Osmo Pocket 4
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Osmo Pocket 4

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441 Pros

77%
27 reviews (4h 38m)

135 Cons

84%

248 vs 47

Features/Functionality

83%

50 vs 10

Ease of Use

71%

41 vs 17

Build Quality

69%

25 vs 11

Stabilization Performance

87%

20 vs 3

Battery Life

Reviewer verdict

Pros Cons Index analysed 27 YouTube video reviews of the DJI Osmo Pocket 4: it earns an Index score of 4.1/5, ranking #1 among Gimbals. Reviewers most often praise its features/functionality, ease of use, build quality, while the most common criticisms concern features/functionality, build quality.

Pros: Pocket 4 packs a 1-inch sensor, 10-bit D-Log, 4K240 slow motion, strong stabilization, generous internal storage, and useful pro features in a pocketable body.

The Osmo Pocket 4 significantly upgrades the Pocket formula with a 1-inch sensor, true 10-bit D-Log and roughly 14 stops of dynamic range, producing much better color, highlight/shadow retention and low-light performance. It keeps the compact, pocketable gimbal form while adding practical pro features: 107 GB internal storage, USB-C with USB 3.1 speeds, 4K up to 240 fps slow motion, improved ActiveTrack, a brighter 1,000-nit screen, physical zoom and customizable buttons, a smoother joystick, and a magnetic fill light and accessories ecosystem. Overall it's a highly capable, fast workflow tool for solo creators and travel vlogging.

Cons: Many improvements are incremental and come with tradeoffs: limited zoom quality, vertical/slow-motion/log restrictions, and accessory or workflow quirks.

Reviewers repeatedly noted this is more an evolutionary update than a revolution — if you own a Pocket 3 the gains may not justify upgrading. Zoom beyond 2x is digital and visibly degraded, vertical capture is a cropped 3K center crop (no open-gate full vertical), and key slow-motion/log combinations are limited (e.g., 4K240 can't use D-Log or zoom). Other practical downsides include a slightly taller body that affects some cases, higher D-Log base ISO (400) necessitating NDs, occasional UI/remote limitations, and the need to buy several accessories for extended battery, protection, or better versatility.

Analysis based on 27 YouTube reviews (4h 38m of video) with 441 pros and 135 cons extracted.

Pros (441)

