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DJI Action 2 Review

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13
Score
74/100
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MSRP $399
Released
January 2021

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The DJI Action 2 takes a modular approach to action camera design, pairing a tiny 39mm cube camera unit with attachable touchscreen and power modules to fit different shooting scenarios. At 56 grams for the core unit and just over an inch on each side, it's one of the most compact action cameras on the market. The 1/1.7-inch sensor captures 4K at up to 120fps and HD at 240fps, with RockSteady 2.0 and HorizonSteady stabilization delivering impressively smooth footage even when handheld. The 155-degree field of view and f/2.8 lens are well suited to wide action shots, and reviewers consistently praise the color reproduction and stabilization performance.

Battery life varies significantly depending on configuration, from 70 minutes with the camera unit alone to 180 minutes when paired with the power module. The modular design offers flexibility but also adds complexity compared to traditional all-in-one action cams. With 128GB of built-in storage and the option to expand via microSD, the Action 2 eliminates one common point of failure. It's waterproof to 10 meters without a case and 60 meters with one, making it suitable for most water sports and diving.

Best for: Creators who prioritize ultra-portable form factor and strong stabilization for vlogging, travel, or action sports where mounting flexibility matters.
What's great
  • Exceptionally compact and lightweight modular design
  • Excellent stabilization with RockSteady 2.0 and HorizonSteady
  • Strong 4K 120fps and HD 240fps recording capabilities
  • Good color reproduction and wide field of view
  • Built-in 128GB storage eliminates need for memory card
Watch outs
  • Short battery life with camera unit alone (70 minutes)
  • Modular system adds complexity compared to integrated competitors

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Specs

Io
Usb
USB-C
Wireless
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth BLE 5.0
Card Slot
microSD (Max. 256GB, in Front Touchscreen Module or Power Module)
Mic Input
Yes (via 3.5mm adapter to USB-C port)
Body
Battery
LiPo 1S (Camera Unit), LiPo 2S (Front Touchscreen Module, Power Module)
Waterproof
10 m without Waterproof Case, 60 m with Waterproof Case
Battery Life
70 minutes (Camera Unit), 160 minutes (Camera Unit + Front Touchscreen Module), 180 minutes (Camera Unit + Power Module)
Weight Grams
56 g
Dimensions Mm
39×39×22.3 mm
Lens
Aperture Range
f/2.8
Focal Length Equiv
12.7 mm
Min Focus Distance
0.3 m
Video
Log Profiles
D-Cinelike
Max Frame Rate 4k
120fps
Max Frame Rate Hd
240fps
Max Video Bitrate
130 Mbps
Max Video Resolution
4096×3072
Extras
Fov
155°
Photo Format
JPEG / RAW
Video Formats
MP4 (H.264 / HEVC)
Number Of Microphones
1 (Camera Unit), 3 (Front Touchscreen Module)
Built In Storage Capacity
128GB
Sensor
Sensor Size
1/1.7”
Sensor Type
CMOS
Effective Megapixels
12 MP
Display
Rear Screen
1.76 inches 350 ppi 500+/-50 cd/m² 446×424
Touchscreen
1.76 inches 350 ppi
Front Screen
1.76 inches 350 ppi 500+/-50 cd/m² 446×424 (Front Touchscreen Module)
Stabilization
Horizon Lock
HorizonSteady
Stabilization
EIS: RockSteady 2.0+HorizonSteady