popularRichard8g posted Dec 15, 2025 08:49 AM
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popularRichard8g posted Dec 15, 2025 08:49 AM
DJI Osmo Action 4 Standard Combo, 4K/120fps Waterproof Action Camera with a 1/1.3-Inch Sensor, Stunning Low-Light Imaging,10-bit & D-Log M Color Performance $209 @ Amazon
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The Action 5 and Action 6 are incremental-ish upgrades. The Action 4 is what introduced the new sensor size, which stayed the same in the newer models
10-bit, Log footage, 4k60/120 so this packs a punch
You will not get a better action cam at this price that offers this quality. If youre like me and try to get "bang for buck" this is your ticket
If you're a normal user that just wants an action cam, you can make a compelling case to go GoPro instead as they have a better ecosystem for accessories/mounting & some extra bells & whistles for built-in features/app but DJI is quickly catching up on that front
If you're someone who might use an action cam more seriously (grade footage, use it in a workflow) this is the winner by a long shot
Note: you have to install and activate these cameras via an app. Better believe the app collects a lot of info from your phone (shown in the Apple app store). It is much easier to get the app and activate on iOS. There is no way around this. Do some research before you buy if any of this sounds like it would be a problem for you.
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Note: you have to install and activate these cameras via an app. Better believe the app collects a lot of info from your phone (shown in the Apple app store). It is much easier to get the app and activate on iOS. There is no way around this. Do some research before you buy if any of this sounds like it would be a problem for you.
"Real" low light performance largely comes down to sensor size. The bigger the sensor, the more light can get in.. that's just physics
Action 4 and Action 5 have the same sensor size. HOWEVER.. there are real digital/software improvements made for the Action 5. If low light is your biggest concern... Action 4 does well, Action 5 does better. Just a matter of how much of a $ difference is that worth to you.
I just did some searching and apparently the Action 5 has some physical improvements to the sensor that help with low-light as well. So take that with a grain of salt, maybe check out some YT showdowns and see if you need the extra low-range boost.
FWIW, I have a brand new Action 4 that I picked up during BF for $199 and first thing upon boot up, it asked me to scan a QR code and activate the device in the app. They give you something like 3-5 bootups then itll lock you out.
Here's a nice video demonstrating the scam:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUOnQ_b
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