DJI Osmo Pocket 3 or DJI Osmo Action 4? Which One or Both?

So you're in the market for small compact camera. Which device is going to work best for you? Check out my latest video to consider your best option. I did use D-Log M for both cameras in the video. Would love any thoughts or questions!
*You also can use GyroFlow and use the gyro information built into the Action 4: gyroflow.xyz
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Contents of the video: (KZbin Chapters)
Introduction - 00:00
The Setup - 0:25
1st Comparison - 1:21
Explaining Settings: 3:43
Action 4 Shutter Bump: 4:33
Action 4 180 Rule: 4:48
2nd Comparison: 5:21
3rd Comparison: 5:50
Pros & Cons: 6:47
Closing Thoughts - 10:11
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[@jmmaria]

You sold me on the ACTION 4! I already own the POCKET 3! DJI MIC 2 + DLOG M! Can’t wait to create more content with uniform audio and color science! Btw, you are great! You deserve more views and more subscribers!

[@TravelingAhn]

Hello JM Maria, thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind words and glad to hear my video was able to help you out! I'll check out your channel!

[@Niyke]

Really insightful, I appreciate you taking the time to do this comparison.

[@TravelingAhn]

Why thank you! I love being able to do these types of videos and glad to hear it gave you some insight!

[@GareTheBear]

Great comparison! You did a good job to label and make sure everything is clear to the viewer. Great format!

[@TravelingAhn]

Thank you Garrett! I appreciate the feedback. Yeah, I really appreciate when others do it, so I like to be as explanatory as possible!

[@stanvisualseychelles932]

I really enjoy your video. Well done. Very good positive attitude , calm and clear audio. Keep up the good review. Subscribed :-)

[@TravelingAhn]

Thank you Stan, I really appreciate your kind words and supporting the channel! It means a lot!

[@AntzMr]

Nice review, although I don't have any of these cameras. Good Job!

[@TravelingAhn]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate you supporting the channel with comments on my videos!

[@EvanLindy]

Great video! I definitely prefer the look of the Pocket 3!

[@TravelingAhn]

Thanks Evan, appreciate the feedback! Yeah, Pocket 3 will be used most of the time, but its nice to have the rugged option especially with water. But, hopefully the video was able to convey that you can get by with one choice if you had to choose.

[@ThisOneWalks]

Hey, thanks for the shout out, Adam! I didn't expect that. And thanks for doing these tests. I've been using the OA4 on my vlogging channel and loving it. I want to show as much of the view around me as I can, so that wide field of view is nice. But I'm suffering from Gear Acquisition Syndrome and debating if I should get the Pocket 3 for some night vlogs. I have a DJI OM5 gimbal that I use with my iPhone for a lot of the walks I film. I'm going out to Gwanghwamun one night later this week with it to see how that turns out. If I'm happy with it and can match it up to my OA4 footage well enough, then I'll try to kill that urge to buy the Pocket.

[@TravelingAhn]

Oh goodness...Well, either way....I hope you are happy with whichever choice you decide on. I do have to say that I really love both OP3 and OA4! And of course, I had to shout you out for giving me that awesome tip!!!! Very much appreciated! We should try to connect sometime since we are both in Korea! I also happen to have a DJI OM6 gimbal, but have been thinking of putting it on Karrot. Anyways, thanks again for the tip and supporting my channel too!

[@happydayzee]

Same here also in Seoul and have an iPhone 15 pro with Osmo mobile 6 and debating if I want the pocket 3 or action 4 or both. Omg I don’t need them but I keep watching vids. This video was really good. Thanks.

[@TravelingAhn]

@@happydayzee Well, you do have a great camera phone in the iPhone 15 pro and the DJI Osmo mobile 6 is a great addition. But, there is something to say about the small form factor of the Pocket 3 😂

[@happydayzee]

@@TravelingAhn it's true. tbh i find the gimbal osmo 6 difficult to use. it just swivels on its own even when i dont move. I can't wrap my head around the control directions either. hee hee

[@TravelingAhn]

@@happydayzee I have the Osmo 6 as well, but I can confirm that the Pocket 3 is easier to control!

[@noisackda2564]

Dude! You're super strong! Love this. Very informative.

[@TravelingAhn]

Hey Noi, thanks for watching to the end!!! I know you're not really into these lower-level cameras, but I appreciate you supporting the channel! If I recall, you've got some big arms yourself!

