DJI Osmo Action 4 BIG Wireless Mic News!

DJI Osmo Action 4 newest upgrade supports the new DJI Wireless mic that is currently provided with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 combo package. THERE IS NO NEED FOR RECEIVERS! This is HUGE especially for us motovloggers who need to get clean audio even when it's raining and preferrably with minimal cables and hassle!
Firmware required for the Osmo Action 4 (V01.03.0710)
Update: At this time it seems only 1 mic can be connected. I hope DJI will release a later update with the mic set that supports two like Osmo Pocket 3 does.
More on this here: forum.dji.com/thread-297209-1...
This update to anyone who needs it is INSANE. Absolute gamechanger for audio!
Check out the riding test I just published here: • DJI Wireless MIC 2 & O...
0:00 Introduction
1:21 OLD Dji Wireless Mic
2:48 Rode Wireless Pro
4:33 Old way of doing things..
5:03 Osmo Pocket 3
6:08 THE BIG NEWS!
7:00 Testing
8:43 Filmed with OA4 and wirelessly connected DJI Wireless Mic 2
Equipment:
DJI Osmo Action 4
DJI Wireless Mic 2 (That comes with Osmo Pocket 3 but it is later coming to be sold individually by DJI)
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[@ivano.5249]

Thanks for sharing the news mate! And must say that's refreshing to see the genuine passion you show for the help we get from this update . Keep it up!

[@CarlSvanfelt]

Your enthusiasm and spontaneity made me subscribe to your channel. Great job! Thanks for sharing! I have recently bought both Osmo Pocket Three and Action Four. What a relief it was when you showed me that I got a microphone that can also be paired with the four. Thank you for saving my money. Thumbs up!

[@PatchedBandit]

Awesome! Thank you! This was great news for all. I was a bit worried that DJI would release this only later for the Action 5 but this was a far better option :)

[@ChrisAlford]

Thanks for making this video. I am stoked to know about this firmware update.

[@Tetra84]

Awesome. I was wondering when they would do this. Now they just need to make the mic available on its own.

[@forestboy54]

@Tetra84 they do now I bought one last week and it's awesome 😎

[@Aminos-dz]

Congratulations, wss feeling the Joy 😊

[@enduromotorradtouren]

Good news! Hope it turns out on the rainy tracks exactly as you wish it would. See you, Günter/Nürnberg

[@AppleShortss]

Wow I have both and it finally happen thank 😂you for putting the video out

[@gripdriver1717]

That's insane! Great video!!!

[@PatchedBandit]

Thanks 😊✌️

[@AuthenTech]

that's a sweet update!

[@PatchedBandit]

It sure is! 😄

[@McPappan]

That does it, I'm changing my osmo action 3 for the 4. Also will get the mic 2 instead of the mic 1. Nice!

[@KalanardTV]

wow! im happy i choose the Action 4. this is a game changer for us moto vlogger

[@rangeroadmoto]

Dang this is actually very exciting news!

[@gamingflofire6458]

Very helpful video love from India ❤

[@actionmorning]

I liked this video man !!!

[@Viosified]

As of the current firmware (V01.03.0710) only one DJI Mic 2 can be connected to OA4. But I'm happy to see that it actually works! Thank you for making this video 😊

[@PatchedBandit]

Thanks for sharing! I updated the description.

[@lortek_foto]

I have been SKIING last season with bloody GoPro in bloody mediamod with dji mic plugged in and I've tried all combinations and I end up recording audio on mic (both) not plugged in to a camera and then sync it in post production. That was a PAIN!! Now i've got OA4 with no need to have a bloody media mod kind of device and now THATS!! came out!!!! I'll be first to buy it :D

[@tsdmoto]

I couldn't agree more. The ONLY thing I'll miss about the GoPro 12 is the Max Lens Mod 2.0, other than that, Action 4 / Mic 2 all the way.

