DJI’s foray into action cameras is getting a much-needed boost when it comes to footage quality and versatility. The newly launched DJI Osmo Action 4 brings a whole slew of features that make the footage more versatile, easier to edit and even brings you longer battery life for you to shoot for longer durations.
The Osmo Action 4 is getting a major update with a 1/1.3″ CMOS sensor. The larger sensor also comes with a wide f/2.8 aperture and a 2.4μm-equivalent pixel size. It’s now able to shoot in 4K resolution and up to 120 fps. Of course, the resolution for shooting at 120fps is locked at 1080p. The lens is also an ultrawide lens with a 155° field of view. The new sensor also brings along with a jump in footage quality particularly in low-light conditions.
The hardware improvements are complemented by new shooting modes including 360°HorizonSteady stabilisation modes, including RockSteady 3.0/3.0+ for FPV footage and HorizonBalancing or HorizonSteady for horizontal shots. This is enhanced by the ability to shoot in 10-bit D-Log M which preserves the colours of footage shot in true-to-life form. This also enables more advanced colour grading and editing.
The DJI Osmo Action 4 also comes with an improved battery which is able to deliver consistent battery life even in extreme conditions. The battery typically is able to deliver 2.5 hours of active use on a single charge. Thanks to its support for fast charging, it can be topped up to 80% charged in just 18 minutes. However, more importantly, the DJI Osmo Action 4’s battery is built to withstand extreme conditions; in this case, it’s built to deliver up to 150 minutes of battery life on a single charge at temperatures as low as -20°C (-4°F).
Pricing & Availability
The DJI Osmo Action 4 is currently available from DJI partners, the DJI store and their online storefronts on Lazada and Shopee.
You can get the Osmo Action in two different packages:
| Standard Combo (USD$400/RM1899) | Adventure Combo (USD$500/RM2389) |
|---|---|
| Osmo Action 4 1x Osmo Action Extreme Battery 1x Osmo Action Horizontal-Vertical Protective Frame 1x Osmo Action Quick-Release Adapter Mount 1x Osmo Action Curved Adhesive Base 1x Osmo Locking Screw 1x Type-C to Type-C PD Cable 1x Osmo Action Lens Hood 1x Osmo Action Anti-Slip Pad | Osmo Action 4 3x Osmo Action Extreme Batteries 1x Osmo Action Horizontal-Vertical Protective Frame 1x Osmo Action Quick-Release Adapter Mount 1x mini Osmo Action Quick-Release Adapter Mount 1x Osmo Action Curved Adhesive Base 2x Osmo Locking Screws 1x Type-C to Type-C PD Cable 1x Osmo Action Multifunctional Battery Case 1x Osmo 1.5m Extension Rod 1x Osmo Action Lens Hood 1x Osmo Action Anti-Slip Pad |