INSTA360 ACE PRO REVIEW // THE TRUTH AFTER 1 MONTH OF TESTING

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  • Опубліковано 21 гру 2023
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  • @RS.Outdoors
    @RS.Outdoors 5 місяців тому +82

    Have both the 'Ace Pro' and the 'Osmo Action 4' and have to say that I prefer the image all-round from the Osmo. When it gets dark I usually film with a small spot light for the content that I create anyway. However I have found that when I do not use any of the HDR settings on the Ace Pro I get bad pulsing in the corners and weird glowing effects. Also feel the Osmo has far better colours more so with the new 10bit Natural setting update. The Ace also seems to have too much artificial compensation going on and maybe can be removed or toned down in a firmware update. Have sent it back as for myself I wasn't that impressed with the footage it produces. Oh and yes I do pixel peep :). Atb for Xmas and 2024.

    • @djmagicvnov
      @djmagicvnov 3 місяці тому

      Надо производить молекулярный просмотр

    • @Thenatalyteran
      @Thenatalyteran 18 днів тому

      The features ace pro make it killer for me. Osmo action 4 video quality is ok

  • @juspain1
    @juspain1 5 місяців тому +80

    I got the ace pro as well. I haven’t played with it too much but when I have it has been a much more enjoyable experience. Hand gestures with the flip up screen is pretty great. And that clarity zoom is awesome. The app seems great. Wish it didn’t use cellular data to make the AI videos, because currently im in a spot that has no cellphone service and with wifi that’s not an option. Overall I’m happy with it.
    Great review Stewart!

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому +1

      Always good to hear from someone who has used the camera. Cheers!

    • @33.Aspect
      @33.Aspect 5 місяців тому

      I watched many reviews of the ace pro and thinking if I should buy it but someone reviewed it and said it has terrible delay when filming with stability sensor on. How does the camera feel? I would probably use it for daily tasks but also biking snowboarding etc.

    • @bruceskousen5451
      @bruceskousen5451 5 місяців тому +2

      @@33.Aspectthe delay is just in the flip-up monitor. There isn’t any delay in the actual recorded file. In other words, if you quickly raise your hand, the monitor has a slight lag. We’re talking about a very slight lag.

  • @AaronAnywhere
    @AaronAnywhere 4 місяці тому +10

    Differences in ISO, aperture, and shutter speed settings can greatly influence the light capture and image results. It might be helpful to align these settings in future tests for a more direct comparison. Looking forward to more of your content!

  • @JRBjornsonVideos
    @JRBjornsonVideos 5 місяців тому +27

    I'm really impressed with the Insta360 Ace Pro action camera, especially its low-light capabilities, which are making me seriously consider purchasing it. Currently, I'm using the DJI Action 3, and while it meets most of my needs, its performance in low-light environments like bars or stand-up comedy venues isn't ideal for recording my comedy sets. I'm hoping the Insta360 Ace Pro will be the perfect upgrade and become my go-to camera for daily use and recording my stand-up performances at various local venues. Thanks so much for this informative video - you've definitely convinced me about the Insta360 Ace Pro's potential. Now, I just need to start saving up for it. Fingers crossed, maybe the price will drop by the time I've saved enough, perhaps in a year's time!

  • @BenClark103
    @BenClark103 4 місяці тому +10

    Interesting take on the Ace Pro. As a long-time user of the OA 4(i've also tried the ace pro), I've been particularly impressed with its quick response time and efficient battery management. These features have been a beneficial for me on long shoots. Looking forward to your long-term review of Ace Pro to see what else you discover, thanks!

  • @lynsmith1096
    @lynsmith1096 5 місяців тому

    Good review and comparison video Stuart

  • @Driftuner
    @Driftuner 5 місяців тому +9

    That zoom at 7:40 and the image over the bridge at night tells you everything you need to know about this camera. I got one a couple of days ago and its mindblowing...

    • @hereweare9011
      @hereweare9011 5 місяців тому

      No night shot at that time frame.

    • @Driftuner
      @Driftuner 5 місяців тому

      ​@@hereweare9011 Low light enough to make the o4 fall apart

  • @BeautifulNorfolk
    @BeautifulNorfolk 4 місяці тому +1

    Looks good! And nice to hear it's reliable... I've lost count the number of times I've had to pull the battery out of my Hero 11.

  • @MikeStevens
    @MikeStevens 15 днів тому

    Super helpful, thanks mate. This has helped me commit to picking up an Ace Pro tomorrow. Much appreciated!

  • @lavapix
    @lavapix 5 місяців тому +17

    Many people are straight up comparing the Ace Pro with other cameras versus taking it for what it is. As you said, I'd rather see something a bit different and innovative than just another choice of the same thing. The low light capabilities are what I'd get this for. Having to use a gimbal is a pain in many situations.

