Insta360 OneX2 VS OneRS 1 Inch 360 (Not as good as I thought!)

Hi all,
Since Insta360 had released their new camera I have seen so many questions from people as to whether the new camera is worth the upgrade and simply put, with the price tag is has, I'd say NO!
In low light it's a great camera, but is it worth the price? Depends how much money you have to burn.
Hope this comparative video helps you all out in making your decision.

[@DebashishKumar123]

More sharpness and better resolution also means that you can zoom in a lot more into the 1 RS 360 for better footage. Having said all of that, for your purpose, X2 is much better as you wont be reframing too much and the extra 90g lighter model will probably work better for you.

[@gosv20]

Hello thanks for the test. I also share my experience, I need panoramic photos for my work, the purpose is to let customers choose outdoor environment (mainly static photos), just like some hotel websites. When I first started to use ONE X2, the picture quality is very poor, on the phone may not feel, but on the PC, ONE X2 obviously no details, such as lush plants, or some mesh objects, the details of the photo is always blurred, the low light environment is worse, the left and right two lenses are always bright and dark color difference, This defect also appears after your running video "5:40", the X2 I am very unhappy. I tried various settings but there was no solution. It wasn't until I upgraded to the ONE RS 1Inch Leica that it got very, very noticeably better, especially when it came to the strong contrast between light and dark, I was amazed at the improvement, my clients could no longer see the blurred leaves and could finally see the details on the grass, I truly think the 1Inch Leica is great for business use, but it's not a sports camera for life. Thank you for reading this far

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Thanks for sharing your experience, it’s great to have such feedback to help others who may be watching this video. I have made a few other running videos with the OneRS 1inch since this review. I have more room to play with the colours and contrast than I did with the OneX2, but it’s still not so clear cut as to if it’s worth the extra money. Hopefully with the way tech is moving there is more focus on 360 cameras and the quality vastly improves

[@formattester6]

i own both of these cameras and will say the 1 inch is notably better than the X2 IMO. across the whole frame the 1 inch is clearer than the X2. i feel like the 1 inch will mix more smoothly with my Sony and Canon cameras vs the X2. it is almost twice as expensive so for a lot of people they might not want to spend that much and i understand. i will still use the X2 at times but it will collect a lot more dust going forward.

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

In regards to video quality it is better indeed, it's a shame that at that price you're not getting much more in apart from that though. Shame it's not waterproof like the OneX2

[@formattester6]

@@itsfortheloveofrunning i too wish it was waterproof.

[@waynosfotos]

Yes that is my use case. 👍

[@EspenJohan]

The 1 inch has sharper image. But I dont see the point using the bigger camera, need to be waterproof. So I think the OneX2 is better for sports. You got a new subscriber from Norway 🇧🇻

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

I only think the 1Inch Is better in low light, otherwise the OneX2 is pretty much better value for money in every other way!

[@EspenJohan]

@@itsfortheloveofrunning I had the oneX2 sold it. Don't like the the editing prosess. But it's a fun camera, maybe I should buy it again. I'm a runner to 🏃👍, but mostly on trial's

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

@@EspenJohan yea the editing process can be a bit tedious at times. I do the reframing on a desktop now, and I do it as soon as I transfer the footage over so when I sit down to do the rest of the editing, the hard part is done

[@waynosfotos]

I have been closely looking at this camera. I currently have a gopro MAX. The GoPro MAX has a excellent mic and is a fun camera, but as soon as it gets overcast, picture is mashy. In your comparison the new 1 inch is heaps better. It looks more like a proper camera and not like a action camera. Thanks for the review. Think i am sold on the 1 inch. 👍

[@fyrTV]

I definitely canceled my order for the 1 inch. Sht quality. It was never actually ever any good, now its just slightly better. We need 12k honestly before it can look decent enough.

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

It’s a shame but it’s just not good enough for the $$$$

[@waynosfotos]

I think you are looking at the wrong things here. It is not about sharpness. The new 1 inch gives a more natural look, like a proper pro-sumer camera, and hasn't got that action camera look. For me it is worth it as i hate how the 360 cameras look mushy on a overcast day. It is clear when you review the image in the video it is much better quality. It all depends on your use case. I shoot with pro cameras so want something better to mix in the footage.

