How good is the Insta360 One RS in low light?

Shooting When Light is Limited: Low Light Capabilities of the Insta360 One RS

Challenging lighting is a fact of life when capturing reality. So how does the Insta360 One RS 360 camera perform when lighting conditions are less than ideal? Here is a look at its low light capabilities.

Overall, the One RS can produce good quality footage in dim scenes but excels in bright, daylight environments.

In low light, the large sensors and processing helps video remain relatively clear and visible. Dynamic range is also solid, preventing overly dark shadows or blown out highlights.

However, some limitations to be aware of:

• More digital noise in low light scenes
• Potential for motion blur indoors or at night
• Reduced sharpness and fine detail

Tips for improving low light results:

• Use stabilization for steady shots
• Add some ambient lighting when possible
• Switch to lower frame rates to increase exposure time
• Use the 1-inch mod for photos in dimly lit rooms

While not on par with its daylight imagery, the One RS can competently capture darker indoor events, night skies, sunrises and sunsets. Just be selective with shots and stabilize when you can.

For most use cases, the Insta360 One RS delivers very capable low light performance. But optimize for bright conditions when feasible to get the most out of its sensors.

Conclusion

With processing that reduces noise and boosts dynamic range, the Insta360 One RS can shoot reasonably well in dim lighting. While optimal in bright scenes, the One RS still captures decent low light footage for versatile reality recording in any environment.