  • @zpiggekowalski4791
    @zpiggekowalski4791 3 місяці тому

    Good job, you tell me what's "inside" and I make my own decision. No BS!

  • @2WheelFreak
    @2WheelFreak Місяць тому

    Enjoying this great review when I realised you guys shot my wedding video!! 👀🤩 Great to see you and that was a really useful review, I had no idea about the ND motion blur in the app?! 🧐👍 Take care!

  • @retroonhisbikes
    @retroonhisbikes 2 місяці тому +1

    Just love the twist of/off lens of the gopro. Really miss that feature on the dji action 4 and now the ace pro.

  • @ParabellumUk
    @ParabellumUk 5 місяців тому +2

    Stewart I'm looking to buy my 1st action camera purely for downhill mountain biking which camera would you recommend to me DJI A4 or the 360AP?

  • @RonaldBrown59
    @RonaldBrown59 5 місяців тому +13

    I like that Insta360 re-thought what an Action should be and gave us something a little different from the likes of GoPro and DJI. But I'm not much a low-light or night shooter, so this cameras biggest selling point is way down on my priority list. The DLOG-M profile and 10 bit color features of Action 4 are much more important to me. And with the recent firmware upgrade to allow the use of the wireless Mic 2 this really has become my goto action cam. Great review Stewart, you really covered everything. Thanks for sharing, and Happy Holidays.

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому +1

      Makes perfect sense. All the best Ron!

    • @djmagicvnov
      @djmagicvnov 3 місяці тому

      У ace pro есть пульт ДУ с экраном

  • @gabriel221050
    @gabriel221050 22 дні тому

    Thanks for your professional review, can it take video/photos simultaneously like the old GoPro6

  • @mtbboy1993
    @mtbboy1993 4 місяці тому +1

    10:36 I need to see it fully de warped / corrected, which modes are there? I need more info on this, as I require zero distortion for POV mountain biking video.Cus I want to represent the trail as realistically as possible.

  • @mtbboy1993
    @mtbboy1993 4 місяці тому +2

    I need temperature tests. I live in Norway and ride in low sub zero temps. So some freezer testing would be good.
    I need to know how long the batteries last in sub zero temps.

  • @Garythegrinch
    @Garythegrinch 4 місяці тому +1

    Nice video, Stewart! While the ace Pro seems good, my experience with the DJI osmo action 4's image stabilization during my rides and also FPV has been nothing short of impressive. It might be an aspect worth revisiting imo.

  • @grahameconnor
    @grahameconnor 4 місяці тому

    Great review! I'm curious about your experience with the Osmo Action 4's ease of mode switching compared to the Ace Pro. In my use, the Osmo Action 4 has been quite user-friendly in this regard.

  • @CaptkuyaMRQ
    @CaptkuyaMRQ 4 місяці тому

    So you mentioned the ace pro isn't log footage and yet a flat color profile , so how would I color grade ace pro footage in Final Cut ect? Should I apply luts as the standard version of the lut or log version of the lut? Is there an initial step before adding luts to flat ace pro footage ? Or should I just shoot in standard or vivid and add luts with that footage opposed to using flat? Which gives the best quality color profile on the camera for me to later color grade/ correct and add luts ? Loving your content lately especially the ace pro goods!

  • @jakevisuals1
    @jakevisuals1 3 місяці тому +2

    Ace Pro has a more user-friendly interface and amazing app, which is more advanced than GoPrp's buggy Quik...The workflow for shooting and editing vlogging content is smooth and easy which I've been enjoying

  • @user-or1vo5jj9w
    @user-or1vo5jj9w 2 місяці тому

    Loved watching your video. Thank you. Could I ask a question. I am preparing to do a vlog and need a camera that won’t fisheye. I need it to focus on my face before I do my “Thing”. Is this camera ok for this? Many thanks. Xxx Ann

  • @BenjiH11
    @BenjiH11 4 місяці тому +1

    hope you're releasing a detailed side by side with hero 12 soon
    ace pro vs action 4 vs hero is what we need ‎‍‎‍🔥

  • @AlessandroSagnelli
    @AlessandroSagnelli 4 місяці тому

    Nice Video! It's possible use the zoon in freeframe mode?

  • @PenelopeJohnson325
    @PenelopeJohnson325 4 місяці тому +2

    Really insightful review on the Insta360 Ace Pro. I've been a fan of DJI products for a while though, and my experience with the Osmo Action 4's user interface and firmware stability has been quite positive. It might be worth giving it another chance!

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  4 місяці тому +1

      For sure, the Action 4 is hard to beat. I think that's why it's good Insta360 have not gone for a straight GoPro style copy and brought some new features to table. Good for us to have some options.

