Both DJI and GoPro have introduced new action cameras this month. DJI has launched the Osmo Action 5 Pro, while GoPro has unveiled the Hero 13 Black and the more affordable Hero, which is currently priced at $199.99 on Amazon. Reports suggest that Insta360 is also preparing to announce a new model soon.
Early Details on the Ace Pro 2
At the beginning of the month, initial information regarding the Ace Pro 2 surfaced through hands-on leaks. Recently, multiple sources have provided a first glimpse of the retail packaging, which we have included below. It appears that Insta360 is focusing significantly on the camera's ability to record in 8K video resolution, a feature that both the Hero 13 Black and Osmo Action 5 Pro do not possess.
Key Features and Performance
The leaked retail packaging indicates that the Ace Pro 2 will support a maximum of 30 FPS when recording in 8K at a 16:9 aspect ratio. Additionally, the same image suggests that the camera can operate for over 3 hours on a single charge while capturing 8K/30 FPS footage. To achieve smoother 60 FPS video, however, it may need to lower its resolution.
Currently, it is uncertain if the Action Pro 2 will be able to deliver this at 4K like its predecessor or offer a higher resolution, such as 5.3K. The label of the Action Pro 2 as an "AI-Powered Action Cam" hints that Insta360 could be incorporating certain algorithmic techniques to improve image quality in various ways. Unfortunately, the release date and pricing details for the Ace Pro 2 remain unknown.