[@1stdrive]

The big thing about this for me is that it allows me to have an external power source plugged in while still using the wireless mic. I suppose you could use some sort of USB C splitter to have a receiver and power connected but that would be very awkward. I haven't got the cam yet so maybe you could have external power plugged in anyway. Now all we need is to be able to link two mics and I'm sure that'll come soon. Before that, I wonder if you could plug a 3.5mm splitter into the mic input on the wireless mic and plug two wired mics into the splitter?

[@DavidAdlawan_]

Wow that’s pretty fire, not bulky now

[@PatchedBandit]

Absolute fire! To be able to keep the water resistance is also insanely handy 🙂

[@DadventureMoto]

Game changer!

[@turrican1900]

Thanks for replying to my comment about it not working. I meant to reply but deleted it, it turns out I don't have the Mic 2 but Mic 1 which is really bad because I just ordered it all new! I might send it back and wait until I can get one of these mics, mine looks different so no wonder it isn't working!

[@PatchedBandit]

Yep you should try and return it. Also wait and see if DJI is gonna fix the audio cracking I’m experiencing with the current software. (Check my newest video and it’s comments too)

[@IanTed]

Here in the UK mic available from the 16th Feb, I’ve pre ordered one for moto vlogging, game changer and levels are shown on the camera screens😀

[@PatchedBandit]

True. I got 2 mics myself. One for pocket 3 and one for osmo action 4. Pocket 3 is still the only camera that can connect both 2 at the same time for stereo recording.

[@gettingby]

Has anyone tried any other Bluetooth mic with the OA4? Also, has anyone tried one of the many USB-C wireless mics meant for cell phones, plugged directly into the OA 3, or 4? These are pretty cheap on amazon.

[@edwardlin2941]

Wow… most excited KZbinr!

[@PatchedBandit]

0 talent 100 excitement

[@CanadianSyed]

This set up works with my Insta360 Ace Pro as well. Rather worked right oufnof the box few week ago when I received my Ace Pro.

[@PatchedBandit]

Thats good to hear! I just hope they start selling the mic alone too soon.

[@keith2599]

Excellent video dude... I wonder if other Bluetooth mic makers would work with the action 4.... HHHHHHMMMMMM

[@PatchedBandit]

As far as I know it doesn't support any alternative or third party bluetooth microphones right now. One indication is that there is no search function on the pairing process. It only pairs to DJI mic 2 with automatic pairing.

[@BassManStrikes]

Turns out the Mic2 also works with the insta360 Ace Pro as well.

[@PatchedBandit]

That's awesome to hear! Also with phones at least with third party apps. DJI is keeping the bluetooth pretty open on these so that's great for us users to get some versatility from these.

[@moneyboys2010]

I can’t wait until someone test this in real time.

[@ridingwithmrP]

Wow great vid, great info will this dji mic 2 work the same with my action 3 do you think...Paul

[@PatchedBandit]

Only works with action 4 unfortunately

[@ridingwithmrP]

@@PatchedBandit ok thanks for a speedy reply 😀👍

[@JoATTech]

WOW ... this is great news. Not sure I need Action4, but when I need action camera, guess which one I'm going to get :D.

[@PatchedBandit]

This is gonna swing many towards DJI for sure 😄

[@OffSheGoesADV]

This is awesome news. I wonder, do the mic automatically connect when you turn them both on or do you have to make sure it's connected every time you turn the camera on? I'm just asking because I use the quick record-setting, where the camera turns off in between clips to save battery throughout the day.

[@PatchedBandit]

If the mic is ON.. the quick capture seems to be working ok. Camera connects to the mic automatically after quick capture is activated. Mic needs to be in range and turned on. I tested this a few times after making this video but I don't have experience with it on the "field" yet.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

@@PatchedBandit Thank you! That is helpful 😊

[@nileshshirke1060]

@@PatchedBanditthank you this is quite helpful! Do you know if the mic once turned on can remain ON throughout or it will auto shut or go in sleep mode.

[@idolBigman]

Can you connect a Cardo Intercom with that setup? Osmo Action 4 + Dji Mic 2 + Cardo Packtalk Black

[@PatchedBandit]

I have no idea 🤷‍♂️

[@Italjohn]

Do you know if it's possible to connec the Action 4 to Sena or Cardo motorcycle intercoms?

