8.5 / 10
SCORE Insta360 X4 Air $400 at Insta360 Pros Smaller than X4 but just as capable
Replaceable lenses
8K30 video Cons Not that much smaller
Low-light performance isn't great
The $400 Insta360 X4 Air is a lightweight 360 camera that slots between the flagship X5 and the older, but still capable, X4. It features larger image sensors than the X4 and, more importantly, replaceable lenses like the X5. It's a little smaller and lighter overall as well. Eventually, it will replace the X4 in Insta360's lineup (you can still find the X4).
Performance is good and exactly what you'd expect for something in between those two cameras. It's not quite as good as the X5, but it's a little better than the X4. The price reflects that as well. The X5 is better at night and in low-light situations, but during the day, the image quality between the two is quite similar.
If the smaller size and medium price appeal to you, the X4 Air is a great camera. Beginners might be better off with the GoPro Max 2, but if the X5 is too expensive and you want something a little better and smaller than the X4, the Air is it.
Specs and hardware
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