X Series: GPS Data
X Series: GPS Data
Applicable Models: ONE X, X2, X3, X4, X4 Air, X5, and X6
You can easily record GPS data for media by connecting your camera to the Insta360 app, using a GPS remote, or synchronizing data from third-party devices. Below are some common questions about GPS data.
How is GPS data recorded?
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Shooting Method
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Conditions for GPS Data Recording
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Does the Original Video Contain GPS Data
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Does the Exported Video Contain GPS Data
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Shooting directly with camera
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N/A
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No
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No
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Camera connected to the Insta360 app for shooting
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- Connect the camera to the Insta360 app for shooting
- Enable the GPS switch on the Shooting page in the app before shooting
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Yes
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Yes
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- Connect the camera to the Insta360 app for shooting
- Enable the GPS Activity Stats feature in the Insta360 app before shooting
- Synchronize data to videos using the Stats feature in the Insta360 app or Insta360 Studio
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No
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Yes (GPS data is included when videos with stats are exported)
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Camera connected to a remote control for shooting
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- Use a compatible Insta360 remote control supporting the GPS feature
- Use the remote control to control the camera for shooting
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Yes
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Yes
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Using third-party devices for recording
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- Use a supported device to record GPS data, such as
- Garmin
- Apple Health
- iGPSPORT
- COROS
- Huawei Health
- Import activity data from third-party FIT/GPX files
- Synchronize data to videos using the Stats feature in the Insta360 app or Insta360 Studio
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No
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Yes (GPS data is included when videos with stats are exported)
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FAQ
1. Why does the camera record my phone's location?
Since the camera itself does not have a GPS module, it does not support capturing media with location information directly, nor does it support locating the camera. Therefore, when you control shooting via the Insta360 app, the camera will automatically record the location information of the phone or other device used to control it.
Please note: If you need to record accurate GPS data during shooting, we recommend placing the control device next to the camera and using the Timed Capture to ensure that location information is synchronized.
2. Can I export a GPX file when using the camera with an Insta360 GPS remote?
The result depends on the export method for media shot using the camera controlled with an Insta360 GPS remote:
- Source files / saving after shooting / exporting original files via software: The file format is INSP/INSV and contains GPS data.
- Exporting via the Insta360 app: The file format is JPG/MP4 and does not contain GPS data.
- Exporting via Insta360 Studio with the "Export GPX File" option checked: The exported video itself contains no GPS data, but a separate GPX file containing all the GPS data is generated.
Read more
Insta360 App: Operating Instructions for the Stats Feature
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