The Insta360 X4 Air is the lightest, most affordable way into 8K 360 video — with the same invisible-selfie-stick magic and the same app as its bigger brothers.
- 🗓️ Updated August 2026
- 🎥 8K 360
- 🪶 Lightest X-series body
4.2/5OUR SCORE
The easiest first 360 camera
★★★★☆4.2 out of 5
Real 8K capture at a mid-range price. Low light trails the flagships, but as a first 360 camera — or a crash-friendly second body — it’s the obvious pick.
Key specs
| Max 360 video | 8K |
|---|---|
| Position | Entry/mid — lightest X-series body |
| Price | £359 |
👍 What we like
- Real 8K 360 at a mid-range price — sharp 1080p/4K reframes
- Light body: better for helmets, drones, long handheld sessions
- Full access to Insta360’s app, AI editing and accessories
👎 What we don’t
- Smaller sensors than X5/X6 — low light is a step behind
- Fewer pro options (bitrate, colour depth) than the flagships
🎬 Sample footage shot on the X4 Air
Insta360 X4 Air review — the best budget 360 camera?
100% shot on the X4 Air — real-world 4K reframes
Insta360 X4 Air — best budget 8K 360
See current price →Score 4.2/5 · 8K 360 · £359
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Reviewed by The Angle editorial team · Last updated September 1, 2026