Insta360 X4 Review - 8K 360 Camera

[@insta360]

Awesome review! We're glad you dived into some of the Studio/app changes we've been hard at work at. They help make the 8K footage that much easier to work with 🙌

[@b2unoo7]

Can you tell us whats new with 1 inch version? Will it be 8k too? Do add a HDR video and 180 option for your flagship. It's not fair that cheaper camera has better options, isn't it?

[@nowandrew4442]

WHYYYYYY are interval options removed in the 8K Timelapse mode in X4?? It is literally worse than the X3 on top of the minimum shutter speed now at 1/40 instead of 1/30. WHYYYY???????

[@firstsoldier4257]

Buyer beware on all these videos - this is KZbinr influencer at its HIGHEST - the embargo has lifted - there are 50 videos out there about this "ACTION CAMERA" - and what NONE OF THEM TELL YOU - is that these lenses are DELICATE - like you WILL SCRATCH the lens in snow - or on a bike trail - or a dropping it on a table - and then - it will cost (at least it did on previous models) $99 to fix it - or all your footage will have a smudge from the scratch. Also - you have to write an email to them explaining it - then wait 4 weeks for a reply - then fill out a form and pay the $99 plus shipping - to CHINA - then - wait another 4 weeks - until you get our camera back.....ALL of these videos got a FREE camera - and then went snowboarding - and if they had to pay $500 for the camera - then another $99 if they dropped it in the snow - which WILL scratch it - they would not use it. The lens guards dont work - in fact I had one scratch my actual lens when the camera hit the ground while not even snowboarding - SLEDDING on a bunny hill! BUYER BEWARE! These are just commercials for free cameras given to influencers.

[@michaelvarney.]

@@firstsoldier4257 then we have negative ninnies whining about how their user error and inability to use a lens guard properly lead to scratches.

[@nowandrew4442]

@@firstsoldier4257 they alll say this, genius, and that's why the company includes lens protectors right in the box. So go peddle your nonsense (or GoPro-funded smear) somewhere else.

[@z352kdaf8324]

Why should I watch this video for buying? It doesn't look like you are giving me reasons to not buy it. So kind of pointless to watch before buying, no?

[@clkb8moto]

I believe his point was to convince you to buy if you were on the fence about it. But, that title got our clicks, huh?

[@stevenfaulkner395]

It’s sponsored.

[@thra5herxb12s]

There is no demonstration of the 360 degree capability, so maybe it sucks real bad and is overpriced for something that does no more than any other action cam out there.

[@jaapski82]

Just so everyone clicks l, more clicks more money

[@ROCKETKNIGHT-ph7xp]

This is why I follow this guy 👍

[@DMProductions]

Thank you

[@DrDuu_Technic]

Hi Darren, I bought it as I saw that the video quality is so much better now. The big benefit is that you can select the perspective later and it looks like you have used two or three cameras in parallel.

[@sfx882001]

Do you get a selfie stick with it or you need to buy it as accessories

[@thedroneguy123]

Was wondering if you use iPhone or Android first file transfers I’ve had massive problems with the x3 so I’ve taken it back to Costco today for a fefund do I’m up for the x4 now where can I buy a package tomorrow please

[@sufianto8603]

before you buy it, think that 1 minutes video size is, more than 1GB,. and remember every footage you made, its not ready yet, yo must edite it, with many keyframe as you like... but anyway I love it, i have fun with it, another differant level to make a footage

[@joypaddad2386]

I think I’ll be getting this exactly what I’ve been hoping for in versatility

[@stevearussell]

I have the X3. Struggles in low light. How is the X4 in low light? Like the resolution bump & the lense covers. Great cameras though. Use it skiing & biking.

[@KentRoads]

resolution bumps means each pixel has less light to work with due to same size sensor

[@NarrativeEscapes]

Hi, do you know if the X4 will work with the original wireless go? I am not sure why the jack adapter would present a problem and the original mic is still thinner than the camera so should fit into the stitch zone. I may have to get one and try it but trying to check beforehand.

[@4WheelingSA]

Cool video. What would you choose. This or the DJI Pocket 3?

[@SeanHelmsMedia]

I have both and the pocket 3 is my favorite/clearest/steadiest/and best in low light but it doesn't do 360 sooo.....

[@davidpoo66]

Why don't the see on ANY reviews this is a action camera and the word vlogging does not exist? Great review!😊

[@dereksmith9448]

Awesome review Darren loved the Paris shots !

[@DMProductions]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@MT_20_24]

What camera are you using to record yourself in this video ?

[@GWolff-qg5tu]

I also would like to know. The quality is pretty good .

[@FreddyBoy1808]

GoPro 11

[@johnjohnCDN]

Well worth the upgrade. Everything just seems to work better. Especially the powering on. I have x2 x3 rs 1 and the rx1 thus is the best in my opinion

[@dogbog99]

This was a very helpful review and summary of the camera. Thanks

[@gibstr]

Just purchase through your link, thanks for all the video. Just trying to decided if I should purchase your book. Any sales coming up?