[@PatchedBandit]

Wirelessly I'm 99% sure it's not possible now. I'm personally not interested in that as both of those offer very poor audio quality at best compared to real microphone systems.

[@pablomaresca]

Still looking for a way to record SENA 50S conversation between several riders. Can’t find the way.

[@PatchedBandit]

@NomadSweden has a video about intercoms and motovlogging but as this is something I have never looked in to I'm not sure if it's going to help you with 50S. You should check it out though: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ammnZZeZbtOHlcU

[@theodorstravels]

Another thing that tilts my preference towards DJI. Did you try out the dual channel recording yet? How quickly does it connect to the camera, when you turn it on?

[@PatchedBandit]

I only have 1 of these mics as at the moment they only sell it with the pocket 3. The firmware data states that at least at the moment it only supports 1 being connected to the osmo action 4. I hope this will change in the future. If not I will probably keep using my dual mic rode setup on most videos. The connection is pretty much immediate even when quick starting video recording. This from the few times I have tested this indoors.

[@Bojingforever1]

where to get it and what is the model and last is how much'

[@PatchedBandit]

dji.com, Manufacturer named this mic "DJI Mic 2"

[@EbikeReviews]

I use my action camera and also my smart phone. Is it possible to connect the mic to the smart phone without using the flimsy little adapter plug?

[@PatchedBandit]

YES! It should work with third party camera apps. Check this @ZanderRound video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpXUhJmrpNhlrLs

[@DjZog96]

Nice informative video, exactly what I was looking for ✌ I have a question: As a Motorcycle rider I'm thinking about getting the Action 4 and a wireless mic since it's working software-wise, can you confirm that I can just buy the mic without the case nor the receiver? the price goes down from case 250€, tx+rx 160€ to 100€ for just the dji mic. Also do you think it's better to wait for the the DJI Mic 2 or just go for the V1?

[@PatchedBandit]

Mic2 is not sold at the moment as it only comes with the pocket 3. The old mic versions dont have this functionality. You need to wait for the mic 2 to be sold separately.

[@grintelas]

Nice video man! Can you please tell me why i have a delay between 3 or even 23 seconds to conect between action cam and mic 2?

[@PatchedBandit]

Mine is pretty quick to connect but it takes a bit of time. I would check the newest firmware for both. The actioncam you can ofcourse update with the DJI app and phone BUT the DJI Mic 2 needs to be updated manually. Meaning you need to transfer the update file to the mic's memory like it was a usb stick. Google "DJI Mic 2 firmware update"

[@grintelas]

@@PatchedBandit i did that....but still

[@PatchedBandit]

I usually keep my mic on all the time and only shut of the camera at times. This way I haven't had any crazy connection times but it's bluetooth so it's always gonna take a few before it is online.

[@TinyGarage88]

Can you connect 2 mic at the same time?

[@PatchedBandit]

Right now its only 1. I do hope they will enable dual mic in future update.

[@SouthernBoyzRyde]

Great vid, do you know if any of this will work with the action 3, is there any updates for the action 3 or have they tossed it to the way side

[@PatchedBandit]

No updates so far. There might be hardware limitations on the 3 🤔

[@SouthernBoyzRyde]

@@PatchedBandit for what I do it might be fine for now anyway, thanks

[@biskero]

great finding!!! did you need to do firmware update on the DJI Action 4? what about Action 3?

[@PatchedBandit]

Newest firmware was just released for OA4 for this to work. OA3 is not supported.

[@biskero]

@@PatchedBandit thx got the update! The mic is not sold as standalone product yet :(

[@PatchedBandit]

Sadly not. Hoping they will release it soon.

[@piotrshadok359]

Is it works only with DJ mic? Can I use it directly to my intercom?

[@PatchedBandit]

Only with the dji mic

[@purplecookie687]

Can we use both mics at the same time?

[@PatchedBandit]

Not with OA4. With pocket 3 you can.