[@noisackda2564]

@@TravelingAhn Naw man. I'm genuinely interested in everything tech-related. These small cameras are great for pushing boundaries. I used to lift a lot more. I just box the heavy bag nowadays for cardio.

[@TravelingAhn]

Oh wow, I heard that's a pretty good workout! Never boxed but really wanted to when I was younger. I was a wrestler back in the ancient days 😂 Yeah, I really love camera tech too, but my knowledge is limited. What do you think of that new Sony with no rollimg shutter?

[@noisackda2564]

@@TravelingAhn Wrestling! You must be American lol. Yeah boxing is rediculous cardio especially at first because it's all mental stress of learning it. The Sony camera with no rolling shutter? Which one is this?

[@TravelingAhn]

@@noisackda2564 Oh...I didn't realize wrestling was known to be an American thing (hahaha). Boxing sounds like something I could get into! Oh, I'm surprised you didn't hear about this being a Sony guy! Its the Sony A9 III, here is a DP Review article: www.dpreview.com/news/7271416294/sony-announces-a9-iii-world-s-first-full-frame-global-shutter-camera?comment=6518588305

[@ItIsTheVeni]

Made present for me and purchased both :D

[@TravelingAhn]

Wow, that's so cool! I can definitely confirm they are an amazing dynamic duo!

[@hike_and_bike]

The image quality from both cameras is fantastic. Osmo Pocket is fine in low light. 🙂

[@TravelingAhn]

Absolutely, I'm happy with both, especially being such a small form factor!

[@hike_and_bike]

@@TravelingAhn I also have these cameras, for me it is a game changer in small cameras.

[@TravelingAhn]

Good minds think alike, I totally agree with you! I really appreciate the small form factor and the fact that you can get such great stabilization and image quality!

[@adz-ql6kv]

I'm in the camp with the Pocket 3 and a GoPro ... waiting for the Action 5 in hopes it will have the 'one inch' sensor.

[@TravelingAhn]

For sure, that seems like the next step DJI should take for the Action 5 since they now have the sensor in the Pocket 3!

[@treysals]

After watching your video and giving the ND filters for the action 4 some thought, wondering if it might make sense to kind of split the difference. Meaning maybe don’t have your shutter speed 1/ 60th but maybe put a ND8 on and have your shutter speed, something more like 1/300 so it will, give a little bit of blur compared to running a shutter speed of 1/1000 for example. Definitely looking for other opinions on it.

[@TravelingAhn]

Hello, I was actually thinking of tinkering around with different settings in regards to the ND filters for the Action 4. That's a good video idea 😀. Thanks for your feedback!

[@biggooseadventures]

Nice video, insta ace pro the best of both worlds. Best low light action camera ever.

[@TravelingAhn]

Yeah, the Insta Ace Pro does have some really nice feature, but I'm all about the ease of use with the DJI Mic 2 working with the Action 4. Thanks for the feedback and support of the channel!

[@smalltowncritic1]

Excellent work, Adam. I've had the Pocket 3 since it came out but I just got an Action 4 for Christmas with a ton of accessories. About to start shooting fishing videos and I absolutely HAD to have the rugged/weatherproof and pre-record features of the Action 4. The comparisons you made confirmed everything I was thinking about the differences between the two. Now to decide which one I'm going to take with me to Europe in a couple of weeks... I want to take both but I'm a bit afraid of putting both at risk at the same time in international transit considering I'm not a very savvy world traveler. I'd be bummed if I lost either one but... losing both would be crushing.

[@TravelingAhn]

So cool to hear this video confirmed what you already felt. Yeah, I'm going on a trip in January but plan on bringing both (maybe reckless) but since they are such a small footprint I can carry them in my "Carry-on" bag in the airplane and my backpack everywhere I go. So I feel like they will be pretty secure. Have an awesome time in Europe! Haven't been there, but hopefully one day!

[@eimage123]

I carry my photographic equipment with me when I travel internationally. It weighs over ten kilograms.😂

[@eimage123]

I'm going to Canada in January and will take some snow shots then.😊@@TravelingAhn

[@TravelingAhn]

@@eimage123 wow, yeah I think I'm going to leave my Sony zv-e10 at home

[@TravelingAhn]

@@eimage123 oh wow, Vancouver? Banff?

[@IndiaDelgado]

Great comparison! To get the shutter speed bump on the action 4 did you leave it on auto? Or did you manually select the shutter speed?

[@TravelingAhn]

When you go into the Auto options, you need to look to the left of the screen and select shutter speed, it will then give you the option for a range of shutter speed (i.e. 100-8000, or 200-8000). So leave on auto but then you manually change the auto range while still technically under "auto" Hope that helps!

