Insta360 has officially released the latest iteration of its groundbreaking tiny action camera. The tiny but mighty GO 3 takes on-the-go capturing to new heights, building upon the ultra-portability of its predecessor with unparalleled versatility. The Insta360 GO3 camera comes smaller than thumb size and weighs only 35g (1.2oz).
Its unique magnetic body allows you to effortlessly mount it anywhere, opening up a world of possibilities for capturing unique shots from creative angles. The new Action Pod is the ultimate shooting companion, transforming GO 3 into a more versatile and powerful camera. Using the flip touchscreen, users can control the camera remotely and preview their shots even when GO 3 is mounted in hard-to-reach locations. When running low on power, GO 3 can be mounted in the Pod to keep shooting for up to 170 minutes.
Whether you want to capture immersive first-person POV shots, discover life from your pet’s eyes, or explore new perspectives, GO 3 provides unprecedented flexibility. Insta360 GO 3 is available to order today via Insta360.com worldwide and from trusted retailers such as Amazon and select authorized partners.
Limitless Creativity with the Insta360 GO 3
Capturing moments with GO 3 is effortless. Recording on the go is as simple as pressing the front of the camera body, thanks to QuickCapture. The camera’s lightweight and low-profile design means there’s never a question of whether to take it with you on a day out. Whether you’re playing with your kids or barreling down the trails, GO 3 never detracts from the moment. Any perspective can be captured in vivid 2.7K, perfect for social media sharing.
GO 3 comes with a set of magnetic accessories that truly unlock the camera’s creative potential:
- Magnet Pendant: A circular magnet that can be worn around the neck and sits beneath clothing, allowing GO 3 to be seamlessly worn on the chest for first-person POV filming.
- Easy Clip: An accessory designed for hats, snugly fitting GO 3 above the head for a hands-free, high-angle shot.
- Pivot Stand: A reusable sticky mount with an adjustable design that allows tricky angles to be easily shot. Completely redesigned, the stand also unscrews to reveal a 1/4” mounting point for attaching to a selfie stick or tripod.
Multifunctional Action Pod: Remote Preview and Enhanced Control
A completely new innovation, the Action Pod is a hub that takes your shooting capabilities to the next level. A housing, remote control, and charger for GO 3 all in one.
With a convenient 2.2″ flip touchscreen, the Action Pod connects to GO 3 over Bluetooth for real-time remote control and live preview. Difficult angles, from a cat’s collar to a kid’s bike, can now be easily framed and mastered. The best part—the Action Pod and the camera are compatible with the same magnetic mounts, ensuring hassle-free setup and enhanced versatility. Running low on power is now easily remedied by simply putting GO 3 into the Action Pod, attaching it to the same mount, and continuing to shoot.
Coupling all of this with an IPX4 water-resistant design for the Pod and IPX8 waterproofing to 16ft (5m) for the camera, GO 3 is perfect for capturing memories anywhere. A signature of Insta360, GO 3 comes equipped with FlowState Stabilization and 360 Horizon Lock, ensuring silky-smooth footage even in the most action-packed scenarios and eliminating unwanted tilting or distortion. A replaceable Lens Guard also comes pre-installed for worry-free shooting.
Remarkable Improvements for Flagship Performance
Insta360 GO 3 addresses the pain points of the GO series, bringing sweeping enhancements to ensure this new generation of tiny cameras has staying power. Software optimizations and a resolution upgrade to 2.7K deliver crisp, vibrant videos. With no clip length limitations and a larger 310mAh battery, creators can keep shooting for up to 45 minutes without the Pod—a 50% increase on the previous generation.
Sporting an additional mic, GO 3’s dual microphones offer clearer and crisper audio than its predecessor, the Insta360 GO2. Voice Control 2.0 also comes with this upgrade, allowing for complete hands-free operation of GO3, no matter the situation.
New recording modes are available, including Pre-recording, Loop Recording, and Timed Capture. With Timed Capture, simply schedule GO 3 to power on and start recording at a specific time. No more waking up early to shoot a sunrise timelapse!
A World of Possibilities with the GO 3 Ecosystem
As is the case with all Insta360 cameras, the third-generation GO is more than just a camera; it’s backed up by Insta360’s powerful app and editing ecosystem, designed to simplify your filmmaking journey.
FreeFrame Mode enables you to modify the aspect ratio of your footage after shooting to edit the same clip for a 9:16 Instagram Reel as a 16:9 YouTube video. Where other action cameras force the user to pre-select the aspect ratio before shooting and only save the content within that aspect ratio, GO III saves all the content for sharing in any aspect ratio, offering unmatched flexibility.
Insta360’s infamous AI-powered editing features automatically curate your best clips and edit them into custom reels. The app’s intelligent features and a user-friendly interface allow you to focus on your creativity while the technology handles the rest.