Features/Functionality (248)
  • Photos are now 37 MP — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Up to 14 stops of dynamic range — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • USB-C with USB 3.1 speeds for very fast offload (can offload 107 GB in under 5 minutes) — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Standard profile looks stunning straight out of camera — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • New sensor delivering better color, dynamic range, low-light performance, and improved digital zoom — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • New base ISO of 400 and support for ND filters (magnetic) for proper exposure and cinematic shutter — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • New tint slider for finer in-camera white balance control — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • 240 fps slow motion in 4K (upgraded slow-motion capability) — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Detachable light addition helps solve low-light vlogging — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Quality-of-life upgrades aimed at more professional users; great for post-production workflow — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Ability to record in D-Log 10-bit during slow motion enables consistent color grading and better matching with mirrorless cameras — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Pocket 4 gains features previously exclusive to Pocket 4P, including frame tracking (active track) and zoom while tracking — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Smart gimbal mode remembers the last selected mode after restart — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Fill light and customizable controls received smaller improvements — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • V2 LUT shows slightly cooler tones and improved skin tone consistency between 1x and 3x lenses (subtle improvement) — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • New slow motion features: can shoot very high-quality 4K slow motion that remains sharp and crisp — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • D-Log profile with 10-bit video, making footage easy to color grade — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • New 1-inch CMOS sensor with ~14 stops dynamic range, improved high-contrast and low-light performance — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Image quality approaching mirrorless rather than pocket/action-cam quality — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Motion time-lapse capabilities (built-in motion for timelapses) — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent audio: external microphone sync is simple and convenient — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in microphone performs exceptionally well (clear voice-honing and usable ambient audio) — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Up to 2x zoom while recording in 4K, making framing more versatile — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Overall feature-packed device with many improvements over Pocket 3 (slow motion, log profile, low-light, zoom, accessories) — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Pogo pins on gimbal to support new fill light accessory. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Fill light accessory available with multiple brightness levels and color temperature adjustment — useful for vlogging in low light. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Access to Dlog (not Dlog M) for greater latitude when color grading — useful for more professional workflows. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Film tones available to bake in more character without color grading. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Supports 4K 240fps slow-motion (up to 8x slow-mo) — double the Pocket 3's frame rate. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Internal storage (~107 GB) built in — prevents forgetting SD card and is highly appreciated. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Overall improvements make it a better option for new buyers who don't already own a Pocket 3. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Can capture 4K up to 240 fps (also 4K 120 and 4K 240) for high-quality slow motion — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • 10-bit D-Log capture for greater color grading flexibility (vs Pocket 3's D-Log M) — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Color recovery preview on camera for more accurate monitoring while filming — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Significant photo upgrade: up to 37 MP (vs 9.4 MP on Pocket 3) — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • 2x lossless zoom for photos/video without quality loss — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Film tones available to change mood/tone easily — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • On-camera beauty modes (smoothness, brightness, skin tone) processed on-device — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Optional fill light accessory that powers from camera battery, adjustable brightness and color temperature, and auto-rotates with front-facing filming — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • ActiveTrack 7.0 with improved subject tracking (vehicles, animals) and subject recognition for prioritizing faces — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • New audio features: spatial audio and audio zoom; Creator Combo includes Mic 3 and support for two wireless mics — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • 107 GB built-in storage (plus memory card support with covered slot) — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • 20mm f/2.0 wide-angle lens good for vlogs, travel, street, and close-up shots — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • f/2.0 aperture lets in more light, reducing need to raise ISO — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Shoots 4K suitable for both casual YouTube and serious editing — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Multiple color/profile options including ready-to-use standard and flexible modes for color grading — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • ActiveTrack that recognizes subjects and keeps them framed, works up to 4x zoom — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Full-pixel PDAF autofocus for faster subject tracking and sharper subjects — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Slow-motion capability up to 4K at 240 fps (upgrade from Pocket 3) — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • 2-inch OLED display and support for horizontal and vertical shooting (good for YouTube Shorts) — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Supports DJI Mic wireless system and direct external mic input for clean audio — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in stereo recording to capture ambiance alongside wireless mic — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Creative modes: time-lapse, hyperlapse, and gimbal-assisted automated movement for smooth cinematic shots — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Improved photo mode (up to 37 MP super photo and live photo mode) — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • New zoom toggle for quick 2x and 4x zoom with stable gimbal performance — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Face registration and registered subject priority mode for improved tracking in busy scenes — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Good auto white balance and pleasing skin tones in varied lighting — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Auto ISO and ISO range controls to maintain exposure while moving between lighting conditions — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Low light mode for darker environments — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Supports both standard picture profile (ready-to-post) and DLOG for color grading — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Includes DJI Mic 3 in combo (good distance performance and noise reduction options); internal spatial audio feature — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Higher max frame rates (up to 4K 240 fps) compared with Pocket 3 (4K 120 fps) — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Improved active track (works with 2x zoom) and 4x digital zoom for extra reach — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Updated DLOG and six new built-in film tones; built-in beauty/beautify filters — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Ability to create slow shutter videos down to 1/4 second — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent image quality, comparable to a full-frame Sony A7CR (enough to replace it as a YouTube camera). — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Advanced subject tracking (ActiveTrack 7.0) and flexible tracking options like dynamic framing for talking-head shots. — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • High frame rates: up to 240 fps in 4K (industry-leading for a compact camera). — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Two-times lossless zoom available with ActiveTrack and D-Log M color profile (no image quality loss when zooming). — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Low-light feature produces clean footage even without the fill light. — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Still photography: 37-megapixel output with RAW/JPEG options and good resolution results. — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Osmo Audio cross-device support (e.g., DJI Mic 3 via Bluetooth) for top-quality audio into camera. — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Optical 2x zoom (and 4x) built in, easy to toggle with shortcut — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Manual controls available for dialing in look — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • 10-bit color and D-Log 10-bit mode for flexible color grading — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Can function as a phone replacement for many shots; better than phone in some ways — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Active tracking with gimbal works well and relaxes the user’s hand — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Can use 2x/4x zoom while active tracking — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Slow-motion mode up to 4K 240fps useful for reviewing fast motion (e.g., sports) — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Pairs wirelessly with DJI Mic; records audio to both camera and mic (32-bit float) for reliable audio — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in microphone is impressive; good onboard audio — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent low-light mode (useful at concerts) — big improvement versus normal mode — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Can take high-resolution photos (37MP) — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Refreshing and impressive overall; feels like the future of an all-in-one capture device — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Good for any type of content creators; recommended for content creators and family moments — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Creator Combo packaging includes useful accessories (pouch, bags, stickers, guides) — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Includes new ultra wide lens for additional field of view (innovative) — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Comes with mic (Mic Mini 2), charging dock, clips and windscreens for flexible mounting — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Adjustable light color/brightness (warm/cool/mix) useful for different subjects — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Supports micro SD plus internal storage — advantage when running out of SD card space — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Strong video specs: 1" sensor, 20mm equivalent, f/2.0, 10-bit D-Log, up to 4K60, 240fps slow motion, 37MP stills — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Works well as a webcam / for live streaming — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Improved low-light performance compared to Pocket 3; good sunset shots — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Noise cancellation / cleaner built-in audio — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • General recommendation: smoother, more user-friendly shooting experience — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • New 1-inch CMOS sensor with 14 stops of dynamic range for cleaner shots, more detail, better low-light performance and retained highlight/shadow detail. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Can shoot in D-Log and 10-bit color depth for flexible color grading and more professional workflows. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Low-light mode capable of 4K at 30fps with impressive results for a pocket camera. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • 1-inch sensor with vivid colors, high detail and excellent image quality — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Two-times lossless zoom with dedicated button; can double-press for 4x (digital) and usable during ActiveTrack, D-Log and photo mode. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • 4K up to 240 fps (ultra slow-motion) — doubled from previous model (120fps). — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Photo capabilities up to 37 megapixels (1:1) and 33MP in 16:9; can shoot RAW and JPEG with manual controls (shutter/ISO). — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Six built-in film tones (LUT-like presets) available for stylized clips. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Manual video shutter down to 1/4 second for creative slow-shutter effects (improved from 1/30). — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in internal storage (~107 GB) so you don't need an SD card if forgotten. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • ActiveTrack 7.0 — very accurate tracking for people, vehicles, pets and moving objects. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Creator Combo includes many accessories (gimbal lock, wrist strap, extension handle, mini tripod, fill light, wide-angle lens, DJI Mic 3, carrying bag/pouch). — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Very easy and fast to use for vertical reels (3K vertical) with great output, no exposure fluctuation, good colors and dynamic range — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Daylight image quality: good detail, strong dynamic range and natural colors requiring little editing — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in storage (~117 GB) useful for travel and avoiding card issues — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Large 1-inch CMOS sensor with ~14 stops dynamic range improves highlights/shadows and low-light performance — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • High frame-rate options (4K 240 fps) for occasional slow-motion creative shots — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • DJI LUT support and downloadable LUTs improve colors and dynamic range for pro workflows — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Film tones and in-camera looks let you get desired color profiles without heavy editing — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Can shoot high-resolution photos (37 MP) leveraging the 1-inch sensor for cropping — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Can be used as a webcam (up to 4K via OBS) with blur tracking and no lag—rare at this price point — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Wireless data transfer to the Mimo app and in-app editing/export (4K, 10-bit) plus wired transfer up to ~800 MB/s — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Useful gimbal and tracking features (ActiveTrack, gesture controls) making it excellent for solo creators — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Good audio options: usable internal mic and high-quality wireless Mic 3 in the combo with internal recording and easy wireless connection — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • High dynamic range (14 stops) and good performance in challenging lighting / D-Log support — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Compared to phones, offers mechanical gimbal stabilization, dedicated camera controls (joystick, tracking), better cinematic blur/operation, 4+ stops dynamic range and 1-inch sensor advantages — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • New 1-inch type CMOS sensor — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Maximum dynamic range up to 14 stops — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • 20 mm wide-angle prime (F2 aperture) — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • 2x lossless digital zoom available (and up to 4x via button?) while recording, even in log — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Supports 10-bit D-Log for professional grading and higher latitude than D-Log M — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Six adjustable film tone presets for ready-to-use looks without grading — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Improved low-light mode up to 4K 30 FPS — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Slow-motion mode supports up to 4K 240 FPS in standard color — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable beauty filters for portrait/vlogging (e.g., skin smoothing) — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Expanded internal storage to 107 GB with transfer speeds up to 800 MB/s (or use microSD) — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Minimum focus distance 20 cm and zoom while recording in most modes (40 mm lossless and up to 80 mm digital equivalent) — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Enhanced preservation of highlights and shadows (less clipping) thanks to sensor and 10-bit D-Log — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Dedicated DJI LUT and Pro settings for color correction/matching with other cameras — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • ActiveTrack 7.0 with automated gimbal following, face auto-detect and dynamic framing; works at 20 mm or 40 mm — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Solid hardware and software updates making it a reliable everyday carry camera for vlogging, travel, and automated shooting, while still capable for advanced productions (focus breathing compensation, 10-bit D-Log, four-channel audio) — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Includes a lav mic with crisp audio that records directly into the camera — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • ActiveTrack feature locks onto subject reliably for easy vlogging — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Inbuilt film tones/filters (six options) that produce cinematic looks — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Capable stills with a 37‑megapixel sensor delivering impressive photo quality — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Can shoot vertical resolution easily for social platforms — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • 2x zoom while recording in 4K lets you capture distant subjects — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • High-frame-rate slow motion (240 FPS at 4K) for buttery smooth slow motion — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Strong portrait performance with inbuilt beauty filters and skin-tone adjustments — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Gesture controls (palm for ActiveTrack, peace sign to start/stop) enable touch-free operation — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Upgraded ActiveTrack 7.0 provides very accurate movement tracking so you don't need a cameraman — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Improved low-light performance and optional magnetic fill light for nighttime shooting — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Adjustable magnetic fill light that attaches to the back and brightens faces in low light — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Up to two stops better dynamic range than Osmo Pocket 3 — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • New D-Log (better for color grading) — gives more meaningful extra shadow detail for D-Log users — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Six built-in film simulations (nicer color presets straight out of camera), including Fuji-inspired options — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • 4K up to 240 fps for ultra-smooth slow motion and in-camera slow shutter effect — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • 2x lossless zoom useful for shot variety and close-ups — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Included magnetic fill light to help in low-light situations — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Supports gesture control (start/stop tracking and recording) — helpful for solo creators — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Very fast wired offload speeds up to ~800 MB/s — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Overall huge leap forward in image quality (especially low light and grading) compared to Pocket 3 — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Optional attachable light improves low-light vlogging — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • DLOG (removed 'M') enabling ~14 stops of dynamic range and closer to pro-level color grading — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • 10-bit color supporting higher-quality color grading — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Overall image quality punches above its size and weight — clear step up from Pocket 3 — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Clearly captures fine detail (hair, pores) when close — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Adaptive brightness / scene brightness adjustment works (shows brightness shifting handling) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Can get quite close to subject and focus (short minimum focus distance) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Generally very good photos from the Pocket 4P — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • 3x (tele) useful for close-up/detail shots and zooming capability up to 12x — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in microphone usable for everyday recording (simple audio test) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Great everyday camera; mature gimbal-camera platform (fifth generation) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Combo includes mini mic and frame/top accessory for easier solo filming — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • 10-bit video (captures 1 billion colors) and support for D-Log (true flat color profile) for flexible color grading — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Normal 10-bit profiles plus six film tones for ready-made looks — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • 4K 240 FPS slow-motion capability (good quality, auto-tracking works in 240 FPS) — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Optional fill light accessory that clips onto the back, powered by the camera, adjustable temperature and strength — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Wide 20mm field of view with optional snap-on wide-angle filter to get a 15mm look — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • USB 3.1 support for much faster file transfers — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Creator Combo includes DJI Mic 3 (excellent wireless audio) and useful accessories (fill light, base mount, wide-angle filter, tripod/suction mounts) — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • New 1-inch sensor that provides full DLOG (not DLOG M) and 14 stops of dynamic range — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Full DLOG keeps highlight detail better than DLOG M — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Standard picture profile video now 10-bit (vs 8-bit on Pocket 3) for smoother gradients and reduced banding — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Low light mode keeps noise back reasonably well — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • 4K slow-motion up to 240 fps (improved from 120 fps) — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Creator combo accessory bundle useful for vloggers (wide converter, light, tripod, wireless mic) — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Gesture recording, improved subject tracking with pre-registered face prioritization, beauty filters and film tones for in-camera looks — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • 4K 240 fps support for ultra slow-motion 4K footage — James Afante · ▶ Watch
