Insta360 X4 vs DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Comparison 2026 — Action Cameras
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro edges out the Insta360 X4 with an overall score of 88/100 against 85/100. It scores particularly well on image quality (92/100) and stabilization (92/100), making it the better all-round pick in Action Cameras.
The Insta360 X4 remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €499.00 versus €329.00.
Image quality winner
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
4% higher than its rival
Value winner
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
10% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Insta360 X4 | DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €499.00 | €329.00+52% |
| Rating | ★4.5 (2,760) | ★4.6 (3,120) |
| Overall | 85/100 | 88/100+4% |
| Image | ||
| Resolution & fps | 8K/30 360°, 5.7K/60, 4K/100 single-lens+100% | 4K/120, 2.7K/120, 1080p/240 |
| Sensor | 2× 1/2" CMOS+100% | 1/1.3" CMOS |
| Stabilization | FlowState + 360° horizon lock+11900% | RockSteady 3.0 + HorizonBalancing 360° |
| Hardware | ||
| IP rating | Waterdicht tot 10 m (IPX8) | Waterdicht tot 20 m (IPX8)+100% |
| Battery life | ~135 min @ 5.7K/30, ~60 min bij 0 °C | ~240 min @ 4K/30, 150 min bij 0 °C+78% |
| microSD | V30, tot 1 TB | V30, tot 512 GB |
| Weight | 203 g | 146 g+39% |
Pros and cons
Insta360 X4
Pros
- Shoot first, frame later — great for gravel riders who don't know the shot in advance
- Invisible selfie stick effect delivers 'drone-like' shots without a drone
- 8K/30 in 360° still yields sharp 4K when cropped after reframing
- FlowState stabilization with free 360° horizon lock — extremely stable
Cons
- Workflow is heavier: 360° files require editing in Insta360 Studio or app
- Dashcam role for insurance is less practical — one clear front lens is still better than none
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Pros
- Two OLED touchscreens: frame your self-shot on the front instead of shooting blind
- 1/1.3" sensor delivers noticeably better low-light than GoPro — useful on early-morning rides
- 150 min battery at 0 °C where the GoPro stock battery does ~35 min
- Waterproof to 20 m without a housing — twice the HERO13
Cons
- Mount ecosystem is smaller than GoPro; many third-party mounts need an adapter
- Stabilization on very rough MTB singletrack stays just below HyperSmooth 6.0