DJI Osmo Action 4 Review
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The DJI Osmo Action 4 delivers capable 4K action capture with specs that punch above its $399 price point. Its 1/1.3-inch sensor outputs 4K at 120 fps with 10-bit color depth and D-Log M, giving creators solid latitude for grading and slow-motion work. The dual touchscreens (front and rear) and robust stabilization suite (RockSteady 3.0+ and 360-degree HorizonSteady) make it a practical GoPro alternative, and the 18-meter waterproofing without a housing simplifies setup.
Reviewers consistently praise its reliability and straightforward operation. Long recording sessions run without overheating or stuttering, and the camera's ergonomics and feature set deliver on the essentials. The 160-minute battery life at 1080p and fast charging (80 percent in 18 minutes) keep downtime short. While it lacks optical zoom and the front screen is smaller than some competitors, the Action 4 has proven itself as a dependable workhorse for travel vloggers, water sports enthusiasts, and anyone needing a no-fuss action camera that keeps pace with a GoPro.
- 4K 120 fps with 10-bit color and D-Log M for flexible grading
- Reliable long-form recording with no overheating issues
- 18-meter waterproofing without housing and 360-degree horizon lock
- 160-minute battery life with fast charging (80% in 18 minutes)
- Dual touchscreens simplify framing and monitoring
- No optical zoom, digital only
- Smaller 1.4-inch front screen compared to some rivals
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Q: Is the DJI Osmo Action 4 camera worth buying? A: From our experience, we think it is. It performs well, has a number of smart inclusions and ...
It's performed flawlessly every time. And that's sometimes recording for half an hour or 45 minutes at a time. It's such a clean, simple, streamlined way to ...
Good video specs — 4K video up to 120 fps, 10-bit colour, and 240 fps slow-motion at 1080p make it versatile for cinematic clips, action shots, ...
The tests of the Action 4 revealed a few issues with an otherwise excellent camera, and the Action 5 Pro and Action 6 have significant upgrades, including new ...
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Specs
- Usb
- USB-C
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz, 5.1 GHz, 5.8 GHz), Bluetooth 5.0
- Card Slot
- microSD (up to 512 GB)
- Mic Input
- Via USB-C to 3.5mm adapter (sold separately)
- Battery
- LiPo 1S, 1770 mAh, 6.8 Wh, 3.85 V
- Waterproof
- 18 m without housing, 60 m with housing
- Battery Life
- 160 min at 1080p/24fps
- Weight Grams
- 145 g
- Dimensions Mm
- 70.5 x 44.2 x 32.8 mm
- Optical Zoom
- None (digital zoom only)
- Aperture Range
- f/2.8
- Focal Length Equiv
- 155 degrees FOV
- Min Focus Distance
- 0.4 m
- Bit Depth
- 10-bit
- Log Profiles
- D-Log M
- Max Frame Rate 4k
- 120 fps
- Max Frame Rate Hd
- 240 fps
- Max Video Bitrate
- 130 Mbps
- Max Video Resolution
- 4K (3840 x 2880 at 60fps, 4:3)
- Timelapse
- Yes
- Hyperlapse
- Yes
- File System
- exFAT
- Microphones
- 3 built-in omnidirectional
- Slow Motion
- Up to 8x at 1080p240
- Video Codecs
- H.264, HEVC
- Charging Temp
- 5 to 40 degrees C
- Charging Time
- 80% in 18 min, full in 49 min
- Photo Formats
- JPEG, RAW
- Pre Recording
- 5/10/15/30/60 seconds
- Timecode Sync
- Yes
- Voice Control
- Yes
- Live Streaming
- Yes (Wi-Fi)
- Operating Temp
- -20 to 45 degrees C
- Audio Recording
- 48 kHz 16-bit AAC
- Iso Range Photo
- 100-12800
- Iso Range Video
- 100-12800
- Photo Resolution
- 3648 x 2736
- Screen Brightness
- 750 cd/m2
- Shutter Speed Photo
- 1/8000 to 30 s
- Shutter Speed Video
- 1/8000 s to frame limit
- Sensor Size
- 1/1.3 inch
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Effective Megapixels
- 10 MP
- Rear Screen
- 2.25 inch, 326 ppi, 360 x 640, touchscreen
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Front Screen
- 1.4 inch, 323 ppi, 320 x 320, touchscreen
- Release Date
- 2023
- Launch Price Usd
- $399 (Standard), $469 (Adventure Combo)
- Horizon Lock
- 360 degrees (HorizonSteady)
- Stabilization
- RockSteady 3.0, RockSteady 3.0+, HorizonSteady, HorizonBalancing
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