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Akaso 360 review

A budget 360 camera with dual 1/2 inch 48 MP sensors, 5.7K 360 video, 72 MP 360 photos and an invisible selfie stick effect.

By the HearSmart research desk · Updated November 9, 2026

Performance (40%)
6.8
Ease of use (25%)
7.8
Value (35%)
8.3

The Akaso 360 is the cheapest way on this list into 360 video. Two 1/2 inch 48 MP sensors behind f/2.25 lenses record 5.7K 360 video at up to 30 fps or 4K at up to 60 fps, and single-lens mode records 2.8K at up to 60 fps. Photos reach 72 MP in 360 with DNG files for editing. Akaso lists AI subject tracking, an invisible selfie stick effect, 360 horizon lock and in-app SuperSmooth stabilization, plus GPS overlays for speed, route and elevation captured through a connected phone. The 2.29 inch touchscreen handles settings. The limits are clear in Akaso's own specs: the camera is listed as weatherproof rather than waterproof, it operates from 0 C to 40 C, and the 1350 mAh battery is rated for 60 minutes at 5.7K30 in a lab. The Standard Combo at $199.99 includes two batteries. Divers and winter riders should look at the Insta360 X5 or GoPro MAX2 instead.

Who it is for

Travelers and cyclists who want to try 360 video on dry land for less than the flagship 360 cameras.

Price

$199.99 for the Standard Combo at Akaso's US store when checked.

Standard Combo $199.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 9, 2026.

Key features

  • Dual 1/2 inch 48 MP CMOS sensors
  • 5.7K30 360 video and 2.8K60 single-lens video
  • 72 MP 360 photos with DNG
  • 360 horizon lock and in-app SuperSmooth stabilization
  • 2.29 inch touchscreen

Strengths and weaknesses

  • Strength: Cheapest 360 camera on this list
  • Strength: Standard Combo includes two batteries
  • Strength: GPS overlays via a connected phone
  • Weakness: Weatherproof only, not rated for swimming
  • Weakness: Lab run time of 60 minutes at 5.7K30
  • Weakness: Operating range starts at 0 C

Key facts

  • Max video: 5.7K 360 at 30 fps
  • Photos: 72 MP 360
  • Water rating: Weatherproof
  • Weight: 180 g
  • Battery: 1350 mAh, 60 minutes at 5.7K30

Where it ranks

Akaso 360 is No. 9 in our Best Action Cameras verdict.

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