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Insta360 upcoming products: hints from the CEO’s computer

Par : PR admin
3 juillet 2026 à 00:38



The above screenshot of the Insta360 CEO’s computer was taken from a publicly available video post on Chinese social media and contains some hints on upcoming Insta360 products (check also the ongoing Insta360 sale):

  • From the top, the first item is a Luna Ultra firmware
  • Next is “compared OP4.mov”: OP4 here is most likely a comparison with the OSMO Pocket 4
  • Next is “X6 360 pv (X6&001) compressed.mov”: clearly referring to a new X6 product (the next 360 camera model?)
  • Next is a folder named “z0 latest sample for jk (only roughly adjusted exposure and color)”: the rumored mirrorless camera from Insta360 is called Z0 (this is probably a code name, not a final product name)
  • Next is “X6 360 pv (X6&001) .mov.larkcache”, again the X6 (the next 360 camera model)
  • “z03 compared OP4.mov.larkcache”: this seems to be a new product labeled as Z03
  • The last folder is “z0 latest sample for jk” –  z0 again, the rumored Insta360 mirrorless camera

Update – the Insta360 X6 camera is already registered with the FCC:

The rumored Insta360 mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera will have an MFT mount

Is Insta360 coming up with a new mirrorless camera?

 

Patent wars: GoPro, Insta360, and DJI – the latest updates

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Patent wars: GoPro, Insta360, and DJI – the latest updates

Par : PR admin
15 juin 2026 à 21:03

Lawsuits Status Notes
GoPro vs. Insta360 Closed Insta360 won at ITC (Feb 2026)
DJI vs. Insta360 Active Multiple lawsuits filed by DJI
Insta360 vs. DJI Active Multiple countersuits filed by Insta360

The action camera world has recently turned into a legal battlefield. At the moment, the major patent battles are:

  • GoPro vs. Insta360 (ITC + U.S. federal litigation)
  • DJI vs. Insta360 (Shenzhen patent ownership dispute)
  • DJI vs. Insta360 (Texas Luna/Osmo Pocket patent infringement lawsuits)
  • Insta360 vs. DJI (U.S. countersuits involving five patents)


Here are the latest updates on the major patent lawsuits involving GoPro, Insta360, and DJI:

GoPro vs. Insta360 (ITC Case)

GoPro filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission (Investigation No. 337-TA-1400) accusing Insta360 of infringing multiple patents, including HyperSmooth stabilization technology and the iconic HERO camera design.

Final ruling (February 2026):

  • GoPro won on its design patent – the ITC issued a Limited Exclusion Order and Cease & Desist Order against certain older/legacy Insta360 Ace models.
  • GoPro lost on all five utility patents covering stabilization, horizon leveling, and distortion correction. These claims were ruled invalid, not infringed, or both.
  • Current Insta360 cameras (2025+) are unaffected. Insta360 called it a “complete victory” on the important technical patents.

Update on the GoPro vs. Insta360 lawsuit

DJI vs. Insta360 (China Lawsuit – March 2026)

DJI sued Insta360’s parent company, Arashi Vision, in the Shenzhen Intermediate People’s Court. The case involves six patents related to drone flight control, structural design, and image processing.

DJI claims these patents are “service inventions” that rightfully belong to DJI because they were developed by former DJI engineers who joined Insta360 within one year of leaving the company (under Chinese patent law).

Insta360 has strongly denied the claims, stating the innovations were created independently. The case is still ongoing with no major public updates since the initial filings.

DJI vs. Insta360 & Insta360 vs. DJI (U.S. Lawsuits – June 2026)

This is the newest and most active front.

DJI’s lawsuits (filed June 10–11, 2026): DJI filed two complaints in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas against Insta360’s new Luna and Luna Ultra pocket gimbal cameras. The suits allege infringement of:

  • 2 design patents (overall look and layout)
  • 4 utility patents (gimbal control modes, subject tracking, and on-device display features)

DJI is seeking an injunction to block U.S. sales of the Luna series plus damages.

Insta360’s countersuits (filed June 12, 2026): Insta360 quickly responded with two countersuits asserting five of its own utility patents against DJI. The patents cover gimbal stabilization, directional control, and panoramic video stabilization. The accused products include DJI’s Osmo Pocket series, Ronin/RS gimbals, Osmo Mobile, and Osmo 360.

Insta360 founder JK Liu stated the company will “take decisive action to defend our intellectual property” while emphasizing that the Luna was developed independently since 2020.