  • 14 stops of dynamic range (improvement over previous 13 stops) — James Afante · ▶ Watch
  • 2x lossless zoom — James Afante · ▶ Watch
  • Includes Mic 3 transmitter (upgrade over Mic 2) — James Afante · ▶ Watch
  • 1-inch type-C CMOS sensor delivers brighter footage and better detail than conventional compact cameras — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Strong low-light and night performance with cleaner-looking footage for a compact device — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Records 4K video, supports 10-bit D-Log recording and claimed 14-stop dynamic range for post-production flexibility — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Good sound quality with four-channel audio recording and effective noise suppression for multi-person recordings — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • 2-inch OLED touchscreen, three-axis mechanical gimbal, physical controls and 1-inch sensor in a small body — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent videography for everyday use: 1-inch sensor, 20mm f/2.0 equiv., up to 4K60 and gimbal stabilization produces controlled footage — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Preferable straight-out-of-camera results for editing (less need to correct shaky/exposed footage) — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Supports 10-bit D-Log and rated up to ~14 stops dynamic range (for advanced users/post) — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Very capable 4K240fps slow-motion mode delivering smooth cinematic slow motion (best in good light) — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Impressive steady low-light video with bright night scenes and punchy colors (performs well in dark scenes with light sources) — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • High-quality stills possible: single-shot up to ~37MP (7680x4320), JPEG and DNG support — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent daylight photos, good color reproduction and dynamic range comparable to flagship phones — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Capable of macro shots with sharp detail and pleasing background blur — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Flip-screen selfie capability that handles backlight well — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Effective tracking/ActiveTrack system (including subject lock, registered subjects and gesture control) useful for solo creators — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Three built-in microphones and support for DJI Osmo Audio/transmitters; built-in mic is good and mic included in creator combo improves audio — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • 107 GB built-in storage lets you start shooting without an immediate SD card purchase — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Makes high-quality video and photo conveniently accessible: small, fast to operate, stabilized, intelligent tracking and capable for YouTube content — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Revamped sensor for better low-light performance — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • 14 stops of dynamic range thanks to full D-Log (easier grading, matches higher-end cameras) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Footage grades easily and blends well with more expensive Sony cameras — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • 4K 240 FPS capability (although with quality drop and not in log) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • 107 GB internal storage (reduces need for SD cards) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Improved ActiveTrack and gesture controls that work well at reasonable distance — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Two-times lossless zoom option (useful despite some quality loss) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Light attachment available for vlogging at night — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Magnetic fill light that connects to the back, powers on immediately, is adjustable (angle/extension), and offers multiple color temperatures and intensities — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Improved dynamic range (14 stops) and better low-light performance, including a dedicated low-light mode — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Supports 2x lossless zoom in 4K and can zoom while recording — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • ActiveTrack 7 and improved subject lock tracking / intelligent autofocus — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Significant slow-motion upgrade: 4K up to 240 fps with gimbal stabilization for smooth slow motion — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Super Photo mode: live photos and 33MP stills (super photo) with editable frames — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Slow shutter video mode for creative motion blur control — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Four-channel audio output and spatial audio support for connecting multiple microphones — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Large built-in internal storage (107 GB) reducing reliance on microSD cards — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Incremental quality-of-life improvements over Pocket 3 (better portraits, tones, modes); strong standalone product and good price point for new buyers — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Comes in Creator Combo with useful accessories (portable pouch, handle, mic set, tripod mount/mini tripod, fill light, extra lens, cables, hand strap). — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Auto rotate / easily switch between horizontal and vertical modes (useful for TikToks, reels, shorts). — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • 4K and 1080p options with selectable frame rates (including 60fps and 24fps for cinematic look). — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • 240 fps slow motion at 1080p for very smooth slow-motion footage. — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Multiple shooting modes: panorama, photo, video, low light, slow motion, time-lapse, spotlight follow, dynamic framing, spin shot. — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Magnetic fill light that attaches easily, with adjustable brightness and color for better illumination. — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Gesture control (palm to start follow, V sign to take picture/start/stop recording). — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Adjustable gimbal rotation speed and multiple gimbal modes (follow, tilt locked, FPV, FPVT) for different shooting styles. — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Good for vlogging, B-roll, and travel (demonstrated use in Paris). — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • 2x lossless zoom — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • 10-bit true D-Log (full D-log) for improved color grading — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in 107 GB of internal storage (plus microSD expansion) — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • USB-C fast transfer (800 MB/s) for quick offload — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Four-channel audio output for multi-mic recording — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Versatile modes and gimbal motion features (spotlight follow, dynamic framing, spin shot, etc.) — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Refinements and under-the-hood improvements over prior generations — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Great for BTS and travel; used as main YouTube BTS and travel camera — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • 37 MP 1in sensor (high resolution) good for vertical and horizontal shooting — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • 20mm f/2.0 lens with fast aperture good for low light — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • Uses full 37MP sensor and downsamples to 4K from an 8K source for detailed 4K video — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • High-resolution sensor allows effective cropping/zooming (gives virtual extra lenses) without huge quality loss when zooming in post — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • Multiple built-in cinematic looks and D-Log log profile for color grading; low contrast image gives grading flexibility — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • Very effective subject tracking (~98.5% accurate) for people and objects, useful for BTS and keeping subjects centered — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • Magnetic fill light accessory improves low-light portrait look, adjustable strength and color — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • 20mm lens is practically ideal for vlogging/travel (wide field of view) — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
Ease of Use (50)
  • Upgraded nipple joystick that's easier to maneuver and easier on the thumb — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Two buttons on the back (zoom and customizable function) for added control — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Two customizable buttons underneath the screen (one toggles 2x lossless zoom; other customizable via single/double/triple tap). — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • New built-in buttons under the screen for improved controls — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Dedicated physical zoom button on body for instant 2x and 4x zoom — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable button to assign actions (including toggling the fill light) — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Dedicated physical zoom button (1x/2x/4x) for quick framing — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Gesture control for start/stop recording when mounted on a tripod — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Upgraded joystick with smoother, more precise control and adjustable speed/smoothness — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Custom buttons for quick access to frequent functions, improving operation speed — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Quick, simple workflow: ready-to-shoot with gimbal, autofocus, ActiveTrack, and wireless mic connecting directly — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Joystick feels easier to move; supports slow panning and speed control, and quick flips/centering — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable custom button and touchscreen gestures for fast access to settings — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Hand-gesture controls for easy start/stop and tracking — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Gesture controls for hands-free operation (start/stop and tracking gestures). — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Rotating gimbal and front-facing touchscreen make selfies easy. — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Great for vertical content — very easy to set up for short/vertical videos — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Added physical shortcut buttons under the screen (zoom shortcut and customizable button) — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent as a behind-the-scenes / selfie camera because main camera flips to face user — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Hand gesture controls for start/stop and tracking — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Controls and UI similar to Pocket 3 — easy to operate and navigate — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Very easy to flip between portrait and landscape; supports 3K60 portrait and 4K60 landscape — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Pro mode available and easy to use for more control — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Improved larger joystick for more precise, user-friendly control. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • New physical buttons including dedicated zoom and a customizable button with single/double/triple tap presets. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Flexible vertical/horizontal workflow with screen flip and aspect ratio change; saves time for creators switching formats — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Rotatable touchscreen and ergonomic controls (plus button for zoom, customizable C-button, 5D analog joystick) — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Easy to operate (flip screen, tap gestures) and quick face tracking setup — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Tripod attachment allows placing camera on surfaces for hands-free shooting — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Two additional buttons: one for 2x lossless zoom and one custom shortcut — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Added extra buttons (zoom and customizable) for user preferences — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • On‑the‑fly exposure compensation by swiping while recording — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Two new buttons under the screen add functionality without increasing size — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Dedicated zoom button with single/double tap zoom (2x/4x) and wider availability of 2x lossless zoom in more modes — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable button with single, double and triple tap actions to avoid using touchscreen — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Improved 5D button feels grippier and easier to use — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Pocket Free (convenience/take-it-everywhere use) improved with ease-of-use and more pro-lite features, increasing creative potential — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Very portable and easy to use (continues Pocket series strength) — James Afante · ▶ Watch
  • Physical controls feel more sturdy and improved joystick compared to previous generation — James Afante · ▶ Watch
  • Clean, intuitive, and extremely smooth touchscreen interface with responsive swiping and quick access buttons — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Display can be used to preview footage, making operation easier — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Instant-on, grab-and-record convenience makes it great for travel, walking videos, family moments, B-roll and YouTube — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • New physical controls: dedicated zoom button and customizable button for quick access to functions — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Simple workflow: good results in auto without always needing log or large setups — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Extra/custom button allowing photo capture while in video mode (good for hybrid shooting) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Addition of two new buttons: a zoom button (2x lossless) and a customizable button for quick access — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Improved joystick that protrudes more and feels more natural to use compared to Pocket 3 — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Flexible joystick control (gimbal movement or zoom) and customizable buttons (single/double/triple press assignments). — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Memory/storage info visible (internal and SD) and easy on/off via folding screen. — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Intuitive interface for accessing resolutions, FPS, and settings — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
Build Quality (41)
  • Back ridges intended to improve grip. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • More space between camera lens and gimbal allowing a gimbal clamp and leaving filters on when off — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Form factor similar to Pocket 3; retains many loved aspects — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Extra custom buttons and accessory pins for add-ons (e.g., LED light) — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Physical design: slightly taller due to bigger battery but accessories from Pocket 3 still compatible. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Same 1" sensor as Pocket 3 but better dynamic range. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Retains same compact form factor and three-axis gimbal with rotatable screen (auto power-on) — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Enhanced 1-inch sensor improving video quality and low-light performance — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Cleaner night shots and better low-light functionality with gimbal + sensor — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Sensor supports 14 stops of dynamic range (plus ~2 stops extra in low light) — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Comes with gimbal guard included to protect gimbal when carried without a case — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • 1-inch sensor provides better low-light and high dynamic range performance — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Large built-in 107 GB internal storage (plus microSD support) — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Unobtrusive small camera with a stable gimbal for filming — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • New high-resolution 1-inch type sensor with 14 stops of dynamic range (better highlights/shadows and balanced exposure) — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Internal storage (107 GB) — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • New magnetic accessory mount — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Same 20 mm lens (great focal length for vlogging) and similar weight to Pocket 3 — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Magnetic fill light included in creator combo with adjustable strength and color temperature — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • One-inch CMOS sensor with ~14 stops dynamic range, significantly improving low-light/night video capture. — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Magnetic ND filters (snap-on) recommended for controlling shutter/motion blur and enabling professional exposure. — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in magnetic snap-on fill light with adjustable brightness and color temperature, useful for nighttime vlogging and reducing high ISO. — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Discreet for vlogging in public while delivering higher-quality results than larger, costlier cameras. — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Overall approachable, playful design — good for everyday life, families, and travel — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Gimbal design feels good; stable and nifty tool for one-person operation — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • New 1-inch sensor delivers better-looking videos in tricky lighting despite small size — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in internal storage up to 107 GB (great quality-of-life improvement) — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Larger 1-inch sensor improving low-light performance — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Stronger/stiffer gimbal motors for better stability and tracking (good for mounting on cars) — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Main camera is 50 megapixels (high resolution) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Telephoto lens provides beautiful background separation and sharp detail — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Has internal storage — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • New 1-inch sensor with 14 stops of dynamic range (better highlight and shadow detail) — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • MicroSD slot supports up to 1 TB cards (U3 recommended) — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Overall body design remains familiar with small ergonomic improvements (wider grip grooves) — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Micro SD slot flattener might be safer — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Sturdy overall build — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Ergonomics improved over Pocket 3; genuinely better photo and video performance — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Hold-and-lock mechanism prevents gimbal from wiggling in pocket or bag — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Brighter 1,000-nit display — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Solid build quality and repairability (survived drop; screen broke but camera worked; repair ~$150 CAD in 3 days) — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
Stabilization Performance (25)
  • Updated gimbal motors (potentially smoother/sturdier stabilization) — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Updated ActiveTrack performs better at tracking subjects (better re-acquisition after leaving frame) — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Improved ActiveTrack (easy to use, reliable tracking) — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Improved tracking compared to Pocket 3 (claimed better tracking). — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in 3-axis mechanical stabilizer (gimbal) for smooth footage — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Mechanical stabilization avoids heavy digital cropping and enables complex one-handed movements — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Mechanical three-axis gimbal provides much smoother stabilization than internal electronic stabilization (no digital crop/quality loss). — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Stable gimbal performance outdoors; produces nice shots in sunlight (beach/garden) — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent stabilization due to the 3-axis gimbal, producing natural-looking walking shots and stable B-roll — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent stabilization (built-in gimbal) for smooth, shake-free footage — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Great for cinematic B-roll and creative tracking shots, rivaling larger cinema cameras — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Much brighter low-light performance with more visible detail in shadows and preserved highlights — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Highlights preserved very well (example: electronic billboard clear instead of blown out) — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Gimbal stabilization comparable to Osmo Pocket 3 (smooth footage) with improved active tracking — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Improved tracking features — stickier and more usable (gesture controls, start/stop tracking) — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Indoor / low-light video still usable with manageable noise — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Outstanding video quality for a pocket-sized camera; footage looks exceptional when recording — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Improved low-light video (about two stops better) and dedicated low-light mode up to 4K30 — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Gimbal stabilization provides very smooth footage — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Improved tracking (ActiveTrack 7.0) with reliable subject/object locking — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Fully mechanical three-axis gimbal provides superior stabilization compared to a smartphone — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Gimbal delivers physically stabilized movement that looks better than relying on electronic stabilization — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Gimbal-stabilized snapshots reduce hand jitter; generally competent night photos — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • 1-inch sensor, fully stabilized on a gimbal (great stabilization) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Three-axis gimbal for very smooth movement and cinematic possibilities — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
