INSTA360 LUNA ULTRA 8K GIMBAL CAMERA LAUNCHES IN US

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TUE, JUN 16, 2026

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Insta360's first gimbal camera, the Luna Ultra, is now available in the US market for $770. The device features dual 8K cameras on a 3-axis gimbal, positioning it as a direct competitor to DJI's 4K-limited Osmo Pocket series.

The Luna Ultra marks Insta360's entry into the handheld stabilized camera market after months of anticipation. The camera debuted at NAB 2026 before launching initially in China. Key specs include: - Dual 8K camera setup - 3-axis motorized gimbal stabilization - Designed for solo creators without dedicated camera operators - $770 price point The device directly challenges DJI's Osmo Pocket 4 and Pocket 4P, which max out at 4K recording. Insta360's dual-camera approach and higher resolution capability differentiate it in a growing segment of portable stabilized cameras aimed at content creators. The Luna Ultra is now available for purchase in the US market.

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