DJI has filed a lawsuit against Insta360 over patent violations

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Insta360 Luna Ultra camera officially announced

Par : PR admin
10 juin 2026 à 15:38




The previously reported  Insta360 Luna Ultra camera is now officially announced and available for order at:

Insta360 Launches Luna Ultra: Leica Co-Engineered Gimbal Camera Built for Next-Generation Mobile Filmmaking

Insta360 today announced Luna Ultra, its flagship gimbal camera co-engineered with Leica, built to combine professional imaging, 3-axis stabilization, and flexible creative tools in one portable device.

Featuring a dual-lens design with a pro-grade telephoto lens, it’s built for everyday creators and mobile filmmakers. With 1″ 8K imaging, Leica Summicron lenses, a detachable OLED touchscreen, and advanced AI-powered tracking, Luna Ultra brings Insta360’s imaging expertise into a new category for creators who want smooth, high-quality video and photos wherever they go.

Advanced Imaging and Optics

Luna Ultra features a Leica Summicron lens paired with a 1″ 8K sensor for high-resolution video and photo capture, and a secondary telephoto lens system with a 1/1.3″ sensor and F2.0 aperture, enabling natural bokeh across five focal lengths, with up to 12× zoom, including 6× lossless zoom.

“Luna Ultra marks Insta360’s arrival in the gimbal camera space, backed by the full strength of our imaging expertise. We believe this category is ready for a new standard, defined by smarter technology, stronger performance, and a more intuitive user experience. Luna reflects our vision for the future of gimbal imaging, built to help people capture what matters with greater ease, confidence, and authenticity.” — Max Richter, VP of Marketing and Co-Founder of Insta360.

Video capabilities include 8K30fps recording with Dolby Vision and support for 10-bit I-Log capture for greater color information and flexibility in post-production. With up to 14 stops of dynamic range, the system preserves rich detail in both highlights and shadows. For photography, Luna Ultra supports 37MP UltraPhotos and 200MP Scenic Panorama photos.

Low-light performance is enhanced by PureVideo Mode, which reduces noise and improves brightness and detail up to 4K60fps. Luna Ultra also features a Triple AI Chip to support advanced image processing and overall performance.

Design and Stabilization

  • Luna Ultra features a compact, lightweight design at just over 200g, making it as easy to carry as a modern smartphone.
  • An industry-first detachable 2″ OLED touchscreen enables remote monitoring and control with HD transmission up to 20 meters, for more flexible shooting angles and solo capture.
  • It also features a 1550mAh battery for up to four hours of use, with fast charging to 80% in approximately 23 minutes. Built-in storage provides 47GB of usable space, with support for up to 1TB via microSD.
  • A 3-axis stabilization system, combined with electronic image stabilization, ensures smooth footage during movement. Deep Track 5.0 enables precise subject tracking, with features including Auto Tracking, Active Zoom Tracking, Group Tracking, and Smart Framing to help keep subjects in frame and in focus.

Creative Tools and Professional Workflow

  • Luna Ultra incorporates Leica color profiles, including Leica Natural, Leica Vivid, and Leica Chrome, alongside a range of cinematic filters for flexible in-camera looks. It also supports professional color workflows, including ACES (Academy Color Encoding System).
  • Built-in timecode enables multi-camera synchronization and supports editing in software such as Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro. Additional tools include QR Color Share for sharing color settings between devices and AI-assisted editing within the Insta360 app, which identifies key moments and generates ready-to-share edits.
  • For audio, Luna Ultra features a built-in wind guard for clearer outdoor recording, along with direct compatibility with Insta360 Mic systems for single or dual-transmitter setups.
  • A dedicated accessory lineup further expands creative options, including a POV Head Tracker for hands-free capture, Black Mist filters for cinematic diffusion, a Wide-Angle Lens that expands the field of view to 108°, and ND Filters for exposure control and motion blur.

 

A Six-Year Partnership in Imaging Innovation

Insta360’s partnership with Leica spans six years and five co-developed products, combining Leica’s optical heritage and iconic color science with Insta360’s Emmy Award-winning imaging technology. With Luna Ultra, the two companies bring that collaboration into a new category, pairing professional optics with compact, AI-powered gimbal camera design.

Luna Ultra was unveiled at Leica’s Headquarters in Wetzlar, underscoring the close partnership behind Insta360’s first Leica co-engineered gimbal camera.

“This launch represents more than a new product announcement. It reflects the shared vision and long-term collaboration between Insta360 and Leica, combining optical heritage with a new generation of intelligent imaging technology.” — Marius Eschweiler, VP of Business Unit Mobile at Leica Camera AG.