[@IndiaDelgado]

@@TravelingAhn hmm not seeing that. Going into manual mode, choosing your shutter speed I have specific options of 1/X but not seeing a range. Would be great if you do a short or a video demonstrating what you mean

[@IndiaDelgado]

@@TravelingAhn never mind. I was selecting manual settings, but I see you can select the range of shutter speed while staying in AUTO mode. I’ve never looked at that before. Thanks! I’ll give this a try! I just picked up the action 4 to accompany the pocket 3 since you can use the DJI mic 2 with both now.

[@TravelingAhn]

@@IndiaDelgado Wow, I think you will be happy that you did! I'm glad you figured it out! Those two little camera's are quite a dynamic duo together!

[@MisterHaynes99]

Is there a storage card included with the combo package? if so, what size? guessing its one of those micro ssd's, will the usb-c cable allow you to retrieve recorded content or do you have to remove the card?

[@TravelingAhn]

Hello, to answer your first question: DJI does not provide a Micro SD card, not sure if many companies do anymore. Second Question: Yes, it is a Micro SD card and you can either take it out and insert into your computer (may need a SD Card adaptor) or your an use the USB C to USB C provided and hook up the Pocket or the Action directly to the computer.

[@misterlhaynes3836]

Sounds good, I’m thinking that DJI MIMO app will allow you to retrieve the content also, thanks for the video.

[@TravelingAhn]

Oh yes, you are totally correct. You can move it via Mimi App to your smartphone or tablet.

[@sanchitgoyal2282]

Hello, To remove those micro jitters we have to set Shutter speed of action 4 between 1/100 - 1/8000, ???

[@TravelingAhn]

During the daytime, yes, setting the shutter speed at the settings will help minimize the micro jitters. It won’t help that much at night, but will assist a little bit. The only way to get rid of the micro Jetters is using a gimbal.

[@sanchitgoyal2282]

@@TravelingAhn Also sir, one thing as there is a inbuilt battery in pocket 3 so what do you think that pocket 3 is going to last like how many years?? Because I have seen comments saying that they own dji pocket 1 and now it is dead for them !!

[@HillPhantom]

Great video! Those micro jitters are a pain huh? Us nerds with our 180 rules lol. I still love my pocket bruv!

[@TravelingAhn]

Thanks so much for checking it out! I'm cool without always following the 180 rule 😂

[@HillPhantom]

@@TravelingAhn yea me to, but I always do feel a bit of shame lol.

[@TravelingAhn]

@@HillPhantom this made me chuckle 😂

[@adz-ql6kv]

thoughts: i wish you explained how the shutter speed bump was done on the action 4 instead of just showing examples of the output.

[@TravelingAhn]

I'll see if I can show the actual example next time, thanks for the feedback. In hindsight, that would have been helpful!

[@nelsonngu]

I would pair Pocket 3 with insta360 Ace Pro. Since I already have insta360 360 X3 for my 360 needs. Ace Pro for the new AI features and start/stop recording on 1 clip/previous clip. Pocket 3 for gimbal work b-roll slow-mo 120fps.

[@TravelingAhn]

Nice, yeah the Pocket 3 can easily compliment most setups for camera enthusiasts! Thanks for the comment. I do see some cool upgrades on the Ace Pro, but I like the DJI Mic 2 connecting to the Action 4 feature.

[@nelsonngu]

@@TravelingAhnright, I get where you're coming from now. To have a streamline of DJI products so the DJI Mic 2 can connect to it after the firmware update. Good call :)

[@TravelingAhn]

@@nelsonngu yeah that was what made me want to upgrade from my action 2

[@timbrowntown]

Wow. Those action cams really need a high shutter speed for stabilization and this is why action cams and mobile phones struggle in low light. I agree with all of your pro's and cons, but one other disadvantage of the Pocket 3 over an action cam (for me) is actually the gimbal itself. Sometimes when I'm vlogging, I find myself fighting with the gimbal to frame the shot I want, specifically when I'm trying to get someone or something else besides myself in the scene. But again, in low light, having a small camera with a built in gimbal is CLUTCH.

[@TravelingAhn]

Yeah, unfortunately the high shutter is the one set back. But, I'm actually okay with that 😂. However, I'll likely use the Pocket 3 in most circumstances while traveling, except for those times when it's raining or I'm doing some extreme hike, bike, etc. But it's super nice to have the Action 4 to complement the Pocket 3. That is true about the Pocket 3 gimbal sometimes having its own mind. I wish when you double click the joystick, it wouldn't be so jarring. They really need to do a firmware update on that! Thanks Tim, always enjoy your banter!

