Insta360 ONE RS vs. ONE X2 vs. ONE R

[@MrMaryhinge]

Still using my original one X, no issues, no need to upgrade and for anything commercial use the Trisio, occasional 360 videos and the old one X does the job

[@Chuck8541]

Ooh, im gonna like this one!

[@Chuck8541]

I ordered the One RS Core +4K boost…only because I didn’t buy the 4K for the R. My One R hopefully should sell soon on eBay. My RS is sitting in customs in Alaska at the moment…

[@bryanciacco4181]

Great video I still own the original R1 Twin edition which is still going strong

[@2parkway]

Thank you for the review. I currently have the X2 and was thinking of upgrading to the One R . This video helped me decide. Will be sticking to the X2 for a while.

[@ofer3877]

Thank you for being honest in your review!

[@thinkwithabhay]

Very honest Review. Thanks for that!

[@sunflowerx6947]

great video mate

[@pixelpeter3883]

Thank you Mr Ben for that comparison; was expecting some bigger differences to be honest. On YT videos shot in 360 with the One R (and RS) you quite often see stitching problems, or is it just me? My guess is, it's because the One R(S) 360 module needs to be more square and the lenses further apart, contrary to the X2, which is flatter by design with the lenses closer together and therefore is less prone to stitching hickups.

[@Sydney2217]

Just the comparison i need . Thanks a lot . Still procrastinating about 360 so these reviews are very helpful.

[@nevesnow]

hello! Could you please tell with which camera you recorded at 0:30s? thank you! I have a hero 8 but to make like shots inside a room it's quite bad, I need to have really a lot of light.. small sensor so.. looking for a good "real" camera for this purpose. :)

[@onnie1968]

Thank you for the honest review Ben :)

[@lukebohemian]

refreshing to see an honest review and not vloggers trying to upsell and create a sense of FOMO. Thanks so much 👍🏼

[@BenClaremont]

My pleasure!

[@battle_p9291]

Thanks for the comparison video Ben! I've had the Insta360 One R for the last 2 years, and I was contemplating on upgrading to the Insta360 One RS. I decided against making the purchase after watching your review. My camera is still in great condition, so I'll continue to use it until something down the road comes along with significant improvements.

[@lambo79]

Nice review. Does the one rs have flowstate stabilisation when shot in portrait mode?

[@e172006]

Hey thanks for the comparisons.. would you be able to recommend a action cam suitable for filiming small sided football games?(5 a side) I guess I need one with a really wide angle. Thanks again!

[@scstudios8]

Gopro said they were going to fill out their product lines to 3 main lines, which would be great. If that means we can get a prosumer 360 camera, that would be the one to go for, but who knows who will release what or when.

[@BenClaremont]

Here’s hoping they do 😁

[@funmbi9876]

amazing video 👏🏾

[@ozgurkucukoglu]

Hi , Can you comment on the 360 module sensor size? are they both 1/2.3 inch?

[@ReinQuest]

Did you try the Active HDR in low light?

[@davidyoshimoto]

I upgraded from the Go 1 to the Go 2 when it launched and was disappointed that less than a year later they released a Go 2 with more memory. So I completely agree that Insta360 subscribes to a policy of small incremental upgrades and you just need to be mentally prepared that there will be a newer one soon. Given all that. I did decide to jump into the One RS since I was still using the original One X, skipped the X2 upgrade. Any chance you can give us noobs a tutorial on when to use the 1 inch lens vs the 4k lens with the One RS? Maybe some recommended manual settings for different conditions like indoor vs outdoor and lighting vs low light?

[@BenClaremont]

Will definitely consider it 👍

[@MICKYLEAKSMGR-PRESIDENTCJWORLD]

From what I researched they don't sell the one inch or dual one inch lens module separately but only separate kits making it an extremely costly endeavor or one is forced to go with the One RS Twin Edition as Option! Quite irritating to see they finally went dual one inch but too bulky not for Moto Vlogging and NOT Waterproof! Nor available on Indian Online Shopping Platforms! Insta360 are willfully screwing up Big Time No HDR either on the Dual One Inch Lens! Things are Just Absolutely Pathetic is All I can say on the 360 Scene High Priced Garbage and 101 Additional Accessories to Buy to serve a single Purpose! MotoVlogging Evidence Records! Crying Shame despite all their Intellectual Property Theft of Ideas given by Regular Folk like ME! Michael Jude Emmanuel.

