DJI Action 2 - A Complete Modular Redesign!

We set out to test the new DJI Action 2 camera. For this test we didn’t want to just approach this review in a typical action camera environment. Instead, we wanted to take full advantage of not only its 4K performance but also the versatility and compact size of the DJI Action 2. We know that action cameras typically work very well in bright outdoor environments so we took things inside. A big thank you to Ryan and the team at Little King Goods for letting us capture you in action. #DJIAction2 #DJI #OsmoAction2 #MoreThanAction @djiglobal
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0:00 - Introduction
2:30 - First look at the product
2:50 - Size of the main camera
3:08 - Battery module
3:42 - Memory capacity
4:08 - Water resistance
4:35 - Microphones and screen module
5:34 - Macro lens and Magnet pendant
6:12 - First impressions
7:02 - Testing unique perspectives
8:28 - Specs
9:58 - Final thoughts
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[@AndrewAnkerPhotoAndVideo]

I swear you could talk about cardboard for 20 minutes and it would make me happier. You bring such a great energy to the world. Happy birthday Pistol Pete

[@SkyPathProductions]

I 100% agree!

[@TopblokeGolf]

Creepy

[@jyoungtricks]

He kinda did... In an episode he just cleaned cardboard put of his garage for ages 😂

[@CESAR1309LAMPARD]

Get off his nepis bruh 😎

[@raymondwymore7550]

DJI Action 2 is by far the most unique action camera out there. Magnetic and wearable. Love it!!!

[@playforlife8426]

is this legit? you won camara prize?

[@mikebray48]

@@playforlife8426 Fake account...report it to KZbin

[@excessorizeme]

Oh. My. FINALLY. A GOPRO SESSION SUCCESSOR.

[@makestuffmike]

Yeah I was a fan of the tiny form factor. I thought it was so cool but I never used it much. Don’t know why!

[@Akshayysk]

🥺much needed!

[@Akshayysk]

I had session 5

[@JerryRigEverything]

Solid vid!

[@shubhamsaundarya65]

Just make a test of rigging the DJI camera. Engineers work too hard to make a product and here Jerry makes them to sweat a lot by rigging. How irony this world becomes!!!

[@mikejaydavies]

For some reason Google has thought it should offer to translate your comment into UK English 🤷‍♂️

[@FlashyEdits555]

Can't believe it's Jerry in a videography video XD

[@LittleKingGoods]

You always blow my mind with your b-roll sequences! You guys freaking rock! So much fun!

[@wildhorses4x4]

Facts

[@wildsoulleatherco.2552]

Real McKinnon heads will remember when Pete ran Montgomery Leatherworks. lol

[@justSTUMBLEDupon]

I need this wallet

[@TrueNorthLens]

@@wildsoulleatherco.2552 The good ol' days!

[@RoverAvinash]

I want the wallet dude, Is it possible to ship in India @peter?

[@personabovefarts1244]

Im a fan of this design! Plus the protective case is a game changer.

[@AlexandraRobinson]

Whether you like the product or not, there’s no denying that we’re in an age of innovation. So exciting

[@fuzzywuzzy0549]

It's a step backwards I'd say. They had it all in a single body and they just broke into multiple components. I don't know what's so innovative about that.

[@CreativeRyan]

You & Kirk deserve awards my good friend! 🏅 And cheers to your bday 🍻

[@captkirklucas]

👊

[@kirks3287]

I’m kirks

[@TeluguSuperhumans]

I wish it had a memory card slot in the original module itself.

[@leonardopazzaglia9883]

Maybe to write more than 32 GB you need more battery, here it comes the battery module with SD slot...

[@lidinprasalrm1027]

@@leonardopazzaglia9883 yeah that's something we should think about

[@KittyCow]

It's probably due to how small the unit is, but the idea of how modular this is, makes up for it

[@sandgaijin]

It's probably been an idea that got canned in lieu of the modular system. I wouldn't put it past DJI engineering to have thought about that, only to think it wasn't efficient.

[@donbraga4863]

So, what is the base product worth if you can't get your footage out of it without the sd module. This is a no go

[@kaspergaram]

Okay now this definitely is an interesting product! Action cams aren't my game but I am most definitely super interested! Loving the innovation behind DJI's new products these two weeks.

[@JasonLorette]

Happy Birthday Pete! This looks cool.