[@DMProductions]

It’s a great camera ! Thank you ! The mini 4 book is great and no sales planned on that as shipping is free

[@BigBikeBMX]

Hey man, I trust your opinion. I have the X3 currently for filming group bicycle rides at night. It struggles with low light. Do you see any improvement over the X3 with night-filming? What do you suggest for filming streets at night? So far, an iPhone seems to get the best footage, but its a struggles to film AND ride. Thanks for any suggestions you might have. Thanks!

[@clkb8moto]

Not much better in low light if better at all. The Ace Pro is better in low light but it's not 360, of course.

[@DMProductions]

For low light these cameras are good but not great the ace pro is better at night

[@BigBikeBMX]

@@clkb8moto thanks for the suggestion 🙏

[@BigBikeBMX]

@@DMProductions appreciate the tip. I’ll look it up.

[@MegaFr33dom]

Insta has addressed the two main drawbacks for me. Quality imagery and screen protection. I scratched my X3 by just touching a tree branch. I had the damage coverage and I am glad they replaced it but I had no camera for 3 weeks. The previous sticky lenses were just unusable so I am glad to see that they added an easy to use apply and remove protection. I understand they provide plastic ones in the box and Premium lenses sold separately. Have you reviewed with both?

[@SpyderBlackOfficial]

There's a channel that reviewed the standard and premium. The premiums had more glare but image quality wise there was no difference

[@WiredCamp]

Just got it today, my first 360 camera. Great review bro!😀

[@Ronin-ninoR]

How is it after two months of usage :)

[@WiredCamp]

@@Ronin-ninoR it’s really cool but I hate the twice editing process because you must edit first on which angle you want use and export the files then use it again with Final Cut Pro. I wish FCP had a plugin to edit all in once😊

[@Ronin-ninoR]

@@WiredCamp I'm not sure whether to buy go pro or insta360 x4 :(.

[@leemurphy4294]

Great review, hoping you will give me an honest answer…. Is it worth upgrading from the X3?

[@DMProductions]

The 8k is a noticeable improvement and probably the best , if you use slow motion a lot then the 5.7k looks the same. For me I’ll just use 8k

[@p3dtesla118]

In low light the qualities not so great ah ??????????

[@KabirSandhu-nn2uu]

so the final output will be 2.7k not 4k ?

[@babyandromeda8762]

Would this be nice to use as gym camera?

[@DMProductions]

Sure would !

[@babyandromeda8762]

@@DMProductions thank you! I have a FF but I wanted another camera so I can get different angle without moving my main every time. This would solve the problem.

[@tightropetomg]

We defo need some sample footage in Lakeland conditions. All the videos I’ve seen to date are filmed in bright sunlight, but here in the LD we know it’s challenging to get bright shiny footage 😂😂😂

[@charlesdove1345]

Is this a good upgrade over the x3? Great video Darren

[@dereksmith9448]

The only really upgrade is the better export quality

[@mikeyseifert80]

Better image quality, improved battery life, lens protection, 8k, and smaller file management... I could be missing something.

[@AndreasHvilhoej]

@@mikeyseifert80 what do you mean by smaller file management?

[@CR-rb1fx]

2:07 - Insta360 X3 also exports in 4K - just have to slect "Custom" when you are exporting.

[@clkb8moto]

Exactly. So does the X2 and likely the One X. However, none of them are true 4k. They upres from the cropped image.

[@MrKool533]

iphone 15 has 4k 60 w/ hdr . does this camera have that ? can you turn off the fish eye feature bc i hate that look so ugly framing

[@SailingWithDave]

Darren I thought this was a nice overview, as always to be honest. I had no idea how. Much better these cameras are compared to the gopro 360, especially the software, I need to get one. It's like a Swiss army knife of cams!!!

[@DMProductions]

Yes the software didn’t always used to be good but it’s come a long way and now it’s much better !

[@markkramer2908]

Great video Darren.

[@DMProductions]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@shauncoldseal]

Thanks darren,just ordered mine today..can t wait 😁

[@DMProductions]

Nice one you’ll love the new improvements

[@dumbcat]

for those without higher end PCs and software that can handle the H.265 compression codec... any film 4K and above will automatically use H.265. please let me know if you are aware of a workaround

[@WiljanWiljan]

Any low light review and comparison against the x3 and ace pro pure video?

[@DMProductions]

The ace pro will have much better low light. The low Light is ok on this but the ace pro easily wins.

[@WiljanWiljan]

@@DMProductions thank you. Would be great to see a comparison video on this topic

[@shaynefinley2401]

Other reviews have said reframed 8k can be exported in 4k. But you said 2.7k?

[@-robster-robster-]

Im on the fence with this. Never impressed with x3 low quality and fisheye . But x4 looks a big upgrade on both parameters. Looking for an all round motorbike camera . Since selling the dji mini4 pro drone I have the dji osmo action 4 on a chin mount. And this would be another good addition to the kit. Without actually seeing the product from my local jessops or wix its a bit of a punt and the large bit rate and post processing kinda puts me off. But i guess its another evolutionary step in the 360 game so probably gonna take a punt

[@AirplaneMan10]

Thanks for the amazing video your Darren keep it up

[@DMProductions]

Thanks, will do!