[@kernsworld]

Hi Ben, i have the one r twin edition & am planning to get another core since i have extra batteries. Do you think i should get the one rs core or the one r core is fine. There's barely difference in price where I'm at. Hoping to get your recommendation 😊

[@G-Nius87]

10:13 I thought so, but guess what, no single modules available for a while now. Can't replace the scratched 360 mod of my One R 😤🙄

[@HeythamKenway]

4K boost lens is more big, but more megapixels also, so, the pixels are smaller and negative in low light

[@19ab59]

Hi Ben, thanks for the vid. Question: I owned a X2 but it broke twice from the tripod mount during gravelrides. Do you think that the construction of the R en RS is better suited for this kind of use? I need to mount it on my handlebar. I miss my X2 :(

[@edtcempr245]

Any tip about edit videos for Insta ONEE RS? whats the min specs ?

[@PunjabiCyclist]

Solid review Ben, as I will be buying one at some point and was confused between Insta360 ONE X2 vs Insta360 ONE RS, I already own a GoPro Hero 8, so I wanted the 360 shots while cycling based on your recommendation I think the Insta360 ONE X2 is the way to go.

[@yvonnescookbook363]

Same here my friend so which one you wil buy?Is is the X2 or the RS

[@PunjabiCyclist]

@@yvonnescookbook363 X2 for the 360 shots

[@yvonnescookbook363]

@@PunjabiCyclist which is the latest model is it x2 or rs?Which one is good for vlogging?

[@recycl0ps890]

I have a insta 360 one(1st gen) I just saw matterport selling a gimbal called axis and it used a phone. I have a iPhone X. Wich would give me the highest quality for vr?

[@BenClaremont]

Haven’t used the Matterport rotator but will try to review it asap

[@Devinop]

Hello! What 360-camera your prefer for panoramic photo shoots? (1:36) - up to $600

[@Alzeil]

Hello Ben, I dont own any insta360 camera and was wondering what would you recommend if i am trying to get a camera for Vlogging, roadtrip and travelling purposes with friends and family. Probably will mostly for the video part for Instagram and social media purposes. Thank you, and i would appreciate it if you could give some recommendations.

[@tinatruong5644]

Random question - does the sd card cover piece on ONE RS fit the ONE R?

[@theg9750]

Very good video

[@J.Abadia]

Hey Ben! For that One X3 camera, what features would you like to see in it?

[@BenClaremont]

Bigger sensor, more accurate colours, higher photo and video resolution would all be welcomed 😁

[@joyfuldove5868]

What is the predict time for one x3 launch?

[@joyfulpyro2589]

One thing that got me to buy it though I have the one r with the 1 inch mod was the fact that I can zoom now and the active HDR. I use my One X for 360 video. I bought the 4k stand alone and the core bundle for my 1 inch mod making it now 5.4k. It also comes with a new case which now I will not need to screw the lense off. I also noticed some additional settings.

[@thevideoark]

Thanks for a very honest fair and objective review. Very helpful.

[@19ab59]

Hi Ben, did you ever try out the action remote with the One R or RS? On Reddit I read a lot of users experience pairing problems. I just bought one have the same issues. Hope you can shine a light on this matter. Greetz Ab

[@martinnovation1]

So if I can buy a Insta360 One X used, should I do that and save a 100 dollars and get a underwater housing, or just spend the money and get the X2 right away. Did they cripple the One X in the iphone software?

Ricoh one seem to have better hardware but not keeping up with software and features? Would be nice if one didn't had to choose between quality and features.

