Insta360 Ace Pro - Everything I LOVE & HATE After 6 Months

Save $50 when buying the Insta360 Ace Pro: geni.us/rXYBhH The best and worst features in my opinion of the Insta360 Ace Pro after using it for 6 months. I also compare several features to the DJI Action 4.
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[@TheOutdoorsStation]

Could you add in future reviews whether the cameras have audio in and clean hdmi out connections? I’m always on the hunt for the most versatile camera which would offer me the most options, for outdoor shoots and compatible with my live streaming gear. Thanks

[@stevestechemporium]

you can add an adapter to this for audio in. But it doesn't support HDMI out unfortunately

[@TodaysWildWest]

What do you think of the GoPro 12?

[@jujujay]

Super film as always dude / I was planning an upcoming update soon on my action camera and had seen this camera a few times so nice to see and trust your judgment on it!

[@wdhpne]

Hi, Do you think that the ace pro will get a software update that will make pause video a voice control ??

[@GetawayAF]

you can pick up where you left off on a saved previous clip as though you paused it and keep shooting if that helps!

[@marcushaller]

I tried both but DJI Action 4 has won because during trailrunning I mostly hold the cam in my hand but then the Ace Pro cannot focus on me but only behind me. On the Action 4 I am crystal clear. The focus point at the Ace Pro is too far away for me (I am 190cm tall, I do not have tiny arms^^)

[@stevestechemporium]

Yes that is a good point, this looks best using a selfie stick. I found the narrower FOV means it needs one anyway. Personally I'd also use the action 4 if I was trail running as the wider FOV suits the sport better I think. Downside of course is the Action 4 feels a bit wide for casual vlogging and the Linear mode is significantly compromised in quality. No perfect camera yet!

[@TheNeutronShorts]

People said that when you try to make vlogs using this it always goes out of focus, have to use macro lens so that the video from 2-2.5 feet away remains in focus, is this true, why you didn't talk about it..?

[@gmg3precision]

Thanks for the review! May I ask you for the link for the wind muff?

[@anna_murawski]

I am currently looking for another camera. I am a photographer but also a mum of 2 small kids and a dog and we go campervanning regularly. Ive just started to make and edit home movies all the time for my kids to one day look back on and I’ve been using the insta360 GO3. But been wanting the DJI osmo pocket because I vlog to the camera for context and story telling purposes. But I’m starting to think the Ace Pro might be better option for me. It’s not as sexy, but I think I’m taking for granted various action cam features. With 2 small kids and a dog - out in all kids of weather, a waterproof and robust camera is needed. I think over time using a non-waterproof mechanical gimbal camera will end up in the bag more than I’d like to admit - despite it having more cinematic qualities, it’s not very robust. I’ve dropped my GO 3 many times, we’re out in the rain my kids like to “have a go” with the camera, and I need to be able to get it out with 1 hand (other hand is either holding onto a child or a dog lead). I was looking at go pros for a while as using a stiff flippy screen can be annoying, but being able to get low shots whilst seeing the screen is soo helpful, so I’ve now eliminated the Go Pro. I’m filming my kids run around, cycling, playing, swimming etc so whilst we are not extreme sporting an action camera stabilisation is perfect for me (albeit it’s always set to low or standard). So hard to decide when there is so much choice!!

[@GetawayAF]

I have both go3 and ace pro, for fun versatile storytelling shots Id say go3...if you're doing more and longer say rugged travel and talking head footage then ace pro. Go3 is very good at being all in one, acepro you'll find yourself wanting to spend a lot of accessories...for better or for worse.

[@anna_murawski]

@@GetawayAF thanks for replying ☺️ good point, I didn’t really think about what extra accessories I’d need. What kind of accessories do you think I’d end up needing if I got the ace pro? Not going to lie, I hate having to carry lots of accessories! One of the reasons why I wanted to get it is because I run out of storage and battery with my GO3 quickly, and I like the option of buying extra batteries and SD cards rather then going without or using my phone

[@AjaySingh-228]

Great review sir...This is the most in-depth review of the Insta360 Ace Pro that I’ve seen. You’ve covered everything I wanted to know about the camera...I love the Insta360 One RS remote watch! It looks like a really handy accessory to have when you’re using the camera for action sports...Your place is amazing

[@hayabusaTravels]

8K sensor and still blurry as F at the margin of the frame!!!

