Insta360X5 - Waterproof 8K 360° Action Camera, Leading Low Light, Invisible Selfie Stick Effect, Rugged and Replaceable Lens, 3-Hour Battery, Built-in Wind Guard, Stabilization, Triple AI Chip Design

The media could not be loaded. The first thing I noticed was the big improvement in low-light performance. It has dual 1/1.28″ sensors and three AI chips. Shadows now show detail, highlights don’t get washed out, and there is much less noise compared to the X3 or even the X4. They have now added a new feature in the last software upgrade called ‘Adaptive Tone’, which is supposed to improve even further, but I have not had a chance to try it yet.One of my favourite new features is InstaFrame Mode. It provides a ready-to-share flat 1080p video in selfie-view or fixed mode, while also capturing a full 360° file at 5.7K at 30 fps. So if you need quick social clips but want to revisit the full reframed version later, you’re all set.Then there's the replaceable lens design. I often worry about scratching equipment and have dropped my camera on several occasions. I don’t like to use lens shields as I do believe this compromises quality. Let's face it, with my DSLR expensive lenses of £2,700, would you put a £10 filter on the front? Well, I hope not!Being able to pop off and swap lenses myself, without having to ship the whole camera, is a total game-changer.Battery life and heat management have improved, too. The battery is more powerful, but the camera needs it, so it’s not going to last the whole day. It needs more power than the X3, and I think battery time is a little better on the X3. If I am honest, the cameras do as usual, get hot, but x2/x3/x5, I have never had any issue with the camera switching off.Now, let’s talk about PureShot in photos. This new AI-powered HDR-like mode blends exposures in one shot. The results are vibrant and crisp, with far fewer blown highlights. It works beautifully in low light, especially at night or in backlit scenes, without needing manual exposure bracketing.In short, upgrading from the X3 made sense because the X5 doesn’t just refine; it redefines. You get cleaner 8K and 5.7K footage, smooth 4K 120fps slow motion, InstaFrame convenience, PureShot brilliance in stills, waterproof durability, better audio with a built-in wind muffler, and easy repairability, all in the same sleek design.Here’s why I upgraded from the X3:Low-light boost: Much cleaner images with higher dynamic range due to upgraded sensors and AI.PureShot mode: One-shot HDR style photos that are vibrant and ready to edit.InstaFrame mode: Simultaneous flat and 360 capture cuts down editing time.Replaceable lenses: Less worry about accidents, cheaper and faster to fix.Better battery and thermal control: Longer shooting sessions and fewer shut downs.If your content depends on flexibility, light performance, and ease of use, especially for low-light or quick social uploads, the X5 is worth the upgrade.The sample video was shot at Fantasy Forest Festival. There is a water droplet on some sections, as it was raining at that time

We used the Insta360 X5 on our recent holiday trip from the UK to Austria on a BMW GSA R1200, and it absolutely blew us away. The footage is stunning—super smooth, ultra-clear, and immersive. It captured every twist of the alpine roads and every scenic overlook with jaw-dropping clarity.The tech behind this camera is seriously impressive. It handled different lighting conditions like a pro and made editing a breeze with the app. Best of all, it's incredibly easy to use—even while out on the road. Battery life held up well, and the compact design made mounting and carrying hassle-free.If you're into motorbike travel and want to relive your adventures in epic detail, this camera is worth every penny.

Amazing 360 camera!, I mainly bought it for its enhanced audio and low light features because I plan to use it on my Ghost Hunts, so far in testing it performs really well! Great video clarity even in low light. I had no trouble at all activating this camera so I don't know why some others are having difficulty?!, the set up was very easy and straight forward.

First foray into 360 video and have been blown away by the x5. I use it for personal use (not YouTube etc) and the picture quality is excellent. It really is simple to use and I have got some incredible footage I simply could not of got with a normal camera. The editing app is pretty easy to use once you have got used to it. It does get hot when using, I sent my original purchase back because I thought this was a problem, but it has never cut out and I have used it constantly over the last 2 months. I would definitely recommend it.On another note, I bought a carbon fibre 3m selfie pole off Amazon (Gutahare) it looks exactly the same as the insta one but is £40 cheaper.

I’ve been wanting one of these for a long time and finally went for it! Safe to say it’s amazing and it allows me to get so many more angles. The accessories are seemingly endless too! I use it on my motorbike all the time for safety and to create videos with too

Great update to the previous model, i plan to do a video soon. There is a issue that a number of other early reviewers have pointed out that can be easily worked around by downloading the updated app directly from insta 360s official site rather than Google playstore. That hasn't been updated yet. The feature i most was looking for improvement in was the handling of lowlight recording and was really surprised how well it worked. Is it the perfect camera for video? No but for 360 footage and getting insane angles with a next level of creative options. It has to be one of the best out there.

Yes, the Insta360 X5 is a fantastic camera—a huge upgrade from my previous X3. Yet despite all the amazing capabilities you’ve probably seen in YouTube reviews, for the hefty £519 price tag, it might loose half a star. Read below.I previously had an issue with frame rates but Insta customer service got in touch and fixed it. Credit to a company that cares for its customers - not all companies are like that.Maybe loses half a star?For that price, I expect lens guards to be included. I mean, we’re talking about a 360 camera where both lenses are constantly exposed. Selling it without protection feels a bit cheeky. And cheap. Yes, you can replace the lenses now, but I still feel like those big, bulging, protruding, precious lenses need to be protected, and included in the £519 price. (I just forked out another £35 for a set of premium lens protectors.)But this is really is a great camera.FYI - DJI is about to release their own 360 camera (at time of writing in May 2025) so might be worth waiting to see what they come out with.