[@Smallfryunify]

I’m a bit confused here, I have/had the One X2 and I’m struggling to get decent quality from flat video from it. I’ve tried filming in 5.7K|30fps|Standard profile|Auto with a sunny day outside and did the editing in Insta360 Studio exporting at 4068x2880 with 200MB output and even though that’s the best I’ve managed to get, it’s still not great compared to say my iPhone 13 Pro video at 4K. In fact it looks pretty bad in comparison! So my question is, are you saying the One X2 does as good a job filming a 4K flat video even though the single lens has a lower resolution on it? Or if you take the video image from in 5.7K resolution using both lenses and take a 4K clip from it? Are you saying that’s is as good as the RS’s dedicated 4K Boost Lens filming at 4K? I’m returning the One X2 because I assumed it would be way better to get a 4K flat video from a camera lens more dedicated to that rather than a 360 lens where you are essentially cropping the image?

[@MrRGM10]

Sir for 1st timers vlogging on a budget , 360 x2 more than enough for motorcycling and trail bike?

[@DannyFyffe]

Ben, as I have told you on the last 2 videos on the RS, I appreciate your honesty. You are not negative, mean, hateful or any of that. You just speak the truth and I agree with you 100% except I would hope they would realize their mistake, quickly release the One R 2 that has real upgradability and so they can have sales. I looked forward to what we now know as the RS, but as you said, my One R is so good, there is nothing compelling about the RS. So again, your honesty, honor and integrity shine when you stand up like you have. I hope Insta360 watches, learns, apologizes and do the real upgrade soon.

[@BenClaremont]

🙏

[@johnykw]

Very nice video, may I know if I buy the RS, is worth upgrade to 1 inch Leica lens? Less people compare new 4K boost lens and the 1 inch Leica lens on the RS, thx

[@BenClaremont]

Yes definitely, 1-inch quality is better especially in low light

[@nathreed8444]

Thanks Ben, Awesome video. If I can get the One R twin lens kit for only $50 more. What one would you get?

[@theflyingdentist6858]

Hi Ben.I already own an Insta360 R with 4k, 1-Inch and 360 modules.I always use the last two of them.Do you think the new core can boost the image quality when using them?And what about sharpness and dynamic range differences between new 4k module and 1-Inch module?

[@llision0086]

Do we have loop-recording on the one rs with 360 modul?

[@Ghazkul666]

Just an observation, the new one, rs has a halo/glow effect to it from the window. Are you sure all lenses where cleaned before the test?

[@StatusForYOU123]

Can i install 360 lens in "Insta 360 RS 4k " edision later if the lens available separately ?

[@alexisbermisa9708]

Do you mind sharing a 6k cinematic sooc footage of the 4k mode for download?😁

[@davidfirth1]

You mention the RS' Flowstate, and not that the One R got 'quick' Flowstate in November's firmware release. The R does not have to have its files processed in the app, unless you want the higher quality processing. The RS is an upgrade, no doubt, but the R is still a good camera. I'll get RS cores at some point in the future, but I'll run my R cores for now.

[@teedek763]

I lost my gopro max last week and my gopro 8 broke down this summer, heard that gopro is not bringing out a new max2... I'm interested in the insta 360 one RS, is it worth it or should I better buy another gopro max? ps; yes I like to have an action cam and also a 360 cam What do you advice?

[@changachronicles3777]

What is going on with the hissing from the One X2 during the sound test? I never expected the sound quality to be that bad. I want a 360 cam for paragliding.

[@fallenbullseye]

Thank you for this video. Really indepth and exactly the questions I was looking for got answered. Was looking for X2 vs RS and you nailed it.

[@IdeasInfinityTV]

Which one do you considered to buy out of x2 and rs? I'm very confused now.

[@christinathepinkunicorn5878]

Perfectly timed upload Mr. Ben as I'm looking to upgrade from a DJI Pocket 2 - for a mix of action cam use and 360 filming so I don't have to worry about framing at the time of filming. Modular seems the way to go. The Pocket 2 would overheat in 10-20 minutes when filming and disconnect from it's wifi connection to the phone app. Have you experienced anything like this with the modern Insta360 line?

[@BenClaremont]

Hey- not really as I usually don’t record longer than 20 minutes at a time. In hotter climates though all of them will have the potential to overheat with long recording times 👍

[@Francesco420]

I would just like to know which one suits me more between the x2 and the RS only for the fact of portability on the head and chest

[@DerbyRojo]

bro your prediction was right: the next release was the X3... should i buy the X3 or the RS?

