Insta360 X3 vs Insta360 1-Inch 360 Edition: Which Should You Buy?

[@DetroitNinja]

Good video my Guy. I have the X3 for awhile now and it's good for daytime. I purchased the One-Inch RS 360 for day and especially night time filming on my motorcycle.

[@BommeltjeNL]

I had the X2 for two years and the X3 is a great update for it. I'm not doing much 'action' (no sea, no snow, no mountains overhere 😅). That's why I'm glad with my new 1-inch edition and the far better photo quality compared. The sensor of the 1-inch edition is 4 times larger (not 2 times as you say in the video). The wonderful resolution of the X3 is a great selling point, but the end result photos are only 18mp. They use pixel binning where 4 subpixels create 1 larger pixel (72:4=18). The 4 subpixels take in more light (and thus produce less grain), but the photos are still 18mp. By the way, I haven't had my 1-inch edition overheated yet. Just recorded an interval for 2 hours in full sun. No problems (knocking on wood) 😅

[@2011wk]

1/2 inch sensor is 51mm2 and 1 inch sensor is 116mm2

[@MelissaAtwell]

Thanks for this comparison video. The 1-inch 360 quality is SOooo much clearer! The video is beautiful, and the audio is significantly better fidelity. If you’re after quality, then the 1-inch is a no-brainer. If you’re looking more for an “action cam” that is lightweight and can get submersed in water, then the X3 is the obvious choice.

[@slowcyclist4324]

Thanks for the very short and sweet summary. Helped me make the call to go the X3. I really really want the noise control quality of the 1 inch, but as a cyclist and biker the slightly more rugged and slim profile of the x3 probably suits my needs more.

[@Fee.1]

Yea the resolution destroys the 1” for me though. It’s insane and makes no sense. It has less resolution and a fraction of the resolution choices as the X3. I don’t get it

[@Fee.1]

There’s not a single 60fps resolution option on the one inch

[@TheSaint226]

I don't understand why the audio would be so different

[@toosas]

I really want the 1ich version but the barely noticable difference in daylight makes it very hard to justify spending nearly 2x for it... there is just no way that 1inch sensor would produce such a pixel soup at output. It must be limited mbps throughput or bitrate options for saving in the app are not sufficient

[@Cthames123]

GREAT JOB and fantastic detail in comparing the differences/similarities in these two cameras. These videos don’t make themselves, and the time and detail put in really shows!

[@The360Guy]

Thank you :)

[@Haggis305]

Glad someone finally did a comparison. Thank you! I have the 1 inch coming on Tuesday, think I’m happy with the purchase. I was interested to see this comparison to help me make my mind up.

[@alexgoriatchenkov]

I using this cam for more then month now and very happy with results... Have a happy shooting times, lots of fun .

[@rookiery868]

Great video, thanks so much, I was planning to buy the 1-inch version, but I prefer the X3 after seeing your video, the difference between these two is not as significant as the price

[@DominiqLi]

I appreciate this video so much, thank you for making this! I bought the X3 with utmost certainty, then I suddenly questioned if I was missing out by not getting the 1-inch. Turns out the X3 is more than enough for my needs from watching this video. Thank you!

[@Ajkiwi001]

Yep, good summary. Thinking I'm going to have to go the 1" for the photo and low light stuff, but that's particular to my use case. I'm boggled that they haven't enabled the single lens shooting with the 1" via a firmware update yet!

[@The360Guy]

Same

[@Mr.ABFAHRT]

because you forced to buy the x3 then 😂 In my opinion the ONE RS kills them all! You can attach the 1inch 360modul to the one rs . I use it for MTB and i owned them all , the X2 or X3 is a weird size for a actioncam

[@Mikhail_S_P]

@@Mr.ABFAHRT how you mount 1” 360 for MTB? Do you have video to see stabilization?

[@PhilipLemoine]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video for us. Appreciate cha!

[@The360Guy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JaredRibic]

Thanks for doing this video. I didn't know that the 1-inch edition had overheating issues. I'm in a warm climate, so that's important to know. I'll probably go with the X3 for now, as I'll be shooting in daylight. I'd love to see Insta360 come out with an all-in-one 360 camera with a 1-inch sensor that does everything the X3 does.