[@orlandoricardo2328]

I have Osmo Action 4 and I want to DJI realase this dji mic 2 for my camera I don't want to buy the OSMO POCKET 3 I don't like it. Do you know about it it could be selling separated to osmo pocket only.

[@PatchedBandit]

Im 99% sure they will release it soon separately. Would be foolish for them not to..

[@nileshshirke1060]

I hope DJI fixes a bug where it takes 5 to 6 seconds to connect to external micro everytime we do quick record

[@swiftbutfun6316]

I'm looking at getting an osmo action 4 so fingers crossed they release the mic in its own. Can you make a motorcycle video with thie set up explaining how it works and maybe how to edit too. Thank you.

[@PatchedBandit]

I will make an in depth vlogging setup video as soon as possible 🙂 It's gonna go to next year as I have some other videos on the works but it's coming for sure 😊

[@swiftbutfun6316]

@@PatchedBandit excellent, i will definitely be watching out for that 👍

[@MT_20_24]

Just got bought the dji osmo action 4,Can anyone help with What setting do you recommend to get best smooth 4k settings for street vlogging ?

[@PatchedBandit]

Well the field of view is a matter of taste but I see no reason to use anything else than normal rocksteady stabilisation on the DJI actioncams. I have an older video comparing the different modes on the channel you might want to check out.. it's not vlogging but still might be useful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2qmm4OvbMyfrLs

[@MT_20_24]

⁠hey thank you for responding 👃

[@lifewithwheels47]

Hey brother you could brought the DJI mic adaptor for osmo action 4 it works 100% trust me... (3.5mm) Cause i dont want take risk for every motorider voice is major play role recording it... Cause its connected to wireless... And for indoor and outdoor exploring 'GRENARO WIRELESS MIC' works pretty good have a look into that model... Safe ride from india...

[@PatchedBandit]

I've done all my videos in this channel with wireless mics. DJI wireless mic 1 and most rescent ones with Rode Wireless Pro. I get the appeal of wired lav mics for ease of use and failproof system BUT: OA4 is still not waterproof with the wired adapters and there is no way of recording 2 channels to the same video track. There are many solutions available and you are correct the most failproof, easy and cheap solution is the DJI Mic adapter for 3.5mm microphones. This is what I would recommend anyone starting to make motovlogs too :)

[@SW-Video]

So with an Action 4 camera all you would need is one transmitter? No receiver?

[@PatchedBandit]

Yes! Exactly. Only a transmitter and also notable is that it still only accepts 1 transmitter at a time so no stereo dual mic setups like the Pocket 3 has.

[@SW-Video]

@@PatchedBandit Thank you. I just found them on Amazon for just the TX for $99 so I ordered one. As usual, it will take a couple of weeks for them to ship it though. Thanks again!

[@OnhanVielaPitkaMatka]

Thank You for the video! Do you know if DJI MIC 2 works with Osmo Action 3 without a receiver? I have an Osmo action 3 and I don't want to buy Action 4 for it. Osmo Pocket 3 is on my shopping list.

[@PatchedBandit]

It doesn't as of now at least. I believe the newest firmware for the OA3 is (v01.03.10.30) and there is no mention of this in the release notes. I juts tried to see if my OA3 would download a newer upgrade and there is nothing pushed to the app and the device right now does not have this option enabled. In summary I don't think DJI is going to push this to OA3 but it would be a pleasant surprise if that happens later.

[@OnhanVielaPitkaMatka]

@@PatchedBandit Ok, Thanks! I can wait to next spring and make a decision then. This year I only bought Insta 360 x3, OA3, GoPro 11 and 12, DJI Mic system, DJI Mini 3 Pro drone and lot of other microphone accesories 😅😭

[@PatchedBandit]

It's an endless moneypit 😅 But that's with everyone making videos. There are bound to be some unnecessary purchases too.. Good that I don't need any super expensive RED camera gear. These things are affordable compared to some youtubers :)

[@OnhanVielaPitkaMatka]

@@PatchedBandit It's not a real hobby if you don't spend all your money on it 😉

[@greggh]

I'm guessing that the Action 5 will have a built in 2.4 GHz wireless receiver to work with the mic 2 like the Pocket 3.