  • @peter572
    @peter572 Місяць тому

    I just bought an ACE PRO and I love the clarity zoom! How can I configure ISO for recording at night?

  • @ericspeltier
    @ericspeltier 4 місяці тому

    FABULOUS review! Any useful for me because I plan on MTBing with it.

  • @rep3e4
    @rep3e4 4 місяці тому

    great video thanks

  • @mtbboy1993
    @mtbboy1993 4 місяці тому +1

    8:12 Unless you go for a chin cam setup on a full face helmet, no stabilisation needed, only a proper mount like Gnartec Ultimate. Which is what I use.
    But still not sold on this camera. I of course shoot 60fps.

  • @MattT72
    @MattT72 4 місяці тому +1

    Interesting points on audio quality. I've been particularly impressed with the Osmo Action 4's wind noise reduction. Could you do a comparative test to see how the Ace Pro fares against it?

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  4 місяці тому

      Hey! The Ace Pro wind noise reduction makes the audio sound a bit underwater compared with the Action 4.

  • @dovklein7721
    @dovklein7721 2 місяці тому

    Thank you! what about GPS and viewing the route on google maps?

  • @svugt
    @svugt 4 місяці тому

    I'm looking to get a camera for some adventures on holiday while also film volleyball matches indoor. Those matches can last up to 2/2,5 hours. I have read that the Ace Pro will film longer in 4k30fps. But I am not sure as other sites say otherwise. I can understand that filming in 4k doesn't allow 2 hours recording anyways. But maybe 2.7k does? Is the Ace Pro better for indoor filming anyways? You also said cropping/zooming on ace pro at 4k doesn't lose the quality. Can you also do that on 2.7k?
    If you could help me out, it would be great.

  • @Stone1108
    @Stone1108 4 місяці тому

    Thanks Ali & Stewart. Excellent review. The Ace4 is definitely tempting, especially as a blogging alternative. I’ve just noticed on an email from DJI ‘Osmo Action 4: UP TO 23% OFF’ I wonder if this signals a significant upgrade / new release is soon to be on its way from DJI, shelf clearing and all of that … sales stuff! I’m only speculating of course!

  • @clickoclockproduction8169
    @clickoclockproduction8169 26 днів тому

    Great review man. Unrelated, whats that car bike mount you have?

  • @DavidBennettplus
    @DavidBennettplus 2 місяці тому

    Is there a wireless mic that will work with the Insta 360 without a lot of bits hanging off the camera - something simple? /Thanks

  • @rmkmedia6153
    @rmkmedia6153 5 місяців тому +3

    What kind of tripod are you using, I like the mic setup

    • @dbsranchr
      @dbsranchr 5 місяців тому

      I’m here for this comment as well.

    • @NickSzasz
      @NickSzasz 5 місяців тому

      I see the DJI mic on what appears to be a DJI tripod. Is the sound transmitted wirelessly or do you port the sound over by USB later? Please explain, thanks!

  • @johnkelly219
    @johnkelly219 4 місяці тому +1

    As an osmo action 4 user, I was suprised to see a comparison here. Been looking at ace pro reviews these days now, and yours caught my attention! However, have you tried the lowlight enhancement mode on the oa4? It might outperform the ace pro in such conditions.

  • @ras0ne
    @ras0ne 3 місяці тому +1

    Can it use an external mic setup?

  • @wardronald
    @wardronald 4 місяці тому +1

    I'm curious about how these cameras would compare using auto settings. AS an owner of both cameras I've actually seen results that are much different from your conclusion. Osmo action 4 has never disappointed me before. Anyways, great review nevertheless, go get that bag man!🤙🤙

  • @rikeebytes420
    @rikeebytes420 5 місяців тому +1

    Nice video, with interesting comparisons. Well done! @timestamp 7:40 you say that the low light gathering quality remains the same between 1x and 2x. That's absolutely not true. If you crop a sensor (physically) the ISO value in number, say ISO 100, stays the same but it gets noisier because of it's decreased pixel size. Compare micro-four-thirds to full-frame from a logical point of view. ISO 6400 becomes be pretty bad on mft compared to full frame.

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому +1

      Hey! Think you misheard. I said the light gathering capability of the Ace Pro on 2x is similar to that of the Action 4 on 1x. When you compare the Ace Pro's 1x and 2x, you're absolutely right, you need a much slower shutter to compensate for it being a single pixel mode.

    • @rikeebytes420
      @rikeebytes420 5 місяців тому

      @@DroneFilmGuideOups 😊

  • @andrewlennie8243
    @andrewlennie8243 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi Stuart love you review, however now being retired my action days are over.
    I therefore got the Osmo Pocket 3 and along with my mini 3 pro and Air 3 make the perfect set

  • @BikingBadwithTC
    @BikingBadwithTC 19 днів тому

    Can you pause / resume record by pushing the main record button or can it only be done by pushing pause / resume record on the screen?

