#compact action camera

Insta360 has confirmed a new product launch happening on August 21, teasing it with the tagline “Be There | Be Square.” While not officially named, all signs point to a new square-shaped action camera, possibly a major redesign following the Go 3 and Go 3S. Canon may be preparing to enter the pocket gimbal camera segment, based on a newly published patent that outlines a compact, stabilized handheld device aimed at content creators. The patent describes a compact camera with an integrated three-axis gimbal, a fixed lens, and a built-in screen housed within a handheld grip. DJI recently updated its Osmo Pocket lineup, while other brands are also exploring compact, creator-focused camera systems. Canon’s potential entry could bring its imaging expertise and color science into a space currently led by action camera and drone-focused companies. The compact gimbal camera combines a 1-inch main sensor with a dedicated 60mm telephoto camera, offering up to 3x optical zoom, 6x lossless zoom, and 12x digital zoom. Read more in our articles including "Insta360 teases new square action cam launch set for August 21" and "Canon files patent for compact handheld gimbal camera".