Battery Life (20)
  • Can record while plugged into external battery for effectively unlimited runtime; Pocket 3 extended battery accessories work — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Generous internal storage (~100 GB) that can save you if you forget an SD card — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Increased battery capacity compared to Pocket 3 (longer battery life). — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Estimated battery life: ~135 min at 4K60 and ~240 min at 1080 — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Improved battery life (claimed up to 240 minutes) and fast charging (80% in ~18 minutes); optional battery handle for longer shoots — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Better battery life and upgraded USB 3 with improved transfer speeds — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Good battery: 1545 mAh, ~240 minutes runtime, charges to 80% in 18 minutes — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Slightly larger battery (1,544 mAh vs 1,300 mAh) — improved battery capacity. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Fast charging claim (0–80% in ~18 minutes) and sufficient shoot time (~1.5–2 hours at 4K); battery grip and power bank support extend runtime — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • No significant heating issues over varied shooting sessions; didn’t shut down due to heat — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Battery capacity 1545 mAh with fast USB-C charging (0–80% in ~18 minutes) — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Longer battery life than Pocket 3 (1,545 mAh battery, DJI claims ~240 minutes); good real-world endurance and fast charging (to 80% in ~18 minutes) — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • 107 GB internal storage if you forget a memory card — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Beefed up battery and 107 GB internal storage — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in 107 GB storage (convenient, reduces need for microSD cards) — James Afante · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in 107GB storage with support for external memory and high transfer speeds (up to 800 MB/s) — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Good battery practicality in real use; can reach long total usage with intermittent recording and supports fast charging (80% ~18 min, 100% ~32 min) — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Improved battery life — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Battery capacity increased (1,545 mAh vs 1,300 mAh on Pocket 3) — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Improved battery life compared to previous generations — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
Other (19)
  • Good battery life — around 3 hours of mixed recording — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Much brighter screen (1,000 nits vs Pocket 3's 700) — easier to see in sunlight — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • 107 GB internal storage — removes need for microSD and prevents recording interruptions — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Slightly taller (may affect some silicone cases) — noted as a physical change — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • D-Log (true log profile) added — 14 stops of dynamic range and much better latitude for color grading — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Very good battery life (~just under 4 hours with mixed use) and fast charging (0–80% in 18 minutes) — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Improved joystick/gimbal control now supports smooth diagonal (45°) movement for quicker composition changes — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Gesture controls (peace sign to start recording, palm to start tracking) — convenient and reduces wobble when using a tripod. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Faster transfer speeds (Wi‑Fi 6 and USB 3.1) — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Longer record times and slightly larger battery (1545 mAh) with quick charge (≈80% in ~18 min, full ~32 min) — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • New front custom (C) button and 2x lossless zoom button for quick actions (gimbal rotate, 40mm lossless zoom) — usable in D-Log — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Same 20 mm-equivalent focal length and f/2 aperture—wide enough for vlogging — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • ActiveTrack works well — smooth and reliable face/subject tracking that keeps you in frame for solo creators — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Integrated all-in-one device — no need to mount a smartphone, faster setup, and doesn't drain phone battery — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Portable, small size — easy to store and carry for on-the-fly shooting. — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Quick boot and fast start to recording — can start recording almost instantly. — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
  • Panorama, hyperlapse/time-lapse with customizable motion and 180°/90° spin shots — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • Easy, fast workflow — good for capturing cinematic B-roll without larger camera — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • Small, inspiring, easy to use camera — great for beginners and BTS; high value compared to some mirrorless options — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
Portability/Weight (15)
  • Small, portable, great for vlogging in public and travel — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Very convenient for travel; can replace larger kit for many shooting needs — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Small, pocketable design that fits in almost any bag — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Compact size lets you set it up in tight spaces where larger rigs wouldn't fit — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Balances portability and features — sits between smartphone and mirrorless, covering many tasks without separate camera/lens/stabilizer — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Convenient, pocketable form factor — removes friction and encourages filming (always ready) — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Lightweight and compact design (can fit in pocket and easy to carry) — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Compact all-in-one camera with built-in gimbal; pocketable yet powerful (sits between phone and professional camera). — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Portable, compact travel-friendly camera that can replace phone for many scenarios and is allowed in more places — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Small, lightweight form factor — fits in a bag or pocket and is easy to start vlogging with — Malini Angelica · ▶ Watch
  • Very pocketable compact design (only ~5 mm longer than Pocket 3) — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Comes with a mini tripod and a new, softer carrying bag — James Afante · ▶ Watch
  • Very compact and pocketable; slips into your pocket and is ready to shoot within seconds — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Very compact and pocketable package (weighs ~190 g) while still feeling solid — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Compact pocketable gimbal camera suitable for run-and-gun, action, car shoots, and casual parents/pet owners — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
Compatibility (11)
  • Physically nearly identical to Pocket 3; most accessories from Pocket 3 are compatible — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Pocket 4 can now work with the Frame Tap Remote (wireless remote) for joystick control, diagonal movement, zoom, and enabling tracking remotely — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Frame Tap remote works fine alongside a wireless mic and provides substantial remote control for framing and tracking — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • ND filters from Pocket 3 remain compatible — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Good ecosystem of accessories; combo recommended for mic and light — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Compatible with Pocket 3 magnetic ND filters — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Compatible with dedicated accessories (magnetic fill light, battery grip, DJI wireless mics) — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Fits into DJI ecosystem with accessories like clip-on fill light (3 brightness levels, 3 color temps) and Osmo audio up to 4-channel output — Fenchel & Janisch · ▶ Watch
  • Familiar shell so Pocket 3 accessories and filters remain compatible — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Magnetic wide converter available for wider field of view (easy on/off) — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Includes mounting adapter that can act as a threaded mount for tripods/gimbals — James Afante · ▶ Watch
Software/App (8)
  • Firmware adds D-Log availability in slow motion (can shoot log in slow motion) — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Updated D-Log conversion LUTs (standard and vivid) improve color accuracy and consistency between cameras — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • New LUTs can be applied in post to previously recorded D-Log footage — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Companion app simplifies pairing, allows quick transfer, remote control, and managing recordings — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • DJI Mimo app extends preview, remote control and gallery functionality — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in presets (Fujifilm-like) that are decent for casual filmmakers — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Built-in film tones, beauty filters, glamour effects and other creative photo/video options — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Companion app allows remote control with virtually no delay, live streaming, downloading and basic editing of footage, filters and enhancements. — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
Value for Money (4)
  • Overall a strong value under ~$1,000 for quality, features, size, and battery life — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Excellent value for content creation around $500 — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Still priced around $500 like Pocket 3 (great price-to-performance) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Footage looks cinematic and hard to beat at this price — andyescapes · ▶ Watch