  • @Jennifer-hq9sf
    @Jennifer-hq9sf 3 місяці тому

    No competition. The Ace Pro's low-light performance is on another level! It picks up details like a pro, leaving my Hero 12 in the dust. The colors are vibrant and true to life. If you're serious about your footage, the Ace Pro is the way to go.

  • @Silverbeardedsurfer
    @Silverbeardedsurfer 3 місяці тому

    I've gone for the Pro with bike kit. Hopefully Glentress is going to look amazing. (I've got 2 ebikes, tonnes of fun.)

  • @whoisrodmar4918
    @whoisrodmar4918 4 місяці тому

    What mic set up are you using ?

  • @BikingBadwithTC
    @BikingBadwithTC Місяць тому

    Low light stabilization is a game changer for mountain biking, unfortunately without horizon lock in Pure Video mode, for me, it cannot replace GoPro 12.

  • @graham-kirby
    @graham-kirby 4 місяці тому +3

    I’m hovering on the fence between the DJI and the Ace Pro at the moment. I have two GoPro’s (9 and 10 )which I have a love hate relationship with, the App is next to useless and the amount of issues with lost broken files, just creates so much extra work for me. I was wondering how dependant the Ace Pro and DJI Action are on the app software, in my head I would prefer that files can be directly uploaded from the SD card to my editing software, without adding an extra process with a bespoke app This causes too many issues with time and date sequences not matching the original footage, after an eight day cycling trip that causes chaos.

    • @Itsabrownenvolopecountry
      @Itsabrownenvolopecountry 4 місяці тому +1

      You can load straight from the camera to your computer for editing purposes. If you do use the app, you can use the Ace pro from your phone as well which is great if you’re using a long selfie stick. Basically you can do everything on your phone, what you can do on the camera see zoom modes,etc. This is my first action camera, I think it’s a great little thing

    • @iamearthbeing
      @iamearthbeing 4 місяці тому

      ​@@Itsabrownenvolopecountry: you mean to say that vedios from 360 app can be uploaded directly with inbuilt adjustments ? ( Ace pro has inbuilt vedio modes right, so after a vedio is shot, I can just upload directly?
      No need of using any software like premiere pro or anything like that?
      I'm searching for one such vlogging camera, where post production to be easy. I just don't want to sit infront of the laptop for hours.

  • @Mracelocates
    @Mracelocates Місяць тому

    Off topic? Can I use the FALCAM F22 Quick Release Kit for Insta360 that I use with my Insta 360 X3?

  • @davidpoo66
    @davidpoo66 3 місяці тому

    How did you shoot the very low shots on the beach?😮

  • @beardedbobber
    @beardedbobber 5 місяців тому +2

    Honest and fair review , I am a motovlog travel blog type user and thought as I'm on my 2nd dji OA I'd never look at another camera. ...im on the fence here and would love to try one out 👍
    Using this to motovlog in the highlands or taje on hols on the Harley would be real fun experience Thanks and Greetings from Glasgow .

  • @GrumpyGoat
    @GrumpyGoat Місяць тому

    Excellent commentary and review of the Ace Pro.
    I like how the apparently popular commentary regarding close-up sharpness is put into perspective, and how you remind the viewer of the intended mission of this camera. If one is a photographer, it is common knowledge that there is no one lens that will deliver sharpness at all distances from the lens - that is why there are interchangeable lens "real cameras" in existence. The common users these days apparently have insufficient appreciation of optics hence the comments.
    I just got mine as an everyday carry / primarily motovlogging camera. My other everyday carry is my iPhone 13 Pro which suits my photo / video needs, and which is a better close-up / face focused camera than the Action Pro - I know that at the outset. On the other hand, the Action Pro works better on my helmet and as an action camera - go figure. Better yet, it doesn't appear to freeze as my Hero 11 Black occasionally does, and thanks to the quick-release mount I should not have any drama to change batteries when needed as I do with my helmet-mounted Hero 11 Black in its Media Mod! These 2 issues are primary reasons for the likely switch!
    Thanks again for the balanced vid.

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  Місяць тому

      Appreciate the comment! I'm still reaching for the Ace Pro. Definitely value the picture quality of the Action 4 but I certainly stand by everything said in this video. Cheers!

  • @michaelmourek3879
    @michaelmourek3879 5 місяців тому +1

    Nice video - what country?

  • @2x3x7
    @2x3x7 4 місяці тому

    I watched your video in 4k but the footage you took with the Ace Pro looks like it was shot on a potato. Is the UA-cam compression algorithm screwing things, or is it really that bad/blurry?