[@RXP91]

Thanks for this - makes my decision for the X3 much easier. Great shots on holiday btw - looks like you had fun! 😀

[@edwardrobison3684]

Thanks for the comparison, pulled the trigger before you released this video and Got the 1 inch 2 weeks ago and used it for some professional filming on stages in low light and I was really blown away with the quality- especially coming from the one R and one X. …Ended up buying two of them :)

[@Icelandlover]

Thanks to you i ordered the X3. I have the original (that I will put on Marketplace now) that I greatly enjoyed for many years for my 360 vacation captures. Many vacarion 360 videos on my channel. The compactness amd less noticeable size is key when using in public.

[@anups7958]

Been looking for a comparison between these two…good job.

[@yuidfbse]

Thank you for the video and love your channel🤗 My take on these two cameras is very simple as I have used them both: they are 95% similar with the 1-inch definitely shooting a bit sharper video. However, dynamic range is horrible and all highlights are permanently blown. For some people this is not an issue and aesthetically they don't care. I do and I can't stand it, specially for a camera at this price point and supposedly with much higher quality sensors. Using HDR video mode on the X3 the image quality is far more pleasing to watch and balanced, not to mention, the audio quality is equally far far better than in the 1-inch. On the photography side, aside from low-light scenarios, the X3 again produces better results with far more detail and sharpness. However, out of the camera, the 72MP images tend to look a bit soft and can benefit from some extra sharpening and editing for optimal results. And of course, shooting RAW will yield the best possible quality specially for editing flexibility. In the end, both cameras are very good, whichever one you personally prefer and have more fun using will be the right one for you. Thanks again for your always awesome content❤️❤️❤️

[@mathiassiebert1217]

Thanks a lot for your answer. With that comparison of the 360guy it helped me a lot further.

[@toosas]

thank you for the input in helping me make up my mind

[@dreamndrive]

Thanks for the comparison! I had in mind to buy one of these for my car vlog and I was specially worried about low light conditions inside the car. Despite the one inch has definitely better quality they are way closer than I thought. The price difference, single mode and action capabilities makes the X3 the best option for me. Thanks for helping with your video!

[@loading876]

Are you still satisfied with your choice?

[@dreamndrive]

@@loading876 absolutely, however I should say that I've been using it less than I thought just because how long takes to reframe everything in editing... The one lense mode is comfortable and with quality enough for what I use it

[@beidoku]

Great comparison. More or less exactly what I was looking for. Thanx, mate!

[@EgorEremeev]

will go for x3. thnx for comparisson

[@anshubhatia6609]

Thanks for the video comparison. The once inch edition image quality isn't dramatically better than the x3 to justify the significant price difference.

[@JerryDavis]

You answered my questions. Thanks! Since I'll be using it for work, I'm going to opt for the 1-inch sensor.

[@HoratioBannister]

Super nice job! Just found you and subscribed. I am a professional photographer & videographer that is incredibly late to the 360 game. I found your videos very useful. Thanks!!

[@jacquespascual1387]

You deserve more subscribers. Keep it up and hope to see you have 1M subs in the future.

[@mommyniivoatzach0819]

thank you so much for your review..so much happy that I've purchased insta360 1 inch edition ❤❤❤

[@kuanjuliu]

My biggest beef with the 1-inch RS is that it doesn’t at all resolve the periodic smudging in low light due (presumably) to the image stabilization algorithm. I would’ve thought with the lower noise the 1-inch RS could’ve avoided that particular low-light bugaboo.

[@PKGMC]

Do they sell underwater case for the rs 1 inch? And where to buy if there is?

[@waynosfotos]

Hi insta if you are here? The inch (which i have) currently is not worth the bump in price. A histogram built into the camera in manual is needed. To get the best out of it without fluffing with the phone app. 10 bit colour A higher shutter speed. In bright sunlight it still clips the highlights. Also ease in and out in the mobile app. + Higher bitrate (inconjuction with 10 bit) Cheers insta

[@Ian_Woods]

As usual, clear with just facts and no hyperbole. From your examples here, seems to me, IF your target is KZbin, after it has done its compression thing to the video, I really cannot see the difference. So i think just price alone means the X3 is the better choice let alone its other advantages.😂. By the way you need to give amazon aff links to the camera as well as insta as there are many people, me included, who will NOT buy off of insta's website under any circumstances, as, let alone the possibility of bad service, we in spain, europe would lose our by law min 2 year garantee. Also you need to use, for amazon aff links, there global link not just link to the us store as you are doing.