[@Grimm3D]

Been using a GoPro Max. Might be time for an upgrade. Mostly for motorcycle vlogging.

[@DMProductions]

Yeah it’s decent esp in 8K

[@KentRoads]

don't waste your money on this crap... smaller sensor than every other action camera LOL

[@Grimm3D]

@@KentRoads So, you know of a 360 camera with better sensors? Please tell me which 360 camera I should buy

[@PoloHungary]

nice 2.7K camera in 2024😄 but the photo mode is take photos in 360 and can it do it 3-5 sec for hours like google street view?

[@charlesdove1345]

Your reviews are so in depth thank you

[@DMProductions]

I appreciate that!

[@Kobro10]

Great Video! Thanks a lot Darren for the advice. Can we have some more videos about the Avata 2?

[@DMProductions]

Lots and lots coming

[@getawaywithpam]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@lynsmith1096]

Good 1 Darren

[@wallygargett6175]

Afternoon Darren. Hope your well my friend ❤

[@DMProductions]

All good currently in Vegas buddy

[@wallygargett6175]

@@DMProductions wow, enjoy but stay safe

[@RangaBilla0]

Good 👍

[@utubesgreat4me]

If scuba diving is your thing don’t buy the X4. The X4 has a dive case preset which has 8K video. Today I wanted to try my new dive case during a snorkel. I was surprised that it stopped because of ‘over heating’. Or so it notified. Very frustrating for sure. I suspect this overheating problem will be ironed out in the X5.

[@MrEddieNunez]

Yankee! You get all the cool toys. I am so jealous.

[@DMProductions]

You live in USA you still win bro

[@BrianKushner]

Wait I'm confused. You can shoot in 8K but you can only export 2K??

[@DMProductions]

Yes it’s capturing a 8k image on both lenses which allows you to crop in and adjust the main image output. The 5.7k exported at 1080p after a 5.7k capture

[@GAZA2492]

So my friend am a subscriber of your KZbin channel Here's the thing I started of with the gear 360 But upgraded to the x3 witch I found to be just ok for a KZbin video so my question to you does the 360 footage look way better than the x3 cos on the x3 for a 360 video really isn't that good the pictures are outstanding but the video on the 360 is Will say not that good I already know you get payment for making videos for them but am still not seeing a 360 video unedited 360 video From you or anyone else

[@clkb8moto]

It's definitely better, but that's just my opinion. "Way" better? Not sure. Define "way". True 8k spread across the sphere compared to 5.7k over the same area is a significant improvement. Question though: How many platforms support 8k 360 video? And how large is the audience for 360 video in any resolution? You don't see much 360 footage from ANY camera because very few people actually care about it. Most viewers are still primarily interested in something close to the 16:9 aspect ratio (or its vertical counterpart due to the popular platforms). And even cropped-in 8k footage will also look better than cropped-in 5.7k footage.

[@Kavones]

What about audio? This was my biggest problem..

[@sleedstech]

When shooting video in HDR mode it does not allow you to do 8K. It lowers to 5.7k

[@AbJsm]

What is the point take 8k Video but can't export 8k

[@DMProductions]

It’s taking an 8k capture of the whole 8k image on both cameras

[@Reaper4367]

if only this review was out a week ago :(

[@j.mshoots]

My wallet wants reasons not to, upgrade but the camera isn't playing ball 🙃

[@falutvtarjan7772]

2:10 wrong, i can easily export 2.5k from X3

[@DMProductions]

You must have a special one dude . In 360 mode the x3 exports in 1080p

[@falutvtarjan7772]

@@DMProductions no, i just enter resolution manually and increase fov. well known trick :)

[@Ozpeter]

@@falutvtarjan7772 But what if you do not want very wide angle shots?. Whatever you do, you cannot change the basic maths involved. Sure, you can spread the sensor pixels out into a 4k export but you are not getting 4k resolution. Not even with the X4.

[@falutvtarjan7772]

@@Ozpeter where do i say i get 4k resolution? I wrote 2.5k with wide fov. Otherwise fullhd, yes.

[@Ozpeter]

@@falutvtarjan7772 Ah. I think I was following a line of thought which did not actually relate to what you were saying, sorry.

[@JarradShaw]

❤

[@matsfrisk3653]

👍

[@felixruiz2838]

Too bad it doesn't have 1 inch sensors

[@HellbellyUK]

Insta360 already make a 1" sensor 360 camera. Bigger, heavier, nearly twice the price, made for a totally different market.

[@felixruiz2838]

@@HellbellyUK but not in 8k lololol

[@sadikbroboniqi6744]

Still no gps 😡

[@rumenpenev]

колко много глупости каза ...сигурно добре плащат от инста!

[@tracegomez]

The human eye can’t even view in 8 K. I don’t understand why this is an advantage

[@XY-zt5km]

The entire spherical footage is 8k, what you end up reframing is typically resulting in a 4k or 2.7k final video

[@SuddenSurround]

I use these cameras to shoot for VR. The X3 footage looks blurry in the VR headset. This X4 should look much better.

[@KentRoads]

@@XY-zt5km looks like 720p lol

[@KentRoads]

"cant see 8k" the eye can see individual photons.............