DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro - 11 BIG Upgrades from the Action 4

[@phucmapvlog]

In a lot of the comparisons, I feel like the action 4 image looks better straight out of camera

[@DungarooTV]

I own both and must say the Action 4's image looks more natural and just overall nicer! I don't think the features are "leaps and bounds" enough to upgrade for now until more firmware upgrades come through for the Action 5 + the extra rugged body of the 5 is ugly in my opinion looks like a bear chewed and spat it out again! The design of the 4 is nicer. What are you currently doing your videos with Anh Phuc?

[@H.pylori]

I agree. I will stick with my Action4.

[@switzmoto]

The crisp video quality of shooting in D-LOGM with the Action 5 Pro is truly outstanding. After comparing it to footage from my Action 4, the difference is remarkable-particularly for those skilled in color grading. The Action 5 Pro offers a noticeable improvement in every frame. While it could benefit from a software update for the normal color mode, it’s not a feature I typically use.

[@DungarooTV]

@@switzmoto How about straight from the action camera? I have both - the Action 4 wins hand down - looks better

[@switzmoto]

@@DungarooTV I tend to avoid using the default settings, as they are somewhat lackluster. However, the Action 5 Pro delivers noticeably more vibrant results compared to the Action 4. By simply reducing the sharpness setting by -2, the Action 5 performs very nicely straight out of the box. Additionally, while the Action 4 tends to blow out highlights, the Action 5 Pro preserves them with better use of HDR. DJI will likely send out an update if enough users aren’t satisfied with the “out of the box” quality.

[@OneOldManRiding]

Hmm... In many examples here, the 4 looks more natural / better to me. - Frank

[@texascarryacademy]

Yup. The image quality looks way better on the 4....

[@ozncmr]

You guys need to see a eye doctor

[@Andy.Garcia]

Well count me in also, and I just saw the eye Dr! The 4 looks better to me also!!

[@chipoko1838]

Agreed. The 4 looks quite a bit better.

[@dayeah765caoni3]

@@Andy.GarciaNeed a new doctor

[@mokisan]

Low light still seems better in ace pro I guess. Waiting for the ace pro 2, action 4 and go pro 13 comparison

[@jarren444]

I bought an action 4 adventure package last year I’m still in love with it. These action cameras are becoming like cell phone revamps & releases. I like to fully learn all about device’s capabilities before moving up just for a newer version.

[@jarren444]

Both however are still fantastic choices✌🏾

[@KyDotDee.]

I’ve just purchased and started using the Osmo Action 5 Pro. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. THANK YOU DJI❤️!

[@DutchyTrailBlaze]

The 4 is better and the winner

[@kurotaka007]

Very solid video clearly summarizing key features and benefits! You’re a trustworthy reviewer! If I was a KZbin product reviewer…I’d really be insulted by GoPro’s latest release. DJI actually gives a hoot about their customers. Whilst GP remains clueless. Congratulations to you and your husband on your latest family addition! God bless!

[@sandraking856]

Thanks for another informative review and congratulations on your new baby, your little man must be so proud to be a big brother.😊

[@TFSOutdoors]

Thank you so much for this, I changed from GoPro to DJI about a year ago due to the constant unreliability of the GoPro and its the best thing I ever did. This looks good and I was really interested how is stacked up against the new GoPro 13. The new features are exciting and better than I expected. Thank you for sharing.

[@luttisaari]

I changed the GoPro 11 Osmo 4 and I am very satisfied. I have two OA 4 now.

[@vivi21channel]

I love the new A5 Pro! Unfortunately I just bought A4 last year.. i don't think i will change to the new A5 Pro..

[@GearWave]

Just picked mine up....can't wait to get some footage and pictures...48 gigs of internal storage.. game changer..

[@dkjens0705]

I use my action camera for scuba diving (in a housing) only. I sold my GoPro10 Hero due to problems and got the OA4, couldn't be more happy. The built in WB sensor does a good job to bring back colors underwater (the screen and recordings actually often look better than real life) but for vibrant colors you still need to do some post production work. I like how the 5PRO IMHO has better skin tones and colors pop a bit more. It absolutely shows shadows better without blowing out highlights. I hope it will do a better job underwater with colors since I am too lazy to post prod my videos before I send to dive customers (free anyway). For underwater, external lenses, one for wide angle and seamless over/under and one for macro or close up, plus a holder will run you $500 in the US, more outside the US, so a considerable investment compared to the price of the camera but at least they will work on both 4 and 5PRO. A 5PRO is probably on te list for the new year, but so is ........... ha ha. Nice review, thank you.

