The Insta360 X4 was a major upgrade to the X3 version before it, bringing 8K 360 capture and boosting the regular video output to 2.7K instead of 1080 (or 2K). The X5 builds on this using the same video tech but with an increase in waterproofing capabilities to 49ft versus the 33ft of the X4.
Insta360
Insta360 is a bit of a pioneer in consumer 360 cameras. It makes a ONE RS range of modular 360 action cameras and a simple ONE X series. All use back to back 180°+ fisheye lenses to capture twin hemispherical views of the world which are stitched seamlessly in-camera to produce 360° spherical panoramas. Insta360 also makes professional 360 cameras for high-end VR applications.
Insta360 RS 1-Inch 360 now compatible with Matterport digital twins
Matterport is an online 3D environment creation and hosting service that’s ideal for real estate companies setting up virtual tours but is also used for VR walkthroughs of public buildings, museums, galleries and virtual tours.
6 things to know about 360 cameras
360 imaging is a new and exciting area of photography that’s quite hard to get your head around. The technical achievement is amazing, but the potential can be difficult to grasp. So here are 6 basic things about 360 cameras that might make things clearer.
Insta360 ONE RS 1-inch 360 review
Verdict: 4.8 stars The Insta360 ONE RS 1-inch 360 is a step up in quality for 360 cameras, using 1-inch sensors and cameras (co-developed with Leica) to offer better quality than regular 360 cameras. It’s easy to use but powerful and it can do some amazing things. It also feels very well made, and the companion app makes it easy to produce regular ‘flat’ videos. It’s even good value, for a 1-inch sensor 360 camera, but if you’re just trying this stuff out, the Insta360 ONE X2 is much cheaper and for novice users just as good.