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  4 місяці тому

      UA-cam compression ruins everything to be honest. It kind of makes a mockery of all the pixel peeping.

  • @jupitereye4322
    @jupitereye4322 4 місяці тому

    I think you made a mistake in your review at 7:00 . You said the "Ace gets a ton more light than Action 4" but the higher shutter speed means the light exposure is lower, not higher. Actually the Ace Pro at 1/1250 takes almost half as light as the Action 4 at 1/640. Now the question is how come the image is equally bright at those settings, and the answer can be either lower aperture, higher ISO (which wasn't the case, both were at ISO 100) or it could be a in-camera applied gain ie. a value multiplier, or both of those.

  • @Henrymorris990
    @Henrymorris990 4 місяці тому +2

    That motion blur does look nice. And, thanks for the review, I find it different from other channels 👍 As a travel blogger, I'd still stick to my Action 4, so far I've found the size is more compact and the rugged design are just perfect for on-the-go filming. It's been reliable so far, survived quite a few drops in my experience, which is dope for clumsy ppl like me.

  • @gbwalther3198
    @gbwalther3198 16 днів тому

    Have u attempted to use the insta360 pro as a B camera with such a camera as the Sony FX30? If so, how did that work out? 😎😎

  • @photographiezautrement
    @photographiezautrement 5 місяців тому

    Ace Pro works with the DJI MIc 2, with Bluetooth.

  • @mlm00300
    @mlm00300 5 місяців тому +1

    yes, fully in agreement with your view, 1 aspect I really like to know for the stability video recording comparison, just wonder if the real gimbal (Pocket 3) works better than the AI compensation by Steadyflow in Ace Pro?

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому

      From past tests looking at mechanical stabilisation (gimbal) vs electronic stabilisation (action cameras), electronic stabilisation cannot be beaten for extreme vibration and shake. For moderate scenarios a gimbal does amazingly so it depends on your use case. The advantage of mechanical stabilisation is you can use ND filters to get motion blur where as EIS requires no motion blur so the software can realign the frames.

  • @PaulVoorberg
    @PaulVoorberg 5 місяців тому +4

    Thanks for the review. What about pulsating background in low light scenarios? Did you experience any of that? Another reviewer mentioned that as a huge downside in his video titled "Discover the Truth About Insta360 Ace Pro: Brutally Honest Review". I love this camera's low light performance premise, but that gave me some doubts.

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому +3

      Interesting. Just looked at the video you mentioned. I didn't experience any of that and the reason could be that 99.9% of the footage was shot with manual camera settings. Even if I switched the shutter to auto from time to time, I would lock the ISO and WB. I also didn't actually use PureVideo that much because whilst it is good for beginners, you can get equal results shooting full manual. This camera's 'trick' at the end of the day is the light gathering capability of the sensor. PureVideo is just a neat way of packaging that up into an auto mode. It's tough getting a clear sense of what's going on from YT videos because you need to know EXACTLY what settings are being used. If that clip was PureVideo with auto exposure and auto WB, that might explain it. Doesn't justify it though because these cameras still need to be easy to use for newcomers. All that being said, I wouldn't read too much into that. If it's a 'glitch' I'm sure it would be sorted with a firmware update but like I say, manual settings is the way to go for these cameras - especially in low light.

    • @PaulVoorberg
      @PaulVoorberg 5 місяців тому

      @@DroneFilmGuide I just wrote a long reply and it seems UA-cam decided it shouldn't be there. Just a normal reply going into depth about my situation Maybe you can find it in comments to approve. Good job UA-cam.

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому

      Hey! No sign of it in the 'held for review' list I'm afraid. Another possible cause could be the face metering in auto exposure. With this setting on, the camera prioritises getting the correct exposure on the face and as a consequence, the rest of the image will inevitably be adjusted to make this happen.

    • @PaulVoorberg
      @PaulVoorberg 5 місяців тому

      @@DroneFilmGuide Ah I see, yeah that would make sense. To elaborate again on my situation: I do street interviews. When someone agrees to an interview I do it right away on the spot, often not even adjusting to find the best lighting position (though I probably should). But my point is: every shot is taken in a different location, with a different lighting situation. So I have to rely on auto. I may just buy the camera and try it at some point, to see if it works out for that scenario. I do like the low light premise a lot, as with my GoPro even during cloudy dark days or dusk it can sometimes be noisy, and I can totally forget about shooting when it's dark with it.

    • @nathanielngosy
      @nathanielngosy 5 місяців тому

      ​@@DroneFilmGuideHi. I'm curious on your comment here. Since you mentioned that you didn't use PUREVIDEO but opted for your own settings--Could you provide me your low light setting parameters? Also, on that low light setting, were you taking footages carefully as opposed to other action cams where you need to be slower, etc. OR just as how you capture videos during good light? Thanks.

