Insta360 engineered their ONE RS action camera to connect to a 360° module, a weatherproof wide-angle lens, and Leica glass atop a 1” sensor.
48MP Sensor, Enhanced Built-In FlowState Stabilization, and Innovative Active HDR
On March 22, 2022, Insta360 unveiled the ONE RS, a new interchangeable lens action camera that gives creators all-in-one adaptability without sacrificing quality.
ONE RS seamlessly transforms from a standard action cam to a creative 360 cam using a three-part design—one battery, one processor, and three quick-swapping lenses. A new high-performance 4K Boost Lens with a 1/2′′ 48MP image sensor now gives you wonderfully clear wide-angle films and photographs, while a powerful Core gives you greater in-camera stabilization, crisper audio, and more.
The new lens and Core are also cross-compatible with the previous ONE R generation as a modular camera system, allowing developers to upgrade their camera at their own speed. With the Invisible Selfie Stick effect and 360 reframings, the previously launched 5.7K 360 Lens opens you with limitless creative possibilities. Meanwhile, thanks to its 1-inch sensor, the 5.3K 1-Inch Wide Angle Lens co-engineered with Leica continues to deliver unrivaled image quality. The action camera is strong, sturdy, and waterproof to 16 feet, regardless of which lens is mounted (5m).
Insta360 ONE RS is available to order today via Insta360.com and select retailers worldwide, as well as Amazon US.
Upgraded 4K Boost Lens.
Athletes, adventurers, and creators will flock to the new 4K Boost Lens to create colorful and detailed action photos. The new lens takes clear 4K 60fps films and best-in-class 48MP stills thanks to an improved 1/2′′ 48MP image sensor.
The 4K Boost Lens also comes with two exciting new settings. Active HDR is the first mode, and it’s a game-changer for action sports. While most action cameras’ HDR settings are confined to stationary use due to ghosting issues, Active HDR is built exclusively for activity. As you move, Active HDR stabilizes your footage, reducing ghosting and showing subtleties in the highlights and shadows that other action cameras miss.
The 6K Widescreen mode is the second choice. This mode delivers ultra-high-resolution 6K footage with a classic 2.35:1 ratio for a dramatic widescreen image, taking full advantage of the 48MP sensor.
Swap the lens for ultra-creative 360 shots.
ONE RS guarantees that producers always have the ideal tool for the job thanks to its interchangeable lens architecture. While the 4K Boost Lens is good for focusing on details, the 360 Lens is ideal for focusing on the action rather than the camera.
Getting unique images is simple with the 360 Lens, whether you’re on a motorcycle, skiing, or just hanging out with friends. Simply press the record and the camera will catch everything in 5.7K 360 degrees. Later, you may select your favorite viewpoint (or numerous views) and export the video as a flat video that can be shared like any other video.
The 360 Lens also enables creators to capture impossible third-person views of themselves as they’re in the moment. Thanks to the camera’s dual-lens design, the selfie stick is automatically stitched out of the final footage, resulting in incredible video-game-like angles.
Stabilization, now built in.
Insta360’s unique FlowState Stabilization is now supplied through the camera hardware with the powerful new ONE RS Core, resulting in smoother-than-ever videos. Creators can now share smooth wide-angle content to social media without needing to process it in the Insta360 app thanks to improved stabilization in the camera.
No matter how much the camera is rotated during the action, 360 horizon leveling also ensures your video always stays magically level. Toggle a switch in the Insta360 app or desktop software with footage shot on any of the three lenses and watch the footage instantly level out.
With the Quick Reader accessory, there’s no need to transfer files over WiFi, saving time, the camera’s battery, and mobile storage space. Simply plug it into ONE RS to save files to the SD card and then plug it into your phone to start editing.
With a rugged design and IPX8 waterproofing to 16 feet, ONE RS is built to go anywhere you go. Even at the height of the action, high-performance connectors ensure a reliable connection between the mods, while a number of hardware upgrades make operating the camera seamlessly.
Upgrades to the new Core include:
- An additional mic, for crisp and true-to-life audio
- 50% faster WiFi, for easy mobile file transfers
- An Instant Zoom function, for digitally zooming in up to 2.7x while recording videos
- A Quick menu, for easy access to preset shooting modes
The Mounting Bracket has also been redesigned, with a quick-release mechanism for switching lenses on the fly, a windproof mic cover, and a heat-dissipating panel to ensure the camera stays cool while recording.
With the Quick Reader accessory, there’s no need to transfer files over WiFi, saving time, the camera’s battery, and mobile storage space. Simply plug it into ONE RS to save files to the SD card and then plug it into your phone to start editing.
Editing made easy.
With the Insta360 app’s advanced editing suite, which is packed with AI-powered tools, editing amazing shots is easier than ever.
With Snap Wizard, choosing the optimal angle for 360 films is simple—just move your phone or swipe the screen to alter the camera’s angle and download your selected footage instantaneously. Shot Lab is continually updated with new AI editing effects for entertaining effects like cloning and stop motion. Cinelapse, a new effect that adds cinematic transitions between clips to produce a next-level hyper-lapse, is one of the most fascinating new effects.
FlashCut uses AI to locate the best moments in your clips and edit them together on the beat to music for wide-angle footage. From action highlight reels to travel vlogs, you can choose from a variety of editing themes.
The free Insta360 Studio software for Mac and Windows, as well as free Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro plugins, are available for makers who prefer desktop editing.
ONE RS isn’t just an action camera. It also doubles as a 360-degree live streaming camera using the Insta360 app, as well as a webcam when connected to a computer.
Thanks to its interchangeable lens design, ONE RS is all but future-proof, with exciting potential for future hardware upgrades and expanded functionality.
The Think Bold Fund
To celebrate the release of ONE RS, Insta360 is also opening the first round of submissions to The Think Bold Fund. Selected creators will be awarded financing, equipment, and production support to make their bold video ideas a reality. Aspiring and professional creators, athletes, and brands are all encouraged to apply by emailing bold@insta360.com with their proposals. The first submission round will close on April 22.
Insta360 ONE RS is available to order today via Insta360.com and select retailers worldwide, as well as Amazon US.
As a modular system, several purchasing options are available. The Twin Edition includes the powerful combination of the 4K Boost Lens and 360 Lens and offers the best value at $549.99. For users looking to upgrade their wide-angle action cam setup, the 4K Edition retails for $299.99, while the 1-Inch Edition retails for $549.99. The Core, battery, and Mounting Bracket are also available to purchase as a bundle.
Support for the 4K Boost Lens with the ONE R Core will come in a post-launch firmware update.