[@PatchedBandit]

You mean dual mics? Single mic seems to work ok with the action 4 now with the newest firmware

[@greggh]

@@PatchedBandit No. I mean that I think the Action 5 will have the same built in 2.4 GHz wireless receiver as the Pocket 3, so it will have high quality wireless audio that won't have to use the lower quality Bluetooth connection.

[@PatchedBandit]

Hope so. Also hoping for same dual mic support. This would perfect this setup for my use cases.

[@sumitino]

We can only hope!

[@user-ky7px7on3z]

What's name of this microphone?

[@PatchedBandit]

DJI Mic 2

[@WargodFilms]

If dji make a Bluetooth mic like this that is compatible with any device cameras iPhone androids etc it will sell crazy

[@PatchedBandit]

This works with phones too. And even some competitor cameras like Insta360. Iphone does need a third party camera app but it does work.

[@grahamjones7070]

Just to make sure...can you connect 2 Mics to the Action 4 via Bluetooth or just the one??

[@PatchedBandit]

Still just one. I doubt this wont be changing.

[@grahamjones7070]

@@PatchedBandit Can't understand why not ,you can with the P3. Why didn't they incorporate a receiver into the A4 like they have with the P3,it doesn't make sense.

[@PatchedBandit]

Probably different bluetooth hadware on the actioncam. Just guessing.

[@grahamjones7070]

@@PatchedBandit Hopefully they'll update it in the future, thanks for answering 👍

[@MTBs]

Nice! Can it connect to an iPhone (wireless) too?

[@PatchedBandit]

YES! It should work with third party camera apps. Check this @ZanderRound video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpXUhJmrpNhlrLs

[@MTBs]

@@PatchedBandit Excellent. Thank you!

[@Indo_Swiss]

I almost not to bay 😂😂😂 that small boy😂😂😂

[@PatchedBandit]

🤷‍♂️

[@Indo_Swiss]

@@PatchedBanditSo tell me pls if I can bay only Transmetter without receptor( thanks)

[@95turboteggy65]

Pretty cool but it sucks I just bought a dji wireless mic 2 weeks ago lol

[@PatchedBandit]

I feel your pain 😅 Got so many of these already.. not all in this video either ☠️

[@gozamite]

I don't find the problem connecting the microphone to the camera (even I broke 1 adapter because it's not waterproof in insta360). The bigger problem for me is the microphone itself inside the helmet! It doesn't matter if it's wireless or with the wire.

[@PatchedBandit]

Well the mic needs to be where you need the sound recorded.. probably not gonna change any time soon :D

[@gozamite]

@@PatchedBandit Sena has quite nice answer! The mic is designed to be inside the helmet (helmet phone) and the helmet phone unit has also the camera... But ofcource this system has also some negative sides.

[@PatchedBandit]

Inserting a lav in the helmet is super easy so I don’t see the benefit with sena. Also Sena is expensive, heavy and the connection to any camera is complex.

[@gozamite]

@@PatchedBandit Sena 50C has 4K camera in it.

[@PatchedBandit]

Getting engine sound is not possible and camera quality is horrific compared to gopro, dji or any other actioncam on the market today.

[@PlastaSin]

Only one DJI Mic 2 transmitter can be connected.

[@Notmex1x]

Not its not, he actually connected it see the full video

[@PatchedBandit]

Sadly at the moment this seems to be the case. I hope they will come later with the upgrade to use 2 like the pocket 3 does.

[@glasgowharleyrider]

That mic compatible with action 3 I wonder ? 🤔

[@PatchedBandit]

No. At least for now.

[@glasgowharleyrider]

Quick reply . Many thanks friend . I need the 4 . 3 has been a bit of a rushed , fail release imo​@@PatchedBandit

[@PatchedBandit]

There are issues with the current firmware also with the 4 and this mic. Check my newesr vid where I test the combo while riding. DJI will hopefully release an upgrade that will fix it but as of now it is not fully ready.