[@zjunlimited]

Very nice review, thank you. Any thoughts on the new firmware update on the 5? And does it make the 5 even better?

[@bonexsher]

I have GoPro 10 was thinking to upgrade 13 but now think I'm going for the Osmo thanks😎

[@Usiakewycz]

I don’t know but I think game doesn’t look changed

[@gratiaification]

I'm in the market for an action camera to give my husband at Xmas... This video puts the action 5 pro at the top of the list. Great video, and I look forward to your future comparison videos.

[@martyngreen1170]

Good job, agree that 5 pro is the best on market now

[@joseyong]

I was debating keeting the 4 but the much better battery, internal storage, dual dji mic 2 is enough to return the 4 for the 5

[@scottoconnor]

Great video as usual. The better low light performance alone has won me over. Better battery life is also a huge bonus. I'll definitely be upgrading from my Action 4 and getting this camera at some point! Go pro is really going to have to step up their game now if they want to stay in it!

[@rayflores8411]

Great video! Glad to find your channel. Are there any lens that we can add like a wide angle?

[@BenCPhotog]

Hey.. thanks for the video. Is there a gimbal that would work well for the OA5pro?

[@PaulCHarris]

Super excited about many features, but the action 4 5:13 image looks better to me. It brightens her face without blowing out the highlights. Just looks much more pleasing.

[@Kingfisher1]

Nice video but you left out a critical concern. The extended battery life is at least partially due to the dramatic drop in the Action 5 bitrate compared to the Action 4.

[@chaxologist2024]

Will be a fabulous upgrade from my current DJI Action 3!

[@Bigfish1day]

Dang, I’ve only had my 4 for 2 months, guess I’ll have two cameras now. I don’t usually get the new version of things but this one is definitely worth it. Too bad they didn’t add GPS. Thanks for the great review.

[@cliffcreates]

Does it have independent volume control for each of the mics? Thanks and keep up the great work :)

[@DanMcCain-f6w]

The DJI action 4 can also display on both screens simultaneously while recording video, but it is limited up to 4K50 fps. That's not a typo - at 50 fps it still allows simultaneous live view whereas at 60 fps you have to decide which screen is on at a given time. You're the first reviewer I saw who addressed this. Can you please verify both screens can show live streaming at all resolutions and frame rates with the 5 pro?

[@DanMcCain-f6w]

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[@vîvî-u4c]

Still waiting for Insta 360 Then we'll see which one get thank you for sharing

[@AjaySingh-228]

It's pretty cool Mam.. a long battery and better image quality...I got DJI action 3 its pretty cool too

[@benjaminzac_Man_Wi_A_Tan]

Some great new features. Screens are bigger and oled, internal memory, longer battery life, two mic connections, and tracking feature.

[@paulgero]

The two mikes going into the camera and the added battery life!!

[@mvboutdoors]

I really like the OA4 but the picture quality just wasnt on part with the GP at the time. Also, Linear mode still had too much warping for my taste. I hope the comparison video with the gopro 13 includes a good linear comparison.

[@TobyNorthEN]

DJI seems to REALLY pay attention to consumer "needs" and feedback and address the frustrations across the industry (battery life, audio, etc.). God help the industry if DJI ever ventured into the 360 camera market. Great video!

[@RonaldBrown59]

It's a very solid upgrade to the Action 4. Great comparison, and thanks for sharing.

[@KevGoesRiding]

that battery life improvement is insane. probably the biggest feature to me. I'm not a fan of the new HDR style rendering though

[@AJ-cs8pt]

great video ! Clear, well spoken and good content.

[@JaredDoyle76]

Mine arrives in few days. Looking forward to the upgrade from the Action 3.

[@ArcticExploring]

Can't wait to get mine, only hope it will be totally worth the upgrade

[@AdventureTravelandScuba]

Awesome video is the screen size front and back same size as the action 4?

[@arlencarlson]

Just started watching and I already like the colors on the new camera better. MIght finally be time to replace my GoPro 11. If only I could justify this purchase.

[@stratolestele7611]

Very helpful review. 5 out of 5 stars. Looks like this will be my next camera.

