Insta360 GO 3S - Unboxing & Real World Test! [4K]

[@Thetechchap]

Hey Chaps! How would you use a the GO 3S? (where would you mount it?)

[@andrempmorais]

If I had money I would mount it to my rc car and make a nice first person view footage

[@ElectronicsNerd]

im planning a trip to Vegas in two weeks. I would have it mounted to my shirt or hat. its small and portable, however at that. price I'm almost more inclined to get the GoPro Hero 12 for $299

[@gabrieltrono9834]

Can I use it with an external mic? planning to use it with my Boya by-XM6

[@Peterstarzynskitech]

Your dog looks like a he's living his best life.

[@thekop4724]

Got my Go3 last year really enjoy using it but i still waiting for a more upgraded feature than the 3s. Probably wait for the Go 4

[@Bear-zu8zo]

What is your battery life? Have you tried to connect to your phone?

[@VizioN-Scope]

The old Go 3 had overheating issues when filming in 2.7K. They seem to have fixed this now even when filming in 4K.

[@series25a]

Any idea how well this looks when wearing it on a backpack?

[@konradc12]

Tom, I just came here after seeing another KZbin channel using some of this video! I sent you an email. I just looking at action cams and bought the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro with Adventure pack and cycling mount kit. The Insta360 GO 3S looks great. I did look at comparisons with the Insta360 Ace Pro 2, GoPro 13 Black, and DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro which I went for. Main reason for the DJI is battery life, huge dicount including the extra kit and no known reliability issues - GoPro played up in some of the reviews! Great video as always.

[@gabrieltrono9834]

Can I use it with an external mic? planning to use it with my Boya by-XM6

[@TheWaddler]

What's the tripod you use at 3:36? Looking for one like that and I don't know what to search for!

[@babyboy1971]

I’m looking for a small camera to film inside malls, for mall walking videos. Would you say the go3s could do indoor light well or would the ace pro be better? It looks like this little camera does quite well in indoor light!? (unlike my go pro, which is great in sunshine and terrible in lower or artificial light).

[@LHG-Media]

What’s the difference between cropping 4K horizontal to vertical and using freeframe?

[@MegaBlox_YT]

2:27 random guy using a vr headset in public 😂

[@RyanMatta]

You got my like brother and subscribe! I just bought this and you covered everything I wanted to know about the INSTA 360 Go 3S

[@Stephen_Lafferty]

1:17 - is this Bishops Close in Wells, next to the Cathedral? I'm sure that was in the previous B-roll shot!

[@TheKopai]

What about the mic ? sounds good ? can we connect other wireless mic ?

[@Thetechchap]

Internal mic is fine if you're close, and don't have much wind. Sadly it does not support bluetooth/wired mics

[@TheKopai]

@@Thetechchap recommendations for the wind support ? Including in the combo box

[@MpchBrwn]

I have returned mine, image quality is perfect but now freeframe mode is useless, due to the new lens size, now It doesnt allow any reframe , tilt, rotate or keyframes.

[@joelconolly5574]

The Go 3 or Go 3s?

[@markr041]

​@brownshoe72 Paid by GoPro? "Fiddly adjustments" like turning down sharpening, or setting color type or FOV? The new MEGA FOV has less crop and less bending than any GoPro setting. Overheats less than any GoPro. I shoot GoPros and the new Go 3S, do you actually have the camera?

[@Life_of_John]

Gopro overheat and shut down. I've lost footage because of it. Gopro are OK, but the idea of this is you can take camera out of pod and get creative and it is a little less intrusive. It may not be for everyone but I'm enjoying it so far. Along with my Sony zve10, gopro 12 and osmo pocket 3. Each do a different job. I think. 😉

[@uberacx]

The new cap mount is now magnetic. You can tilt the camera for the perfect angle. Freeform is less needed IMO and it wasn’t perfect as there are black edges if you go a bit too far. I would recommend the 360 cameras if you want full freeform

[@MikeeyNavaja]

Does the removable camera can be twisted 360?

[@Hjhvb-x5l]

Can you transfer files via a USB cable directly from the camera to your laptop without using the Action Pod or app?

[@richiethetopcargarage6380]

Microphone that you used is separate to purchase?

[@njgagen]

Not sure if you mentioned how long it takes to recharge?

[@ibafy6751]

Just google dude

[@psydoc2871]

Can you please comment on following parameters on Insta 360 3S (1) Low Light Performance (2) Image Stabilisation: especially in low light (3) Battery Life at 4K 50 FPS (4) Any issue of heating up? Many thanks.

[@MegaBlox_YT]

Subscribed!!! Great video!

[@Bear-zu8zo]

Hi, can it be connected to IPhone hot spot? And stream video?

