X Series: GPS Data
X Series: GPS Data
Applicable Models: ONE X, X2, X3, X4, X4 Air, and X5
You can easily record GPS data for videos by connecting your camera to the Insta360 app, using a GPS remote control, or synchronizing data from third-party devices. Below are some common questions about GPS data.
How is GPS data recorded?
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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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-
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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?
Because the camera itself does not have a built-in GPS module. When you control shooting via the Insta360 app, the camera automatically records the real-time location information from your phone or other connected devices.
2. Can I export a GPX file when using the camera with an Insta360 GPS remote control?
The result depends on the export method for videos shot with an Insta360 GPS remote control:
- Source files / saving after shooting / exporting original files via software: The file format is INSP/INSV and contains GPS data.
- Exporting via software: 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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