Insta360 X5 Underwater: 6 Month Honest Guide (Avoid THESE Mistakes!)

If you’re wondering whether the Insta360 X5 is worth using underwater for scuba diving, snorkeling or ocean filmmaking — this honest 6-month guide breaks down exactly how we use it, the real limitations, and whether it truly replaces a drone or action camera. Many divers see 360 cameras as a gimmick. After 6 months underwater with the Insta360 X5, here’s what actually works — and what doesn’t. In this video, we show you how we use the Insta360 X5 underwater to: • Capture impossible third-person perspectives • Film more safely without camera tunnel vision • Shoot once and reframe for horizontal AND vertical • Create drone-style boat shots without flying a drone • Avoid the biggest editing mistake we made This video is NOT sponsored. We purchased this camera ourselves and have been using it for over 6 months on real dive trips across Southeast Asia. If you’re a scuba diver, underwater filmmaker, travel creator or action camera user, this breakdown will help you decide if a 360 camera belongs in your kit. If you'd like to help the channel out, you can purchase your Inst360 with our link, it won't cost you any extra but it will help us a little! Use code: INRSG695RBU for ANY Insta360 product or click the links below Buy the Insta360 X5: https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRSG695RBU Insta360 X4 Air: https://www.insta360.com/sal/x4-air?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRSG695RBU Insta306 Go ultra: https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-ultra?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRSG695RBU Insta360 Ace Pro 2: https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRSG695RBU 🎥 Watch next: How We Film Cinematic Underwater on an Action Camera → https://youtu.be/UZO1yy7sk3c?si=L3nw06zbHb6BwxDp Macro Underwater on GoPro → https://youtu.be/zs3khK1hVcA?si=FxWwcGY86eiSqi-9 00:00 Is the Insta360 X5 Worth It Underwater? 01:06 Why 360 Cameras Aren’t Just a Gimmick 01:32 How We Actually Use It While Diving 01:45 Third Person “Underwater Drone” Shots 02:22 Capture Behind The Scenes 03:01 Film Once, Reframe for YouTube & Reels 04:09 Boat & Travel Drone Alternative 05:15 The Honest Limitations 05:53 The Biggest Mistake We Made 07:01 Who This Camera Is Actually For Thanks for watching — we hope our videos help you plan your next dive or underwater travel adventure. 🐠 Subscribe for weekly dive stories: https://www.youtube.com/@Aaron.and.Cassie?sub_confirmation=1 📩 Get our best travel & dive tips: https://aaron-and-cassie.kit.com/sign-up ☕ Support our channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/aaron.and.cassie 🔗 Travel & Gear Links Insta360 X5 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRSG695RBU DAN Worldwide Dive Insurance: https://www.daneurope.org/en/buy-dive-insurance#!/partnerCode=729130 Travel Insurance (Nomads & Expats): https://safetywing.com/ambassador/refer/26235483 Epidemic Sound – Try Free: https://share.epidemicsound.com/g5vv83 🎥 Our Camera Gear: Insta360 X5 | Panasonic G9 II | GoPro Hero 13 | DJI Mini 4 Pro | DJI Mic Mini | PGYTech 🎥 Our Camera Gear: Panasonic G9 II | GoPro Hero 13 | DJI Mini 4 Pro | DJI Mic Mini | PGYTech #scubadiving #underwatervideo #underwatercamera