  • @bwilesuk
    @bwilesuk 5 місяців тому +1

    Great to hear hear how companies are innovating. We’ve come a long way since the early GoPros. Hoping to convince the boss to upgrade the hero 7 to something much more capable of a sensor.

  • @mat-ventures
    @mat-ventures 3 місяці тому

    What about battery life?

  • @DutchPassport
    @DutchPassport 4 місяці тому +2

    No 10 bit? 😮

  • @philpritchard8772
    @philpritchard8772 2 місяці тому

    we have to believe the next dji action cam will come in a 1 inch (Osmo pocket sensor) it's just got to be a game changer

  • @dmac8207
    @dmac8207 5 місяців тому +1

    This camera seems absolutely amazing!
    I'll be honest though the wrist piece is an absolute marketing ploy. No way do you need that to effectively use the camera to its greatest potential.
    Great video as always! Much love ❤️

  • @InfamousStar1
    @InfamousStar1 2 місяці тому

    13:13 that 8-bit color banding in the sky… 😢

  • @Finite-Tuning
    @Finite-Tuning 5 місяців тому +8

    "If" I had to buy an action cam right now, this would be the one I'd buy. Once we have this form factor with a real true 1" then I'll be all aboard. But GoPro will never be an option for me since I don't enjoy the pain from banging my head against a wall every time the thing locks up! GoPro has been permanently BANNED from my existence! We still need at least 60 fps in 8K, otherwise it's not usable as an action cam for me. I see at the speed of sight, I need a camera that can truly keep up, 120 would be better but 60 is a minimum. But I do like where this thing is headed, just waiting on my minimum requirements to be met, then I'll 'smash' that buy button.
    I have not looked because I'm not buying, but is there a real Windows desktop program available for this or only gimmicky Android/Apple smart phone programs? Those little baby screens I can't see let alone work on! I do all my work on a Windows desktop, so naturally I need a program that works were I do. I really liked your multi-part review on this, and I would love to just sit down to get into a 45 min+ full length version of everything in one shot. But maybe that's just me. Cheers 🍻

  • @lokhenry2974
    @lokhenry2974 4 місяці тому

    there was so many ‘noise’ when i used the ‘pure video’ in dark place, is it normal?

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  4 місяці тому +1

      Yes. It depends entirely on how dark the shot it. All cameras produce noise in low light scenarios so much as the Ace Pro is better than other action cameras, there's still a limit on what it can achive.

  • @michaelbyrne8238
    @michaelbyrne8238 4 місяці тому +1

    I do running and cycling POV videos and the way this camera handles a bright sky is amazing. With the more open aperture it's amazing it beats out the Hero 12 in that respect. I shot with the One RS and Action 3 and the one downside was going towards the sun.

  • @deidaraclips374
    @deidaraclips374 2 місяці тому

    i saw a vlogger remove the lens 😮 and replace it

  • @peter572
    @peter572 Місяць тому

    I wish INSTA360 adds a para-soleil lens cover for the ACE PRO, as I get flares etc from the sun or street lights at night. Has anyone 3D printed one?

  • @grumpygrandpa3640
    @grumpygrandpa3640 5 місяців тому

    I’d love to see a comparison between this and the gopro 12 if you get a chance

  • @reddingblood1467
    @reddingblood1467 4 місяці тому +2

    I'd like to record airsoft videos and I would like to no longer give gopro my business after a gopro MAX I bought broke after first time of using; owned for 2+ years tho so I was SOL. Does this have a full protective case and able to head mount?

  • @remektekmedia6641
    @remektekmedia6641 5 місяців тому

    Could you mount the Ace Pro on an Insta360 Flow gimbal? That would compete with DJI Pocket 3, no?

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому

      I'll try! Mounting it might be tricky.

  • @HeroVange
    @HeroVange 5 місяців тому

    Do you think when they release the firmware to remove the HDR, the skin tones will look better?

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому +1

      Possible. I did side-by-side 4K 50 (non-HDR) and 4K 25 (HDR) and the results were pretty similar. In fairness, I do have quite pink/red skin so any skin tone 'issues' are accentuated with me.

    • @HeroVange
      @HeroVange 5 місяців тому

      @@DroneFilmGuide i tried one in the store. There was something off but the 8bit file was not hard to correct. I felt though that it would be a hassle to correct and then fade in-out adjustment layers to get changing scenarios right.
      I have an osmo action 4. I felt that the wb sucked but I was covering the color sensor in the front with a filter thread I stuck on with a rubber band 😅. Once i let go of the nd filter and removed the rubber band filter thread, the auto WB became so reliable. There's a little bit of weirdness for a short amount of time when scenes change but it adapts QUICK.

