TL;DR (for price shoppers)
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Entry/budget (previous-gen): Insta360 X3 from R7799 at SA retailers.
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Current gen midrange: Insta360 X4from roughly R11,099 depending on store/bundle.
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Flagship 360: Insta360 X5 starts from R13,999 in SA depending on store/bundle. Shoots 8K 30fps 360.
Prices vary by bundle, memory size and promos. Always compare what’s in the box (battery, selfie stick, lens guards, etc.).
What you’re really paying for
Resolution & sensors: The big jump in 360 content capture is 8K 360 capture (crisper reframes for Reels/Shorts), improved sensors and low-light modes. The Insta360 X5 brings 8K30, PureVideo low-light, replaceable lens guards and InstaFrame Mode, which records a ready-to-share flat clip and a full 360 file at the same time—huge for quick posting.
Workflow: All Insta360 360 cameras have FlowState stabilization and the invisible selfie stick effect (your pole disappears for drone-like shots). That’s half the magic of 360.
Which model fits your budget & use-case?
1) Best overall 360 (2025): Insta360 X5 — from R13999
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Why pick it: 8K 360 video, better low-light, sturdier design, replaceable lens, InstaFrame for instant posts + future reframing. Great for bikers, travel vloggers, creators who want room to punch-in during edits.
2) Great value new-gen: Insta360 X4 — from R11099
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Why pick it: 8K 30fps 360, excellent stabilization, “Me Mode” for quick POV without reframing. Sweet spot if you want current-gen 8K but don’t need the X5’s sensor extras or don’t plan to shoot a lot of lowlight.
3) Budget / starter: Insta360 X3 — from R7799
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Why pick it: Affordable entry into 360 with 5.7K capture, strong stabilization, accessories everywhere. Ideal for beginners, students, young vloggers.
Why get a 360 camera at all?
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Freedom of camera movement: don’t stress framing on the day—shoot first, point later.
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Invisible selfie stick look: drone-like perspectives with no pole in frame.
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Instant coverage: capture everything in one take; re-edit different angles for multiple posts.
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Stabilization built-in: FlowState keeps shots butter-smooth without a gimbal.
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New: InstaFrame (X5): record a shareable flat video + full 360 simultaneously—post today, reframe deeper tomorrow.
Conclusion
If you’re new to 360, the price decision in South Africa (Aug 2025) is pretty simple:
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Want the sharpest, most future-proof 360? Go X5 (from R13999) for 8K, low-light gains and InstaFrame to post fast and keep full 360 for later.
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Want current-gen 8K without the extra frills? X4 ( from R11099) is the sweet spot.
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On a tight budget or just testing the waters? X3 (from R7799) still delivers excellent 5.7K and FlowState stabilization.
If you realise you prefer classic single-lens sharpness and the fastest “shoot → post” workflow, look at our Action Camera price guide (Ace Pro 2, GO 3S). Either way, all three 360 options are strong for Reels/Shorts, travel and moto-vlogs—and you’ll unlock the big advantages of 360: freedom of camera movement, invisible selfie stick, and instant coverage from a single take.
We offer fast SA delivery and local warranty support, so you can start creating sooner. Ready to pick your fit? Shop X5, X4 or X3 on 180by2.
Camera Comparison
We maintain an ongoing list of in-depth Insta360 camera comparisons to help you choose the right model:
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Insta360 X4 vs X5 – Initial Comparison – A closer look at resolution, low-light performance, and workflow differences between the two 8K 360 powerhouses.
Bookmark this section — we’ll be adding more detailed match-ups as new models arrive or major updates roll out.