[@The360Guy]

Will keep in mind!

[@WCWMidnight]

You mentioned different lenses for the 1 inch version, but I dont see that on their website. Where do you find them?

[@gregboyce360]

Great video. I have a OneX and am considering upgrading but I'd like to compare my video quality to the one inch. Any chance you could put 10 seconds unedited ungraded full 360 clip from the one inch for me/viewers to download? Thanks

[@HummingbirdUAV]

Nice comparison, I have the 1" but recently bought the X3 as a backup. One tip I can give is if you use the rubber lens cover wash it and let it air dry, that way it's clean inside. When in the field and the cover is removed put it inside a zip lock bag so that it remains clean. This way a scratched lens is avoided.

[@toosas]

hi, your input could be crucial for me - how noticable is the 1inch sensor improvement in day to day footage? Not knowing how people export their videos + youtube compression makes it very hard to see the benefits of the rs1. I need somebody sane who knows what they are doing to advise me. So far I have not been convinced by the quality to price ratio and am leaning towards the x3. Thanks in advance!

[@HummingbirdUAV]

The biggest difference is the low light picture quality. X3 has more noise in the picture.

[@toosas]

@@HummingbirdUAV thanks

[@ThierryMilherou]

Excellent review. You definitely helped me to make my choice.👌

[@ChrisOwenHalper]

Excellent video. My X2 broke and I am debating a repair, or upgrade to one of these.

[@davidmiles8855]

Thank you for realy great in depth review,you helped to make a right descision :)

[@letsgoletsgoletsgoletsgoletsgo]

i thinnk im gonna wait for the x4

[@juliacandra6924]

Thank you so much. This video is very very helpful 😊

[@verdedeleon82]

Thanks for the comparison!

[@jaqh29]

Very thankful for so great video!

[@unreal7909]

So the best choice for vrtours is the Insta360 1-Inch 360 Edition? Thanks for the video my Guy.

[@cezn]

i think ill go with 1inch just for 360 mode, since if i wanna do 1 lens mode im gonna use my dji pocket2

[@Rturbo_]

X3 for me it is! I plan to use it for riding a lot. Little walking but mostly for rides

[@rayspencer5025]

In all the comparison reviews I have seen, the X3 seems to have the better looking images in most cases.

[@sonicboom2000]

For more stationary applications how would the X3 compare to the zcamS1?

[@SirDodge]

I have the original 360 OneX and I'm thinking about the X3 and/or 1inch. I think I'm gonna go with the 1inch.. I'd like to have the low light performance..

[@orion_cinema]

Looks like you were hopping in the run with the 1-inch stability adjustments

[@MaxoticsTV]

Best videos on these cameras. THANKS! I just bought the X2. I wish I had discovered these things a while ago. I'm interested in the 1-inch for interviews. I'd want to maximize the quality. So I'd love to see you do an interview with someone with both the 1-inch and X3. Part table top. Part walking. Decent lighting. Thanks again!

[@marcelmuttner]

Is rs a big difference between the 8K time lapse of the X3 and the 6K of the 1 inch?

[@DonovanMediaCenter]

Does the one inch allow extraction of 4K video? Extraction of HD on the original One X was the most useful feature. Nice to mimic drone and jib shots.

[@WCWMidnight]

Where do i get the one RS 4K Boost Mod?

[@770hevron]

Good job!

[@behramcooper3691]

I just ordered the 1-Inch. Can it do HDR video?

[@adventuresofjandk]

Excellent video

[@sebastianong8492]

Can not compare if you use different stick/pole because of angle shooting different (hence lightning not same)

[@TheKayakCrew]

I couldn’t see much if any difference between the video quality of the 2 cameras in daylight conditions

[@garrygadget]

I'm surprised at the audio on your X3 as mine is so clear?

[@orhansnake9824]

The Image quality of the 1 inch Version is so much better man!

[@fenixkent9214]

Please make a video where you show how to combine one rs and one rs 1inch 360 modules.

[@anups7958]

Are there screen protectors or touch screen protection for the 1-inch.

[@piyusshsinghal9706]

Do you think the one RS 4K lens is better than the X3 video quality in Single Lens Mode? I wanted a camera for motovlogging

[@szymon5232]

Hi! Isn't Insta360 ONE RS 1-Inch too heavy for invisible sticks?

