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Action camera comparison

Insta360 Ace Pro vs Insta360 GO 3S

Compare video, stabilisation, battery and durability.

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Insta360 Ace Pro

Insta360 Ace Pro

  • 179.8 g.
  • Screen: Front: 96 × 128 pixels; flip touchscreen: 240 × 400 pixels.
  • Camera type: Standard action camera.
  • Aperture: f/2.6.
  • Photo max resolution: 8064 × 6048 pixels (4:3).
KSh 58,000Out of Stock
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Insta360 GO 3S

Insta360 GO 3S

  • Screen: Action Pod display pixel density: 325 ppi.
  • Wi-Fi 5 support.
  • Camera type: Mini / wearable action camera.
  • Up to 128 GB storage.
  • 310 mAh battery.
KSh 44,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Insta360 Ace Pro has a larger 1/1.3-inch sensor for cleaner low-light footage and 8K video, while the Insta360 GO 3S is lighter (39.1 g) and has a larger 2.2-inch screen and frame rates of up to 30 fps.

Display

Insta360 Ace Pro
Front: 96 × 128 pixels; flip touchscreen: 240 × 400 pixels
Insta360 GO 3S
Action Pod display pixel density: 325 ppi

Camera

Insta360 Ace Pro
Camera type: Standard action camera
Insta360 GO 3S
Camera type: Mini / wearable action camera

Weight

Insta360 Ace Pro
179.8 g
Insta360 GO 3S
39.1 g

Aperture

Insta360 Ace Pro
F/2.6
Insta360 GO 3S
F2.8

Photo max resolution

Insta360 Ace Pro
8064 × 6048 pixels (4:3)
Insta360 GO 3S
4000x2250 (16:9), 2880×2880 (1:1)

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Insta360 Ace Pro

  • Larger 1/1.3-inch sensor (vs 1/2.3-inch) for cleaner low-light footage.
  • Higher video resolution: 8K (vs 4K).

Insta360 GO 3S

  • Larger 2.2-inch screen (vs 0.89-inch).
  • Lighter: 39.1 g (vs 179.8 g).
  • Higher frame rate: up to 30 fps (vs 24 fps).

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PriorityInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
CameraCamera type: Standard action cameraCamera type: Mini / wearable action camera
Display0.89-inch display2.2-inch display, 325 ppi
Weight179.8 g39.1 g
Water resistanceUp to 10m with battery and USB covers securely closedIPX8 water and dust resistance
ApertureF/2.6F2.8
Photo max resolution8064 × 6048 pixels (4:3)4000x2250 (16:9), 2880×2880 (1:1)

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
BrandInsta360Insta360
ModelAce ProGO 3S

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Dimensions71.90 × 52.15 × 38.50mm (W × H × D)GO 3S: 25.6x54.4x24.8 mm (1.0x2.1x1.0in) Action Pod: Screen Folded: 63.5x47.6x29.5mm (2.5x1.9x1.2in) Screen Unfolded: 63.5x86.6x29.9mm (2.5x3.4x1.2in)
Weight179.8gGO 3S: 39.1g (1.38oz) Action Pod: 96.3g (3.40oz)

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
DisplayFront status screen and flip touchscreenCamera has no built-in screen; flip touchscreen on Action Pod
Screen sizeFront: 0.89 inches; flip touchscreen: 2.42 inchesAction Pod: 2.2-inch flip touchscreen
Screen resolutionFront: 96 × 128 pixels; flip touchscreen: 240 × 400 pixelsAction Pod display pixel density: 325 ppi

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Charging—GO 3S: Action Pod Action Pod: Type-C GO 3S: 80% in 23 mins | 100% in 35 mins Action Pod: 80% in 47 mins | 100% in 65 mins

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
USB—Type-C USB2.0
Bluetooth—BLE 5.0
Wi-Fi—5GHz 802.11a/n/ac

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Water resistanceUp to 10m with battery and USB covers securely closed; separate compatible dive case extends underwater use to 60mCamera: IPX8, waterproof to 10 m; Action Pod: IPX4 splash resistance only; compatible dive case supports 60 m

Identity & body

Identity & body specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Camera typeStandard action cameraMini / wearable action camera
Released—13 June 2024
Operating temperature—GO 3S: -4°F to 104°F (-20℃ to 40℃) Action Pod: -4°F to 104°F (-20℃ to 40℃)