[@DarusEifler]

Hi, thank you for the video. Do you know if the dji quick release system is interchangeable between the 4 & 5?

[@Gemini_Connect]

It is. Also works with the Action 3.

[@carvalhonj]

I trust the reviews you make on this channel. Thank you

[@dyong888]

Nice video. But what about Global Positioning? Seems nobody has mentioned that. Can it be done through the Mimo app? Have it connected while recording? What accessory do I need to have the positioning recorded with the video?

[@davepov]

Your reviews have gotten so good. I appreciate you taking the time to do them, especially with a newborn! I watched your comparison video featuring the OSMO Action 4, Insta360 Ace Pro and GoPro Hero 13. Based on that and other research, I was leaning toward the OSMO for my new action camera. Now with the "5" version out, I'm sold...it's the OSMO Action 5 for me! I do disagree with you on one negative point..."it's difficult to use a mic other than the DJI wireless." I own another wireless brand and a beautiful Shotgun mic. I was encouraged by the fact that DJI offers a small, inexpensive add-on device that allows you to plug in any mic with a 3.5mm male plug and you can still use the cage with it. That's crucial to me because I too do some VLOGing.

[@MoroccanReflections]

Great review. Can you share the process of filming vertical videos on the Action 4? 🙏

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Another excellent review! Can’t wait to upgrade my 4 to the new 5 Pro!

[@flyingclose]

No reason for that

[@Tonellacam]

I got that I didn't need to upgrade from this vid

[@ennmin]

in this video 00:30 , have you edited the color grading ? or it's raw straight from record to posting ?

[@E9ONE1]

Aloha~just got my action5 i have noticed after first video recording under the sun is too dark...I have checked all the settings...what am I doing wrong here...thx

[@Edvanfleury]

I dont know why DJI, Go pro and other action camera manufacturer insist in release an unnecessary new camera every year. This new camera from DJI is not even a "pro" it is just an updated version from the previous model. It should be named as "Action 4 pro" instead not really a 5th generation camera.

[@AskIveSolar]

I just shared a similar sentiment. The price is even low for them with a "new" release

[@noytv1349]

Business as usual.

[@redalvarez0812]

It looks better on your iPhone capturing those action cam 😊 what iPhone is that anyway?

[@jonahkaiguam]

Does the Action 5 support pressing the Power Button on the Mic 2 to turn on/off the Noise Cancellation? Does the Internal Mic 2 work as well like on the Pocket 3?

[@jetcleanpro2384]

Using the mic 2, does it record sound straight onto SD card in camera, or do you have to sync audio with video in post. Thanks

[@thomasjparks]

Excellent review. You might want to add the price ($349.00) to the video or the video description.

[@neilwheel]

A filter thread that doubles up as a wide lens hood, underneath the lens bumper ring, would be nice and not require any internal soft or hard ware.

[@johnkiefer1314]

I like the video quality of the new sensor and processing. Does it look to be on par with the Osmo Pocket 4 at 4k 30 or 60?

[@SonnyBCreative]

pocket is more natural

[@NoFate247]

Really great review, appreciate the honesty. I'm sure it's hard to remove the bias when they send you the camera for free but think you did a solid job.

[@NoFate247]

@@Life_of_John safe to say she got it for free, which is fine. It only went on sale a few hours ago and her video is live..... I'm sure she's got dozens of action cameras so getting one for free isn't really going to WOW her into lying about her review and potentially hurt her reputation with her subscribers

[@Gemini_Connect]

Camera was sent by DJI to test and review for this video. No $$ was paid.

[@Life_of_John]

​@@NoFate247good point. But maybe a little biased. I've heard dji can blacklist u. Just watching back, and she does say its supported by you guys. Sunscribers. Mmm.. i wish these youtubers just say, it was a free gift. Job done.

[@NoFate247]

@@Life_of_John Dji and GOPRO Def. blacklist people who bash them. I've seen them conveniently "stop" sending cameras to people who go hard on the paint when pointing out flaws or drawbacks

[@Life_of_John]

@@NoFate247 I've heard that too.

[@mp95bravo]

thanks, was waiting for this camera for the longest, great video

[@seb1things1]

Well great review, so I ll get the dji action 4 as it looks better image, after all that is all that counts. Cheers

[@philharrisonphotographyvid2558]

Nice review thanks. Will it connect automatically to the DJI mic 1? Or just the 2? Thanks

[@alexxenaosas2416]

works with both !

