Insta360 GO 3 Review, Specs, Price

The Insta360 GO 3 is the world’s smallest action camera. It is easy to shoot with its QuickCapture Voice Control 2.0 feature, which allows you to start recording instantly even when the camera is off. The camera comes with an Action Pod that adds a touchscreen and wireless control to the mix. The GO 3 camera and Action Pod both fit the same Pivot Stand and Quick Release Mount, with a latch and magnet to secure them in place. The camera is also IPX8 waterproof up to 16ft (5m).

Insta360 GO 3 – The World’s Smallest Action Camera. https://www.insta360.com/product/insta360-go3

The Insta360 GO 3 has a maximum video resolution of 2.7K: 2720×1536@24/25/30fps and a maximum photo resolution of 6.6MP (1:1) or 3.7MP (16:9). It comes in three versions, with the only difference being the memory capacity (32GB, 64GB, and 128GB). The prices start from $380/ £380/ AU$659³.

The Insta360 GO 3 is a great, compact, fun little action camera for those moments when your phone is too bulky or conspicuous. Its versatility is helped along by super-convenient magnetic mounting. The camera also has a strong app experience and a handy FreeFrame mode for shoot now, frame later capture.

Features

The Insta360 GO 3 has several features that make it easy to use and versatile. Some of its features include:

  • QuickCapture Voice Control 2.0: This feature allows you to start recording instantly even when the camera is off, so you don’t miss the perfect shot.
  • Action Pod: The Action Pod adds a touchscreen and wireless control to the mix. It also wirelessly controls the GO 3 even when undocked, so you can use it as a remote viewfinder.
  • Magnetic Mounting: The GO 3 camera and Action Pod both fit the same Pivot Stand and Quick Release Mount, with a latch and magnet to secure them in place. This makes it super-convenient to mount the camera.
  • Waterproof: The camera is IPX8 waterproof up to 16ft (5m), so you can take it with you to catch those waves.
  • FreeFrame mode: This mode allows you to shoot now and frame later, making it a perfect pairing for TikTok and Instagram fans.

Accessories

The Insta360 GO 3 comes with a suite of accessories that extend its functionality. Some of the accessories include:

  • Quick Release Mount: This versatile mount makes the GO 3 compatible with loads of two-prong and 1/4″ screw mount accessories.
  • Monkey Tail Mount: This mount can wrap around any variety of objects, allowing you to mount the world’s tiniest camera everywhere.
  • Lens Guard: This accessory keeps your lens protected. You can stock up on extra Lens Guards to keep your GO 3 safe.
  • Dive Case: This case allows you to bring your tiny action camera and Action Pod with you underwater, up to 60m waterproof.
  • Screen Protector: This accessory protects your screen and allows you to dive into the action.
  • ND Filter Set: This set allows you to get cinematic shots with balanced colors and contrast even on the brightest of days.
  • Fetch Stick: This is the paw-fect “selfie” stick for your doggo companion.

Specifications

Here are the specs for the Insta360 GO 3:

  • Weight: GO 3: 35.5g; Action Pod: 96.3g
  • Dimensions: GO 3: 25.6×54.4×23.2mm; Action Pod: 63.5×47.6×29.5mm
  • Maximum video resolution: 2.7K: 2720×1536@24/25/30fps
  • Maximum photo resolution: 6.6MP (1:1); 3.7MP (16:9)
  • Connectivity: USB-C, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi
  • Storage: 32GB, 64GB, or 128GB
  • Battery capacity: GO 3: 310mAh; Action Pod: 1270mAh
  • Quoted run time: Go 3: 43m; Action Pod: 170m (1080P@30fps)

Price

The prices start from $380/ £380/ AU$659. It comes in three versions, with the only difference being the memory capacity (32GB, 64GB, and 128GB).

Reviews

Sure, I can summarize the video for you. Here is a brief summary:

Here is a video “this is the World’s Smallest Vlogging Camera and it’s pretty incredible” uploaded by CaseyNeistat, a popular YouTube vlogger, on June 28, 2023. CaseyNeistat demonstrates the features and performance of the camera by using it in various situations, such as biking, swimming, running, flying a drone, and even attaching it to his dog. He also compares it to other cameras, such as the GoPro Hero 10 and the iPhone 14. He concludes that the Insta360 Go 3 is an amazing camera that offers a lot of creative possibilities for vloggers and content creators.

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Release Date

The Insta360 GO 3 was announced in June 2023.

Comparison

The Insta360 GO 3 is a unique action camera that stands out from other action cameras due to its small size and magnetic mounting capabilities. Its core unit can fix to pipes, rails, and fridges to name a few makeshift surfaces, and when docked in its Action Pod, you get a touchscreen that flips out so you can frame vlogs too. This multi-function is the GO 3’s most appealing selling point, helped along by the suite of accessories the camera ships with.

Given its unique, modular design and feature set, the Insta360 GO 3 doesn’t have any obvious direct competition. On the one hand, when docked, it takes on the GoPro Hero 10 Black and Hero 11 Black. Standalone, the GO 3 is more of a Hero 11 Black Mini alternative, and with its magnetic functionality, it also takes on the DJI Osmo Action 2 and Action 3.

While video and stabilization quality aren’t best-in-class, versatility is the name of the game here. The camera also has a strong app experience and a handy FreeFrame mode for shoot now, frame later capture.

Alternatives

Here is a list of some alternatives to the Insta360 GO 3:

  • GoPro Hero 11 Black: This is a high-end action camera that offers excellent video quality, stabilization, and a range of features.
  • DJI Osmo Action 2: This is another high-end action camera that offers excellent video quality, stabilization, and a range of features.
  • Ricoh Theta S: This is a 360-degree camera that offers good manual control over image capture and is straightforward to use.
  • Sphericam 2: This is a 360-degree camera that offers six individual cameras for panorama video.
  • Insta360 GO 4: Will there be an Insta360 GO 4? When will the Insta360 GO 4 come out?

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4 thoughts on “Insta360 GO 3 Review, Specs, Price”

  2. Insta360 Go 3, my guess as to the release of this new version will be April 17, 2023. Why? Because Insta360 has a booth at the largest convention of the year in Las Vegas, NV. It’s the National Association of Broadcasters Convention. Great place to present new product to the world where prepresentatives from major businesses, TV, radio and especially the motion picture industry will have products like TV studio cameras, monitors, still cameras, news video cameras as well as software for movie studios to create the magic you see on the big screen as well as TV.

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      1. Yann, Insta360 yes present at NABSHOW 2023. At the rear of the Central Hall near the Sony booth. I talked to the marketing rep who said Insta360 was having issues with the new design, but was expected to bring it to market eventually.

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