KEY TAKEAWAYS
  • 165 g 8K 360 camera with dual 1/1.8-inch sensors for richer detail.
  • New AdaptiveTone exposure and Active HDR up to 8K30 for tougher lighting. 
  • Replaceable, coated lenses; waterproof to 15 m with FlowState stabilisation and 360° Horizon Lock. 
  • Smarter controls: Twist to Shoot, Gesture and Voice Control. 
  • InstaFrame Mode, AI edits in the app, and a one-year 200 GB Insta360+ cloud sub included for a limited time.
  • Standard bundle AED 1449; Starter bundle AEd 1599; sales start 28 Oct in two colours. 

Insta360 has a new pocketable 8K 360 camera. X4 Air weighs just 165 grams yet brings bigger sensors, stronger HDR, swappable lenses and easier controls. It ships 28 October in Graphite Black and Arctic White, starting at AED 1449 for the Standard bundle.

What’s new in X4 Air

Bigger sensors and smarter processing aim for cleaner, more natural 8K.

  • Dual 1/1.8-inch sensors
  • 8K 360 video up to 30 fps with Active HDR
  • AdaptiveTone exposure across both lenses
  • Portrait Mode for skin tones and improved low light
  • Claim of 134% pixel-area increase vs X4

Insta360 says the larger sensors raise detail and colour, while AdaptiveTone balances highlights and shadows across the full 360 frame. Active HDR now works up to 8K30. Portrait Mode lifts faces without heavy grading, and updated noise reduction keeps footage usable at night. 

Design, durability and handling

Lighter body, tougher glass, fewer panic moments.

  • 165 g body built for all-day carry
  • Replaceable lenses with ultra-hard coating
  • Optional lens guards
  • Waterproof to 15 m
  • FlowState stabilisation and 360° Horizon Lock

At 165 g, X4 Air is the brand’s lightest 8K 360 camera. Scratched a lens? Swap it in seconds; the new coating also doubles drop resistance vs X4, with optional guards to cut glare. It’s rated to 49 ft/15 m without a case and keeps footage level using FlowState and Horizon Lock.   

Smarter controls on the move

Capture without fiddling with buttons.

  • Twist to Shoot via the selfie stick
  • Gesture Control for photos and video
  • Voice Control for hands-free recording

These controls are built for skiing, cycling or quick group shots. Twist to Shoot starts or stops recording with a simple turn. Gesture Control recognises quick hand signals when the camera’s out of reach. Voice Control keeps you rolling when both hands are busy. 

Shooting modes and editing

One camera, many looks, minimum faff.

  • 360 capture for reframing later
  • 4K60 POV, walk-and-talk vlogs
  • Invisible Selfie Stick shots
  • InstaFrame Mode saves a flat video and a full 360 at once
  • AI tools: Auto Edit, FlashCut, AI Frame; Preset Perspectives

You can record everything around you, then reframe in the app for different angles. For fast posts, InstaFrame Mode gives you a ready-to-share flat clip while keeping a full 360 master for later edits. The app’s AI tools can auto-pick highlights, sync to music and output common aspect ratios in a few taps.

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Tip for creators in the UAE: if you need better on-camera audio, pair X4 Air with a compact wireless kit like the DJI Mic 3.

Apps, data and cloud

Stats baked into your video, and cloud when you need it.

  • Integrations with Apple, Garmin and HUAWEI
  • Syncs GPS, movement and performance data
  • Insta360+ cloud: auto-backup, edit anywhere, share with interactive 360 playback
  • Free one-year, 200 GB subscription for a limited time

If you track rides or runs, your movement data can ride along inside the video. With Insta360+, you can back up clips automatically, edit from phone, tablet or desktop and share a link that viewers can drag around in 360. A 1-year 200 GB plan is bundled for now. 

Price and availability

What you can buy today, and what’s coming next.

  • On sale from 28 October in Graphite Black and Arctic White
  • Standard bundle: AED 1449
  • Starter bundle: AED 1599 (adds 114 cm Invisible Selfie Stick, Lens Cap, extra Battery)
  • Retailers: Insta360 Store, Amazon and select retailers

Global sales begin 28 October, with two colours at launch. The Standard bundle starts at AED 1449; the Starter bundle is AED 1599 and throws in a few essentials. Retail channels include the brand’s store and Amazon.

What does Insta360 X4 Air weigh?

165 grams. 

Does it shoot 8K 360 video?

Yes, up to 8K at 30 fps with Active HDR. 

Is X4 Air waterproof?

Rated to 49 ft/15 m without a case. 

What’s new about image processing?

AdaptiveTone balances exposure per lens; Portrait Mode improves skin tones; low-light noise reduction has been updated. 

What are the launch bundles and price?

Standard bundle is US$399.99; Starter bundle is US$439.99, with sales starting 28 October. 

Does it work with previous X Series accessories?

It’s lighter and compatible with most X5 accessories, according to the brand. 

Is there free cloud storage?

Yes. A one-year Insta360+ subscription with 200 GB is included for a limited time. 

Any new controls for hands-free use?

Twist to Shoot, Gesture Control and Voice Control are built in. 

Can I record a normal flat video and 360 at once?

Yes. InstaFrame Mode saves both simultaneously. 

Where will it be sold?

Insta360’s store, Amazon and select retailers. US and Canada availability is flagged as coming soon. 

This is based solely on the official press release details. If UAE pricing lands, we’ll update the numbers and local buying info.