GoPro Hero 11 vs Insta360 GO 3 - What You Need To Know BEFORE YOU BUY

Comparing the GoPro Hero 11 to the Insta360 GO 3 highlighting the features that actually matter to an end user. Footage comparison, size and weight, audio comparison, and mounting options.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:14 - SIDE BY SIDE FOOTAGE
02:00 - Image Quality
02:45 - Size and Weight
03:10 - POV Mount Comparison
06:00 - Mounting Solution
08:22 - Screen Comparison
09:17 - Audio Quality Comparison
10:07 - GO 3 Killer Feature
11:14 - My Final Thoughts

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[whatiship]

Great comparison David. I own both but find myself using the Insta 360 go 3 all the time. It's just so much more convenient and versatile to use when traveling with family.

[TroyKasper]

My dad used to water ski with my little sister. She'd start on his shoulders and then crawl down and stand on the skis. This was WAY before wake surfing.
Thanks for the comparison, but I have the Go2, GoPRo and Insta 360X2 and all three are failry different, but the Insta360's are far and away more useful day to day than the GoPro.

[mynusten]

Good review and comparison. Agree 100% that both the GoPro and Insta360 action cameras are excellent, but are built for different use cases. My partner and I use them both, but we turn to the Insta360 for everyday action recording (parks, road trips, etc) and the GoPro 11 when we venture into the waves, onto the ski slopes or anything else that is more rugged.

[mice_cowski]

Totally agree it’s a weird comparison but good job nonetheless.

I think a better comparison is between the Go3 and DJI Action 2. Not just video quality but usability as well. I’m curious when you would use the Go3 vs Action 2…like you pointed out in your conclusion between the Go3 and Hero11.

[AmericanEnglishBrent]

For sure. Different cameras. I’m using both, but the Go3 is definitely more of a b-roll camera. Surprisingly good mic on the Go3. But the non replaceable battery and SD card doesn’t really allow the Go3 to be a main camera.

[canyonblue-]

here is a secret... I think 99% of people would not have any clue you aren't telling the truth if you made a video with only Insta360 GO 3 footage and said it was Hero 11 footage. Side by side you can strain to see a difference, but if you just made an entire video from GO 3 footage I think almost no one would bat an eye. that's impressive. I have the Hero 11 but ever since I got the GO 3 I just don't use it anymore.

[tentenbits]

Couldn't agree more in the comparisons. I think carry three 'non-main' cameras in my bag all the time. The X3, the Go3, and GoPro Hero 11. What I'm doing will drive me to pick the right action cam. Timelapses? GoPro. Day to day? Go3. Shoot and edit/compose later? the X3. None of them will replace my R5 and none of them can/will replace each other. We'll see what happens when the GoPro 'whatever' 12 comes out.

[VladimirM-ko]

Great comparison David. Totally agree that these are not direct competitors. Although Insta360 marketing tries their best to push that idea:)
I think Go3 is a great option to capture memories when image quality does not really matter. Old VHS had much lower quality - but we still enjoy watching old family videos:)
With that in mind I think comparison with GO2 is more adequate. And in this case for me (I own both) GO2 is a clear winner with 200$ vs 400$ price tag. Image quality is almost the same. And I don't really need added features of the new Pod, since if i start thinking about composing a shot and changing modes - I switch to GoPro or other main camera to bet a better picture quality.

[boguckipro]

And that's exactly the point. Ready to GO 3!

[Webrisernl]

Which has better horizon lock? I try to find a camera to capture my camera behind the scènes photography weddings

[HobbiesHire]

Great job on the video David! Thanks for making it. Did you boost the audio of the thumbscrews at about 6:30? The sound effects are what really drive home your point about the mount-swapping on the GoPro.🤣😂

[JurisDaugulis]

That surfing thing you did with your kid - impressive

[rhyansanpedro]

The GO3 is kinda on its own niche in my opinion that I'd buy it to compliment my action cam.

My wish list this year just gets bigger and bigger 😢Sony A6700, DJI OA4 and the GO3, this 3 is such a great load out that you've got all bases covered to cover all situations.

[MrHombre]

Would love to see dji action 2 vs instago3

[paulanthonytully]

Great comparison David. just ordered the GoPro 11 (I know, I know the 12 is due and the DJI Action 4 is out), but you've offered some good guidance on these. If the Hero 12 is released and is has a quick release and a more convenient mic portal, then I will probably upgrade.

[TheBoatHeng]

wow the video qualities are totally different level.

[stefpix]

The Go3 seems to be competing more with the DJI Action 2. Small enough to not look silly on a hat. If the Go3 was dark grey or black it would be more stealthy on most clothing

[DunkfaeOotnAbootWiUs]

Dave I watched all your vlogs about action cameras especially the comparison ones but recently ( through no fault of your own ) it doesn't really matter because the cost keeps going up and up and us normal vloggers can't buy these cameras every year ....cheers fae Scotland mate 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[SpaceCadetJesus]

Looks to me the use case is similar based on this video. However, other factors may enter that differentiate them, such as battery life, recording length, overheating (I'm looking you GoPro), attachment ubiquity, focal length, waterproofing, salt water resistance, etc.

[daishi]

Hey man, great Review thanks for this !