X Series: AdaptiveTone

X Series: AdaptiveTone

Applicable Models: X4 Air, X5, and X6

In case of significant lighting variations, such as overexposure or excessive brightness, you can enable AdaptiveTone to automatically optimize brightness and color for improved image quality.

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Prerequisites

Before using AdaptiveTone, please update your camera firmware and the Insta360 app or Insta360 Studio to the latest versions and enable it in a shooting mode supporting the feature.

Camera / App / Software	Version
Insta360 app	v2.3.0 or later
Insta360 Studio	v5.6.4 or later
X5 Firmware	v1.1.22 or later
X4 Air Firmware	v1.0.10 or later

Please refer to: X Series: How to Check and Update Firmware Version

Please note: To update the app, search for "Insta360" in Apple App Store or your device's app store. If an "Update" button appears, tap it to update. Alternatively, you can visit the Insta360 Website to download the latest version of the Insta360 app.

Shooting Modes Supporting AdaptiveTone

Camera Model	Shooting Modes	Limitations
X6	360 Mode: AdaptiveTone is enabled by default for all video modes except Bullet Time. Flat Mode: AdaptiveTone is enabled by default only for flat videos directly output in InstaFrame 2.0. Other Flat modes do not support AdaptiveTone.	AdaptiveTone does not take effect when the I-Log is enabled or in use.
X5	360 Mode: Only Video and PureVideo support AdaptiveTone. *At 5.7K resolution, Active HDR must be enabled together with AdaptiveTone for optimal effect of AdaptiveTone.	AdaptiveTone is not supported when I-Log, Manual Exposure, Balanced Exposure, or Filters are applied.
X4 Air	360 Mode: Only the Video Mode supports AdaptiveTone.	AdaptiveTone is not supported when Manual Exposure, Balanced Exposure, or Filters are applied.

Please note: X4, X3, X2, and ONE X do not support AdaptiveTone.

How to enable AdaptiveTone

X6

AdaptiveTone is applied by default and cannot be turned off.

X5 and X4 Air

Swipe up from the bottom of the camera screen to access shooting specification settings. Tap "AdaptiveTone" in the top right to enable or disable it.

Please note: Enabling this feature will increase power consumption. Ensure proper ventilation during use to prevent overheating.

FAQ

1. What improvements does AdaptiveTone 2.0 on the X6 offer over the previous version?

Insta360's proprietary AdaptiveTone technology has been upgraded to version 2.0. This version more comprehensively captures and retains ambient light information and highlight details. During real‑time exposure and tone processing, it delivers clearer, brighter images with more pronounced contrast and smoother color transitions.

2. Why can't AdaptiveTone be used on certain shooting specifications or other camera models?

When designing this feature, Insta360 considered multiple factors such as image quality and power consumption. The currently supported shooting specifications and camera models are those that can fully realize the optimal effect of AdaptiveTone.

3. [For X5 and X4 Air only] Why can't I manually adjust ISO / Shutter Speed / Independent Exposure / Filters or I-Log after enabling "AdaptiveTone"?

When "AdaptiveTone" is enabled, the system automatically optimizes brightness and color for the scene. In this mode, manual settings like ISO, Shutter Speed, Filters, and Independent Exposure are temporarily disabled to ensure consistent overall image quality. You can adjust the image exposure by changing EV (Exposure Value) or disable "AdaptiveTone" to use the aforementioned features.

4. [For X5 and X4 Air only] Why do faces appear dark when AdaptiveTone is enabled in backlit scenes?

It is recommended to enable Portrait Mode and check the optimized skin tone effect after exporting via the Insta360 app or Insta360 Studio.

Please refer to: X Series: Portrait Mode