[@ExploreCreateCapture]

Awesome!! Happy birthday🔥🙌

[@Josmi]

DJI coming strong as always

[@wizcombo]

For your wallet

[@lidinprasalrm1027]

@@wizcombo always value fr money

[@PlanetegtTV]

It would be nice if Gopro has kept digging the Hero Session format. Still using the 5 a lot and it has the perfect format with the waterproof SD inside the main unit. 120 fps would be niiiice with the hypersmooth and a newer lens. I need to try this one, it might fit.

[@TheTommyCraft]

This to me is the spiritual successor to the Hero 5 Session, which I also love. I do plan on picking this up for sure.

[@TrueNorthLens]

GoPro definitely quit while they were ahead, at the time, and DJI just capitalized!!

[@TrueNorthLens]

@@TheTommyCraft Couldn't have said it better myself

[@LTdammit]

same, i still love and use the hero session 5

[@lescard3870]

Happy early birthday! Thanks for letting us know the Action 2 is coming out soon. I love my Action and can’t wait to upgrade!

[@chrisclark5135]

THanks Pete! Happy Birthday dude!

[@ThreeTwentyTech]

The feature list for such a small camera is honestly insane.

[@lordbl]

I have a Insta360 Go2, was kinda impressed when DJI released this. But after your video showing its limits, ill probably stick with my Go2.

[@TopblokeGolf]

I’m selling mine and buying this

[@RaoniLima43]

@@TopblokeGolf My thoughts exactly, but the magnet on the Go2 seems better, and it doesn't need a second piece to work. In terms of convenience I reckon Go2 is a winner still, but quality wise this one looks like a beast!

[@ChrisParayno]

same. i could care less about 4k 120. the insta360 go 2 is the perfect lifestyle camera.

[@ChrisParayno]

@@RaoniLima43 the go 2 screams lifestyle camera. literally the go anywhere. The action 2 is just too damn expensive.

[@TopblokeGolf]

@@ChrisParayno yeah, I think it’s good for it purpose , just think the action 2 is a notch above it. I know the go is meant for clips but I do think the storage is too small. This will do what the go does plus more .

Happy birthday, Pete! Thank you for all the joy and I hope we can see your smiling face for a long long time haha

[@LaniakeaLeathercrafts]

So awesome to see Ryan in the video! It would be sweet to see more projects with him and his amazing work.

[@chiougrr]

happy birthday Peter!!!!

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Does the battery module also have USB C for external mic input?

[@silbay]

yes they tell you that in the FAQ's, takes 10 seconds to find out

[@DariuszTech]

Wow. I absolutely love this camera 📸 Thanks for this video Peter ☺️

[@dave_kwizera]

The right to watch this video YAY!!! Happy Birthday Pete, have a good one.

[@marsdenphoto]

It’s build is modular for a reason. Get ready for the drone that comes cameraless where the action 2 fits right in there

[@redhotkai]

fpv drones. :D fpv community has been eagerly waiting for this :D

[@OEverettC]

Built modular so they can make more money getting people to buy all the separate modules.

[@PhillipArthurSimmons]

"You might've seen it before... on the desk downstairs!" WHAT A GUY 😂

[@gigihanmandarin]

What a sport!

[@FireMouse2]

Happy Birthday!! And thank you for all the amazing content you produce for us.

[@thesoundboardstudio]

Happy birthday brother!!! Thanks for all your inspiring content!

[@FilmyReact]

I hate when they purposely want you to buy more accessories in the name of "modular". Wasted.

[@efe_aydal]

I wish someone made an XL action cam, which is bigger but better quality, wider lens etc. Some people would prefer it including me.

[@Luke-vg7ut]

like a regular camera but waterproof and rugged?

[@jameswhitehead6758]

Hero10 should have been a 1" sensor and a full size card slot.

[@BubyMTB]

Like a Sony RX0 III

[@CallMeRabbitzUSVI]

I think what you are looking for is the Insta360 One R, you can also get the 1 inch mod that shoots in 5.3k you can shoot in LOG which make the footage *chef's kiss*. And the best part is... IT HAS BEEN OUT FOR 2 YEARS NOW

[@youwebz]

Compensating for other things eh champ?

[@oscarmartinez-gb3lr]

Great feedback. And happy birthday buddy!!! Best of wishes

[@3dconceptsofutah757]

Wow footage looks great! Thanks Pete!