Cons (135)

Features/Functionality (47)
  • Vertical shooting remains a cropped 3K center crop (no open-gate/full 4K vertical), limiting flexibility for vertical-post workflows — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • No open-gate capability or improved vertical resolution beyond center crop (may limit advanced workflows) — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • 240 fps 4K slow-motion mode does not allow D-Log (cannot match graded footage) and you cannot zoom while in slow motion — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Some features (like slow-motion picture profile) limit matching with D-Log footage, reducing usefulness for graded projects — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Some viewers preferred Pocket 3's straight-out-of-camera image; Pocket 4's advantages are mainly for those who color grade — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • D-Log 2 remains limited to the main camera in regular recording modes (this update provides regular D-Log only) — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Log slow motion does NOT come to the regular Pocket 4 (only available on Pocket 4P), causing inconsistency between devices — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • User cannot control resolution and exposure settings remotely via the Frame Tap remote (limited remote functionality) — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Fill light accessory not extensively tested by reviewer (limited real-world evaluation). — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Base ISO for Dlog is 400, so you’ll likely need ND filters for many situations. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Internal storage can fill up (reviewer nearly ran out of internal storage while finishing video). — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Some accessories (fill light, ND filters, battery handle) are additional purchases or only included in Creator Combo — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Additional battery handle for extended power is not included in Creator Combo and must be purchased separately — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Not intended to replace professional cinema cameras (limited compared to high-end professional gear) — Logan Ai News · ▶ Watch
  • Higher ISO increases noise; need to cap ISO range or remove ND filters in low light — Julia Trotti · ▶ Watch
  • Face auto-detect tracking can position subject with too much headroom for talking-head shots (not ideal for that use-case). — Mark McGee Photos · ▶ Watch
  • Image quality can be a bit soft and limited by small sensor size — not always good enough for main footage — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Cannot zoom while in low-light mode — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • 4x zoom can be a bit blurry — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Portrait video resolution limited to 3K60 (not full 4K in portrait) — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • No built-in wide-angle lens (wishes it came with one) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Zoom cannot be used in low-light mode during slow motion or in time-lapse mode. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • 4x zoom beyond 2x is digital (lossy) rather than lossless. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Some features (e.g., 4K 240fps slow motion) may be of limited practical use to many users. — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Fixed lens with limited field-of-view (default 20mm; combo gives 15mm); cannot replace interchangeable-lens flexibility of mirrorless cameras (no long telephoto or large DOF control) — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Optical zoom is limited (only 2x/4x digital options) so not suitable when long reach is required — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • Limited depth-of-field control compared to larger-sensor, interchangeable-lens systems; background blur not as strong as flagship phones like iPhone 18 Pro Max or larger lenses — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • No dual-lens implementation despite earlier rumors (only a zoom lens) — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Brightness shifting / exposure adaptation can be noticeable and uneven — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Performance in harsh bright conditions can be problematic; needs ND filter in bright/high-contrast scenes — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • No 2.7K option in landscape mode (limited intermediate resolution choices) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • 240 FPS mode cannot use log profile (limited to normal color) — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • DLOG minimum ISO is higher (ISO 400 instead of 50), which can be a detriment when shooting log — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • At 240 fps 4K slow-mo the image is slightly cropped compared with 120 fps — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Light attachment is very small (limited usefulness) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • 4K 240 FPS not available in log and has a noticeable quality drop — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Using D-Log locks base ISO to 400, requiring darker ND filters — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Variable ND filter for Pocket series may not be dark enough (user bought one that failed) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Vertical video capped at 3K (cropped vertical view of sensor) and not true vertical full-resolution — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • No optical zoom; two-times lossless zoom introduces more noise and quality loss — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Super photo / 33MP and general image improvements are noticeable but not dramatically different from Pocket 3 — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Low-light video still falls apart relatively quickly despite some improvements — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Improvements to low-light are relatively minor; not a major leap over prior model — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Still room for improvement in overall image quality — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • In-camera 2x optical/electronic zoom is soft and results in lower quality (especially 4K60) — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • Dedicated low-light mode over-boosts ISO and denoising, producing washed-out, mushy, flat images — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
  • 20mm lens can look too flat/boring visually (lacks character); may need bars, lens attachment, or zoom to add interest — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
Build Quality (17)
  • Creator Combo missing two items reviewer liked from Pocket 3 combo: extended battery back and hard case. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Included gimbal protector in Creator Combo protects gimbal but leaves rest of unit more exposed and lacks storage for wide-angle adapter. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Misses the larger protective case that older Pocket models had — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
  • Protective case from Pocket 3 replaced by a protective clamp which some users may find less useful (loses storage for filters and mic-handle functionality) — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Protective clamp takes getting used to and may be less protective/versatile than previous case for some users — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Doesn't come with a protective case (camera is exposed and needs a pouch for safety) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Gimbal rattles / moves even when turned off (physical gimbal stability concern) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Gimbal is vulnerable to impact if dropped (gimbal likely to take the hit) — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Magnetic wide converters are easy to drop (slippery/easily detached) — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Small accessories in the creator combo (e.g., wireless mic) are very small and slippery and may be awkward to handle — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Exposed mechanical gimbal requires careful handling and is delicate to use — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Device is delicate: exposed moving mechanical gimbal requires a gimbal lock, case or careful handling; not safe to throw in a bag or pocket unprotected — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Gimbal is loose when powered off (needs lock/protection) — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Magnetic bracket/case design only locks screen rotation and may leave joystick/buttons vulnerable in the bag (concern about being squished) — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Author found previous generations produced mediocre image quality and fell apart easily (concern about reliability/quality) — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Physical hardware appears largely unchanged from prior generations (mostly refinements rather than major hardware upgrades) — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Front screen is fragile (screen broke from a drop) — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
Other (17)
  • Existing D-Log M LUTs from Osmo Pocket 3 won't translate well — need new D-Log-specific LUTs — Jason Vong · ▶ Watch
  • Zoom crops (2x and 4x) degrade image quality — 4x effectively reduces 4K to 1080p and is not up to par — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Missing full 360° gimbal rotation (gimbal articulates ~3/4 then stops) — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • No open-gate (full sensor) mode — can't shoot wide open gate for easier vertical crops — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Overall upgrade is incremental — not a major leap over Pocket 3 ("not a great step up") — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Not waterproof — only OK in light rain; avoid heavy rain — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • No tripod mount on the bottom out-of-the-box — requires the base accessory to use quarter-20 mount, which increases overall size — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Not a huge upgrade for casual users — may not justify upgrading from Pocket 3 if used casually — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • If you already own a Pocket 3 or are on a strict budget, Pocket 3 remains a very good option—implying Pocket 4 may not be essential for those users — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Earlier generation case/attachment had more room for error (implied previous issues — speaker notes sturdiness improvement rather than explicit current con) — James Afante · ▶ Watch
