Experts recommend Insta360 Go 3 more than DJI Action 2
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Insta360 Go 3 over DJI Action 2, but both Action Cameras have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Insta360 Go 3 received 5 recommendations: from PCMag (22 Nov 2024), Popular Science (16 Nov 2023) T3 (1 Jan 2025) and 2 others. By contrast, DJI Action 2 received only 1 recommendation from PCMag (22 Nov 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Action Camera | PCMag  | WIRED  | Camera Jabber  | Tom's Guide 
| Wirecutter  | Popular Science  | T3  | TechRadar  | Digital Camera World  | Pocket-lint  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | - | Check price |  Insta360 Go 3 The Insta360 Go 3 is a compact camera with impressive video quality, user-friendly features, and a range of accessories, making it suitable for various use cases. | 7 | - | - | - | - | 5 | 5 | - | 9 | 4 |
| 18 | N/A | $225 |  DJI Action 2 The DJI Action 2 is a versatile action camera with impressive video quality, image stabilization, and a range of accessories, but it may struggle in low light conditions. | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 22 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked DJI Action 2 as #5 and Insta360 Go 3 as #7
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 8 DJI Action 2 Most Innovative Design... ... ... #7 out of 8 Insta360 Go 3 Best Wearable Action Cam... ... ... Source: www.pcmag.com - On 16 Nov 2023 Popular Science ranked Insta360 Go 3 as #5
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 6 Insta360 Go 3 Best for beginners... ... ... Source: www.popsci.com - On 1 Jan 2025 T3 ranked Insta360 Go 3 as #5
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 9 Insta360 Go 3 Best action camera for POV shooting... ... ... Source: www.t3.com - On 29 Nov 2024 Digital Camera World ranked Insta360 Go 3 as #9
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 10 Insta360 Go 3 A tiny camera that pops in and out of a flip-screen vlogging case... ... ... Source: www.digitalcameraworld.com - On 29 Nov 2023 Pocket-lint ranked Insta360 Go 3 as #4
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 5 Insta360 Go 3 Best micro action camera... ... ... Source: www.pocket-lint.com
After counting and adding up the 79 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Insta360 Go 3 outranks DJI Action 2. This is not to say that DJI Action 2 is a bad option. Like Insta360 Go 3, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Insta360 Go 3 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while DJI Action 2 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Action Camera | PCMag | WIRED | Camera Jabber | Tom's Guide | Wirecutter | Popular Science | T3 | TechRadar | Digital Camera World | Pocket-lint |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $319 |  GoPro Hero12 Black The GoPro Hero12 Black is a highly praised action camera known for its exceptional video quality, durability, user-friendly interface, and range of accessories, making it a top choice for capturing action-packed moments and stunning footage in various settings. | 2 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | - | - | 1 |
| 2 | - | $349 |  DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | - |
| 3 | - | $500 |  GoPro Hero13 Black | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | - |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Insta360 X4 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 3 | - | 2 | 5 | 3 | - |
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Expert reviews [18]
Total expert reviews: 18
- with a score: 12
- without a score: 6
| Highest score by Technically Well | 91 |
| Average score based on 18 reviews | 78 |
| Lowest score by Expert Reviews | 60 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [26]
Total expert reviews: 26
- with a score: 8
- without a score: 18
| Highest score by T3 | 100 |
| Average score based on 26 reviews | 82 |
| Lowest score by threesixtycameras.com | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
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- Snap Into Your Environment - Action 2's innovative magnetic design allows you to effortlessly switch out accessories as you capture life on the go. Snap on any of Action 2's diverse accessories and discover creative ways to film your adventure.
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From Seller:
- Mini Action Camera: The Insta360 GO 3 is the ultimate miniature action camera for everyday applications - anytime, anywhere. Picking up where the original GO 2 left off - the new Insta360 GO 3 features notable improvements recording up to 2.7K 2720x1536.
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