[@ImanKamil]

Pro tips: Try to attach the battery module when it overheat. And you can continue shooting without overheat issues👌🏻

[@dexterdr.7020]

not pro tips: when it overheats, throw it into water to cool it cause it's water prof

[@EverythingIsPhotogenic]

Pro tip, don't buy an action cam that overheats while filming *action*

[@ilhamismail2908]

Aii man sampai sini pun ada 😂

[@Arcanineisthebest]

@@EverythingIsPhotogenic Pro tip, for youtube and TV 108op60fps is more than enough, and if you're doing something serious or slowmo, I'm sure you can afford the battery module.

[@iskadobadsf]

Pro tip: Move to Germany. It's mostly cold here = no device overheating problems due to natural cooling.

[@snbsmtb]

That camera is just as big as the front screen of a GOPRO HERO 10🤯🤯!! But it is pretty cool thought. Great video Peter😎😎

[@jen5366]

It’s nice of DJI for listening to feedbacks and actually taking action. Looking forward to receive my prote

[@dphillips1258]

Pete your attention to detail is phenomenal and love how you showcases the Leather Craft it's such a great experience watching.

[@Ozpeter]

I was really keen to reach for my wallet but wait - if you want the four mics, you need the front screen unit. If you want to use a memory card, you need the battery unit. So by the time you've got the equivalent of a GoPro, you've got a rather large and expensive piece of kit. I'm starting to rethink my planned purchase... it's a great concept but the card should have been in the screen unit and the extra battery should have just been... a battery. Fatal flaw, methinks. (Edit - I'm wrong - there's a slot in the screen unit. I've ordered.)

[@jacknapoli6366]

I saw this video and I said “oh shit it’s like the 360 1R!” But after watching it I fully agree. The GoPro hero 10 is the better buy. It’s a more functional package. DJI missed the mark here

[@bushgreen260]

*They should of made it slightly taller to accommodate the sdcard slot. This is a major flaw. There should be sdcard slot in the front screen module aswell.*

[@OttoJulian_]

I don't feel it's about the size, it's about being sealed. you can't open the main module, not even to charge it. The front screen module does have an sdcard slot

[@RobRoskey]

Great vid as always! Happy early birthday!

[@MatisMedia]

Happy Birthday !!! Love the channel

[@DroneNewsGuy]

2 years behind the GoPro HERO10. Major issues with DJI Action 2: - overheating - no SD slot in main camera body, so if you run out of storage you need to tether and dump to a computer - no 5.3K - RockSteady not as good as GoPro - expensive - only 12MP still photos The bottom line for us is while the "key opinion leaders" all ran through the specs and are promoting the Action 2 in a separate affiliate program (DJI shut down it's main affiliate program in May) almost NONE of the KOL's are saying anything really positive about the Action 2.

[@fistsup5700]

The heat issue and SD card just don't make it worth the price.

[@ChrisParayno]

who is KOL?

[@ericharrison5724]

Modern man is not the man who goes off to discover himself, his secrets, and his hidden truth; he is a man who tries to invest himself in something beneficial for the future..

[@carminerosato7150]

Bitcoin is my finance present and future investment, the wisest decision have done to diversify portfolio.. My first investment with Mr Richard Emerson earned over $30,000 US dollar ever since then he has been delivering.

[@anitabaker2339]

I'm from the UK 🇬🇧 I and my colleagues gave him a try and it has been good returns of our investment, Richard Emerson 🌎

[@Samantha-yh9hh]

@donald shoup Mr Richard Emerson is a certified Broker I have worked with him for months anyone who he handles his or her trade for, has nothing to fear you have to believe in him and follow his guidance.

[@aprilwebbart1004]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PETER! Love you and all your videos.

[@minikitty616]

the montage is soooo great, and this music. As always, your music choice is perfect !!!

[@qianyushi167]

cool！

[@user-un3rq4ij3j]

you are the first!

[@EduarFilms]

Again DJI stepping out of the box to innovate, which is deeply appreciated, the camera itself lacks some things but overall always nice to see something different on the market.

[@Naruz6]

Insta360 did it first

[@EduarFilms]

@@Naruz6 true! Insta360 has done both the One R and the Go, this is like the mix of those 2 👍

[@Ronniegti]

@@EduarFilms it's not innovation when you badly imitate something that has been done before.

[@AliShan-du3zw]

I always love the last 10 seconds, and a glimpse of kirk too.