[@nialloutdoors]

What's the battery life like compared to the Action 4 and GoPro especially in cold conditions? #lookingatyougopro 🤣

[@BartVanderstraetenPipeXperts]

Can you give the link for the wind filters?

[@outandabout-]

Could you do a video that shows how you add the wind reduction fluffy bits! Apologies if you already have.

[@rohtua1]

How long can it record for continuously? Something I never realised until a few months ago was that you can only record for up to 29-30 minutes continuously on insta360 cameras. At least on the one rs and x3. From what I could find out insta360 wouldn't pay a licence fee to class it as a video camera. It put me off looking at the ace because I like to use my gopro to record drives or put it on a bag mount to record a hike, so dont want it skipping every half hour.

[@PhilWaud]

Thanks Stephen (not sure if you prefer Steve?), I saw all the hoo hah about Insta forcing reviewers to say certain things and not reveal the sponsorship then my youtube subscription page filled up with insta 360 related vids. You were as usual unbiased and very clear about the sponsorship in this. They both seem great cameras and I think I would get one of them instead of a go pro any day. Thanks

[@stevestechemporium]

Yeah the hoo hah has been unfortunate as I’ve personally had a great experience with Insta360. Hopefully they learn from it.

[@nomad0714]

@@stevestechemporium, There’s always two sides of every story. It seems these YT’ers didn’t share why there was a fall out which is never pretty. Insta has been good to keep quite and let the storm go by and then come back to clean things up. It could have been a couple unethical and aggressive staffs misrepresenting the firm. It can only get better from this situation for all parties.

[@tomandchristyadventures1344]

Who made the tripod he showed in the video? It wasn’t linked in the notes

[@xioixstudio]

insta

[@JarradShaw]

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[@RuneVenes]

Is this video sponsored ?

[@stevestechemporium]

Yes, it says twice

[@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA]

You are the king of camera reviews! We got one of this cameras but I have problems with some of the settings. It makes me look old... Little to much contrast. I compare it with a GoPro that I don't like at all. The color of the GoPro is to much fake. The insta360 is way much better if we look at the colors and the skills in the low lights. Probably we will sell the GoPro and swap so we got to Insta360... and then figure out the settings or just accept that I get older... / Matti in Jokkmokk

[@stevestechemporium]

I would try shooting with the flat colour profile, perhaps reduce the sharpness, or even turn off the HDR video and see if that helps. There's always a compromise with action cameras. I find a bit of experimenting with settings is always required.

[@kinirogue4419]

i saw a video where they are removing the lens and channging it

[@stevestechemporium]

Where did you see that?

[@YordanHristooov]

To me the footage seems a bit weird but I like it so far. Coming from a go pro to the ace pro for motorcycle stuff 😄. It’s freshly bought so managed to look at just a short footage I took. On my monitor it doesn’t look good

[@Cameraflyer-]

It is not an action camera. It is a vlogging camera. Action cameras do not have a flip up screen. I would rather have the screen on the front of the camera.

[@stevestechemporium]

I do think it's more geared towards vlogging but it's definitely an action camera. Waterproof, fixed wide angle lens, shock resistant etc. but the definitions are becoming blurred these days.

[@TheNeutronShorts]

People said that when you try to make vlogs using this it always goes out of focus, have to use macro lens so that the video from 2-2.5 feet away remains in focus, is this true, why you didn't talk about it..?😢

[@Cameraflyer-]

@@TheNeutronShorts Yeah, it's not even a very good vlogging camera.

[@Bokooda]

Thanks for the review. Early release/test models had a removable lens cover, but they dropped it (pun intended) - maybe for the reasons you mentioned or not, like the GP8 $$$. There's no doubting the outstanding quality footage - day or night for vlogging, but how robust is the rear flappy screen after you've tripped on a run or face-planted on a gravel track when you've come off your bike... and you then realize you've ruined the whole camera by having a teeny tiny scratch just off the middle of the lense.

[@stevestechemporium]

I cracked the rear screen on my last GoPro the first time I used it so there’s a risk with any action camera of causing damage that needs a repair. But yes replaceable lens would be nice. Best thing is probably to add lens and screen guards.

[@jimmyquek6536]

Ace pro wins hands down

[@walkkwithhme]

Insta360 is sponsoring every single video on KZbin. Disgusting.