Compare the DJI Osmo Action 4 to the DJI Osmo Action 3
View the DJI Osmo Action 4 and the Osmo Action 3
- Thanks to the large 1/1.3-inch image sensor, you can record bright videos.
- You can take the action camera underwater up to 18m deep.
- With the HorizonSteady function, the horizon of your video always remains straight.
- You can't control the action camera with your voice.
- In 4K, you can record videos at 120 fps.
- The Action 3 is waterproof up to 16m deep.
- Thanks to the image stabilization, your images are vibration-free.
- You can't control the action camera with your voice.
Compare the DJI Osmo Action 4 to the Osmo Action 3
| DJI Osmo Action 4 | DJI Osmo Action 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Image sensor | 1/1.3 inch | 1/1.7-inch |
| Video resolution | 4K, 60 fps | 4K, 60 fps |
| Waterproof to a depth of | 18m | 16 |
| Image stabilization | Yes, RockSteady 3.0 | Yes, RockSteady 3.0 |
| Megapixels | 10 | 12 |
Image quality
Osmo Action 4: 1/1.3-inch image sensor
The Osmo Action 4 has a large 1/1.3-inch image sensor. Thanks to its large size, it captures more light than the sensor of the Osmo Action 3. This means that you can take clear pictures in low light. This is useful if you often record at night. This also produces bright images underwater. You can record in 4K resolution at up to 60 fps. These razor-sharp images also look smooth. You can slow them down up to 2 times. The camera takes 10-megapixel photos.
Osmo Action 3: 1/1.7-inch image sensor
The 1/1.7-inch image sensor of the DJI Action 3 is less sensitive to light than the sensor of the Osmo Action 4. If you mainly record videos during the day, you'll hardly notice this. You can record in the same video resolution as with the Osmo Action 4, which is 4K at 60 fps. Like taking photos with your action camera to use a cover photo for social media, for example? Photos you take with the Osmo Action 3 have 12 megapixels. This makes them more detailed.
Waterproof design
Osmo Action 4: waterproof up to 18m
The Osmo Action 4 is a suitable choice for divers. This action camera is waterproof up to18m deep without a case. Take the camera into the water and record unique fish and coral. The Osmo Action 4 has the same design as the Osmo Action 3. There's a touchscreen on both the front and back. The touchscreen allows you to view images and control the camera.
Osmo Action 3: waterproof up to 16m
The Osmo Action 3 is also suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and diving. This camera is waterproof up to 16m. This is 2m less deep than the Osmo Action 4. This means that you can mainly use it as a novice diver. Want to dive deeper? You need a waterproof case. You can use the same accessories for the Osmo Action 3 as for the Osmo Action 4.
Color profiles
DJI Osmo Action 4: record in D-log M
With the DJI Osmo Action 4, you can make 10-bit recordings in the D-log M color space. This is a flatter profile that stores more data. This provides more editing options. You can create vibrant and realistic colors for a professional image.
DJI Osmo Action 3: no color spaces
The DJI Osmo Action 3 only records in a standard color space. These colors look great without editing them. If you do edit your images, you have fewer editing options with this camera. This may cause colors to look less vibrant than with the Osmo Action 4.
Expandable storage
Osmo Action 4: up to 512GB
You always use your DJI action camera in combination with a microSD card. You can store your video and photo images on it. The Osmo Action 4 supports memory cards of up to 512GB. You can save more images this way, such as during a long shooting day. If you capture a holiday on video, you don't need a laptop to transfer your images on vacation.
Osmo Action 3: up to 256GB
The Osmo Action 3 supports memory cards of up to 256GB. So you can save fewer images than with the Osmo Action 4. That's why you should take a second memory card or laptop with you when traveling. This way, you can still store hours of footage.
Conclusion
The DJI Osmo Action 4 and the Osmo Action 3 don't differ much from each other. Thanks to the larger image sensor, the Osmo Action 4 produces the brightest images in low light. If you often film in the dark, the Osmo Action 4 is suitable for you. Even if you want to dive deep without any worries, this camera is suitable for you. Don't you ever record in the evening or at night? Choose the Osmo Action 3.
