The Insta360 Luna Ultra is Insta360’s first gimbal camera. Developed in collaboration with Leica, it combines a dual-lens system with 8K video and a detachable OLED touchscreen, all while weighing just over 200 grams. It was unveiled at Leica’s headquarters in Wetzlar. It will be available in Germany starting June 30, with the standard bundle priced at 729 euros.
With this launch, Insta360 is targeting a segment that DJI has long dominated with its Osmo Pocket series. And the manufacturer makes no secret of who the Luna Ultra is competing against.
TL;DR
- Insta360’s first gimbal camera, developed in collaboration with Leica
- Dual-lens system: 1″ main sensor with Leica Summicron plus 1/1.3″ telephoto camera
- 8K at 30 fps, Dolby Vision, 10-bit I-Log, up to 14 stops of dynamic range
- Detachable 2-inch OLED touchscreen that doubles as a remote control and monitor, with a range of up to 20 meters
- Just over 200 grams, 1,550-mAh battery, up to 4 hours of runtime
- Price: 729 euros (Standard Bundle), 929 euros (Creator Bundle)
Anyone who’s been following the Luna’s development is already familiar with our earlier coverage of the first Luna teaser. Back then, much of it was still just rumor. Now the final specs are on the table, and they’re even more ambitious than expected.
What Makes the Insta360 Luna Ultra Special
At its heart is the dual-lens system. The main camera combines a Leica Summicron lens with a 1-inch 8K sensor. It’s complemented by a separate telephoto camera with a 1/1.3-inch sensor and an f/2.0 aperture. Together, the two lenses cover five focal lengths, with up to 12x zoom, 6x of which is lossless. Natural bokeh effects are possible across the entire focal length range.
A true telephoto lens in a pocket gimbal camera is rare. This is exactly what sets the Luna Ultra apart from classic pocket cameras, which usually rely solely on a fixed wide-angle lens with digital zoom. This opens up more creative possibilities for B-roll, event footage, or more subtle street clips.
For video, the camera records in 8K at 30 frames per second, including Dolby Vision and 10-bit I-Log for more color information during post-production. The dynamic range is up to 14 stops. In 4K, it can shoot up to 120 fps, and in 1080p, it can even reach 240 fps for slow-motion footage. For low-light conditions, there’s PureVideo mode, which is designed to capture footage with less noise at up to 4K at 60 fps. Powering it all is a triple AI chip system.
For photos, Insta360 touts 37-MP UltraPhotos and panoramas with up to 200 megapixels.
Design, Display, and Stabilization
Weighing just over 200 grams, the Luna Ultra remains pleasantly compact. Its most striking feature, however, is the detachable 2-inch OLED display. When detached from the body, it becomes a wireless monitor and remote control with HD transmission over a range of up to 20 meters. For solo creators who film themselves, this is more practical than a built-in display.
The combination of a mechanical 3-axis gimbal and electronic image stabilization ensures smooth footage. Subject tracking is handled by Deep Track 5.0, which includes features such as automatic tracking, active zoom tracking, group tracking, and smart framing. Insta360 has built up this software advantage through its Flow gimbals and action cameras. If you’d like to learn more about the manufacturer’s latest smartphone gimbal, check out our review of the Insta360 Flow 2 Pro.
The battery has a capacity of 1,550 mAh and, according to the manufacturer, lasts up to four hours. It charges to 80 percent in about 23 minutes. The device comes with 47 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 1 TB via microSD.