  • No stated IP rating — not suitable for rain or dusty conditions without extra care — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Because of gimbal and moving parts, pocketability is compromised — needs protection and compromises to carry safely — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Not waterproof — needs extra protection around water or in rain — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Not a major generational leap — many upgrades are incremental rather than a significant ‘wow’ (e.g., sensor largely similar to Pocket 3) — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Sensor size (1-inch) could be larger — limits low-light performance — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Lossless 2x zoom may not be sufficient for pro scenarios—optical/dual-cam preferred for car tracking or pro uses — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Subject tracking can feel limiting for extended BTS — repetitive movement and limited framing options — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
Value for Money (14)
  • If you own a Pocket 3, Pocket 4 is more of an incremental update — not a generational leap and may not be worth upgrading — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Not a must-upgrade for most Pocket 3 owners if shooting mostly on auto/normal 10-bit. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • If you primarily shoot in auto/normal 10-bit and don’t color grade, many Pocket 4 features may not be compelling enough to upgrade. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Whether it's a worthwhile upgrade from Pocket 3 depends on user needs — some may not find enough value to upgrade — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • At first felt like a toy and not serious enough for some creators — Mike Wat · ▶ Watch
  • Price: base Pocket 4 and especially the combo (~50k–70k INR, combo ~70k) is a consideration though still cheaper than high-end phones; some users may expect phone-like multi-camera convenience — Kunal Malhotra · ▶ Watch
  • On-paper specs (sensor size, aperture, focal length, 4K60) look similar to Pocket 3, so initial impression may feel underwhelming — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Expensive (~55,000 rupees) which may be hard to justify for basic photo/video users — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Not a camera for everyone; smartphones may be ideal for basic needs — Business Today · ▶ Watch
  • Some competing cameras at this price either expensive or have limitations (contextual con) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • If you already own a Pocket 3, upgrade may not be worth it unless the net cost is low (similarity to Pocket 3) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Hard to justify upgrading from Pocket 3 for existing owners due to lack of major improvements (no dual camera or substantially better sensor) — DansTube.TV · ▶ Watch
  • Author suggests consumers might get better value from Pocket 3 or alternatives unless you need the specific new features — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
  • Price: author paid over $500 (implied cost concern) — Justin Tse · ▶ Watch
Stabilization Performance (11)
  • Gimbal motor updates likely have minimal real-world difference for stabilization compared to Pocket 3 — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • No ability to lock gimbal position, causing occasional drift when a static frame is desired — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Sharpness can be too strong on skin; skin texture and redness sometimes emphasized — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Edges get softer and noise increases in low light (less sharp in low light) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Skin tones can be pinkish/brownish and emphasize redness (color rendering issues similar to Pocket 3) — mikeeest (Mikee Bernabe) · ▶ Watch
  • Low light smoothing can be noticeable (over-smoothing of detail) — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Slight drop in image quality and dynamic range at highest slow-motion settings (4K240fps); needs good lighting — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • In near pitch-black environments aggressive digital noise reduction can clip shadow detail or look processed — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Although gimbal stabilizes shots, occasional motion blur can still occur in photos — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Switching to 'super' photo mode in low light shows no noticeable sharpness improvement despite larger files (wastes space) — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Because camera is light, handheld tracking of buildings/cars can feel wobbly — Tech Through The Lens · ▶ Watch
Ease of Use (10)
  • Some users may find certain built-in fancy shots (rotating B-roll) hard to pull off — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Zoom toggle requires touching the small screen; can be confusing because mode (zoom vs. joystick gimbal control) is not clearly indicated — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Small screen size can make it unclear which mode you're in, causing unintended zoom/gimbal input — Micro Four Nerds · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable buttons lose functionality when screen is in portrait orientation. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • Customizable button is somewhat limited in what can actually be assigned — Alex McInnes · ▶ Watch
  • Micro SD slot flattener adds extra small fiddly steps to access the card — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Small 2-inch screen makes it sometimes difficult to confirm proper focus for macro shots — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Learning curve for controlling camera movement because gimbal transitions smoothly and doesn't instantly follow movement — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • Still need an attachment to use a tripod (not native) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
  • Taking vertical photos feels awkward (tilting gimbal doesn't feel right) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
Portability/Weight (6)
  • Device is slightly larger and heavier than previous model (~190.5 g vs ~179 g). — Oscar / Visual Life · ▶ Watch
  • Pocket 4 no longer includes the compact sleeve that came with Pocket 3; replaces it with a less-preferred pouch — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Slightly larger and heavier than Pocket 3 — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • Slightly less pocketable due to ~5 mm increase in length — Kai W · ▶ Watch
  • Adding accessories (microphones, filters, tripod, handle, battery) reduces pocketability and portability — Ribby Trivia · ▶ Watch
  • No longer includes the rubber case that previous model used to include (comes with a stopper instead). — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch
Compatibility (4)
  • Slightly taller body can make some Pocket 3 silicone cases incompatible — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • All zoom is digital; DJI's claim of 'lossless' 2x zoom is not true — image quality degrades (4x zoom looks especially bad) — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Pocket 4 (and variants) may not be available in the US under the DJI name (availability/region restrictions) — Marc Taraz Steiner · ▶ Watch
  • Zooming capability limited compared to higher-end variants (depends on model like 4 Pro/4P) — Gadget Sidekick · ▶ Watch
Software/App (4)
  • After the firmware update, there is a noticeable brightness/exposure jump when switching between the two lenses in manual exposure (regression) — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Difference between old and new LUTs is minimal and sometimes hard to tell, so improvements may be subtle — Think Media · ▶ Watch
  • Not all beauty effects are processed on-camera; enabling some requires Mimo app processing — Air Photography · ▶ Watch
  • Quirk: in photo mode hitting red record button takes a photo instead of starting a video (UI/firmware issue) — andyescapes · ▶ Watch
Battery Life (3)
  • Despite larger battery, long shooting sessions may still require power bank; reviewer misses the Pocket 3 extended battery solution. — Unbox PH · ▶ Watch
  • No included extendable battery base (was available with Pocket 3 Creator Combo); now an optional accessory — DM Productions · ▶ Watch
  • No clear mention of included power bank (uncertainty whether power bank is included) — James Afante · ▶ Watch
Customer Support (1)
  • DJI's service footprint in India is limited, making repairs or servicing potentially difficult — Business Today · ▶ Watch
Overall (1)
  • No explicit cons mentioned about performance, battery life, or image quality in the transcript. — KhanFlicks · ▶ Watch

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Is the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 worth buying?

Based on 27 independent YouTube reviews, the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 scores 4.1/5 with 441 positive and 135 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #1 in the Gimbals category.

What do reviewers like most about the DJI Osmo Pocket 4?

The most praised aspects are features/functionality, ease of use, build quality — Features/Functionality (248 mentions), Ease of Use (50 mentions), Build Quality (41 mentions).

What are the most common complaints about the DJI Osmo Pocket 4?

Reviewers most frequently criticize features/functionality, build quality — Features/Functionality (47 mentions), Build Quality (17 mentions).

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