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Insta360 X4
Insta360 X4 from an owner’s perspective: 8K30 360 video, 72MP photos, removable lens guards and 2290 mAh battery. Who should still buy one.
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| Released | April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Launch price (MSRP) | $499.99 (US) |
| 360 video | 8K30, 5.7K60, 4K100 |
| Single-lens mode | 4K60 |
| 360 photo | 72 MP |
| Sensors | Dual 1/2-inch |
| Lenses | Fixed lenses; removable lens guards |
| Waterproof | 10 m |
| Battery | 2290 mAh; rated up to 135 min (5.7K24) |
| Screen | 2.5-inch touchscreen |
| Weight | 203 g |
Specs compiled from manufacturer announcements and checked on November 1, 2026. Makers revise specs with firmware, so confirm on the official site before buying. Spotted an error? Tell us.
Who it’s for
- Budget-minded buyers shopping used or on sale
- Daylight action and travel
- First 360 camera
Strengths
- First Insta360 to shoot 8K 360
- Big 2.5-inch touchscreen
- Removable lens guards included
- Strong used and discounted value
Trade-offs
- Lenses are not user-replaceable
- Smaller sensors than X5/X6: weaker in low light
The X4 was the camera that took Insta360 to 8K. It also brought a much larger touchscreen, a bigger battery and removable lens guards in the box.
Who should still buy an X4
Discounted or lightly used X4s are one of the best entry points into 360 today. In good light, 8K footage reframed to 1080p or 4K holds up well against newer models. If most of your shooting is in daylight, the X4 is a sensible way to save money.
Where it falls short
Low light is the X4’s weak spot compared with the X5 and X6, and its lenses are fixed. A deep scratch means a repair, not a five-minute swap, so always keep the lens guards on for rough use.
We own this camera. A long-term hands-on review is in progress. It will be linked here automatically when it’s published.
Model line
- Previous model: Insta360 X3
- Replaced by: Insta360 X5