Insta360 X3 vs GoPro Hero 11 Black
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Overview of the Insta360 X3
Insta360 X3
Insta360's 2022 360 camera: 5.7K video and a large touchscreen
The Insta360 X3 was released in 2022 and is a few years old now, but it still delivers exceptionnal performance and is the best pick if you are looking for the best value for money. The 5.7K30fps 360 video is more than sufficient for capturing amazing footage unless you need to zoom in aggressively. The X3 has since been replaced by the Insta360 X4 which introduces 8K 360 video.
- Pros
- Great performance
- Good value for money
- Diving case for underwater footage
- Cons
- Average battery life
Overview of the GoPro Hero 11 Black
GoPro Hero 11 Black
GoPro's 2022 camera: 5.3K video, improved stabilization
The Hero 11 is a few years old now, but has the same sensor technology as the latest GoPro Hero 13 Black and is therefore still a great action camera. Although the more recent models feature many improvements, it part of the latest generation of GoPro cameras and is a very good choice for beginners or as a budget friendly option.
- Pros
- Mostly as capable as the latest GoPros
- Great value for money
- Integrated GPS
- Cons
- No HDR video
- Ageing image stabilization
Comparison of the X3 vs the Hero 11
Weight and size
The Hero 11 is a lot more compact than the X3. The Hero 11 weighs a little less than the X3.
Insta360 X3
46mm x 114mm x 33.1mm / 1.81in x 4.49in x 1.3in
6.35oz / 180g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
GoPro Hero 11 Black
71.8mm x 50.8mm x 33.6mm / 2.83in x 2in x 1.32in
5.43oz / 154g
Why size and weight matter:
Weight is important for action cameras because we often mount them on helmets, or hold them at the end of a selfie stick while moving. Therefore a heavier camera can be dvifficult to use or uncomfortable. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Battery life
The X3 offers a slightly better battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
Insta360 X3
1800mAh
Removable
81min 5.7K30fps 360°
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
GoPro Hero 11 Black
1720mAh
Removable
150min at 1080p
Why battery life matters:
Nothing worse than running out of battery just before capturing the best footage of the day! A long battery life is reassuring and convenient when shooting footage outdoors where options to charge are limited. Even the use of a power bank can be tedious or simply impossible like when filming watersports. Having removeable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.
Storage
Neither camera features built-in storage. Both the X3 and the Hero 11 support SD cards.
Insta360 X3
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
GoPro Hero 11 Black
No built-in storage
microSD
Why storage matters:
High quality footage can quickly take up lots of space and insufficient storage can soon be frustrating. Having a large amount of storage and the possiblity to extend it or swap SD cards while on a outing will ensure you will always be able to capture the footage you want. However, smaller, wearable action cameras often rely on built-in storage because of their small size.
Video performance
Only the X3 offers HDR video.
Insta360 X3
4K video at 30fps
Yes
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
GoPro Hero 11 Black
5.3K video at 60fps
HDR video unsupported
Camera and sensor technology
The X3 features a much higher resolution. The field of view of the X3 is a little better than the Hero 11's. Both cameras feature 120Mbps bit rate video.
Insta360 X3
72MP
155°
120Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
GoPro Hero 11 Black
27.6MP
140°
120Mbps
Camera settings
The Hero 11's 100-6400 ISO range is far superior to X3's. The X3's +/-4 exposure compensation is far superior.
Insta360 X3
100-3200
+/-4
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
GoPro Hero 11 Black
100-6400
+/-2
X3 vs Hero 11 specifications
Name | Insta360 X3 | GoPro Hero 11 Black |
Year of release | 2022 | 2022 |
Width | 1.81in / 46mm | 2.83in / 71.8mm |
Height | 4.49in / 114mm | 2in / 50.8mm |
Depth | 1.3in / 33.1mm | 1.32in / 33.6mm |
Weight | 6.35oz / 180g | 5.43oz / 154g |
Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 33ft / 10m |
Waterproof with diving case | 164ft / 50m | 197ft / 60m |
Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | 14°F / -10°C |
Max operating temperature | 104°F / 40°C | 95°F / 35°C |
Battery capacity | 1800mAh | 1720mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
Battery life | 81min 5.7K30fps 360° | 150min at 1080p |
Charging time | 90min | 3h (5W) |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | V30 or UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 1TB | 1Tb |
Rear screen size | - | 2.27in |
Front screen size | - | 1.4in |
Field of view | 155° | 140° |
Sensor | 1/1.9" | 1/1.9" CMOS |
Pixels | 72MP | 27.6MP |
Aperture | F1.9 | F2.5 |
Focal length | 6.7mm | - |
ISO range | 100-3200 | 100-6400 |
Video zoom | - | 2x |
Color Depth | 8bit | 10bit |
Video bite rate | 120Mbps | 120Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-4 | +/-2 |
360-degree video | Yes | No |
5.7K 360 video | 30fps | - |
4K 360 video | 60fps | - |
3K 360 video | 100fps | - |
360 video format | INSV | - |
5.3K video | - | 60fps |
4K video | 30fps | 60fps |
2.7K video | 60fps | 120fps |
1080p video | 60fps | 240fps |
Slow motion at 4K | 4 | 4x |
Maximum slow motion | 4x at 1080p | 8x at 1080p |
HDR video | Yes | - |
Stabilization | FlowState | HyperSmooth 5.0 |
Horizon lock | Yes | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | Yes | 1080p30 (HyperSmooth) or 1080p60 |
Webcam mode | Yes | 1080p30 |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | Yes | Yes |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | Yes | - |
Photo burst mode | Yes | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 4 | 3 |
Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | aac | wav |
Audio input | - | Media Mod (H9B/H10B/H11B) Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Bluetooth | BLE 5.0 | BLE 4.2 |
USB | Type-C USB | USB-C |
GPS integrated | No | Yes |
GPS pairing | iOS Application Android Application | - |
Voice commands | Yes | Yes |
Gesture commands | No | - |