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Insta360 GO 3S

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KEY FACTS
BrandInsta360
Announcement dateJun 2024
Released2024
Camera weight39 g
What We Like
+Tiny 39g form factor enables mounting angles impossible with larger cameras
+4K resolution with excellent stabilization for a camera this size
+Versatile magnetic mounting system with extensive accessory ecosystem
+2.2-inch flip screen Action Pod transforms it into a vlogging camera
+Long battery life with Action Pod (140 minutes total)
+Simple one-button recording with no setup required
Worth Knowing
−Camera-only battery life limited to 38 minutes, less than predecessor
−No HDR video mode and overall image quality lags dedicated action cameras
−Fixed internal storage with no microSD expansion
−Action Pod is only IPX4 splash resistant, not fully waterproof like camera

General

Brand
Insta360
Announcement date
ⓘ
Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Jun 2024
Released
ⓘ
Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Camera weight
39 g
Read our notes on general
The Insta360 GO 3S is a breakthrough tiny 4K action camera weighing just 39g that excels at capturing creative POV footage from angles no other camera can handle. It captures 4K POV video in a 39g body and features FlowState Stabilization for seriously steady footage, with shakes, bumps or rolls completely removed. While it lacks features like 4K/60p and external microphone support, the GO 3S takes everything that was great about its predecessor and adds 4K on top, featuring great stabilization and a flip-up screen for vlogging.

Camera

Dimensions
25.6 x 54.4 x 24.8mm (1.0 x 2.1 x 0.97in)
Battery
310mAh
Battery Life (Camera Only)
38 minutes at 1080p 30fps
Battery Life (with Action Pod)
140 minutes

Video

Max Resolution
4K 3840x2160 @ 24/25/30fps
Recording Formats
4K: 3840x2160; 2.7K: 2720x1536; 1080p: 1920x1080
Slow Motion
2.7K @ 100fps; 1080p @ 120/200fps
FreeFrame Video
4K: 3840x2880; 2.7K: 2720x2040; 1080p: 1920x1440
Aspect Ratio
Auto-switching horizontal/vertical
Max video resolution
ⓘ
The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.
4K

Photo

Max Resolution
4000x3000 pixels
Formats
4:3 (12MP) and 16:9 (9MP)

Optics

FOV
MegaView wide-angle lens
Distortion
Reduced with straighter edges

Stabilization

Type
FlowState 6-axis gyroscopic
Features
Horizon Lock, gimbal-like stabilization

Audio

Microphones
Dual built-in
Features
Updated audio, compatible with Mic Pro accessory

Display

Action Pod Screen
2.2-inch flip touchscreen
Camera
LCD screen

Controls

Recording
Front button for instant start without powering on
Controls
Power, Q button, record buttons
Voice Control
Voice Control 2.0 and Gesture Control

Storage

Internal
64GB or 128GB built-in flash
Expandable
No microSD card slot

Waterproofing

Camera
IPX8 waterproof to 10m / 33ft (with lens guard)
Action Pod
IPX4 splash resistant

Mounting

System
Magnetic design
Accessories
Magnet Pendant, Easy Clip, Pivot Stand, Quick Release Mount compatible

Special features

AppleFind My
Compatible
Interval Recording
Supported
Auto Editing
AI-powered in companion app

Storage and battery

Battery life mins
ⓘ
How long the battery will last you in minutes. Estimate Only.
38 min

Features

360° shooting
No