  • @HeroVange
    @HeroVange 5 місяців тому

    Is the motion blur better on the insta app vs davinci resolve? 🤔
    Like more believable? Does it have a lot of settings to tweak?

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому +1

      I haven't tested Resolve's motion blur although I watched a few videos on it. None of the solutions are perfect but they all get the job done to an acceptable level. After Effects has good motion blur functionality too.

  • @allmachd
    @allmachd 5 місяців тому +7

    Thank you for the first-class video
    I decided on the action 4
    The non-removable obkettivity protection was one of the reasons
    I bought a replacement lens for my Osmo 4 1
    I'm relieved to have it at home
    With the Ace I would have to send it in and it might take 2 weeks to get the camera back

  • @stuparry1
    @stuparry1 5 місяців тому

    Just got the 360 ace for Xmas and looking forward to getting it out and testing it all out to see what it’s all about

  • @MrLeeroyfpv
    @MrLeeroyfpv 5 місяців тому +10

    im a Gopro user for years got everyone but I brought this insta ace pro and im in Thailand now and it destroys Gopro and dji Gopro are deadddd only thing I fly Fpv so no replaceable lens is why I will use the 11 mini from Gopro so as soon as insta bring out sumac like that bye bye Gopro

    • @mikhail823
      @mikhail823 2 місяці тому

      having price options is great, it all boils down on your creations not the quality fan boi!

    • @MrLeeroyfpv
      @MrLeeroyfpv 2 місяці тому

      @@mikhail823 wot you on about im no fan boi just cus you carnt afford one bro so just keep savin mate ul get there u prat

    • @Thenatalyteran
      @Thenatalyteran 18 днів тому

      Same me too! I heard so much good things about insta ace pro. Its literally perfect

  • @2wheelswings
    @2wheelswings 3 місяці тому

    minute 4:30seg horrible artifact of motionblur near handlebar, so is not cinematic at all, the same as motion blur from resolve or rsmb... all the same issue... is good only for some situations an backgrounds.... sadly :(

  • @iamearthbeing
    @iamearthbeing 4 місяці тому

    : My first vlogging camera...Ace pro it is then...
    But, can i use this camera on a head strap mount?
    Due to its heavy size, will it be possible to do it?
    Just for walk and talk, climbing trees, hiking but hands-free though.

  • @pinkflamingos69
    @pinkflamingos69 4 місяці тому

    1:51 youmention no need to do resets or other glitches on the 360, does that mean those issues happen on the osmo?

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  4 місяці тому

      GoPros are a touch prone to being glitchy.

  • @onlymyopiniontech
    @onlymyopiniontech 5 місяців тому

    I have paired several Bluetooth headsets to the Ace Pro so it doesn't just work with AirPods.
    I don't have a DJI mic 2 to test but I believe it would also work.
    I'll be testing a way to connect a DJI V1 mic to it as soon as the parts show up.

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому +1

      Great point. I've just seen a video showing the Mic 2 being connected to the Ace Pro with bluetooth.

  • @rickaguilar1833
    @rickaguilar1833 5 місяців тому

    I love this insta360 ace pro but I am having trouble woth the magnetic mounting clip! The mounting clip is not steadfast! It clicks in fine but later detaches! i havve contacted insta360 support but they just sent me directions on how to use the mounting clip! They refuse to send me a new clip!

    • @DroneFilmGuide
      @DroneFilmGuide  5 місяців тому

      Ours was a little unconvincing at the start but it bed in pretty quickly after a few uses.

  • @sirgigolo
    @sirgigolo 5 місяців тому +2

    Don't smooth over the issues

    • @leaveitalone50
      @leaveitalone50 5 місяців тому +1

      Any action camera with no issue? Any recommendations? 😂😂

  • @SgtMajor82
    @SgtMajor82 2 місяці тому

    Amagisn on Ali is your friend... Just don't snorkel with it afterwards just in case (excuse the pun).

  • @Valenciavisitors2
    @Valenciavisitors2 3 місяці тому

    it not good camera for recoding long video. it good for clip and short video. i put it a side and use my phone camera. it much better. be careful my friends

  • @ToddCopeland
    @ToddCopeland 4 місяці тому

    Sound is _still_ terrible. I certainly don't see a need to upgrade or charge over from my GoPro. While I use my Insta360 360 cam all of the time, Insta360 regular cams simply can't complete. Kudos for trying but there sound is just horrible. Battery and quick access cases are far better then GoPro but it's the sound that just kills the whole deal. External mic you say? Should not be needed to fix the sound and also, Insta360 has a _terrible_ history of not supporting an external mics.

