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Insta360’s New X5 Camera Set to Be Smarter and Tougher Than Ever Before

The Insta360 X5 is now capable of capturing HDR 8K30 360° footage.

Jourdan Aldredge • May 09, 2025

It’s remarkable to think that cameras capable of 8K video recording can now fit into your pocket. And not just record 8K, mind you, but record ultrasharp 8K 360-degree video at that.

The latest Insta360 camera, the X5, is truly pushing some impressive boundaries with its specs and performance. It is also set to include new AI-powered features, making it both smarter and tougher than ever before.

Let’s take a look at the new Insta360 X5 and explore its 8K 360-degree video capabilities for your projects.

Insta360 X5 360-Degree 8K Camera

If you’re someone looking to upgrade your productions to cinematic 360-degree video, then this might be the perfect tool for the job. The Insta360 X5 is now capable of capturing HDR 8K30 360° footage with PureVideo enhanced low-light technology in both dual-lens and single-lens modes—all significant improvements packed into one portable action camera.

The X5 is also set to offer an action-ready design with AI-powered software for an intuitive approach to creating dynamic content in any environment, as well as "Bullet Time" capture, 180 Mbps bit rates, time shift, loop recording, and time-lapse capabilities.

The X5 has a new updated rugged design as well that is natively waterproof up to 49 feet, and has an upgraded rechargeable 2400mAh battery for an increased runtime of up to 88 minutes.

8K 360-Degree Video

For those seeking the highest-resolution 360-degree video possible, the X5 is set to feature ultrasharp 8K resolution, which offers 78% more pixels than 5.7K, providing greater detail and clarity. This enhanced resolution makes its reframed video comparable to standard camera footage for easier matching edits.

The PureVideo features also include advanced AI noise reduction and dynamic range optimization, which deliver clear, vivid footage, regardless of the situation or lighting level.

Powerful AI Algorithms

At the heart of the Insta360 X5 are larger 1/1.28" sensors and a lightning-fast triple AI chip system that is likely to set a new benchmark for 360° capture. This powerful hardware combination delivers true-to-life colors, stunning clarity, and brighter, more vivid visuals.

The X5 itself utilizes supersampling from 11K to 8K, which enhances its detail and enables it to deliver truly immersive clips. Active HDR Mode has also been upgraded to 60 fps, capturing stunning details and colors in both highlights and shadows, which helps deliver superb stabilization even in action-packed moments.

Price and Availability

The Insta360 X5 is now available. Here are the specifications and a link for you to check it out yourself.

  • For Content Creators and Videographers
  • 8K30/5.7K30 360° PureVideo Recording
  • 360° Post Reframing, Even Longer Runtime
  • Gesture Control, Dual/Single Lens Modes
  • Bullet Time, Time-Lapse, InstaFrame
  • Active HDR, Loop Recording, Me Mode
  • 49' Waterproof, 72MP Photos
  • App with Edit Suite and Effects
  • Invisible Selfie Stick Feature

Price: $549

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