When comparing ALLie Cam vs Insta360 Nano, the Slant community recommends Insta360 Nano for most people. In the question“What are the best 360-degree cameras?” Insta360 Nano is ranked 14th while ALLie Cam is ranked 23rd. The most important reason people chose Insta360 Nano is:
It's very small and lightweight at 70 grams.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Expendable storage
The storage for ALLie Cam can be expanded from the default 4.7GB.
Pro No blind spots
ALLIe Cam has two fisheye lenses which allow it to record 360x360 videos. Something that most 360-degree cameras can't do.
Pro Highly portable
It's very small and lightweight at 70 grams.
Cons
Con Unable to capture images
The ALLie Cam is only capable of capturing videos, and not still images.
Con Must be plugged in
Camera power is AC only at this time meaning its movement is restriced. Battery power is planned for the future. How this will be done seems to be through accessories, which may add bulk or dongles to the device.
Con Recording isn't a smooth process
To record a short video, you have to keep the shutter button pressed in (releasing it stops the recording).
If you want to record a longer video, you have to hold the button then swipe up on the app.
Con Only compatible with newer iPhones
The Insta360 Nano only works with newer iPhones (6/6 plus, 6s/6s plus, 7/7 plus).
However, you can use the camera without a phone, but you won't have a live preview.
Con Poor video quality
Video quality is really inconsistent and lacking in detail. The slightest change in lighting will cause that area to appear under or over exposed, making for a patchy image.
Con No way to use a single camera
You aren't able to take single still images with the camera, 360 degrees is your only option.
Con Easy to damage the camera
It's not the most well-constructed camera and has a fairly plastic-y feel to it. The lenses protrude with no protection, making them easy to damage.
You don't get a hardcase with this camera to protect it in transit, so you'll want to find your own way to protect it while on the move.