[@WCWMidnight]

No it is not. The only thing you cant use with it is the bullet thing because its too heavy

[@ExploringNature1]

Be good if you can do a video on the x3 how to do a time-lapse with raw photos

[@marcelmuttner]

Can it do time-lapse photography in RAW?

[@hassanareef5353]

Hi, thanks for the great video. how many megapixel is on single lense mode in insta360 x3?

[@The360Guy]

32 I believe without having the camera on me right now

[@alcozome]

Excellent video - Thank you!

[@airbnbphotography]

so the 360 x not good enough for 360 Tours ? Thought it shoot little sharper then the other one?

[@VRGetaway]

Is anyone here having issues with the colors with the RS 1 inch with low light cloudy, sunrise or sunset shots. I HATE the color issues. The warmth is gone with low light and it just looks off. Strange blue green hues that I can't fix in post production. Also it did really weird stuff with my eyes in low light. Like red eye issues, which is so weird for I can't get the warmth to come out anywhere else. I want to love the RS 1 inch to create my VRGetaways, but I am shocked at the weird color issues I am dealing with even in Log mode (or especially in Log mode) in low light. All low light shots are city shots, and not outdoor nature low light shots. @Insta360 PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS AND FIX.

[@GrainyWorld]

And 2 times lower price for X3. Nice video. Thanks.

[@sarag9462]

Hi, dude, love your channel! What about diving with Insta360 1-Inch 360 Edition? I cant find any video about it :( Just one with a 360bubble (which is super expensive).

[@The360Guy]

Not waterproof I'm afraid!

[@errin1958]

So I have the X3. I love it, I do however wish for better quality photos and video. I am infatuated the 360 camera and content. I love the VR content as well. Like the Oculus 2, the x3 is a bit soft in the focus department. I may end up with both.

[@freeman2861]

Can i ask you witch model of camera do you use in your studio? The quality is amazing

[@waynosfotos]

If you do video sony A7iii, A7iiii, FX3, canon R3, R5c, C70. All are amazing picture, sit down when you see the price.

[@freeman2861]

@@waynosfotos thank you…but i asked you witch Model exacly you used in this video (for the part in studio, for hour face video)! Can you tell me? Thank you !!

[@Mr.ABFAHRT]

did you set up audio on both cameras to the same mode? dont sound like because the x3 got a way clearer sound tbh

[@mikeecua2694]

Good video. Thank you ... and where u live again?

[@The360Guy]

London

[@projecte]

Has anyone heard if there are any tips to keep the 1" a little cooler for the longer film times?

[@CreatureCribs]

X3 is better imo for more modes and the battery doesn’t over heat of which the 1” does as it is really annoying, I have both

[@kiIIingxspree]

Hmmmm... I want to take one a camera snowboarding with me. I thinking of getting the one inch but maybe I shouldn't?...

[@AR-vf7vg]

Can both function in Log and raw ?

[@jordskates]

Does anyone know if there is a 360 camera available that automatically adjusts to the levels of light to capture the best possible quality? I have a Insta360 One X2 and the auto mode only works well in daylight. I often shoot group skate videos between daylight to dark and it's not feasible to mess around trying to change settings in between (as I'd loose the rest of the group!). I've tried to manually leave it in a setting that works well at night but then the daylight footage is terrible. I've heard from another skater who has the One X3 that they have the exact issue. I thought the 1-inch addition might be the answer but not if it overheats after 2- minutes.

[@fenixkent9214]

Are they willing to add single lens mode for 1inch 360 edition. Can I connect 4k module with 1 lens to one rs 1-inch 360 instead of 1inch 360 module?

[@wellsbengston4132]

You can connect the 4k module. No word yet on single lens mode.

[@Helitrexs]

Good job. Thanks

[@heatherlay662]

PS🙏🏼 emergency So I have a 360 camera watching me and it's ran through a Pacific site and program what would that be called?

[@SinglePerson-b2i]

Your Running 👟 sound (03:16), like that 😅😅 😜😜.... Legends are understanding.

