1. Insta360 previewed its Luna series, including the Luna Ultra with a secondary zoom lens, aiming to compete with DJI’s Osmo Pocket 4.
2. The Luna Ultra features a 1-inch sensor, f/1.8 aperture, and a potential 6x optical zoom, with footage shot in a new 10-bit color profile called “iLog.”
3. The Luna Pro remains largely mysterious but is confirmed to be a single-camera model, co-engineered with Leica, with a launch expected before June 2026.
4. The Luna cameras are anticipated to be available in the US, marking a key geographic advantage over DJI’s offerings.
5. Additional accessories like the Insta360 Mic Pro wireless microphone with an E-Ink display are part of the ecosystem.
Introduction to the new Insta360 Luna lineup
Recently, the handheld gimbal camera world got a big shake up when Insta360 decided to show off their upcoming Luna series at NAB 2026 in Las Vegas. After a lot of leaks and rumors that had been floating around, the company finally gave a sneak peek. The excitement is real, especially since creators that got to test the cameras shared videos on YouTube, confirming that Insta360 is not just copying DJI but actually trying to go beyond what DJI has done.
Details about the Luna series models
The most interesting part about the new lineup is that it consists of two models. The first one is called Luna Ultra, which is a dual-cam design, and the second is the Luna Pro. The Luna Pro still keeps some secrets but is confirmed to be a single-camera device, similar to the DJI Osmo Pocket 4. The preview specs show a 1-inch sensor with a 20mm equivalent lens. Its field of view is about the same as the Osmo Pocket 4, but Insta360 has an advantage with a brighter aperture of f/1.8 versus the Osmo’s f/2.0. This difference could help it perform better in low light situations.
Camera features and specifications
- Sensor size: 1 inch
- Focal length: 20mm equivalent
- Aperture: f/1.8
- Color profile: iLog with 10-bit color
- Dynamic range: 14 stops
The footage shared by creators shows that the Luna series can shoot in “iLog,” a new color profile that enhances color grading and dynamic range. Interestingly, the specs look a lot like those of DJI’s Osmo Pocket 4 — nearly identical, in fact. This means Insta360 might be offering similar performance, but with its own twist.
Zoom feature in the Luna Ultra
A highlight of the Luna Ultra is its secondary zoom lens, which, while official focal lengths haven’t been announced (which is kinda odd), has shown footage suggesting a zoom range that could be around 6x optical. This feature could be a game-changer, providing creative options that are rare in compact cameras. The footage demonstrates that this zoom may provide high-quality images, making it a key selling point for the device.
Additional gear and ecosystem
Besides the cameras themselves, Insta360 introduced the “Mic Pro,” a new wireless microphone. It’s shaped like a button and comes with an E-Ink display, which allows users to customize branding. The Luna cameras, which are co-developed with Leica, are expected to be available before June 2026, giving consumers in the US a chance to get their hands on them. Interestingly, there are rumors that Oppo might also be developing its own gimbal camera, so competition might soon heat up. For now, it looks like Insta360’s latest tech will be accessible in the US, unlike DJI’s offerings which are not widely available there anymore.