Insta360 One RS

Insta360 One RS Review

The Insta360 One RS has a modular design that unlocks more creative possibilities than most action cams. The Insta360 One RS ($549.99 as reviewed) is the company's second-generation modular action camera, a follow-up to the One R from 2020. The RS keeps the same external design, but features more internal processing power and works with better camera modules. We're not totally sold on its assembly-required modular design, but it's an appealing GoPro alternative, especially for creators who want to use both 16:9 and 360-degree footage for projects. The GoPro Hero10 Black remains our Editors' Choice winner in the action cam category, but you might prefer the flexibility of the One RS.Pull Apart, Put Together The One RS requires some assembly, but it's not an Ikea-level project. The camera is split into three pieces—the RS core, the camera module, and a baseplate that secures them. After assembly, the One RS is similar in size and shape to other action cams—about 1.9 by 2.8 by 1.3 inches (HWD) and 4.4 ounces. For comparison, the GoPro Hero10 Black measures 2.8 by 2.2 by 1.3 inches and w...

Insta360 One RS review: The best of both worlds?

The One RS further improves upon Insta360's already capable camera system. It allows users to capture impressive videos, photos and 360-degree footage, all from a lightweight and compact package. While it may not beat the flagship GoPro models when it comes to pure image quality, it makes up for it in convenience and user experience.