Insta360 Ace Pro 2 8K Action Camera Introduced – New Leica Lens and Smarter AI

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by Heath McKnightToday

Insta360 unveiled the latest addition to their Ace action cam series, the Insta360 Ace Pro 2. This wide-angle action camera features 8K, Dual AI chips, a new Leica SUMMARIT lens, and Active HDR. Let’s take a look at their upgraded flagship camera!

Insta360 is known for their action and VR cameras, having released the X4 earlier this year featuring 8K capture in 360°. The Ace Pro 2 improves upon their first camera and continues working with Leica, their co-engineer, who also provides color profiles. Highlights include a new 1/1.3” 8K sensor, smarter AI, Active HDR, and a slightly larger 2.5” flip touchscreen.

Insta360 Ace Pro 2 – features 

The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 is the newest version of their flagship wide-angle action camera, although the first one came out just a year ago. While improvements are built upon the first-generation Ace Pro, the features of the Ace Pro 2 are very similar.

Full list of features

• New 8K 1/1.3” sensor with 13.5 stops of dynamic range.
• Leica SUMMARIT f/2.6 lens with a 157° field of view (with removable Lens Guard).
• Dual AI chips leading to smarter AI-powered capture.
• 8K at 30fps and 4K at 60fps, Active HDR. Slow motion at 4K at 120fps. H.264 and H.265.
• Up to 50MP still image capture (8192 x 6144).
• Color profiles engineered by Leica.
• PureVideo helps with low-light filming.
• Smooth filming with FlowState Stabilization technology.
• 3 hour run time.
• Multiple options for Video Modes.
• Improved audio and an integrated Wind Guard, helping cut down on wind noise.
• A larger 2.5” flip touchscreen (63.5mm).
• Dimensions: 2.8 x 2.1 x 1.5 inches. (71.9 x 52.2 x 38mm).
• Weight: 6.3 oz. (177.2g).
• More rugged design with waterproofing to 39 feet (12m). The dive case (sold separately) allows for 197 feet (60m).
• Plenty of accessories available, including mounts for motorcycles and more.

How do the Dual AI chips help with capture and, as Insta360 says, “smarter AI?” The first is a dedicated Pro Imaging Chip that uses AI to help reduce noise and image processing. The second is a 5nm AI Chip which helps with overall camera performance and further image processing.

The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 improves upon the features of the first version, and the Dual AI chips will help with overall capture while the new and improved 1.1/3″ 8K sensor and Leica SUMMARIT f/2.6 lens with 157° field of view, plus Active HDR, will ensure crystal clear action shots.

Price and availability 

The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 comes in multiple bundles, but here are two good options:

• The Standard Bundle includes the Ace Pro 2, Wind Guard, single battery, standard mount, mic cap, and a USB-C cable. It retails for $399.99.
• The Dual Battery Bundle has the same features as the Standard but comes with two batteries and costs $419.99. This might be the best option for action camera users.

You can learn more by visiting the Insta360 website.

What do you think of the newest flagship action camera, the Insta360 Ace Pro 2? With improved yet similar features to the first camera, released only a year ago, do you plan on upgrading? Let us know in the comments below!