[@pcofranc]

4:42 - Angle of view is much WIDER on the 1 inch vs X2.

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Yea I agree

[@canadatravel65]

Very 👍 good video! When you export the reframed video, is it just 1080 or can it be exported in 4k?

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Thanks, I set the export resolution to 4K, so on KZbin 4K is an option, but the quality isn’t like true 4k

[@anups7958]

Good video. I can see that picture quality wise 1 inch is better - brighter and better colors, more detail - than the X2.

[@alcozome]

Thank you for this video - 👏👍!

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Thank you for watching

[@phila3884]

I have the 1-inch. It's a niche device for certain 360 photo/video projects, but most reviewers agree it's not the best action cam. For what I'm using it for, it's worth the price.

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Do tell, what are you using yours for? Virtual tours?

[@phila3884]

@@itsfortheloveofrunning Night sky timelapses of the northern lights. Usually involves setting the camera on a tripod or similar.

[@JBalancio]

Were the video settings set manual or on auto? Using manual settings while filming is a great way to yield comparison results.

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

I'm generally always using Auto, because when I run, I'm typically running through environments when there is change in the surrounding light. I've tried manual exposure before when it came to low light runs, BUT the instant the sun comes out everything becomes a mess

[@JegErAlan]

As someone who also makes no $$$ off KZbin, I am especially glad I found your channel…although you’ll never catch me running. :-) With the darker footage, which one had more accurate color? To me, the X2 seemed to have more definition in things like the clouds.

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Thanks for that, never say never re the running though 😂 I think if we look at more accurate colour, I would say the OneRS 1inch has better dynamic range and you have more capabilities with colour grading. But not much of a difference at the end of the day

[@JegErAlan]

@@itsfortheloveofrunning I’ll admit I have never color-graded a video, so the X2 works well. As for running…maybe once I get my weight down. I’d like to do a “Couch to 5K” again, but the knees couldn’t take it at this point. I do love my bicycle though. :-)

[@awesomeblossom2417]

Welcome to the world of photography/videography. People will pay twice as much for something for a fraction of the benefit. Surprisingly, its cheaper than the other 360 cameras of similar quality on the market.

[@waynosfotos]

Yep

[@pantainn]

And now they have the X3, glad I've waited that out. Still wondering how's the comparison with their newest with the RS 1". It is getting a little confusing: RS, RS 1", X3,...

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

But what I can tell. The X3, in terms of video qualities the same as the OneX2. The photo sensor is better so you’ll get some nice Timelapse’s and photos but for video the OneX2 and X3 are the same. So the RS 1inch captures more detail than both the OneX2 and X3. I personally would pick the OneRS 1 inch over the X3 unless you need something waterproof and if you have the $$$$ to spend

[@pantainn]

@@itsfortheloveofrunning Yes waterproof (actually rainproof), pocketfriendliness and light weight are a thing. I wouldn't dare to put the RS 1" on a 3M selfie stick which I love doing very regurarly.

[@DebashishKumar123]

Its not the lenses which are 1 inch, it is the sensors. And the .3k of difference then means a whole other thing. Because the sensor is almost 4 times bigger than the sensor on X2, the pixel size is that much bigger too - which is why the better performance in low light. Larger pixels means they capture more light. And the sharpness is also much better.

[@z352kdaf8324]

The sensors are not 1". They are 1" type. They are about .62" on the diagonal.

[@waynosfotos]

It is not really sharpness it is less noise. Which gives a cleaner and more pleasing image.

[@fullsendmotorsports77]

The colour grading makes a huge difference with the X2 in those low light conditions

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Yea you're right. The OneX2 definitely needs colour grading to try to brighten up some of the shadows aswell, otherwise it's a mess 😂

[@falconvelocity]

​@@itsfortheloveofrunning But clearly they're different times as the footage doesn't match. I'm sure you did it within the same hour, but it's difficult to compare if the actual lighting is slightly different. Not saying you're wrong, but it does change the outcome slightly. How the Insta manages the stich lines is just as important as colour grading, and you could see the One X 2 struggling with the stitch lining in a couple of scenes where the 1inch 360 did not. It's clear from these shots the 1inch is actually a lot better in the detail areas, and is no question an upgrade. But as usual it comes down to money, and if it's worth £500+ or not.. and the answer is clearly no way in hell!

