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Since the X5 arrived, the X4 has dropped in price. Both shoot 8K and use the same motorcycle accessories. What does the new one add?
Head to head
| Spec | Insta360 X5 | Insta360 X4 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.7 | 8.4 |
| Image | 8.8 | 8.4 |
| Stabilisation | 9.5 | 9.0 |
| Battery | 7.8 | 8.6 |
| Ease of use | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 8.8 |
| Type | 360° | 360° |
| Max resolution | 8K at 30 fps | 8K at 30 fps |
| Max stated battery life | 185 min | 135 min |
| Waterproof without case | 15 m | 10 m |
| Weight | 200 g | — |
| Stand-out feature | Invisible selfie stick and replaceable lenses | Removable lens guards and invisible-stick effect |
Highlighted in orange: the winner of each measurable spec. Manufacturer data.
Low-light image: the X5 wins
The X5 has 1/1.28-inch sensors; the X4, 1/2-inch. Bigger sensors gather more light: you notice it at dusk, at night and going into tunnels. In daylight, both look excellent.
Battery: very close
- X5: up to 185 minutes in 5.7K endurance mode and around 88 in 8K.
- X4: up to 135 minutes at 5.7K and around 71 in 8K.
Toughness: the X5 wins
The X5 is waterproof to 15 m without a case and has replaceable lenses. The X4 manages 10 m and uses removable lens guards.
What they share
- 360 video in 8K at 30 fps.
- The invisible stick and all of Insta360’s motorcycle mounts.
Verdict
More in our motorcycle camera guide.