[@RodrigoMS]

I'm seeing your channel for the first time, here from Brazil, and I have to say, you're amazing bro! Congratulations!

[@Swing4TheRing]

👇 Anyone else more interested in Pete's leather products than the DJI Action 2?

[@whatsnext00]

This is a no for me dawg. Cool concept, but if you essentially “need” the features found in the modules, I don’t see the point. Interested to see V2

[@ChrisParayno]

but this is a v2. you mean v3 lol

[@max__9447]

Peter & Kirk... Legendary 🔥

[@joshschuster_]

Thank you for posting a video on my birthday Pete! Happy Birthday in advance dude! Much love! 🤗

[@reinecarlo]

Subtlety says “you’ve probably seen this before.” 😂

[@thesoulkeeper31]

Innovative? They just got Insta360 R and modified it.

[@ChrisParayno]

but left out all of the post stabilization abilities lol

[@rexyoda]

To be fair it is about 200 bucks cheaper

[@usmantvvlogs6852]

You're b-roll sequences are amazing 🔥 keep growing.

[@OliverHenaineOficial]

Peter is one of those people that when there's "bloopers" it feels like he's thinking "I'm so bloopery right now, look at this bloopery thing I've just done loooool" God loves you my guy!

[@HalfCutGarage]

Interesting ..... the overheating is a deal breaker for me I think ..... Cheers from Northern BC ...... we got snow.......

[@nagorb666]

Peter if you just relaxed your British accent ever so slightly, it’d actually be pretty good. Oh and ‘Appy Burfday mate!!

[@mariomolina2851]

Awesome Video Thank You!!....Happy Birthday!!

[@Majd_G]

Big fan all the way from Lebanon! Thank you for always motivating us. We look up to you as fresh Filmmakers / Photographers.

[@TylersReelFishing]

I think we all agree on our distaste for this camera😂

[@LowBudgetHighRollers]

Yeah a real sad follow up to the fist camera that was awesome, what a disappointment

[@mikepoblete9356]

love watching Peter's review for new gadgets in town.

[@blue-august]

Wow !! nice to see the slow motion again !! Happy Birthday Peter 🎂🎁🎉

[@jessiepvlogs8948]

I think ill stick with gopro or osmo action 1. But could be different decisions using it in person. Similar to the air 2 controller which i hated but now love it as it feels expensive and not cheap

[@LauriMajamaa]

I’d rather use older Osmo Action, just because waterproofing and all the bells and whistles in a same box. That doesn’t convince me…

[@thefireflyvlogs]

You bring so much energy in the air whenever I watch your videos peter. Wish you a very happy birthday creative giant. I love you from INDIA brother.

[@Thrax.mp4]

Happy birthday Peter! Thanks for the content.

[@MrChiprocks1]

This is a HUGE pass for me. DJI's idea of innovation = Let's make this in parts and then charge even more than the last one and make it so that you have to carry more around. I'll stick with the Osmo. Great job on the video Peter as always.

[@truthseeker6804]

the versatility is good but price not good.

[@EverythingIsPhotogenic]

The modular design is a hard pass for me. Doesn't seem well thought-out. This camera is now a generation behind on high end video specs than the 10 in lieu of magnets? It's not an action cam until you're nearly a grand in with accessories. Overheating - of course it would in that size. And everyone dogged the GoPro and said "But DJI..." I'll pass on this one. Fun review though

[@owencooktech]

Happy birthday dude!

[@JrFTWOfficial]

Happy birthday man!

[@VapnFagan]

So DJI just dissed all those who bought into there previous camera? Wonder how many beta testers are gonna fall for the same stunt?

[@danielmasters8145]

What do you mean?

[@SalsaColombia]

Talk about taking things in a personal level. I have got their previous models, and happy to see them doing something new.

[@josephasghar]

I’m not sold on the pick-n-mix aspect of this. It’s difficult enough keeping track of what and where you need on a shoot. That said, I like the chest mount option.

[@Arcanineisthebest]

Exactly. Weird move by a company that just released a camera that, for some might have integrated everything you need.

[@richardknight8949]

Cool video. Happy Birthday Pete!

[@ChrisLee-qn8xf]

You are just amazing Pete

[@johnlau1391]

The intro shows the Action 2 is very poor in low light (actually still quite bright)

[@theaussiegeek]

In Australia, it's AUD $799 on DJI's site, for the combo, even including tax and conversion from USD to AUD it should be close to AUD $759, that's an extra AUD $40. Good to see "The Australia Tax" is alive a kicking. Sigh !!!