[@parshua]

Thanks for the review. The footage looks much smoother and less artifact prone to me. But the skin tones look out of wack. Did you miss the exposure and fixed it in post, or is it really what comes out of the camera?

[@Gemini_Connect]

Footage is straight out of camera and unedited except for the D-Log M bit.

[@parshua]

@@Gemini_Connect Thanks.

[@NoFate247]

Can you do "burst mode" for short high speed filming 4k 240fps?

[@hikmetyolcu_en]

What are remarkable in DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro: 1) Night shot is way better. 2) Battery life is remarkably developed. 3) Internal storage for almost 48gb is added. 4) Subject Tracking is cool and useful. 5) Daily shots are relatively more natural. You can add if i missed something.

[@Tonellacam]

lets be honest both the 4 and 5 footage at night looks bad , but im not really an action sports at night type person lol

[@hikmetyolcu_en]

@@Tonellacam I think in this video, there are remarkable improvement but yeah still needs to be better

[@MarkMosher]

Thanks for side-by-side comparison. I’m a musician and currently use GoPro Hero 12 to record audio with internal mics. Ends up Hero 12 records stereo with internal mics. Does Action 5 have stereo capability with internal mics?

[@viajay]

with the DJI mic connected, does the camera still use its internal mic to have a backup or catch sound in addition to the external mic?

[@AskIveSolar]

The DJI 4 pro is all I hear. : ) Even the price doesn't scream "new iteration" One thing to be hopeful about is them adding features through updates and fine tuning video quality

[@MESTER47]

Greetings from Mercer Island. Which one you’ll buy if you’ll choose btw the new go pro and the new osmo action camera? Thank you.

[@Gemini_Connect]

I prefer these new features on the OA5, but the GoPro Macro lens is also really handy to have. Depends on which features are more important to you. Full comparison video coming soon!

[@dannyarroway4187]

Just finished watching your GoPro Hero 13 video and this one is even better! I think I will be picking up the DJI 5! Thanks as always for doing this. p.s. Congrats to you and your family on the new addition and all the best!

[@22welcome]

Action 5 , big five 🖐️

[@Dont_eatmy-churro]

With D-LOG you can make it look like the 5 EASY. 😊

[@ToddYuzuriha]

When doing long, continuous recordings with the Action 5 Pro, are there any gaps in the recording? For instance the Insta360 X3 has an annoying 14 second gap every 30 minutes.

[@Gemini_Connect]

I haven’t noticed any. The Action 5 tends to record continuously in one file, not breaking it up into smaller files like GoPro.

[@ToddYuzuriha]

@@Gemini_Connect Thanks for your reply! That's very helpful.

[@ISLANDVIBE2]

Please do a review of DJI Action 5 photos compared to GoPro Hero 13, etc. Always enjoy your videos content. A great help for decision making. Thanks to your Top Quality Reviews.

[@sevketevli6927]

Very good info, thanks for all your hard work

[@Northern_Rockhopper]

I currently use the go pro 12 and looking to update my set up with a wireless microphone. Is it worth buying the osmo 5 with the dji mic 2?

[@jimellison3358]

Great Video and congratulations on your new baby.

[@zezem]

They could use internal storage for the default location for higher FPS slow motion. Makes sense; they might be able to pump those numbers?

[@jyk4]

do you still have the both cameras? Do the same filters/lens cover fit to both cameras?

[@richardweddle3408]

Thanks for this review. Can the Action5 record to an external SSD? and is there an attachment for that? Also, does it overheat and shutdown?

[@Gemini_Connect]

Not sure about SSD recording. I did 5 battery life tests and never had the camera shut down due to overheating. Each time it stopped running when the battery ran out.

[@richardweddle3408]

@@Gemini_Connect -- a card can't record as long as the battery lasts in 4K 16x9 mode, though, can it?

[@justincosplay]

Can the front facing screen be turned off ?

[@stueaves4286]

can't believe nobody has replied to this comment... any with an action 5 should be able to answer this.... did you ever find out??

[@justincosplay]

@@stueaves4286 yep can be switched off.... its loving it so far

[@aiexbadboy]

Thanks for the great review as always. I think gopro20 will be able to compete against dji osmo 5pro if they still exist by then.