Technical Specifications of the Insta360 Luna Ultra
| Feature | Insta360 Luna Ultra |
|---|---|
| Main Sensor | 1-inch, Leica Summicron lens |
| Telephoto camera | 1/1.3-inch, f/2.0 |
| Zoom | up to 12x (6x lossless), 5 focal lengths |
| Video | 8K/30 fps, 4K/120 fps, 1080p/240 fps |
| Color & HDR | Dolby Vision, 10-bit I-Log, up to 14 f-stops |
| Photo | 37 MP UltraPhoto, 200 MP Panorama |
| Display | Detachable, 2-inch OLED, range up to 20 m |
| Stabilization | 3-axis gimbal + EIS, Deep Track 5.0 |
| Battery | 1,550 mAh, up to 4 hours, 80% in approx. 23 min. |
| Storage | 47 GB internal, microSD up to 1 TB |
| Weight | approx. 233 g |
| Colors | Cosmic Black, Stellar White |
Leica Colors and Professional Workflow
The partnership with Leica has been in place for six years and now includes five jointly developed products. The camera features the Leica color profiles Leica Natural, Leica Vivid, and Leica Chrome, as well as cinematic filters built right into the camera. Professionals will particularly appreciate the ACES support and the integrated timecode for multi-camera synchronization. Editing can be done in Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro, for example.
QR Color Share lets you share color settings between devices. In the Insta360 app, AI-powered editing recognizes key moments and creates clips that are ready to share. For audio, a built-in windscreen helps, and for better sound, you can wirelessly pair the Insta360 Mic series. We took a closer look at how well Insta360’s current flagship microphone sounds in our review of the Insta360 Mic Pro. Incidentally, this is the very model included in the Creator Bundle.
A dedicated range of accessories further expands the possibilities, including a POV head tracker for hands-free recording, Black Mist filters, a wide-angle lens with a field of view of up to 108°, and ND filters.
Luna Ultra vs. DJI Osmo Pocket
Insta360 is positioning the Luna Ultra directly against DJI’s upcoming Osmo Pocket 4P. Its biggest selling point: native 8K at 30 fps, while DJI’s single-lens Osmo Pocket 4 tops out at 4K. Added to this are the 1-inch sensor with Leica optics, the true telephoto camera, and the detachable display—features for which DJI currently has no equivalent.
However, not everything has been decided yet. DJI has promised up to 17 stops of dynamic range for the Pocket 4P—three more than the Luna Ultra’s 14. The manufacturer has not yet disclosed the price or exact release date for the DJI model, though. A direct comparison therefore remains open for now.
Price and Availability
In Germany, the Luna Ultra will be available starting June 30, including through the Insta360 Store. The standard bundle costs 729 euros, while the Creator Bundle with the Insta360 Mic Pro is priced at 929 euros. The camera is available in Cosmic Black and Stellar White. Internationally, it had already launched at the U.S. price of $769.99.
As soon as the Luna Ultra is listed regularly on Amazon.de, you’ll find it here:
View the Insta360 Luna Ultra on Amazon.de
Conclusion on the Insta360 Luna Ultra
With the Insta360 Luna Ultra, the manufacturer is making a confident entry into the gimbal camera category. The dual lens with Leica optics, 8K video, and the detachable display are compelling features, especially for solo creators and mobile filmmakers. Whether it can hold its own against DJI’s Osmo Pocket 4P depends on what DJI brings to the table in terms of price and dynamic range. A first in-depth hands-on test will also have to show whether the camera delivers on its spec sheet promises in everyday use.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Insta360 Luna Ultra
How much does the Insta360 Luna Ultra cost?
The standard bundle costs 729 euros in Germany, while the Creator Bundle with the Insta360 Mic Pro costs 929 euros. Internationally, the camera launched at $769.99.
When will the Luna Ultra be available in Germany?
It will be available in Germany starting June 30, including through the Insta360 Store. Wider availability in retail stores will follow gradually.
Does the Luna Ultra really shoot in 8K?
Yes. The Luna Ultra records in 8K at 30 frames per second, including Dolby Vision and 10-bit I-Log. This makes it the first pocket gimbal camera with native 8K recording.
How does it differ from the DJI Osmo Pocket?
The Luna Ultra features a dual-lens system with a true telephoto camera, a 1-inch sensor with Leica optics, 8K recording, and a detachable OLED display. DJI’s single-lens Osmo Pocket 4 tops out at 4K, while the dual-camera model, the Osmo Pocket 4P, has not yet been fully unveiled.
