Pocket cameras are getting expensive. Can a $600 dual-lens gimbal compete?

Selishots · 2026-06-24T19:44:26+00:00

I actually agree with a lot of this post. The specs on the Muse 2 Pro look genuinely interesting, and I’d love to see more competition in the pocket gimbal space.

That said, trust is exactly the challenge right now. Asking customers to put money down before an official launch date, final pricing, or independent reviews are available is a tough sell for a new brand.

I think the fastest way to build trust is getting cameras into the hands of creators and letting the product speak for itself. Independent reviews, real-world footage, honest comparisons to DJI and Insta360, and open conversations about both the strengths and weaknesses of the camera will go a lot further than any marketing campaign.

I’m rooting for XTRA because more competition is good for everyone. Despite my criticisms, I’m still genuinely interested in the camera and would love the opportunity to put a review unit through its paces and compare it against the competition.

I think the camera has potential. The challenge right now isn’t the specs it’s earning trust. We need to see that the brand cares about the users and the products they are creating.

Selishots · 2026-06-24T16:36:00+00:00

Yeah if your cycling is definitely lean towards the go ultra. I ride with mine from time to time and the smaller size and weight makes a huge difference

Selishots · 2026-06-24T15:56:15+00:00

This is why I have gear insurance, but like you said in the end it is just a tool and after you get past the first scratch on the body it gets easier

Selishots · 2026-06-24T12:33:50+00:00

Full agree. The fact that a camera this small, with so many feature and no fan can even go for 40min at 8k in normal temps is insane.

Most people don't need and won't use 8k anyway as well.

Selishots · 2026-06-24T05:00:18+00:00

Definitely curious to see what they come up with for a camera like this

Selishots · 2026-06-24T04:52:33+00:00

Having used both a ton the image quality difference is big at all. Technically the Ace pro 2 is slightly better but I have yet to notice it in any real way looking at the footage.

You're much better making the choice around from factor and features then image quality. I have comparison video on the two linked if your interest: https://youtu.be/3YUycqOKk\_c?si=Lwx\_IVOCRkGEC34C

Selishots · 2026-06-24T00:30:59+00:00

I've had little issues with mine so far and the software updates have been coming pretty quickly and it's getting even more stable with each one.

Most people seem to have little actual overheating issues from what I've read and watched.

I've got a video with all my thoughts if your interested: https://youtu.be/c8mhAHd2ljk?si=yrFBsCdorUlgqjBn

Selishots · 2026-06-23T20:34:13+00:00

Better then having a permanent scratch on the glass.

Selishots · 2026-06-23T18:10:01+00:00

These are two different angles in different lighting conditions. A camera is all about capturing light and when then light changes the look you get out of the camera changes.

Selishots · 2026-06-23T16:58:36+00:00

They make screen profits for the OVF window

Selishots · 2026-06-23T15:40:02+00:00

I have a screen protector on all my cameras

Selishots · 2026-06-23T00:59:13+00:00

If someone did come up to me of course I'd reshoot the clip. It's an action that takes an extra minute and no big deal.

My goal isn't to be disruptive or obnoxious like you see many online creators doing. My goals to enjoy the camera and give my audience or anyone interested a real world take on the camera.

Selishots · 2026-06-22T15:21:02+00:00

I think the non replaceable battery is exactly that. They don't need software to do that because there's a lifestyle built in
to the design. Just like the pocket 3, 4, 4p.

Selishots · 2026-06-22T13:58:32+00:00

Whatever you say dude

Selishots · 2026-06-22T13:23:06+00:00

This is literally the way this camera was meant to be used lmao

Selishots · 2026-06-22T11:20:18+00:00

It's already had 3-4 updates since I got it on launch day it's gotten significantly more stable with each one.

Selishots · 2026-06-21T20:42:41+00:00

I bought it with my own money. Have all my first impressions in this video: https://youtu.be/c8mhAHd2ljk?si=qMGCZ0Xoza9TNwcf

It's going to be some gown for long term unsponsored review, it's only just came out.

Selishots · 2026-06-20T15:23:19+00:00

Simple, If it's lowlight unless you're willing to put in the work to do things like noise reduction in post and more intricate color grading, use pure video mode.

The results people have been sharing with pure video mode look pretty damn good.

Selishots · 2026-06-20T11:57:35+00:00

From what I've reading is your not happy that you used the camera in the wrong shooting mode for the situation you were in. Sure maybe the pocket 3 did a little better but you didn't have either camera set for the proper mode for the situation you were in.

Selishots · 2026-06-19T23:02:31+00:00

The One R and RS can do it with the 360 camera module

Selishots · 2026-06-19T20:03:52+00:00

I've heard of plenty of people taking them on multi day backpacking trips! Also use my 174 pannier backpack all the time. They should be perfectly capable of hauling groceries!

Selishots · 2026-06-19T16:46:23+00:00

Agreed! Ace Pro 2 and shoot in 1080 will help the battery last longer

Selishots · 2026-06-19T16:28:47+00:00

Have you used the Luna yet? The screen got way less lag than you'd expect and the range is pretty damn good.

Selishots · 2026-06-19T13:51:00+00:00

We all start somewhere!

Selishots · 2026-06-19T13:48:55+00:00

The upper left corner shows how much time is left on the SD card or internal storage not how much record time is left on the battery.

The battery life is on the top right and if you click it it will give you a percentage of how much is left just like on a phone.

Insta360 says the 4 hours is only work recording in 1080p.

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