Just bought an Insta360 Luna Ultra, or still deciding between the Luna Ultra and the Luna Pro? The camera is only half the kit. The right accessories decide whether you get steady hands-free shots, clean audio and footage that still looks good in harsh sun.
Below is a practical shortlist of 12 accessories, based on creator Sean’s hands-on roundup on the Air Photography YouTube channel (embedded below), plus our notes on who actually needs each one and which Luna model it fits.
Quick answer: what should you buy first?
- Everyone: a sliding protective case and a wrist strap holder for the removable remote screen.
- Vloggers: a wireless mic (Mic Air or Mic Pro) and the clip-on vlog light.
- Bright outdoor video: the ND filter set for your exact model.
- Long shooting days: the battery handle.
- Cinematic B-roll: a compact motorized slider.
Compatibility at a glance
| Accessory | Luna Ultra | Luna Pro |
|---|---|---|
| ThrowPod | Yes | Yes |
| Remote screen wrist strap holder | Yes | Yes |
| Ultra Telephoto Lens | Yes | No |
| Mic Air / Mic Pro | Yes | Yes |
| Motorized slider (KONOVA DS3) | Yes (adapter) | Yes (adapter) |
| Neck Mount | Yes | Yes |
| ND Filter Set | Ultra version | Pro version |
| Battery Handle | Yes | Yes |
| Wide-Angle Lens | Ultra version | Pro version |
| POV Head Tracker | Yes | Yes |
| Vlog / Mini Fill Light | Ultra version | Pro version |
| Sliding Protective Case | Ultra version | Pro version |
1. Insta360 ThrowPod
A small pole with a standard quarter-inch screw on top that doubles as a tripod. Its party trick: tap the bottom on the ground and the legs pop open. It is the fastest way to get a Luna standing on its own for a quick timelapse or a hands-free clip, and it packs small enough for any backpack. Works with both Luna models.
2. Wrist strap holder for the removable remote screen
The Luna’s detachable remote screen is one of its best features, but holding it while your hands are busy is awkward, and in a pocket the joystick can get bumped. This holder lets you wear the screen on your wrist (or around your neck, or on a pole), so framing and settings are always one glance away. Fits both Luna Ultra and Luna Pro.
3. Ultra Telephoto Lens (Luna Ultra only)
A clip-on lens that adds 1.5x magnification. Combined with the 15x zoom that arrived in a firmware update, the video shows it reaching about 22.5x while staying reasonably sharp thanks to AI enhancement. Worth it if you shoot wildlife, sports from the stands or anything you cannot walk closer to. It does not fit the Luna Pro.
4. Wireless mics: Mic Air or Mic Pro
Both Luna cameras can pair up to two Insta360 wireless mics directly, with no receiver plugged in. The Mic Air is the smaller, simpler choice. The Mic Pro adds internal recording and a customizable display on the transmitter. Many bundles ship without a mic, so check what is in the box before you buy a second one.
5. A compact motorized slider for cinematic moves
Smooth slider shots are the quickest way to make pocket-camera footage look produced. In the video, Sean uses the KONOVA DS3, a 30 cm motorized slider that also works as a monopod and selfie stick. It was designed around the DJI Osmo Pocket, but with a mount adapter the Luna Ultra or Luna Pro rides on it just fine, and you still control slide speed and direction from the remote.
One limitation he points out: on Luna cameras the slider remote’s record button does not start or stop recording. You start recording from the Luna’s own detachable screen instead, which is right there anyway. The DS3 includes a mini tripod, so you can set up vertical, horizontal or push-in moves on a table or the ground.
Disclosure: the author of PocketCam Daily is affiliated with KONOVA, the maker of the DS3.
6. Neck Mount
The camera slides in and locks, giving you a chest-level point-of-view angle with both hands free. Pair it with the wrist strap holder and you can check framing without taking anything off. Compatible with both models.
7. ND Filter Set
ND filters cut light so you can keep a slower shutter speed in bright conditions, which gives video natural motion blur instead of a jittery look. They attach magnetically and swap in seconds. Each Luna model has its own set, so buy the one that matches your camera. If you mostly shoot indoors or for social clips, you can skip these.
8. Battery Handle
It feeds extra power into the camera so you charge less often on long days. It has USB-C for charging, a standard tripod thread on the bottom for mounts and fold-out mini legs for quick set-downs (handy, though not rock-solid). It fits both models and comes in some bundles, so check yours first.
9. Wide-Angle Lens
For vlogging at arm’s length or in tight rooms, the magnetic wide-angle lens widens the Luna Ultra’s view to about 108 degrees. Expect a little edge distortion, which is the usual trade-off. There is a separate version for the Luna Pro.
10. POV Head Tracker
Worn in the ear or attached to a helmet or sunglasses, it steers the gimbal as you turn your head. It is a niche tool, but great with the neck mount for first-person footage where the camera looks where you look. It works with both Luna models and the Insta360 X6.
11. Vlog light (Mini Fill Light)
A small magnetic light that clips to the back of the camera and can stay attached when you pack up. You can adjust brightness and color temperature, and it has its own rechargeable battery. Because the camera necks differ, the Ultra and Pro each need their own version.
12. Sliding Protective Case
Slide it up to protect the gimbal for pocket or bag storage. Slide it down and the camera senses it and powers on, which makes it the fastest way to start shooting. You need to remove the stock wind guard to fit it, because the case has its own. There are separate Ultra and Pro versions.
Bottom line
Start with protection (sliding case) and control (wrist strap holder), then add what matches how you shoot: mics for talking-head content, ND filters for bright outdoor video, the battery handle for long days and a compact slider when you want B-roll that looks cinematic. Always check the model-specific items (ND filters, wide-angle lens, light, case) before you order.
Video credit: Air Photography on YouTube. Product images: Insta360.
Disclosure: the author of PocketCam Daily is affiliated with KONOVA, the maker of the DS3 slider below.