Availability & Pricing

Luna Ultra will be available starting June 10 via the Insta360 Store, Amazon, Best Buy, and select retailers worldwide, with availability in some markets to follow at a later date.

  • Luna Ultra – US$ 769.99
  • It will be available in Cosmic Black and Stellar White.

Insta360 Luna Ultra

Gimbal

Controllable Range Pan: -57° to 235°
Tilt: -57° to 120°
Roll: -50° to 50°
Mechanical Range Pan: -63° to 240°
Tilt: -98° to 180°
Roll: -63° to 220°
Max. Control Speed 210.0°/s
Angular Vibration Range ±0.005°

Main Lens

Sensor Size 1″
Aperture F1.8
35mm Equivalent Focal Length 20mm
Minimum Focus Distance 9cm

Telephoto Lens

Sensor Size 1/1.3″
Aperture F2.0
35mm Equivalent Focal Length 60mm
Minimum Focus Distance 15cm
Focal length Focal length Photo: 1–12×
Video: 1–12×
360 Panorama: 1× only
200MP Scenic Panorama: 3× only

Photo & Video

Video Resolution Video
8K (16:9): 7680×4320@30/25/24fps
8K (2.35:1): 7680×3264@30/25/24fps
4K (16:9): 3840×2160@120/100/60/50/48/30/25/24fps
4K (2.35:1): 3840×1632@120/100/60/50/48/30/25/24fps
3K (1:1): 3072×3072@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
3K (9:16): 1728×3072@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
2.7K (16:9): 2688×1520@120/100/60/50/48/30/25/24fps
2.7K (9:16): 1520×2688@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
1080p (16:9): 1920×1080@240/200/120/100/60/50/48/30/25/24fps
1080p (9:16): 1080×1920@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
PureVideo
4K (16:9): 3840×2160@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
3K (9:16): 1728×3072@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
2.7K (16:9): 2688×1520@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
2.7K (9:16): 1520×2688@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
1080p (16:9): 1920×1080@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
1080p (9:16): 1080×1920@60/50/48/30/25/24fps
Slow Motion
4K (16:9): 3840×2160@120/100fps
4K (2.35:1): 3840×1632@120/100fps
2.7K (16:9): 2688×1520@120/100fps
1080p (16:9): 1920×1080@240/200/120/100fps
Timelapse
4K: 3840×2160@30fps
2.7K: 2688×1520@30fps
1080p: 1920×1080@30fps
Photo Resolution Photo (UltraPhoto):
37MP (7040×5288, 6144×6144)
33MP (7680×4320)
Photo (Standard):
9MP (3520×2644, 3072×3072)
8MP (3840×2160)
200MP Scenic Panorama:
200MP (20224×10112)
Video Format MP4
Photo Format jpg
jpg+RAW
Video Modes Video, PureVideo, Slow Motion, Timelapse, TimeShift, Barrel Roll
Photo Modes Photo (Standard/UltraPhoto), Live Frame, Panorama
Color Profiles Standard, Dolby Vision, 10-bit I-Log
I-Log
Color Depth Photo: 8-bit
Video: 10-bit
Color Gamut Photo/Live Frame: Rec. 601
Video (Standard): Rec. 709
Video (Dolby Vision): Rec. 2020
Video Coding H.265
Max. Video Bitrate 120Mbps
Exposure Value ±4EV
ISO Range 100–6400
Shutter Speed Photo: 1/8000 – 30s
Video: 1/8000 – 1/24s
White Balance 2000–10000K

Audio

Audio Modes Wind Reduction, Voice Enhancement, Original Audio
Audio Format 48kHz, 32-bit, AAC