[@BenClaremont]

X3

[@LenkaKarban]

Would you recommend Trisio Lite 2 also for outdoor 360 photography? I can imagine advantages of Trisio solution for indoor (e.g. no wind, stable light conditions) but not sure for outdoor. Thx.

[@BenClaremont]

It would be fine in non windy conditions with little movement

[@thienangel9118]

Your experiment is quite interesting, I hope you give some tips about onex2 camcorder

[@pictainment]

Does the 360 One RS Frame also fit on the Insta360 One R ? Thank you!

[@BenClaremont]

It does not

[@MrPhilbautista]

I know it's not a 360 camera but, Insta360 is coming out with the Insta360 Cube. It's a "Go Pro Session" type of camera and I wonder if you have any insight on it.

[@GeirNordli]

any huge difference in video quality between insta360 one x2 and insta360 EVO?

[@pankajaneja2758]

Which one is good to buy X2 or RS for professional level 360 video and 360 virtual tour shoot and vlogging videos . Pls also suggest option for 360 video by drone while drone completely become invisible.

[@splashvideonyc]

What I would like to know is why after shooting crystal clear video with these cameras - my exported .mp4 looks good in Quicktime, good on KZbin but terrible in Oculus?

[@BenClaremont]

Try exporting with a h265 codec

[@Hitnrun69ify]

Great video Ben, thank you for being honest 👍I currently have the OneR and you mentioned I can buy pieces of the of the OneRS which parts should I be buying to continue using my OneR? I also have the 1" Mod already along with battery boost for my OneR. Please advise thank you.

[@MuhammadIkhwan95]

I owned Insta360 One R twin edition. but seems 360 camera mode easily got overheated just about 15min recording and fogging apears in my 360 camera mode, it's annoying when i record for my motovloging. 😢

[@fishycomics]

nov 2020 the X2 came out, so i say Nov 2022, Do i want a 360 camera, my Gear 360 sits on the shelf. think not. i will wait-n-see. thank you for being honest about what to get and all.

[@atikameg73]

I don't have audio on my One X2. Am I doing something wrong?

[@Bs_sohi]

quite amazing review 👌 ben u r great 👍 also i enjoy the video as you edit so smooth 😎 bcoz i buy one rs & its difficult to adjusting 360 view great done man

[@DMartina76]

I can buy insta one twin kit 120€ less than RS. which would buy you? Thanks for your reply and for your nice video

[@rainerstehr]

Thank you, Ben, for your insight, as always. I still happily have the original OneX. After seeing this, I will wait for the OneX3, instead of upgrading to one of these three models.

[@EverydayRoadster]

I'm so much into shop for a OneX2, but what's holding me back is the questionable product politics of Insta360 in the past.Older products like my OneX have been purposely crippled in features for no other reason than to push customers into newer products, which are not better at all. So I'm going to wait for a X3 I guess.

[@Flonic]

Yeah but when do you think they will release a one X3?

[@ChristianSmith-ei8yp]

@@Flonic the day after he finally buys a new 36” camera 😂

[@notsocreative]

Thank you so so so much Ben! Perfect comparison on every single details and as usual honesty (which can be hard to get lately). Even your subtle humour leaves everyone else "in the dust" 😁 Thanks again 📸

[@Massygo]

I bought the insta360 RS twin edition, no comment about this, its great.

[@1jejovica]

Greetings Please, X2 or RS for 360 photo for virtual tour? Only one of this two is option.

[@BenClaremont]

They will look the same… I would go for something newer

[@1jejovica]

@@BenClaremont thanx for reply. I agree with you, but it is not possible to buy Trisio 2 Lite in Serbia. She would suit me best.

[@rawbbingmysellph7464]

3:05 you owe that coffee that i just spit..

[@emilie1977]

Please more details for photography

[@BenClaremont]

Such as? Like I said I do not recommend these cameras for photography when there are much better options out there.

[@gungravex1988]

I'm new to the whole action camera. Should I get the one r or the one rs?

