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Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is only halfway done, and I am genuinely buzzing to see flagship gear hitting must-buy territory. I’ve always been fascinated by action cameras. They allow you to be the director of your own life without actually having to rely on anyone else's camera skills. I once asked my dad to film me doing a backflip on vacation, and I ended up with seven minutes of high-resolution footage of him staring confusedly into the lens while asking is it on yet? I realized then that if I wanted the shot, I'd need to make it Dad-proof.
The Insta360 X5 captures a full 8K 360-degree view, meaning all you need to do is hit record and exist. You can re-frame the shot later to find yourself in the frame, effectively firing your dad as your primary cinematographer.
It's available right now for $464.99, that's 15% off its actual value of $549.99. This deal won't last long.
Recommended by Our Editors
The X5 is a godsend for content creators and anyone who loves to film their adventures. It features dual 1/1.28-inch sensors capable of filming immersive 8K30fps 360-degree video with incredible dynamic range, powered by a triple AI chip design for superior low-light clarity. Its FlowState Stabilization and 360-degree Horizon Lock ensure your footage stays level and buttery-smooth without a gimbal, while the Invisible Selfie Stick effect enables impossible third-person views. It’s waterproof to 49 feet without a case and boasts an upgraded 185-minute battery life that fast-charges to 80% in just 20 minutes. Plus, the new multi-layer Wind Guard and four-mic array ensure your audio is as crisp as your high-res visuals.
Not only did it earn an "Outstanding" rating from our expert, Craig Rawlins-Wilson, but it also won our Editors' Choice award for the best 360 cameras. As Craig said in his in-depth review, "The Insta360 X5 is a staggeringly versatile, rugged, and waterproof camera that can produce 360-degree stills and video, as well as more conventional single-camera action footage with resolution to spare."
This Insta360 X5 deal is a rare opportunity to grab the gold standard of 360-degree cameras for a price that makes sense. It’s the ultimate way to future-proof your memories and ensure you actually end up in your own vacation videos for once.