Experts recommend GoPro Hero12 Black more than Insta360 X4
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer GoPro Hero12 Black over Insta360 X4, but both Action Cameras have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, GoPro Hero12 Black received 8 recommendations: from PCMag (22 Nov 2024), WIRED (27 Nov 2024) Camera Jabber (1 Oct 2022) and 5 others. Insta360 X4 was also endorsed 8 times: by PCMag (22 Nov 2024), WIRED (27 Nov 2024) Camera Jabber (1 Oct 2022) and 5 others. However, experts generally ranked Insta360 X4 lower than GoPro Hero12 Black in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| 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 |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Insta360 X4 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 3 | - | 2 | 5 | 3 | - |
Curious to see this month's entire Action Video Cameras ranking? It's here
Endorsement summary:
- On 22 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked GoPro Hero12 Black as #2 and Insta360 X4 as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 8 GoPro Hero12 Black Best for Slow Motion / Editor's Choice#3 out of 8 Insta360 X4 Best 360 Camera for Creators / Editors' Choice... ... ... Source: www.pcmag.com - On 27 Nov 2024 WIRED ranked GoPro Hero12 Black as #5 and Insta360 X4 as #6
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 7 GoPro Hero12 Black Best On Sale#6 out of 7 Insta360 X4 Best 360 Cam for the Action Enthusiast... ... ... Source: www.wired.com - On 1 Oct 2022 Camera Jabber ranked GoPro Hero12 Black as #4 and Insta360 X4 as #5
Rank Action Camera ... ... #4 out of 17 GoPro Hero12 Black #5 out of 17 Insta360 X4 ... ... Source: camerajabber.com - On 26 Oct 2024 Tom's Guide ranked GoPro Hero12 Black as #4 and Insta360 X4 as #6
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 6 GoPro Hero12 Black The best older GoPro... ... ... #6 out of 6 Insta360 X4 The best 360 action cameraSource: www.tomsguide.com - On 21 Nov 2024 Wirecutter ranked GoPro Hero12 Black as #1 and Insta360 X4 as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment #1 out of 3 GoPro Hero12 Black The best action camera... ... ... #3 out of 3 Insta360 X4 Best for capturing everything around youSource: www.nytimes.com - On 1 Jan 2025 T3 ranked Insta360 X4 as #2 and GoPro Hero12 Black as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 9 Insta360 X4 Best 360° action camera#3 out of 9 GoPro Hero12 Black Best action camera overall... ... ... Source: www.t3.com - On 16 Nov 2023 Popular Science ranked GoPro Hero12 Black as #1
Rank Action Camera Comment #1 out of 6 GoPro Hero12 Black Best overall... ... ... Source: www.popsci.com - On 29 Nov 2023 Pocket-lint ranked GoPro Hero12 Black as #1
Rank Action Camera Comment #1 out of 5 GoPro Hero12 Black Best action camera overall... ... ... Source: www.pocket-lint.com - On 21 Nov 2024 TechRadar ranked Insta360 X4 as #5
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 8 Insta360 X4 The best action camera for shooting in 360... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com - On 29 Nov 2024 Digital Camera World ranked Insta360 X4 as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 10 Insta360 X4 Best 360 action camera might be the only action camera you need... ... ... Source: www.digitalcameraworld.com
After counting and adding up the 79 expert endorsements of the January rankings, GoPro Hero12 Black outranks Insta360 X4. This is not to say that Insta360 X4 is a bad option. Like GoPro Hero12 Black, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, GoPro Hero12 Black outranks Insta360 X4 by 3 positions. This indicates that, as of 15 Jan 2025, GoPro Hero12 Black is more critically acclaimed than Insta360 X4.
| Rank | Change | Price | Action Camera | PCMag | WIRED | Camera Jabber | Tom's Guide | Wirecutter | Popular Science | T3 | TechRadar | Digital Camera World | Pocket-lint |
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| 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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No expert reviews linked yet for Insta360 X4.
From Seller:
- High Dynamic Range Video plus Photo: HERO12 Black takes its best-in-class image quality to the next level with HDR for both videos (5.3K and 4K) and photos. Great in environments with both shadows and bright light, HDR captures the subtle details of the scene that might typically blend into the darkness of shadows or disappear in the bright spots of your shot. The result is dynamic footage with true-to-life color and precision.
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From Seller:
- IMMERSIVE 360 VIDEO - The 8K era is here. Insta360 X4 delivers 360° video in stunning 8K or 5.7K60fps! Use Active HDR to keep shots color accurate too, even in action scenarios.
- SIMPLE, EASY REFRAMING - With Insta360 X4, get out there and shoot, not having to worry about lining up a shot. Shoot first, then reframe easily after, all in the AI-powered Insta360 app.
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