible selfie stick effect removes the stick from the footage for third-person and drone-like angles. With reframing in the Insta360 app, you can pick your angles after filming.

InstaFrame mode records a ready-to-share flat video (Selfie View or Fixed View) and a full 360 video at the same time. Single-lens mode works like a traditional action camera. FlowState Stabilization and 360 Horizon Lock keep footage smooth and level. A multi-layer steel mesh Wind Guard and an upgraded audio algorithm reduce wind noise.

Color

Black

360 video

8K at 30fps

Sensors

Dual 1/1.28" sensors

Active mode

5.7K at 60fps

Single-lens video

4K at 60fps

MaxView

170° FOV at 4K30fps in FreeFrame Video