[@T.K.9]

So far I have only ever used GoPro 10 and Osmo Action 2 and 3. And just recently the Insta360 X4 for my holiday in Asia. GoPro and Osmo Action are real nice for what I use them for (POV shots type of videos). but are still bulky but they are good for cameras. The Insta 360 X4 is also very good for my usage (360 degree video while hiking or in a farm, or in nice scenery). The downside was the fact that it overheats. Specially in Asia where it is already hot, the camera just shuts down. And it is not small either. Not big but it is definitely not small! Still it is a fun camera to use. now with the GO 3 and the 3S the small size really makes it nice because for one its not as big as the gopro or osmo action, you can put it on your hat, or on your shirt while doing some stuff and you can take POV videos with it. I guess my issue then is that the battery life without its pod is a bit small. But ye that size is very convenient.

[@RichWithTech]

Do you need to connect it to an app on your phone for data collection or can you just use it as a camera out the box?

[@IanTed]

Data is collected in every transaction you make in life, has been even before digital data, get educated or live in a cave😢

[@RichWithTech]

@@IanTed Here I am asking if there is a phone app *required* to use the camera. Perhaps you could use your titan intellect to enlighten me, since you're so "educated"

[@ZanyZoomers]

@@RichWithTechhi, you connect it to the insta 360 app when you first get it to get the new firmware etc. then you can use it independently as you have asked. Same as the ace pro, you can use the app if you wish for the gimmicky stuff, or just stick a usbc into the camera and your laptop and it will download into whatever software you use.

[@RichWithTech]

@@ZanyZoomers Thanks for your response! After the initial connection with the App is it possible to delete the App and still use the camera, unless you need a firmware update?

[@ZanyZoomers]

@@RichWithTechI believe so yes. Obviously it’s handy to have to app as it can act as a remote for the camera, but to answer your specific question then yes you can delete the app and still use the camera.

[@chongenze104]

How much footage can you get with 128GB with 4K 30fps?

[@walkwithelii]

hello dear friend How is the light of these cameras at night? Does it shoot clearly and does it not shake?

[@theizi]

Fantastic review! Quick question: does it come with a button that says 'Make me look fabulous'? 😎📸

[@biegiemdocelu]

What is the battery time of 4K 30?

[@dcmdetects]

I am looking at Insta 360 cameras and I have watched all of your reviews. Thank you for the great reviews.I use my camera mainly for my metal detecting content. It looks like the Ace Pro, The X3 or 4, or the 360S could all be great choices but I am a bit stuck on choosing a camera now, lol. I am ready to get away from my GoPro, it frustrates me to no end.

[@RealTanay1]

please tell me how did james mount it to his bike

[@thewittyguide]

Hi, u had mentioned that there is haptic feedback, but many other reviewers said there isn’t? Thank you!

[@sergey.romanenko]

Is it possible to turn off all recording LED ? As it is on GoPro camera

[@Silverbeardedsurfer]

Black electrical tape?

[@WaynesWorldStudioVancouver]

Bought this few days ago, did notice a lot of important is not noted on the video! Battery life SUCKS big time, Build in battery and memories are NOT GOOD! The whole unit is NOT waterproof! Only the pod is NOT the pod housing! For the price I do not recommend unless u have extra, returning my unit next week!

[@monstermayank]

How much is the battery life? and what do you mean by memories not good?

[@rewindcrochet7]

@@monstermayankit shoots approx one hour video in 4k and less than one hour in 2.7 k

[@monstermayank]

@rewindchildhood153 Thats while inside the pod or out of it?

[@WaynesWorldStudioVancouver]

⁠@@monstermayankin real world 4k 30 minutes or so out off the pod, useless. The card 128 fill up quick! The pod only waterproof only! Go figure it out when use this in the shallow of water!

[@monstermayank]

@WaynesWorldStudioVancouver I'm looking to shoot bts while shooting weddings and street. 30 minutes would be too less I think, and recharging and offloading data would be cumbersome I suppose. Idk what's a good alternative. I cannot wear gopro chestmounts

[@sergeiooo]

Hello Please tell me, it is very important for me... which camera should I choose insta 360 go 3s or ace pro??? I shoot vlogs... I am a truck driver... thank you very much

[@danielaniq]

Is the go series footage really that noisy even in plain daylight?

[@jinhuyussuf1944]

Thank you, nice video 🤟🏾👍🏾

[@longfordhugmie]

please explain about sd card thanks

[@DropPCTV]

I have this Insta go 3S and I love it. I also have a bunch of other cameras, maybe three or four different ones that I use for different things I got this because of how tiny the camera was specially in the pod or I should stay out of the pod. I like that it’s waterproof and I also bought the waterproof case in case if I wanted to bring both underwater, but like I said, I find it to be inexpensive and I use my cameras for different things. I have another one. I forget the name that the top piece comes off and it’s magnetic so I could sit it on top of my car, but I could also move it left or right up and down Something I can’t use my car that I will be uploading soon. It’s great to be in 2024. We have so many options and inexpensive for a few thousand dollars. You could get yourself a few different cameras and play with them is pretty what you’re getting and how many different devices I have for the price. Sorry this is a little wonky. I’m using voice to text. I hope to get up soon as. Great video by the way.

