If you own a 360 camera, you might encounter the situation of trying to protect the lenses on it and yet fail to do so. The latest Insta360 X5 has managed to resolve this issue (IMHO).
For a good 360 camera, the lenses and the sensors are the most important. And often, the most exposed components are the lenses. They are round and protruding, and can be easily scratched if you are not careful.
Until Insta360 X5, you had no way to replace them. Now, the latest X5 has a lens replacement kit that you can use instantly. This is really a game changer. Check out the introduction video.
Now, the question is whether you need to update to X5 if you already own the X4. My honest opinion, NO. Because there are not many changes to the specs.
However, if you are like me with the older versions (I have the X2), then you might want to consider it. They have a few bundles that you can buy:
- Standard Bundle: S$769
- Essentials Bundle: S$919
- Replacement Lens Bundle: S$870
- Get-Set Bundle: S$818
- Premium Lens Guards Bundle: S$870
- No Drone No Problem Bundle: S$948
- Motorcycle Multiview Bundle: S$910
Check them out in the link below
Click Here to Check Out Insta360 X5
For those who is buying a 360 camera for the first time, let me warn you first. There is a learning curve on how to take the best video. It may seem simple to just go about your task with a 360 camera. However, you cannot change the height of the video after it has been taken. And the stitching is something you need to take note of when using it.
However, the positive point about having a 360 camera is that you will not miss out on any angle. That is a super big plus. Let me know what you think about this latest model.