[@Muhammed.Yaseen]

Happy Birthday Peter!! Love you and your PPOWERFUL cheery content. Since the beginning..

[@HATAXA07]

Great video and Happy birthday!!!! 🎉

[@nfindorf]

SD slot in battery module makes sense if the main module's battery life isn't long enough to record anything over 32 Gb of video, probably even less at 4K res with higher fps rate

[@TextingBiz]

*“Be honest who else is a few hours late”😂*

[@theCOATINGlife]

Happy Birthday Peter! Thanks for all your great content… may this year be your best year yet! It’s my birthday today too… woohoo! Go October Kids!

[@exzemoron]

Happy Birthday Pete!! May your creativity always grow and remain cool as you are! Cheers ☠️🏴‍☠️

[@georgehearst4708]

When your girlfriend cooks food and it’s bad haha *cough* *cough* “it tastes good!”😂

[@stopthecap2644]

He didn't mention battery life of just the camera itself... questionable. Also those overheating issues..... yeah man, amazing idea, I want one but not with those issues.

[@ccycc2011]

battery of the camera module: 580mah -- maybe thats one reason they dont put a sd card slot on it～ cause it dies very soon.

[@stopthecap2644]

@@ccycc2011 What is that? Like 15 minutes of video recording???

[@stopthecap2644]

Gopro has basically a 1300 battery and shoots 1.5 hours at 1080p... that's almost 2.5x the size of this... so 4k 60fps, image stabilization, with a small battery... 15-20 minutes tops sounds probably accurate

[@YuusAdventures]

Great video!

[@aboynamedjamil]

That montage was super fire.

[@MichaelBarca]

This is the most complicated Action camera that requires 2 times to be usable

[@ChrisLeiter]

Shame that an 'action cam' is overheating after such short record times..

[@commitcrew8370]

Amazing video as always

[@deividass]

Cool review! Happy Birthday P

[@ohnezuckerohnefett]

Cute. Why someone would have external capacity attached with a MAGNET to something that is an ACTION cam is probably out of my brain size.

[@TheTommyCraft]

The modules also clip in place, so they seem pretty secure.

[@sacvroom]

What’s the size of the sensor..? How’s the HDR.? How’s the low light..? How’s the touch screen sensitivity.? Can it take RAW pictures.? What’s the MegaPixel.?

[@senditworldwide9473]

happy early birthday Peter, your an amazing content creator and your my inspiration!

[@simply.flicks]

Happy Birthday Pete, and I wish you loads of happiness in life.

[@Ali_Clarkson]

I'm afraid this is a hard pass for me. I appreciate thinking differently but in my opinion they've taken a few steps backwards and made a system that's significantly worse than the competition. I'm a MTBer and the key things I look out for are battery life, ease of editing (SD card), toughness (including a replaceable lens if possible), waterproofness and audio. The Gopro Hero10 has all of the above, the Insta360 One X2 has all of the above minus replaceable lenses (though I've got lens protectors on which is a decent alternative)...the Insta360 also has the advantage of being a great 360 OR pov camera and I love I can film POV and choose landscape for youtube or portrait for Instagram reels from the same footage. This DJI doesn't have replaceable batteries which is a deal breaker for me, it's not waterproof with an SD card unless I also get a bulky waterproof case which kills any decent audio I could've got and it doesn't have a replaceable lens. It's a tough sell to make me want this camera for my uses.

[@onemorechris]

fyi: vlogging with a smaller camera has no effect at all on self conscious public filming. i wasted money on an Osmo Pocket thinking the size would help with public filming confidence, it doesn’t.

[@vincentnin1]

show me your channel

[@xaviermitchell7418]

ayoo happy bday Pete Love your content and you have inspired me a lot in my photography journey and I thank you

[@raymcnally]

Happy birthday Peter - I hope you find a smile on your day and you don't let anything or anyone take it from you!!!

[@UncleBogator]

I use my Osmo Action Cam nearly daily. They’ve managed to go completely backward in their form factor with this one. There’s some “oh that’s neat” factor but they’re leaning too heavily on the gimmick. No thanks

[@GasWorksISO]

They’ve complicated it too much. No mic input, or card slot on the main unit equals a no sale for me.