Insta360 has had a busy 2026, and if you've been wondering what's new from Insta360, the short answer is: a lot — and most of it is designed to make shooting easier without making you start over. New cameras grab the headlines, but for the majority of creators the smartest upgrade isn't a brand-new camera at all. It's a small piece of kit that makes the gear, or even the phone, you already own do more.
We've grouped Insta360's latest releases by what they actually upgrade. Find the one that matches what's already in your bag, and spend a lot less than you expected to level up your content. Everything below is in stock now in South Africa at 180by2, with free shipping on orders over R1000.
Upgrade your phone: Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen
Your phone's best camera is on the back — but you can't see yourself while you use it, so most of us default to the weaker front camera for selfies and vlogs.
The Snap Selfie Screen fixes that. It's a 3.5" touchscreen that clips magnetically to the back of your phone and mirrors your camera app in real time, so you can frame, light and shoot with your rear camera. It connects via USB-C, so there's no pairing, barely any lag, and no battery to charge — it draws power from the phone. There's a standard version and a version with a built-in fill light (developed with beauty-optics brand AMIRO) for even, flattering light in dim or backlit scenes.
It works with most modern iPhone and Android phones that have a USB-C port, which makes it the lowest-effort upgrade on this entire list — no Insta360 camera required.
From R2 299. Shop the Snap Selfie Screen.
Upgrade your audio: Insta360 Mic Pro
Great footage with weak audio is half-baked content. The Insta360 Mic Pro is the brand's flagship wireless microphone, and its headline trick is that it pairs directly to your Insta360 X5, X4 Air, Ace Pro 2 or GO Ultra over Bluetooth — no receiver box needed. It also plugs into DSLR and mirrorless cameras via 3.5mm, and into phones via USB-C, so it slots into almost any setup.
It comes with a three-microphone array with selectable pickup patterns, NPU-powered AI noise cancellation, 32-bit float internal recording to 32GB of onboard storage (so clipping is effectively impossible and you always have a backup track), and a customisable E-Ink display you can brand with your own graphic.
There are two bundles available at 180by2:
- Mic Pro Transmitter — just the mic, ideal for solo creators pairing direct to an Insta360 camera. From R2 499.
- Mic Pro Kit (2 TX + 1 RX) — two transmitters and a receiver, built for interviews, podcasts and multi-person shoots.
Upgrade your X5: Insta360 X5 Photography Grip
If you own an Insta360 X5 (or X4 Air), the Photography Grip turns your 360 camera into something closer to a classic point-and-shoot. It attaches at the base, keeping your hand well out of the lenses, and is purpose-built for wide, cinematic 2.35:1 photos.
The standout is a tactile mechanical shutter button — a proper, satisfying click — paired with a USB-C connection that needs no charging and no pairing. QuickCapture lets you fire off a shot even while the camera is powered off, and in-camera film filters and border watermarks give each frame a finished, film-like look straight out of the camera. The aluminium-and-silicone body is light at around 135g and ships with a wrist strap.
It's the perfect pick-up for X5 owners who want to shoot stills and street photography, not just immersive video.
Shop the X5 Photography Grip and other X5 accessories
Upgrade your Ace Pro 2: Insta360 Xplorer Grip Pro Kit
Action-camera owners get their own version of the same idea. The Xplorer Grip Pro Kit transforms the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 into a street-photography and urban-travel tool, with an ergonomic grip that puts real controls under your fingers.
It connects directly to the camera and gives you lossless zoom via a dedicated zoom knob (a quick turn snaps to a focal length, a longer turn zooms smoothly), exposure control, easy mode switching and a shutter button — all from the grip. Crucially, it also packs a built-in 2010mAh battery that delivers up to 5 hours 40 minutes of non-stop shooting and can feed power to the camera itself, so it doubles as a runtime extender on long days out.
If you shoot with an Ace Pro 2 and have ever run low on battery or wished for more tactile control, this is the upgrade to look at.
Shop the Ace Pro 2 Xplorer Grip Pro Kit and other accessories
Ready for a new camera? The Insta360 Luna Ultra
And if you are ready to add or replace a camera, the Insta360 Luna Ultra is the flagship that headlines this whole wave. It's Insta360's first dedicated gimbal camera, co-engineered with Leica, combining dual lenses, 8K30 video with Dolby Vision, three-axis mechanical stabilisation, a detachable touchscreen and AI subject tracking — all in a pocketable 200g body.
It comes in two bundles at 180by2:
- Standard Bundle — the camera plus everyday shooting essentials. From R16 999.
- Creator Bundle — adds the Mic Pro, a wide-angle lens, a battery handle and a carry bag for a complete filmmaking kit. R21 999.
Explore the Insta360 Luna Ultra.
Which Insta360 upgrade is right for you?
- You shoot selfies and vlogs on your phone → Snap Selfie Screen
- Your audio is letting your footage down → Mic Pro (Transmitter for solo work, Kit for interviews)
- You own an X5 or X4 Air and want to shoot stills → X5 Photography Grip
- You own an Ace Pro 2 and want longer battery and tactile control → Xplorer Grip Pro Kit
- You're ready for a do-it-all camera → Luna Ultra
Frequently asked questions
What is Insta360?
Insta360 is a camera brand best known for 360-degree, action and gimbal cameras built around strong stabilisation and AI-assisted shooting and editing. Alongside the cameras, it makes accessories — mics, grips, selfie screens and more — that work across its lineup. In South Africa, the full range is available at 180by2.
What is the best Insta360 camera?
It depends on how you shoot. For immersive 360 capture, the Insta360 X5 is the flagship; for rugged action and low-light video, the Ace Pro 2; for gimbal-stabilised filmmaking, the new Luna Ultra; and for a tiny, hands-free 4K camera, the GO Ultra. Match the camera to your main use case rather than chasing specs alone.
Are Insta360 cameras waterproof?
Several are waterproof straight out of the box, to varying depths, while others need a dive case for deeper use. Water resistance differs by model, so check the rating on each product page before you take it underwater.
Is the Insta360 GO Ultra waterproof?
The GO Ultra is built for active, everyday use with water resistance, but the exact depth rating varies — confirm the current spec on the product page before submerging it.
Where can I buy Insta360 in South Africa?
You can buy the full Insta360 range — cameras and accessories — in South Africa at 180by2, with free standard shipping on orders over R1 000, a 30-day return policy and local support.
Shop the new Insta360 range in South Africa
Every product above is in stock now at 180by2, South Africa's home for Insta360, VR and Smartglasses. You'll get free standard shipping on orders over R1 000, a 30-day return policy, local support, and a 5.0 rating across 126 Google reviews to back it up.
The best part of this year's line-up is how little you need to spend to make a real difference to your content. Start with the gear you already own — your camera, or even just your phone — and add the one piece that's been holding your work back.