[@Bikepacking]

Why dont they have that for the first mic

[@PatchedBandit]

Could be some differences in the bluetooth cabability or they just don't want to innovate to old products to support sales of the new one.. Why I suspect the problem is in the hardware is that the old mic doesn't get firmware updates as far as I know. So I think the hardware and software on the old mics is very basic.

[@Bikepacking]

@@PatchedBandit i just bought the dji mic lol 3 weeks ago but if i just use the mic and record internally then just sink it in editing same thing

[@PatchedBandit]

Bit more work but yes it works 🙂 one issue is that OA4 rec doesnt start and stop the mic recording so syncing a long day of shooting is painful 😅

[@Bikepacking]

@@PatchedBandit good point

[@photographiezautrement]

Insta360 Ace Pro works with DJI Mic 2 until the beginning.

[@PatchedBandit]

Interesting. I Need to check this out!

[@photographiezautrement]

@@PatchedBandit you must use « AirPods » option. Note that it doesn’t work with GoPro

[@BassManStrikes]

Can you pair 1 mic to two cameras? That would be cool 😎 it should be possible.

[@PatchedBandit]

I could not get this to work. It seems it wont connect to Pocket 3 if it is connected to Action 4 and vice versa. Also I needed to do the "pairing dance" again every time if I want to change the mic to the other camera.

[@primefocusphotography]

@@PatchedBandit Can confirm. I tested this last night after updating the Action 4. The mic can only pair to one device at a time. It will not auto pair back to the Pocket 3 after paring to the Action 4, it must be done manually back and forth.

[@Kirkster131]

I tested this as well only one device paired at a time right now. Better not turn off the LEDs or turn them back on before you finish filming for the day…

[@JoATTech]

Update notes says uou can connect 1. But seems also you can record 32bit float to Action4 directly. This is huge.

[@PatchedBandit]

True. Updated the desc. When I saw the notes. I need to test the float myself. That would be huge.

[@JoATTech]

@@PatchedBandit Pocket3 records 32bit float to SD card from Wireless Mic 2. Lately it also saves internal mic as backup track in separate file. So you got 2 recordings. Maybe this will be the case for Action 4 in next update (or maybe it's already in place) - called "Build-in Mic Audio Backup"

[@PatchedBandit]

I thought the 32bit float was only saved in the mic's internal memory. I could be wrong as I haven't played with this yet.

[@JoATTech]

@@PatchedBandit When you check 32bit float option in menu it saves 32bit float into camera also (pocket3). I think I've seen it in your video in Action4 menu too. Also Normal color profile for Pocket3 is also 10bit.

[@PatchedBandit]

I tested this today and I'm 99% sure the 32bit is only saved in the mics internal memory. The two audio tracks I compared from the video and internal memory are in fact different. The float internal recording doesn't peak and the camera recorded track gets crackly slightly easier even though it performs really well. I suspect DJI has some auto leveling inside the mic but it's not 32BIT in the video file. What is extra super nice is that the camera can start and stop the mic's internal recordings with the start and stop of video recording from the camera. So you end up with same amount of files (in theory). The audio sync between the files is not 100% perfect but it's easy to align in editing.

[@roninr8199]

When will you test with helmet.

[@PatchedBandit]

As soon as I can. I will probably do a more in depth video about my setup after I get spikes under my honda CRF300L again.

[@roninr8199]

@@PatchedBandit it would have been great if they allowed Bluetooth TWS to work with dji action 4. With go pro 12 we connect intercom and record audio. So we no longer need audio adaptor, media mod wires etc and use go pro 12 in heavy rain too

[@PatchedBandit]

True. That would open a lot of options even though I don't love the sound quality from some intercom systems especially used as a standalone only mic. This is recorded with the old manual DJI Wireless mic set and the motor sound is nice to have: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHfSo6GthZabjNE

[@Misterdave998]

This European man misterPatch is sexy. He’s so enthusiastic about technology ❤❤😘😘😘😘

[@PatchedBandit]

I'm a bit scared but all the love for you too 😂❤️✌️

[@tshansen]

Well, the fact that the action 3 and 4 is still having huge issues with stabilisation and shutter speed, it still does not come close to the other competitors on the market. The micro jitter and way DJI has solved this is just absolutely rubbish in an action cam. But this update is a huge step in the right direction. I know gopro can connect your AirPods etc, so I would imagine this is something we will see in every action cam next year.