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

@@falconvelocity you're right, BUT this is a 1k loop, so it took me about 5 minutes to run with one, then I was swapping straight over to the other. So they were within minutes of each other. Agreed the details are sharper on the 1inch, but also agree that it's not worth the extra. Thanks for looking at my video

[@ClassicCyclingCC]

Am not impressed by the image quality of either cam. I don’t think 360 cameras are ready for prime time. They are getting closer but no cigar…..at least not yet.

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Hopefully soon we’ll done something really make it’s mark in the consumer level products

[@kenric1460]

Good comparison 👍

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Thank you, thanks for watching

[@karmaschannel6944]

The x2 looks slightly more stable 🤔🧐

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Might have a bit to do with the weight of the camera too, not as easy holding it stable as the OneX2.

[@karmaschannel6944]

Kindly seems like they said 1" sensor will sell it. Everything else is good enough. They didn't really upgrade anything. I think they could have got the same results upgrading the x2 with better components and a fresh processor.

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

It's exactly what it seems like, I wish they also didnt make it a modular, because you lose the waterproof ability too. They should have made a OneX with the Leica lenses

[@michaelcirlos150]

What one is better for slow mo

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

I would suggest the OneX2 is better for slow Mo as you can film in 100fps with it BUT at a reduced resolution. So the quality won't be amazing but the OneX2 is more flexible for slow mo

[@michaelcirlos150]

@@itsfortheloveofrunning I wonder what the result would be doing slo mo with the 1 inch

[@waynosfotos]

I do feel you will be disappointed with the quality on slow-mo, they are pretty mushy. If you want to shot slo-mo i would look at different cameras.

[@wavawes]

I think you need to do a low light comparison. And colour grading one footage and leaving other makes it not fair :)

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

There is low light but no night time shots. The second half of the video are low light. Also both videos are colour graded not just one

[@wavawes]

@@itsfortheloveofrunning well video on the right has more greener grass so ofc that will look better. Just saying. Im looking through different vids to decided which one to buy 🤣

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

@@wavawes no dramas at all mate, mine certainly isn't the most in depth review by far. I think this shows the greater dynamic range of the 1inch, being able to control saturation a little better

[@wavawes]

@@itsfortheloveofrunning I live in the UK and weather is crap here it’s a dead country…. So I need the low light and if there not that much difference I would just get the x2 ….. hmmm if you selling your rs1inch let me know 🤣

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

@@wavawes yea honestly if you are willing to spend the money, the 1inch Trumps the onex2 in low light very well. If I get some more time I'll get some more videos done in low light..I have seen some good night videos on KZbin for these comparisons. Good luck, it's a hard call 😂

[@alexgoriatchenkov]

Like, let say , one inch nice camera comparison with full frame cam; price difference in 4 plus times...but people buying anyway... Please better compare this one inch 360 with some one inch 360 with cost twice or more, will be more interesting...

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

The only 360 camera I have seen that shows substantial improvement are the Insta360 titans but there's no way you could do sports with one of them

[@runningwithaj]

Woah 1349 is a massive investment. I do like the image a little more from the new one but like you say, very expensive!

[@itsfortheloveofrunning]

Haha yeah, you're right, it's one real commitment. It does give me a bit more peace of mind if the weather isn't too flash but it did hurt buying it 😂

[@waynosfotos]

I think you need to research what cameras cost, a pro-sumer (use for work) middle of the road removable lens camera is between 2-3k AUD body only (no lens) so as far as cameras go it is not expensive.

[@runningwithaj]

@@waynosfotos It's all relative though isn't it? A pro-sumer is very different to a hobbyist. From a hobbyist perspective, or someone who doesn't use a camera for work, that's expensive.

[@waynosfotos]

@@runningwithaj For sure, when it is bright sun my GoPro MAX gets okay footage. But it does look action camera look. I shoot with expensive cameras so I am just fussy. But for me this is the price of a small drone or gimbal. Whilst my cameras are heaps more. If it is only a fun camera yeah you don’t need it. But I can see the Dynamic range is heaps improved and that is what you pay for in the more expensive cameras, not resolution or sharpness.