Hardware

Weight Cosmic Black: 233g (8.2 oz), Stellar White: 235g (8.3 oz)
*Due to differences in manufacturing processes, there is a reasonable weight deviation in product weight.
Dimensions 52.4×169.9×38.5mm
Storage Methods Internal storage + support for microSD cards up to 1TB
Internal Storage Capacity 47GB
Mics 4 (3 mics on main gimbal, 1 mic on the detachable touchscreen)
Battery Capacity Main gimbal: 1550mAh
Detachable touchscreen: 210mAh
Charging Time 80% in 23 mins (15V 3A)
*Tested in 77°F (25°C) lab environment, camera powered off with a PD3.0 PPS certified 45W USB-C charger. Charging time may vary under different conditions.
Run Time 240 mins
*Tested in a 77°F (25°C) lab environment, 1080p24fps video with the screen & WiFi turned off.
Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F (0℃ to 40℃)
Color Cosmic Black, Stellar White
Wi-Fi Operating Frequency Main gimbal:
2.4GHz ~ 2.4835GHz
5.15GHz ~ 5.85GHz
Detachable touchscreen: 2.4GHz~2.4835GHz
Wi-Fi Protocol Main gimbal: Wi-Fi 6.0 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Detachable touchscreen: Wi-Fi 4.0 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi Transmitter Power (EIRP) Main gimbal:
2.4G:
<20dBm (FCC/CE/SRRC/MIC)
5.15GHz~5.725GHz:
<20dBm (FCC/CE/SRRC/MIC)
5.725GHz~5.85GHz:
<23dBm (FCC/SRRC), <14dBm (CE)
Detachable touchscreen:
2.4G:
< 20dbm (FCC/CE/SRRC/MIC)
Bluetooth Protocol BR/EDR/BLE
Bluetooth Operating Frequency 2402MHz ~ 2480MHz
Bluetooth Transmitter Power (EIRP) ≤20dBm
USB Type-C USB 3.0

Compatible Devices

Mobile Phones/Tablets iOS Devices:
Compatible with iOS devices with A14 chips or above and iOS 15.0 or later, including: iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone SE (3rd generation, 2022), iPad Pro (M4/M3/M2/M1, 2021–2024), iPad Air (M2/M1, 2022–2024), iPad mini (A17 Pro/A15, 2021–2024), iPad (2022), and newer models.
Android Devices:
Compatible with Android devices with Snapdragon 855, Exynos 2200, Dimensity 9000, Google Tensor G1 and newer chips.
(Requires Android 10.0 or above.)
Note:
Devices that do not meet the above requirements may still be able to use the app to control the camera. However, the performance of some processor-intensive and AI-powered features may be sub-optimal.
Bluetooth Devices Wireless Microphones:
Insta360 Mic Air
Insta360 Mic Pro
Bluetooth Remote:
Insta360 POV Head Tracker

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The Insta360 Luna Ultra camera is not officially announced yet, but you can order one at B&H Photo

Par : PR admin
9 juin 2026 à 17:47

The Insta360 Luna Ultra camera is not officially announced yet, but you can already order it at B&H Photo:

You can also already reserve the upcoming Insta360 Luna in Germany

Here are the details:

  • Capture up to 8K30 Action Footage
  • Dual Lenses, 1″ & 1/1.3″ CMOS Sensors
  • Detachable 2″ OLED Screen
  • 3-Axis Stabilization, AI Tracking
  • Built-In Leica Color Profiles

Insta360 Luna Ultra Overview

The Luna Ultra from Insta360 is an AI-powered gimbal camera capable of capturing up to 8K30 video thanks to its Leica-engineered optics. The Luna Ultra features two lenses, one with a 1″ CMOS image sensor and one with a 1/1.3″ CMOS sensor. A triple AI chip ensures efficient low-light performance. The 2″ OLED touchscreen on the camera can actually detach to function as a wireless remote for control over distance. AI-powered tracking and rapid focus protocols keep your subjects in focus even during fast-action sports.
High-Quality Imagery
Dual Leica-engineered lenses with professional imaging chips support up to 8K30 Dolby Vision video, 4K120 slow motion, and 4K60 PureVideo. The pro-grade telephoto lens can facilitate up to 12x zoom and 6x lossless zoom for crisp close-ups.
Realistic Portrait Capture
Film 4K60 portrait videos and 4K Live Frame photos all from a single device. Beauty Mode refines skin texture and brightens complexions.
Detachable 2″ OLED Touchscreen
The Luna Ultra’s detachable 2″ OLED touchscreen supports HD video signal transmission up to 65’for remote viewing and control. A built-in wireless microphone in the component records clear dialogue even at a distance.
Smart Shooting
The Luna Ultra features a 3-axis stabilized gimbal, AI tracking, and direct support for the Mic Pro transmitter. Record for long periods of time with the 4-hour battery life.
Built-In Professional Color
Built-in Leica color profiles and cinematic filters create baked-in professional looks for your footage. The Luna Ultra also features 10-bit I-Log and up to 14 stops of dynamic range for rich highlights, shadows, and color detail.

Additional information on the new camera can be found here (check the Insta360 website for more information):

You can already reserve the upcoming Insta360 Luna camera in Germany

The latest Insta360 Luna camera rumors

Coming soon: Insta360 Luna pocket handheld gimbal camera

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