Insta360 - Capture Setup

Overview

This guide explains the recommended capture settings and file requirements when using Insta360 cameras for 360° photogrammetry processing in Prevu3D.

Supported Cameras

The following Insta360 models are validated for use:

Insta360 ONE X2
Insta360 X3
Insta360 X4
Insta360 X5

Camera Setup

Before starting capture:

Update the camera firmware to the latest version
Remove lens caps
Remove lens guards unless required by the manufacturer
Clean both lenses using a microfiber cloth
Ensure sufficient battery and storage space

Recommended Recording Settings

Use the following configuration for all supported Insta360 models.

Setting	Value
Shooting Mode	Timelapse 360
Resolution	5.7K
Frame Rate	30 fps
Interval	0.5 seconds

Using different settings may result in processing failures or poor reconstruction quality.

Mounting Recommendations

Selfie Stick

A selfie stick is the recommended mounting option.

Advantages:

Better stability
Easier height control
Keeps the operator in the camera blind spot

Recommended option:

Insta360 Carbon Fiber Selfie Stick

File Requirements

Prevu3D requires the original raw Insta360 files (.insv) captured directly from the camera.

MP4 files exported from the Insta360 mobile or desktop applications are not supported.

Two upload modes are supported depending on how the video was recorded.

Single Video Upload

Upload one .insv file that contains:

Both fisheye video tracks
Embedded IMU (motion sensor) data

This format is supported on some newer Insta360 devices.

Two Videos Upload

Upload two .insv files from the same recording:

VID_XXXX_00.insv
VID_XXXX_10.insv

Requirements:

Each file contains one fisheye track
At least one file must include IMU data
Both files must belong to the same capture session
Both files are required. Uploading only one file will result in processing failure.

Video Duration Limits

Maximum video length:

15 minutes

For large environments, capture multiple recordings.