DJI Osmo Action 4 — Editorial Review
The DJI Osmo Action 4 brought a larger 1/1.3-inch sensor to DJI's action line, lifting low-light image quality and adding pro-friendly color while keeping the rugged, dual-screen design.
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Bigger sensor, 4K/120, 10-bit D-Log M
Tom's Guide and MakeUseOf note the 1/1.3-inch sensor delivers about a one-stop low-light advantage over the Action 3, keeping evening and indoor footage sharp and usable, with 4K up to 120 fps and a 10-bit D-Log M profile for color grading. Dual bright touchscreens (~750 nits) stay visible in sun, RockSteady stabilization is strong, and it's waterproof to 18 m bare (60 m cased). In Billy Kyle's review — featured above — it's called the most reliable action camera.
Honest cons
- Battery varies widely. The ~160-minute rating only holds in ideal settings; high res/fps, screens-on and cold all cut it.
- No 8K. Video tops out at 4K — fine for most, but not a resolution leader.
- Modes can trim runtime. Some high-quality modes draw more than the Action 3 did.
- Accessory ecosystem cost. Getting the most (mounts, extra batteries) adds up.
Where this camera fits
- Low-light and evening shooters who want the bigger-sensor advantage.
- Creators who grade footage using the 10-bit D-Log M profile.
- Adventure and POV users needing rugged waterproofing and strong stabilization.
- Not 8K seekers, single-charge marathon recorders, or cold-weather shooters expecting full rated battery.
Sources & Citations
- Tom's Guide, "DJI Osmo Action 4 review," tomsguide.com (accessed 2026-05-27)
- MakeUseOf, "DJI Osmo Action 4 Review," makeuseof.com (accessed 2026-05-27)
Last verified: 2026-05-27
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