[@iqbaljalalludin5715]

The 1 -inch 360 the winner🤘

[@home3dus]

You left out the main thing I’d like to know. Audio. I could hear, early in your side-by-side section, that the built-in audio is noticeably better in the 1-inch. However, what about using the Rode or DJI audio recorders with these? I believe I saw another video showing a special clip for mounting the Rode in the ‘invisible’ side zone so you could clip recorders onto a couple people and get great audio right on the 1-inch. Is this possible with the X3? Quality audio is such a huge factor in videos. I’d love to year you “appendix” to this video covering this issue. Thanks!

[@z352kdaf8324]

It sucks. you need an external mic.

[@KaceyGreen]

I'm in so early the video is 360p

[@KaceyGreen]

The sensor size (and fact that the X3 wasn't out) is why I picked this unit

[@KaceyGreen]

I found using the 1-inch to be much less frustrating to work with than my Kandao Qoocam 8K, especially annoying is mine has the issue where on the 8K the two lenses are slightly different calibration

[@KaceyGreen]

ok refreshed and the 4K is ready now, video looks great

[@SuperDunner]

Enjoyed the comparison !! The 1” though does have a me mode - It’s that no one has either found it yet or just has not commented on it. It’s when in post one selects multiView. The secondary view is in me view and there is no option to turn off - I wish there was !!

[@tts341682]

NVIDIA RTX 3050 Laptop GPU

[@tcdavidh]

thank you!

[@MaksimVaisarau]

Отличное сравнение! Спасибо!

[@heriport6654]

I got the 1 inch is hella good man but yeah defo not for motorycle rides is stupid heavy I damaged it once already

[@doctordarre]

Thanks

[@edwardgr1698]

I'm on a fence between 1-inch and QooCam 8K (QC8K). I know you had QC8K before, in your personal experience which camera creates better quality 360 videos to be watched in VR Headset like Quest2? I have original One R 5.7K and I would love to see how much better the quality of these 2 other cameras so that I can upgrade my setup. QC8K is almost 3 years old, but its spec seems to be better on paper than 1inch model. Thank you.

[@alexgoriatchenkov]

But that camera almost $2000 ? With pretty small sensor . Correct ?

[@edwardgr1698]

@@alexgoriatchenkov Original version of it (not enterprise) these days goes for about 500. It has 1-inch sensors.

[@blaisecarver]

Hdr video?

[@sunnpb8456]

1 Inch 360 👍🏻👍

[@JTR...]

Are you paid by Insta?

[@BommeltjeNL]

Why is the sticker still on your 1-inch 360 edition 😂

[@The360Guy]

Just can't be bothered to take it off 😃

[@BommeltjeNL]

@@The360Guy Haha, too busy recording 👍 By the way, do you know if I can trigger the camera from a further away place than now when I'm using the app? When I take a 360 photo I tend to hide behind a tree or something, but then I'm often too far away and I lose the connection with the camera. Is there a workaround to be able to be some distance from the camera? Any idea?

[@ErastusKarani]

I would love to own one ...sadly they don't ship to Africa

[@DigitalSamTV]

The 1 inch is miles ahead in terms of image quality especially in low light

[@Fee.1]

You give up way too much for the 1” sensor with almost identical resolution. You literally only have 4 360 resolutions to choose from & none of them support anything higher than 30fps. You cant even record in in 1080p 60…I cant understand why this sacrifice was necessary.

[@sdufg]

size matters limey.

[@MariusGiurgi]

I wouldn't count on X3 to be "fully waterproof". I just destroyed my X2 submerging it under water (2ft) properly closed. I doubt X3 has improved on their "water proofing" design. They don't even admit they have a flaw in their waterproofing design for X2. Great disapointemnt with their product and company. If you want to take the chance and have to pay $200+ on having your X3 "fixed" when it gets water damage.. be my guest. Be warned!

[@john.debolt]

your shirts on backwards🤓

[@jannarkiewicz633]

1-Inch 360 $$$$$ not sure if it is worth the price.

[@RAMtrails]

why do neither look good on KZbin?

[@makatron]

In broad daylight both look great.

[@The-toe-tickler]

I am dissatisfied with this video please try again.

[@The360Guy]

no

[@qdizzle213]

@@The360Guy I can't tell if this dude is a troll or the most entitled person in human history. Either way, I am amused. Also, awesome review, as so many of yours are and I'm still stuck deciding whether the X3 is worth is over my one x2. The one rs one inch whatever it's called is now out of the running, as I am a bullet time fanboy.