Camera & imaging

Camera & imaging specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
MegapixelsUp to 48MP—
Sensor size1/1.3 inch1/2.3-inch
Aperturef/2.6F2.8
Photo max resolution8064 × 6048 pixels (4:3)4000x2250 (16:9) 2880×2880 (1:1) 3968x1472 (2.7:1) 4000x3000 (4:3)
Photo formatsJPG and DNG RAWJPG DNG (can be exported to JPG via app or Studio)
Video max resolution8K at 24fps (7680 × 4320, 16:9)4K at 30 fps
Video modes / frame rates16:9 recording: 8K/24fps; 4K up to 120fps; 1080p up to 240fpsVideo 4K: 3840x2160@24/25/30fps 2.7K: 2720x1536@24/25/30fps, 2752x1530@50fps 1080p: 1920x1080@24/25/30/50fps FreeFrame Video 4K: 3840x2880@24/25/30fps 2.7K: 2720x2040@24/25/30/50fps 1080p: 1920x1440@24/25/30/50fps Timelapse 4K: 4000x3000@30fps (Export using Insta360 Studio for optimal quality.) TimeShift 4K: 4000x3000@30fps (Export using Insta360 Studio for optimal quality.) 2.7K: 2720x2040@30fps Slow Motion 2.7K: 2720x1530@100fps 1080p: 1920x1080@120/200fps Pre-Recording 4K: 3840x2160@24/25/30fps 2.7K: 2720x1536@24/25/30fps, 2752x1530@50fps 1080p: 1920x1080@24/25/30/50fps Loop Recording 4K: 3840x2160@24/25/30fps 2.7K: 2720x1536@24/25/30fps, 2752x1530@50fps 1080p: 1920x1080@24/25/30/50fps
Slow motion4K up to 120fps or 1080p up to 240fps2.7K at 100 fps; 1080p at 120 / 200 fps
Video formats / codecsMP4; H.264 or H.265MP4; H.264
Shooting modesPhoto, HDR Photo, Interval, Burst; Video, FreeFrame, PureVideo, Slow Motion, Starlapse, Timelapse, TimeShift, Loop Recording and Pre-recordingVideo: Video, FreeFrame Video, Timelapse, TimeShift, Slow Motion, Pre-Recording, Loop Recording, Interval Video Photo: Photo, HDR Photo, Interval Photo, Starlapse
Sensor—Image sensor
35mm equivalent focal length—16mm
Color profiles / HDR—Standard, Vivid, Flat, Portrait
Stabilization—FlowState stabilization
Horizon leveling / lock—360° Horizon Lock via FreeFrame export

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Microphones—2
Audio modes—Wind Reduction, Stereo, Direction Focus
Audio format—48 kHz, 24bits, AAC

Platform & storage

Platform & storage specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Operating system / platform—Insta360 camera firmware; Insta360 app and Studio
Internal storage—64GB, 128GB
Memory card / expandable storage—No microSD slot; fixed internal storage

Battery

Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Battery capacity—GO 3S: 310mAh Action Pod: 1270mAh
Battery life / runtime—GO 3S: 38 mins GO 3S + Action Pod: 140 mins *Tested in 77°F (25°C) lab conditions at 1080p@30fps Video Mode, screen and Wi-Fi off. Run time may vary in different conditions.

Sensors & ecosystem

Sensors & ecosystem specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Sensors—6-axis gyroscope
Companion app / compatibility—Insta360 app (iOS / Android), Insta360 Studio (Windows / macOS); feature support depends on device and software version
Mounting / accessory system—Magnetic mounting; Magnet Pendant, Easy Clip and Pivot Stand
Colors—Arctic White, Midnight Black

Camera system

Camera system specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Focus range—Minimum focus distance: 0.5 m
ISO range—100-3200
Shutter speed—Photo: 1/8000 - 120s; Video: 1/8000 - to the limit of frames per second
Exposure control / compensation—±4EV
White balance—Auto, 2000–10000K

Video capture

Video capture specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Maximum video bitrate—120Mbps
Video codec / encoding—H.264
Livestreaming—/

Photo capture

Photo capture specifications comparison
SpecificationInsta360 Ace ProInsta360 GO 3S
Photo modes—Photo, HDR Photo, Interval Photo, Starlapse

Similarities

  • Both use MP4 (video formats / codecs).
  • Both are made by Insta360.

In summary

Get the Insta360 Ace Pro if you want a larger 1/1.3-inch sensor for cleaner low-light footage and 8K video, or the Insta360 GO 3S if you would rather have a lighter build and a larger 2.2-inch screen.

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