Insta360

Insta360 X4

A solid mid-range action camera for photographers and content creators, leading with 8K.

69/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
8KFlowState Stabilization10 m
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Why we rate it

  • HDR video
  • 360-degree video
  • Horizon lock
  • Above-average max field of view
  • No log / d-log recording
  • Below-average max 4k fps
Score profile

Where the Insta360 X4 wins and loses

Scored against the action cameras class
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Video
79
Sensor and lens
88
Stabilisation
88
Design and ruggedisation
43
Battery and storage
86
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Video

Max resolution8
Max 5K FPS60
Max 4K FPS60
HDR videoYes
360-degree videoYes

Sensor and lens

Max field of view170

Stabilisation

Stabilisation techFlowState Stabilization
Horizon lockYes
360 horizon lockYes

Design and ruggedisation

Water resistance10
Min operating temp-20

Battery and storage

Battery capacity2290 mAh
Recording time135
Fast chargeYes
Max microSD256 GB

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Who it's for

Is the Insta360 X4 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable action camera for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need log / d-log recording, in which case a higher-tier action camera is the better call.

Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
good
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
okay
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Insta360 X4 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 69/100 against other action cameras, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 49.

What stands out on the Insta360 X4?

Its hdr video stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the DJI Osmo 360 Standard Combo?

The DJI Osmo 360 Standard Combo scores 58/100 versus this one at 69/100, so this is the stronger pick on the spec sheet.