[@ChesterPaulSgroi]

Great and concise to the point review; thank you!

[@genesissmith9241]

I watched this video on a desktop with a 30 inch PC monitor with a fairly expensive VGA to produce good detailed images so it is impossible to be wrong, and the result is that the DJI OA4 has better image quality than the DJI OA 5 pro

[@petzlju]

Wow Game Changer for sure Thank you great video

[@H.pylori]

Great comparison video. You always give quality reviews. I am not an expert like you, but in most of the comparisons, the Action 4 looked better. Thanks for the video and thumbs up.

[@TheSlipperySlope]

Thanks for the review!

[@EvanReinheimer]

Great explanation. Thank you!

[@stefpix]

Does the Photo Burst mode is available for both JPG and RAW at 40 megapixels?

[@BikingBadwithTC]

Does it allow Bluetooth connecting for none DJI wireless mics? Thanks for reviewing, pointing out the most notable features.

[@Gemini_Connect]

It works with DJI Mic 2 transmitters, but no wireless connection with the original DJI Mic (would need to use receiver with it).

[@BikingBadwithTC]

@@Gemini_Connect Thanks. After 10 years using GoPro for MTBing, I’m making a switch to DJI. GoPro was once the clear leader, has been for many years, but not anymore.

[@soldierken]

I love the review and video. I am only trying to be helpful but looking at the side-by-side comparison clips without looking at what camera was which......I thought the clips of the Action 4 were the better!.....It teaches me that the size of the sensor is not as important as one may think. I will save in my piggy bank for the Action 4 and save lots of money. Great review though.

[@ayadav05]

I think 4 is fine for me, will continue with that

[@teompa]

Do the new batteries on the Osmo Action 5 charge noticeably faster? Osmo Action 4 batteries were slow to charge compared to Osmo Pocket 3.

[@mr.commander3947]

ANY difference between action 5 and the pocket 3 ?? do they have pocket 5 ?? what is better ?? thx

[@andyjames7534]

Does the accessories such as the cage from the 4 work with this new 5?

[@NINE9944]

Yes, they are compatible.😊

[@michaelmiklosofficial]

Pro features a next-gen 1/1.3" sensor with a 2.4 μm pixel size and a high dynamic range of up to 13.5 stops, making it the first action camera with specs that rival professional cameras. Images can be captured in 10-bit. 4 hour battery life.

[@pagpapaitim]

gonna wait till the 6 comes out.

[@poormansmichaelbay]

Just wondering, do you still have to register with DJI to use their cameras?

[@dayeah765caoni3]

Yes. Or you can skip DJI and be stuck with the dying gopoop

[@geotechlb]

Yes and DJI mimo is having a few problems with android devices my Xiaomi 13t pro app kept crashing had to download to my wife's Samsung and activate that way but luckily light cut works perfectly on my phone to download and edit videos.

[@DirtyBoots999]

Wow so lovely cam and also you have explained extensively about new features

[@tentipiwildcamping]

Im on holiday in China, visiting the dji flagship store to pick mine up in the morning, was able to pre order this afternoon. Price for adventure combo £352 GBP. Couple of questions, is the form factor same size to fit ulanzi cages, will osmo 3/4 ND filters still fit ? Any new timelapse features like the gopro star mode Cheers Darren

[@ranjithneelamegam3992]

Thank you...🎉 God bless you

[@dubchedford]

Unfortunately, i'm unable to overlay any of the data from garmin connect, or FIT files because there is an issue with the camera that video metadata is 1 hour off, so the mimo app can't find "matching" FIT file data. One of the features I was really looking forward to, but looks like as of now it doesn't work. DJI support said they will "relay it to their team". It looks like its some sort of issue with the camera not understanding daylight savings time.

[@letsgod]

If possible, test the DJI 5 battery on the DJI 4 since they are compatible and compare the autonomy, will the DJI4 with the DJI 5 battery have an autonomy very close to the DJI 5?

[@Gemini_Connect]

You can use the Action 4 battery on the Action 5 and vice versa.

[@letsgod]

@@Gemini_Connect Yes, it is compatible, but the autonomy will be as good as the 5 or will the DJI5 have much better energy management and therefore achieve 4 hours of duration.

[@Gemini_Connect]

The Action 5 battery is more powerful, so it lasts longer in either camera.