[@joelconolly5574]

Realistically speaking, the Go 3 was already a good all rounder. Unless you're looking for 4K for some reason, this is not an upgrade from your Go 3.

[@TankTheSpank]

Does this over heat when shooting 30 minutes in a room?

[@bradcast]

​@@ExposureCompensationThis just isn't true. I'm in Central California, currently having days over 100°, camera just does not overheat. Can run it 4k until the battery is dead. What's with all these people attacking this camera with completely made up stories? GoPro is the bottom of the pack now, they're just not reliable, both DJI and Insta360 make GoPro look stupid now... get over it.

[@NoahLife97]

This is so cool!

[@johnorton4418]

Dji osmo action 2 vs insta360 go 3s? Which has better details in 4k? Which is better for pov?

[@markr041]

The new MEGA view POV is unique - wide view but almost no vertical distortion (bending), and much less crop than Linear. No other action cam has it.

[@johnorton4418]

@@markr041 ok. Still wide view is very much needed for pov

[@pramodkoushiktr]

is it durable?

[@ZanyZoomers]

Hahaha I thought my lens was loose, it’s the lens cover! 😂 🙏

[@gideondkhar993]

Is it waterproof

[@glennreviews5171]

It is a massive problem that you can't read files directly from the camera using a cable. It is wifi only and you need the app. The only slight work around is the quick reader which is another £45.99 and is sold out. Really this is a scam because working without it is not good.

[@ElectronicsNerd]

filming at apple infinite loop? Nice!

[@Thetechchap]

indeed! Took it along with me to WWDC

[@LaGiaGarcia]

Why are you driving on the wrong side of the road?😁

[@fathimathshahuza8945]

UK drives on the opposite side of the road lol

[@brenang1128]

Still no memoey card slot so its a NO😩

[@rhoderzau]

I wonder why some reviewers have said they were asked to not mention it was a sponsored review and The Tech Chap wasn't asked. A sudden change in direction perhaps? Or maybe The Tech Chap is large enough and has left enough positive reviews that they felt they didn't need to.

[@pandasdreamlygon]

sponsered yikes.. insta360 isnt being honest. they tell reviewers to say nothing bad

[@Thetechchap]

That's never been my experience. They simply give me the product, send me a spec sheet, and let me play.

[@Vedrajrm]

@@Thetechchapbut you make sure to highlight the good stuff so you keep getting the next cameras as well?

[@markr041]

​@Vedrajrm That's not insta360 not being honest. Think of the video guy as a salesperson showing off the product. He is not lying, and in comments we can ask questions.

[@dougieripley2095]

Personally I watch videos I enjoy and press the like button if it I find value. If a need more info I'll write a comment to ask for more info instead assuming. If I need more info I watch more videos. Thetechchap provides quality content hence his subscriber count. Proof is in the pudding.

[@joeys-wooden-spoon]

It's not a review.

[@blitzeria-eu]

Really tempted on getting one! Only thing, holding me back is the missing inputs for external mics. Hopefully we will see that in an GO 4? 🤓

[@Thetechchap]

Yeah maybe! Could always use your own external mic separately but I get it'd be more convenient

[@MatBennett-u9q]

dude please, in pounds please! your in the UK. :)

[@Thetechchap]

£349 :)

[@mogensen84]

Your? 😂

[@bathams]

How about giving a heads up on the over priced accessories you had shown. Bitrate they claim isnt true, no 60 fps or 10 bit colour, didnt mention these in the video. One thing to add, theres no way to add an external mic and noise reduction is rubbish , by having an option to add an external mic would help. Theres more honest video on this product, i guess being a paid promotion i didnt expect much from this average, what ever this video is .. poor sales pitch i guess

[@zionstuart1927]

FRONT ROW WALKED SO THING CAN RUN IYKYK😂😂😂😂😂

[@cdc-covid-1929]

That other blogger that was reviewing the camera was Jaime Rivera from Pocket now 😅

[@rafazj]

Stay safe boys and use protection 😂😜😉

[@TravelPalettes]

❤

[@dainelio]

"Use protection, boys and girls" did not fit your content.

[@Patty_BeGood]

5:47 Sembra Andrea Galeazzi, è diventato il nuovo trova Waldo😆 @AndreaGaleazzi

[@MarXx_91]

the other guy (creator) looks like @Andrea Galeazzi

[@alessius2000]

5:47 grande hahaha! @AndreaGaleazzi