[@timbrowntown]

@@TravelingAhn Yeah. I've accepted the high shutter for better stab. What would be super cool is if we could lock the gimbal in place and go to digital stab when we wanted it. That would be useful in scenes such as in the car. It wasn't too difficult to shoot in the car, but the GoPro/Action Cam is my choice when in a car. But, the Pocket 3 does a great job on skin tones which makes it my preferred camera for most vlogging. Not as good as an APS-C or Full-Frame on skin tones, but much better than a cell or action cam.

[@TravelingAhn]

Wow, that's a great suggestion about locking the gimbal, I suppose one could only hope! I don't have a car to put the action 4 in, but I'm going to Scooter Vlog soon and post the results!

[@timbrowntown]

@@TravelingAhn As you probably know, the US is made so we HAVE to have cars in most places. I have an idea on how you can do your scooter vlog that could be fun. 😁

[@TravelingAhn]

hahaha, very creative Tim! How could I steal such a great idea now that it's out in the ether?!

[@Jevole-Paramoteur]

Very interesting Adam, thanks a lot! Action 4 is really good (I don't have it yet, just the pocket 3, and it's perfect for me ) . Just a thing: I'm not sure I understood the term : Shutter speed bumper. Does it mean to let a high shutter speed instead of frame rate x2 ? :) I'm just a poor French you know, I don't understand everything ahahah :)

[@TravelingAhn]

Hello Michael, the "Shutter Speed" bump means that I'm going into the "Auto" selection of the camera and selecting an "Auto Shutter speed" range of 100-8000. Does that make sense. So I'm basically increasing (bump) the shutter to mitigate the micro-jitters.

[@Jevole-Paramoteur]

@@TravelingAhn Ok Adam, thanks for your answer :)

[@TravelingAhn]

My pleasure!

[@jinxterpinxter]

The action 4 lens is wider.

[@ghalibsworld]

I sold my DJI Pocket 2 and bought DJI Action 4. I miss my pocket 2 for the night video but it could be solved by getting a gimbal for Action 4. Action 4 is durable, wide and easier. Even my Son can hold the camera when I remain busy during travel. In Pocket 3, it is not possible. Pocket 3 is expensive.

[@TravelingAhn]

Yeah, I use a Hohem gimbal for the action 4, it's definitely doable! Good points on durability if you have children!

[@eimage123]

Great comparison video. I've never used ND filters on my action cameras because it's more of a hassle to keep changing filters when the light changes. I don't have a strong desire for the so-called cinematic feel of motion blur. Instead, I like a sharper picture. Action cameras are all electronic stabilization. It takes a certain shutter speed to be able to achieve good stabilization. Picture jerking must occur when the light gets low. Another inconvenient occasion to use ND filters is when photographing birds, both on video and in photos. If you use an ND filter, you are shooting video with a so-called cinematic feel, but then you need a high speed shutter to freeze the bird's movements when taking photos. Although I have a piece of variable ND filter with 1-5 stops, I usually don't use it in the above situations. This video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXi7ZKWHjqd6g6M) was shot with a Canon R5 and I did not use the variable ND filter.

[@TravelingAhn]

Yeah, I do see why you wouldn't want to hassle with the ND filters on an action camera. I just like having the option if I happen to do a static shot or something where I'm not moving much to get natural motion blur on the Action camera. I'll check out your link!

[@infiveg]

Уменьшение выдержки бро. Уменьшение. 1/120

[@TravelingAhn]

So sorry, I'm not sure what you mean by your suggestion.

[@infiveg]

Только глупым магазинам не нравится когда у них снимают на камеру))) Ведь это бесплатная реклама! Эти магазины должны разориться. А денежную прибыль будут получать магазины которые известны благодаря блогерам и ютубу. Это так глупо, запрещать снимать у себя в магазине или кафе. Ну если только у них всё грязно)))

[@TravelingAhn]

Yeah, I think it's getting more common for store to accept filming, but sometimes people are a bit wary.

[@ReportsOnChina]

They’re both completely different and for completely different uses - not a good comparison.

[@TravelingAhn]

That's a fair statement, I get it. However, I wanted to compare for people who do not have the ability to purchase both and maybe were hoping for the Action 4 to be able to at least get some stabilization without too much hassle (i.e. post gyro, gimbal, etc.)