There’s also a whole host of creative modes to create inspiring content. TimeShift for hyper-lapse montages, AI-powered PureShot HDR for photos with enhanced dynamic range, slow motion up to 120fps, and stunning time-lapses are all possible with GO3.
Pricing and availability
The Insta360 GO 3 is available for purchase starting today (27 June 2023) globally. It includes the Action Pod and other helpful accessories, including the Magnet Pendant, Easy Clip, Pivot Stand, and Lens Guard. Three storage options are available: 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB models priced at $379.99, $399.99, and $429.99, respectively.
You can secure your GO 3 directly from Insta360’s official website or via platforms like Amazon and select authorized retailers.
Insta360 GO3: Technical parameters
Aperture | F2.2 |
35mm Equivalent Focal Length | 11.24mm |
Photo Resolution | 2560×1440 (16:9)
2560×2560 (1:1) 1440×2560 (9:16) 2936×1088 (2.7:1) |
Video Resolution | Video
2.7K: 2720×1536@24/25/30fps 1440P: 2560×1440@24/25/30/50fps 1080P: 1920×1080@24/25/30/50fps |
FreeFrame Video
1440P: 2560×1440@24/25/30/50fps 1080P: 1920×1080@24/25/30/50fps |
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Timelapse
1440P: 2560×1440@30fps |
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TimeShift
1440P: 2560×1440@30fps |
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Slow Motion
1080P: 1920×1080@120fps |
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Pre-Recording
2.7K:2720×1536@24/25/30fps 1440P: 2560×1440@24/25/30/50fps 1080P: 1920×1080@24/25/30/50fps |
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Loop Recording
2.7K:2720×1536@24/25/30fps 1440P: 2560×1440@24/25/30/50fps 1080P: 1920×1080@24/25/30/50fps |
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Photo Format | INSP (can be exported via App or Studio)
DNG (can be exported via App or Studio) |
Video Format | MP4 |
Photo Modes | Photo, HDR Photo, Interval, Starlapse |
Video Modes | Video, FreeFrame Video, Timelapse, TimeShift, Slow Motion, Pre-Recording, Loop Recording |
Color Profiles | Standard, Vivid, Flat |
Weight | GO 3: 35.5g (1.25oz)
Action Pod: 96.3g (3.40oz) |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | GO 3: 25.6×54.4×23.2 mm (1.0×2.1×0.9in)
Action Pod: Screen Folded: 63.5×47.6×29.5mm (2.5×1.9×1.2in) Screen Unfolded: 63.5×86.6×29.9mm (2.5×3.4×1.2in) |
Color | White |
Video Coding | H.264 |
Max. Video Bitrate | 80Mbps |
Gyroscope | 6-axis gyroscope |
Exposure Value | ±4EV |
ISO Range | 100-3200 |
Shutter Speed | Photo: 1/8000 – 120s
Video: 1/8000 – to the limit of frames per second |
White Balance | Auto, 2700K, 4000K, 5000K, 6500K, 7500K |
Audio Modes | Wind Reduction, Stereo, Direction Focus |
Audio Format | 48Khz, 24bits, AAC |
Bluetooth | BLE 5.0 |
Wi-Fi | 5GHz
802.11a/n/ac |
USB | Type-C |
Storage | 32GB, 64GB, 128GB |
Battery Capacity | GO 3: 310mAh
Action Pod: 1270mAh |
Charging Method | GO 3: Action Pod
Action Pod: Type-C |
Charging Time | GO 3: 23 mins to 80% | 35 mins to 100%
Action Pod: 47 mins to 80% | 65 mins to 100% |
Run Time | GO 3: 45 mins
GO 3 + Action Pod: 170 mins * Measured in lab conditions at 1080P@30fps |
Use Environment | GO 3: -4°F to 104°F (-20℃ to 40℃)
Action Pod: -4°F to 104°F (-20℃ to 40℃) |
Compatible Devices | iOS Devices:
Compatible with iOS mobile devices with chips A11 or above and iOS version 11.0 or above, including iPhone SE 2, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone X, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPad Air (2020), iPad Pro and newer iPad models. Android Devices: Compatible with Android mobile devices that meet the following capabilities including: • Android devices with Kirin 980 and above chips, including Huawei Mate 20, P30 or newer models. • Android devices with Snapdragon 845 and above chips, including Samsung Galaxy S9, Xiaomi Mi 8 or newer models. • Android devices with Exynos 9810 and above chips, including Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+, Note9 and newer models. • Android devices with Tensor chips, including Google Pixel 6. |
Does the GO3 camera have horizon lock feature in all video modes?
Yes, it has
No more overheating issues this is the main upgrade
Nothing new in the GO3. Why are they afraid of 4K? Insta360 just upgraded the charging case. Now it has a display and looks like a GoPro, even priced as a GoPro. They killed the thumb camera :(
Yes there is only a minor resolution upgrade:
GO3 resolution = 2720×1536
GO2 resolution = 2560×1440
Same here, when they have a 4K version I’ll buy it.