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Insta360 X3 vs RS: Which 360 Action Camera is the Best for You?

Insta360 X3 and RS Twin Edition are both 360 action cameras, but they also have some key differences, so you might be wondering which one is right for you. When it comes to Insta360 X3 vs RS, which one should you get?

Insta360 RS is an all-in-one tool with interchangeable 360 and wide-angle lenses, while Insta360 X3 is a pocket-sized powerhouse specialized in 360 capture. 

Trying to decide which one you should pick up? Fear not, here’s the lowdown on what you can do with Insta360 X3 vs RS. 

FeaturesInsta360 X3 360 action camInsta360 RS Twin Edition 360 + 4K interchangeable lens action cam
360 Video Resolution5.7K: 5760x2880@24/25/30fps 4K: 3840x1920@30/60fps360 Lens: 5.7K: 5760x2880@24/25/30fps 4K:3840x1920@30/50fps
Wide Angle Video ResolutionSingle Lens Mode: 4K: 3840x2160@24/25/30fps 3.6K: 3584x2016@24/25/30/50/60fps 2.7K: 2720x1530@24/25/30/50/60fps 1080p: 1920x1088@24/25/30/50/60fps
4K Boost Lens: 6K: 6016x2560@25/24fps (under 6K Widescreen Mode) 4K: 4000x3000@24/25/30fps, 4K: 3840x2160@24/25/30/60fps, 2.7K: 2720x1530@24/25/30/60/100fps, 1080p: 1920x1080@24/25/30/60/120/200fps

Photo Resolution
360: 72MP (11968x5984)4K Boost Lens: 48MP 360 Lens: 18MP
60fps Me Mode-
Weight (Camera + Battery)180g (6.4oz)With 360 Lens: 135.3g (4.8oz) With 4K Boost Lens: 125.3g (4.4oz)
Max. Video Bitrate120 Mbps360 Lens: 100 Mbps 4K Boost Lens: 100 Mbps
Rugged + Waterproof33ft (10m)16ft (5m)
Invisible Selfie Stick360 Lens: ✅ 4K Boost Lens: -
Active HDR Video360: ✅4K Boost Lens: ✅ 360 Lens: -
PriceUS$449.99US$549.99

Insta360 X3 vs RS: How to choose

When choosing between Insta360 X3 vs RS, ultimately your decision will depend on what you’re looking for and how you plan to use your camera. X3 might be a better choice for some creators, while Insta360 RS might be better for others. First, let's take a look at what's similar between the cameras. Thanks to both of the cameras' 360-degree capture capabilities, you can shoot in every direction. You’ll never miss a shot and you don’t even need a cameraman or drone to get epic third-person views. Simply mount X3 or the RS 360 Lens on the Invisible Selfie Stick and it will disappear automatically in your video.


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WRITTEN BY @Aldo Chan
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