Insta360 Luna Pro Takes on the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 With 8K and Leica Optics

Summary

• The Insta360 Luna Pro launched in China for CNY 3,399
• It features a 1-inch CMOS sensor and Leica Summicron f/1.8 optics
• It records up to 8K30 and native vertical 4K30 video
• It supports 10-bit I-Log and up to 14 stops of dynamic range
• Its 2-inch OLED display detaches and works wirelessly from up to 20 meters
• It offers Deep Tracking 5.0, three-axis stabilization and up to 240 minutes of battery life
• European and Greek pricing have not yet been announced

Insta360 has introduced the Luna Pro in China, a compact gimbal camera with a 1-inch sensor, Leica optics, 8K video and a detachable display, clearly targeting the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 category.

The Insta360 Luna Pro officially made its commercial debut in China on August 20, 2026, priced at CNY 3,399 and using a single-lens design while retaining much of the technology found in the more expensive Luna Ultra.

Its importance has less to do with the headline 8K specification and more with the combination of a 1-inch sensor, three-axis mechanical gimbal, 10-bit I-Log, true vertical 4K and a detachable OLED display, features that place it directly against the DJI Osmo Pocket 4.

1-inch sensor and Leica Summicron

The Luna Pro uses a 1-inch CMOS sensor and a Leica Summicron lens with an f/1.8 aperture and an approximately 20mm full-frame-equivalent focal length. It is essentially the main camera from the Luna Ultra without the more expensive model’s secondary telephoto module.

Maximum video resolution reaches 8K at 30 fps, while 10-bit I-Log is supported and Insta360 claims up to 14 stops of dynamic range. Leica color profiles and Dolby Vision HDR are also supported.

Still images reach 37 megapixels.

Vertical 4K video may matter more than 8K

One of the Luna Pro’s most practical features is native vertical video recording at 4K 30 fps.

That is particularly important for creators delivering material directly to Reels, Shorts and TikTok. The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 also supports vertical shooting, but its dedicated 9:16 workflow tops out at 3K, according to the available Pocket specifications and PetaPixel’s direct comparison.

The Luna Pro’s advantage, therefore, is not simply a higher headline resolution. For creators primarily producing vertical content, it may also reduce the need for cropping or alternative editing workflows.

The detachable display remains its biggest trick

Like the Luna Ultra, the Luna Pro features a detachable 2-inch OLED display that doubles as a wireless remote.

Transmission works at distances of up to 20 meters and the display itself includes a microphone, potentially making solo shooting, vlogging and remote camera placement significantly easier.

The camera can also pair directly with Insta360’s wireless microphone system.

Zoom without a second telephoto camera

The lack of a second camera is the main difference compared with the Luna Ultra.

The Luna Pro offers up to 4x zoom, with Insta360 describing 2x as “lossless” at 4K. It also supports portrait-style framing equivalent to roughly 80mm at up to 4K60.

The Luna Ultra clearly goes further in this area, using a separate 1/1.3-inch telephoto sensor and offering up to 12x zoom with as much as 6x Clarity Zoom. PTTL previously covered the Luna Ultra and its dual-Leica-camera system when it launched in June.

For vlogging, travel videos and general shooting, however, removing the telephoto camera reduces both weight and cost without sacrificing the main sensor.

Deep Tracking 5.0 and dual AI processors

The Luna Pro uses a dual-chip system comprising a dedicated imaging processor and a 4nm flagship chip, while stabilization is handled by a mechanical three-axis gimbal combined with Insta360’s FlowState technology.

Deep Tracking 5.0 handles tracking for individuals as well as groups, while Insta360 also lists support for low-light video at up to 4K60.

Real-world low-light performance will need independent testing before firm conclusions can be drawn, particularly against the Osmo Pocket 4.

Four-hour battery life and 47GB internal storage

The battery has a capacity of 1,550 mAh and Insta360 rates runtime at up to 240 minutes under specified test conditions.

Charging reaches 80% in approximately 23 minutes with a compatible fast-charging setup.

The Luna Pro also includes 47GB of internal storage and a microSD slot supporting cards up to 2TB.

Weight is 215 grams for the black version and 218 grams for the white version, compared with 233 and 235 grams respectively for the Luna Ultra.

Insta360 Luna Pro versus DJI Osmo Pocket 4

A comparison with the Osmo Pocket 4 is unavoidable.

DJI’s camera also uses a 1-inch CMOS sensor, a 20mm f/2.0 lens, 14 stops of dynamic range, 10-bit D-Log, three-axis mechanical stabilization and advanced ActiveTrack. It also records up to 4K/240fps, includes 107GB of internal storage and has a rated runtime of up to 240 minutes. In DJI’s Greek store, pricing starts at €509.

The Luna Pro counters with 8K30, Leica Summicron f/1.8 optics, native vertical 4K30 and, above all, its detachable OLED display.

Which model ultimately delivers better image quality, autofocus and tracking cannot be determined from specifications alone. DJI already has a mature presence in this category, while Insta360 is trying to differentiate itself through workflow and design features not found on the Pocket 4.

Price and availability in Europe

The Luna Pro initially launched in China for CNY 3,399. At the time of writing, no official European or Greek price has been announced, nor has Insta360 confirmed a specific global release date.

That will be critical to its final market position. In Greece, the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 starts at €509, while the Luna Ultra has appeared in the European market at a considerably higher price.

Insta360 first officially showed the series at NAB 2026, where PTTL covered the first appearance of the Luna Pro and Luna Ultra against the Osmo Pocket lineup.

There is also an additional factor in the background: the Luna series is already involved in a US patent dispute between DJI and Insta360. PTTL has covered both DJI’s lawsuits concerning the Luna series and Insta360’s countersuit involving its own patent claims.

What we think

The Luna Pro appears to have a clearer purpose than simply being a “cheaper Luna Ultra.” Removing the telephoto camera preserves the large sensor, Leica optics, gimbal and detachable display, while native vertical 4K could prove particularly useful for creators.

Pricing is the difficult part. The Osmo Pocket 4 is already a mature product with very strong specifications and an official Greek price of €509. If the Luna Pro arrives significantly below or near that level, competition in the pocket gimbal camera category becomes considerably more interesting. Until European pricing is announced and independent image-quality comparisons become available, there is no basis for declaring a clear winner.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Insta360 Luna Pro cost?

The official China launch price is CNY 3,399. European and Greek pricing have not yet been announced.

Does it actually record 8K?

Yes. Its maximum listed video specification is 8K at 30 fps.

What is the main difference from the Luna Ultra?

The Luna Pro uses a single 1-inch camera. The Luna Ultra adds a second 1/1.3-inch telephoto camera and offers substantially greater zoom flexibility.

What advantage does it have over the DJI Osmo Pocket 4?

Its most distinctive features are 8K30, the detachable OLED display and native vertical 4K30 recording. The Pocket 4, meanwhile, reaches 4K240 and includes 107GB of built-in storage.

When will it launch in Greece?

Insta360 has not yet announced an official release date for Greece or the rest of Europe.