[@BenClaremont]

Watch this video for the answer 😂

[@husamabdelkhaliq]

i dont know but app and camera (one RS) are not usually connect that easily, i hated how many times it failed to connect and cant detect the cam wifi. i really search for another app to control the cam (one RS) if there is any.

[@elvinitto]

Hello Ben. Thank you for your updates on insta360 lineup. I am using my original insta360 one X and so far happy with it. BTW, no mention on whether the insta360 one X owners should consider upgrading or not :) Also, can you please review the labpano products as I am interested in GSV supported cameras most. It is sad that insta360 ONE X2 and newer models and app does not support it. Any alternatives you may suggest? Go Pro MAX? Pilot One (EE)?

[@flash301]

Just to warn everyone who gets the new one rs 4k the freewell nd filters won't fit I brought some via amazon and they won't stay on so having to send them back

[@andrewfinck6320]

How do you feel about your predictions now Ben with the release of the Insta RS One Inch 360? :D Also thanks for this, was considering upgrading my One R to the X2, but now I think I might just upgrade a few accessories and wait for the X3 :)

[@kplatagaw]

Awesome content! I've been debating whether to get One X2 or One RS (I am currently using the Go 2), so i think in long term, I would save 'big' by going directly on One RS since its modular, unlike in One X2 since the 360 lens can't be replaced when scratched.

[@huyked]

Yeah, that's my same reasoning, in case I get the 360 lens scratched. But the module is, I'm guessing, going to be $299... cheaper, yes, but not cheap. But the thing is, as of now, they're not even offering that as a standalone thing to buy. Maybe it's because the RS is just released. Edit: But right now, the footage as seen here, seems like the ONE X2 is sharper than the RS.

[@kplatagaw]

@@huyked Agree with you, the image quality is just superior in One X2 for the 360, perhaps these can be fixed with future Firmware updates since it is still fairly new as well. Perhaps in time, they'll offer the 360 module separately for purchase (or even as a replacement purchase with a discount if ever). Overall, I'm still sold to the One RS as one-for-all use.

[@huyked]

@@kplatagaw Another problem I'm discovering, which I hope isn't in the RS, is that in the One X2, for continuous recording, there is a blank, non-recorded section between video files of up to 20 seconds! That's been reported by this man: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3uZZmmrob6Xhpo I sent a message to Insta360 just 10 minutes ago. I hope I get an answer from them.

[@trainroomgary]

I have the same iMac you have, 27 inch. I still like using the GoPro Player and the GoPro Max. 🇺🇸 Gary 🇺🇦

[@brunovigil3754]

Why is it only for insta onex2 , one RS and One R? What happened with the One X.

[@BenClaremont]

Some of them are, check shotlab to see what’s compatible with One X

[@ViciousXUSMC]

So much about no new release in 6 months! I have the RS and based on the cost difference of buying the entire new 1" 360 @ $800 or Upgrading for $650, I think it's time to send the RS back, the way they price it just doesn't make the modular nature worth it for my use case. So its either all in for the new 1" or downgrade to the X2 to get something cheaper, more portable, and lighter.

[@relaxvideo3d]

Yes, One X3 with 8k video and 12k photo would be very nice for my Quest2 :)

[@thegangstagentle]

It really bugs me that my OneR has terrible sound and the RS isn’t much better. Because of the sound I want the DJI action 2. So my real question Is when Insta360 will figure out the built in microphones and how quality adapter for external are done.

[@joseangel81081]

GoPro Max, insta RS+360 or Insta X2? Only 360 photo and video.

[@triwahyu6952]

Can the 360 ​​one r lens be used on one rs? Please answer

[@BenClaremont]

No

[@shubinternet]

The One RS also seems to have less color fringing around super bright lights.

[@RamonLinares]

I am still using the original One X and I don't see a reason to update. And that's worrisome for the consumer 360 camera market.

