We’re long-time fans of Insta360’s X-Series. We’ve been riding with Insta360’s X-Series for years—beach days, reef dives, travel missions, paddle-outs, vlogging—the lot. They’ve held up. So when the Insta360 X5 Invisible Dive Case Pro landed, we took notice.
It refines the original X5 Dive Case with improved optics that tame underwater refraction, yielding crisper shots and truer colour, particularly in clear water and tight scenes.
Why this Pro case is interesting
- Cleaner underwater footage: The optics are designed to reduce refraction distortion for crisp, true-to-life results.
- Dialed for clear water & close range: Where 360 footage often struggles, this case helps keep lines straight and colors honest.
- Dive-ready to 164 ft / 50 m: Plenty for most rec and pro dives.
- Invisible in 360°: Pair with the Invisible Selfie Stick for an effortless third-person look — like having your own follow cam underwater.
Yes, the Pro is bigger and heavier than the original. If you travel light, you’ll feel it. But if you’re chasing the best possible underwater clarity, it’s a worthy trade.
Pro vs Original: Which one’s for you?
If you dive often and obsess over clean, cinematic underwater 360, go Pro. If you want something easy to pack that still performs, the original is a gem. Plenty of shooters will get value from owning both.
| Invisible Dive Case (Original) | Invisible Dive Case Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Depth rating | 197 ft / 60 m | 164 ft / 50 m |
| Portability | Lighter, more compact | Heavier, larger footprint |
| Optics | Standard | Pro-grade glass, refraction-tuned |
| Price (USD) | $119.99 | $142.99 |
| Best for | Travel & casual dives | Creators, instructors & dive pros prioritising image quality |
- AquaVision 3.0 in the app cleans up underwater colors with less fuss.
- Suunto Diving Stats Dashboard lets you overlay dive data on your clips for richer stories.
What’s next from us
We’re looking forward to testing the new dive case. Keep an eye out — our hands-on review of the Insta360 X5 and the new Dive Case Pro is coming soon.
About Insta360
With a “Think bold” mindset, Insta360 empowers people to capture and share their lives in extraordinary ways. Recognized as a market leader and innovator, Insta360’s vast lineup includes the world’s best-selling 360 cameras in the X Series, the thumb-sized GO Series for everyday capture, as well as an extensive range of action cameras, gimbals, webcams, and professional photography solutions. With intuitive, AI-powered software, Insta360 simplifies the creative process, allowing users to focus on storytelling without technical barriers. Insta360 is dedicated to helping a new generation of athletes, creatives, travelers and professionals bring their ideas to life.
Website: http://www.insta360.com
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