  • @cdjxwubcyex
    @cdjxwubcyex 4 місяці тому

    Please don`t spread misinformation, electronic stabilization doesn`t need high shutter speed, it doesn`t care about shutter speed at all, because it uses accelerometer data to stabilize video. The problem is with optical motion blur, witch will make fast moving video look blurry. Manufacturers, like GoPro, choses to lover stabilization amount and at some point disables it completely in these situations, but it doesn`t mean the video can`t be electronically stabilized. You can take the shakiest GoPro footage taken using 1/30 shutter and perfectly stabilize it in post production (using video embedded accelerometer data ), another question will be, will you like the result..

    • @georgios9384
      @georgios9384 4 місяці тому

      Did this with footage that comes out of GoPro hero 10 that contains gyro data and the stabilised video looks awful, light sources are moving like jellys

  • @Simon-qy7pe
    @Simon-qy7pe 3 місяці тому

    Finally a review that mentions the true short comings of the DJI Action4. I own a DJI Action 4 & one of the reasons I rarely use this camera is the amount of cropping needed to get images that are a more ‘real’ FOV. I find the action4 is too wide and subjects too far. Such a shame as the camera is a great device and easy to use.

  • @wargor
    @wargor 5 місяців тому

    FYI, the DJI Mic 2 can be paired with the Insta 360 as well. Works great!

  • @bottom_time
    @bottom_time 4 місяці тому +1

    If anyone is interested I have started posting diving videos on my channel - be kind as I’m still learning to edit. The last 4 have been with my new AcePro whereas the previous few were with a GoPro Hero 11. The other notable change is that the AcePro is good enough in low light that I am not using any lights with it whereas my dives with the GoPro all include a modest level of additional lighting.

  • @dmitrybarracuda7779
    @dmitrybarracuda7779 4 місяці тому

    The lens cap can be removed.😂👍

  • @WhereisBrad
    @WhereisBrad 4 місяці тому

    Been on the fence between these two. I do travel vlogging and use a Hero 10 for action, water, and convenience situations. But my default is my Sony ZV-E1, especially for low light. It’s just annoying carrying around my big camera all day everyday.
    I’ve been ready to replace my Hero 10 for quite a while, so I think choosing the low-light solution is the right move for me. Thanks a ton!

  • @Emmanuel_Tuts-Schiemsky
    @Emmanuel_Tuts-Schiemsky 5 місяців тому +4

    When insta can bring this quality in an x4,i am sold......

    • @grumpygrandpa3640
      @grumpygrandpa3640 5 місяців тому

      Spot on, would make the perfect camera but I guess we can only live in hope

    • @thmoore301
      @thmoore301 5 місяців тому

      This. This is what I’m waiting for.

  • @QBRYUNHIM
    @QBRYUNHIM 5 місяців тому

    Top Camera 📸

  • @mtbboy1993
    @mtbboy1993 4 місяці тому

    Actually the lens cover is replicable by the user, you jsut twist it, there's some adhesive. Aftermarket lens covers already exist. I added the video where this is shown to my playlist .
    but his channel name is BassMan Strikes Kayak Fishing.

  • @michaelmourek3879
    @michaelmourek3879 5 місяців тому

    Amazing review - however at the end of the day - IT is all about THE STORY - my GoPro 12 with the Max Lens 2.0 superview is #1 for ME
    - these 2 cameras will not help me - NEXT #1 camera is coming soon - I will WAIT

  • @firstsoldier4257
    @firstsoldier4257 Місяць тому

    best setting for INSTA360
    not the scrach camare lens
    so use only home i know you thing this is a action camera
    but you are wrong first day you can easly make a schrach and your camera useless because evry video take your scrach is there
    use protection or dont buy it
    they dont give new one or change the lens because you have to send hongkong and 120 dollars you have to wait
    so they dont care costemer or costemer come back buy new one
    they care only you wanna buy from them
    reset is history typical chines company

  • @LandOverview
    @LandOverview 3 місяці тому

    For me, it is still not good enough in low light compared to the Pocket 3 in low light at 60fps, without even going down to 30fps. At 30fps or less it is no longer an action cam anyway as you have to move it so slow to avoid blurring especial when panning that it just don't cut the mustard for me. And if you want to take a still frame from a faster pan than forget it, all blurred. They should either of used a better sensor or put in a larger one like in the Pocket 3 as for their so-called AI it creates awful effects in low light. So they have to do better in their next model, as their better in low light is still not good enough. And their useless video effects, who's that for, kids to spam each other. Alas, I still have to pack two small cams, only chose Action 4 and Pocket 3 over the disappointing Insta360 Ace Pro that is also overpriced although for £200 I would buy it just because of its dynamic range when walking in woods and bright sky in places comes out better, but that is it. End of day, there still no one cam solution. 😒