Both shoot 8K 360 and share the same app — but there’s a real gap in sensors, weight and price between the Insta360 X5 and the X4 Air.
Spec sheet, side by side
| Insta360 X5 | Insta360 X4 Air | |
|---|---|---|
| Max 360 video | 8K30 · PureVideo | 8K |
| Sensors | Dual 1/1.28″ | Smaller (X4 class) |
| Weight | Standard X body | Lightest X-series body |
| Lenses | Replaceable | Fixed |
| Price | £415 / £415 | £359 |
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The real-world difference
- Low light: the X5’s bigger sensors + PureVideo are the main upgrade — dusk and indoor footage is visibly cleaner.
- Durability: replaceable lenses on the X5 = cheap insurance for action sports.
- Weight: the X4 Air wins on helmets, drones and long handheld vlogs.
🎬 Footage from both
Insta360 X4 Air — the best budget 360 camera? (with X5 context)
Verdict
- X5 if you shoot after dark or ride hard — the extra €260 buys real capability.
- X4 Air for daylight travel and first-time 360 shooters — it’s 80% of the experience for 55% of the price.
Best value overall: Insta360 X4 Air
Check X4 Air price →The cheapest ticket into real 8K 360.
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By The Angle editorial team · Last updated September 1, 2026