[@PatchedBandit]

I hope you are right. We deserve some focus on SOUND after these past horrific adapter solutions 😄

[@tshansen]

@@PatchedBandit Haha imagine all the extra weight we can save on the helmets

[@Viosified]

I used to see some jitters in my OA4 whenever I use ND filters in manual mode. I stopped using ND filters and use the camera in auto with the shutter speed set to 1/100 - 1/8000 in 4k 24fps. Now, I don't see them jitters anymore. I don't know, it could be my settings or it could be DJI's bug fixes in recent firmware updates, or both 😊

[@roninr8199]

With go pro 12 you can directly record audio using Bluetooth intercom from helmet. Read that when we use quick capture Bluetooth gets disconnected.

[@PatchedBandit]

..quality of audio with airpods or intercoms is not at the same level probably? And the mentioned stability is a problem. I need to be a 100% sure everything works all the time or I’m gonna loose a lot of footage and time.

[@18S_TD]

If you don’t paint a 🙂on that microphone and wear it in your next video, I’m unsubscribing….after your follow-up video to the Rally Raid forks.

[@PatchedBandit]

😅 It’s coming 🙏 I’m moving my life from city to another so a bit delayed on videos 😅

[@freelyroaming]

Don't buy the hype! 😆

[@PatchedBandit]

🤣 The hype was about the 'big sensor' though 🙂 I think this is worth hyping 😄

[@freelyroaming]

@@PatchedBandit I happen to think the bigger sensor IS a major upgrade

[@PatchedBandit]

Can be for some that's absolutely true 😊 I would say it's minor for most normal users though. Hence the title of my video 😄 You are a pro user so absolutely. For myself the change is not really meaningful. I do use the 4 as my main helmet cam but still the 3 is with me on most rides and it creates (for me) just great video. This audio update is a very big reason to go for the newest camera though. I have updated the description of my previous vid.

[@freelyroaming]

@@PatchedBandit it's probably a bigger deal for average users than you think. An average user often shoot in various lighting conditions from indoors to fading light on auto mode. Pro users know how to make a lesser sensor like in the OA3 perform better but the OA4 will do it automatically without the user knowing anything. There is a difference between not caring about the improved video quality to not needing it. Normal users probably don't care if a shot didn't look good in low light but the improvement in the OA4 is substantial for everyone.

[@PatchedBandit]

But I didnt like the settings oa4 chose automatically in low light. In my use case lowering shutter speed more than oa3 is not beneficial. Also noise reduction at default levels was crazy bad even compared to oa3. I agree and slightly dont at the same time. I was not sold on the sensor and still stand by that after using both on multiple occations. If we talk about the 'regular joe' using the camera he is not even going to touch the noise reduction settings in most cases. Also people shooting manual that might benefit on the dynamic range are advanced users. Of course it is a matter of taste also. Some people will prefer the "moother" more beautified look on low light of the OA4 but in my use case I prefer less blurry every time. What comes for my use case some videos I can control everything and some are ride videos that take 8 hours to film. I don't have time to set up shots or control the camera settings bit by bit on those occations so I tend to just trust the camera defaults with most settings.

[@advseeker]

Take my money!

[@PatchedBandit]

YESSS!! 🤪

[@skybluetenere]

Sounds pretty interesting and maybe brings me a step closer to video from photo. @tshansen I hope GoPro12 offers a similar feature for you.

[@PatchedBandit]

I wonder if Gopro has a problem as they have no MIC's on their product line so far.. DJI just dropped a big bom for the whole action cam market for sure. For me this is a gamechanger as I can record audio even in the toughest of conditions from now on and I need less actual devices on the helmet! 😊

[@tshansen]

Thankfully, I never motorvlog... so this is not a valuable update for me, at all 🙈