[@princeT-369]

Ben, i don't own any so m not upgrading...hence, which 1 wld u recommend for video on a bicycle RS or X2? appreciate your feedback. ps. the audio is better on the RS then X2

[@robertkribs9513]

I have the same question and after this video I am thinking RS. Let me know if you decide first

[@princeT-369]

@@robertkribs9513 i'm leaning towards the x2 but rumor has it x3 will b out this yr. from what I have read, x2 has better 360 over rs and the only + for having the rs is the 1" sensor mod

[@huyked]

@@princeT-369 I wonder about waiting for the X3, too. Do you recall where, or how accurate that conjecture for a release this year is? And which month? If you can point me to the source, I'd love that.

[@princeT-369]

@@huyked sinta360 wont tell u so its pretty much an educated guess based on previous release so, the x2 is over a yr old n it's due for an upgrade. it may come or it may never but if u need the x2 or rs just buy it cos wen the x3 comes out u can always trade in although u will lose out on initial purchase price but u get to shoot some cool freaking shots. i hv already ordered my x2 n I will trade in as soon as the x3 comes out.

[@huyked]

@@princeT-369 What you say is true. Now I just gotta make up my mind if I want the X2 (sharper video, and seemed to have more grass detail), or the ability to replace damaged modules (lens).

[@vanraj9394]

I had oneR and it broke down. Insurance company asking me to replace with OneX2. I asked them for OneRS but They ask for extra money. What should I do? I still have 360 lens. Thanks

[@BenClaremont]

Take what you can get, all are good choices

[@DerHeitzer]

I've just ordered the RS yesterday and after seeing this video, I still think it was the right choice. I was using the Insta360 EVO, until it fell on the lenses. I will probably miss the VR180 3D mode, but I don't want to wait until there comes a better one, if ever.

[@pictainment]

There is a VR 180 version for the one RS It was made for drone footage but with an Accessoire it can be used as vr180 dual lens.

[@arctic_ita]

No wait, you actually said that the "inbuilt stabilization" is a minor change to upgrade the core? Man, that's basically the ONLY reason to upgrade, because it's the main biggest feature that the R is lacking if compared with the competitors (GoPro). As a Insta360 R and Gopro10 user (I own both cameras), I had to stop using the 360 because every damn video i did on the Insta360 had to be exported and passed thought their app, while on the GoPro I have the stabilized videos out of the box (memcard). This only change makes me considering to use the Insta360 again, buying the new core, if not because the 1" lens is awesome. Only downside is that now I've to spend 300€ to have it.

[@BenClaremont]

Fair enough that it’s big for you, but overall it’s not a ‘must have’ feature for most, especially since you could easily do it through the Insta360 apps before.

[@mdturnerinoz]

Ben: Thanks for your "brutal honesty"; irrespective of it I did get one even though I have the I360 R; I've got Camera GAS, what can I say! :0))). BTW I love my ONEE X 2 for no other reason than the bigger screen for my aging vision; a One X3 will be on order when one comes along. I've got serious GAS! :0)))

[@yuidfbse]

For years Insta360 keeps selling the same camera again and again and again instead of actually innovating and coming out with truly different product with proper upgraded IQ and better/bigger sensors. All the enthusiasm and interest I had in 360 gear has faded away to nothing. This is a stagnant market segmentation with products that have all become lame and thoroughly boring.

[@LnZ_Blu]

Damn right. Gopros doesn't care about their costumers........ Wait

[@beiderbeck81]

one x2 has steady cam mode, the R and RS do not have this feature.

[@vantagepointdarjeeling007]

One R claimed 5m waterproof, but in 3m it got damaged. Repair out of warranty in India was equal to the new purchase. The Core of One RS is costing Rs.21,000, where I can get the new One RS at Rs.29,500. Where the company is indirectly encouraging to buy a new camera instead of repairing or buying one single half.

[@Davidyateman360]

Maybe one day we will get a 360 1 inch camera 🤔👌

[@BenClaremont]

That day was 2 years ago with the Theta Z1 😉

[@nunesgil-3668]

Why not 360 one R for virtual tours?

[@BenClaremont]

Because there are much better options

[@steve2007h]

Great comparison and conclusion of all three cameras. I was curious, what setting was the sharpness set on the one RS? Was it default very high or is there a better sharpness you recommend for flat video like the 4K and 1inch? Thank you.

[@3RILLUMINATI]

It is recommended to go Low sharpness as it produces better quality and smooth video