Action Cameras
DJI Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo
$229.00
Price captured 2026-09-21 · check Amazon for the current price.
DJI's previous flagship, now priced like a budget pick, with 2,300+ reviews backing it up.
Price history
Editor scores (0–10) — not a manufacturer spec.
| Video resolution | 4K |
|---|---|
| Max frame rate | 120 fps |
| Field of view | 155 ° |
| Waterproof depth | 18 m |
| Stabilization | True |
| Battery life | 160 min |
| Weight | 145 g |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth |
Editor's take
A 1/1.3" sensor action camera with 4K/120fps video, 18m waterproofing without a case, and dual front/rear touchscreens, priced well below DJI's newer Action 5/6 models while keeping most of what matters day to day.
The Osmo Action 4 was DJI's flagship a generation back, and with the Action 5 Pro and Action 6 now above it, this Essential Combo has settled into an excellent value spot. The 1/1.3" sensor with 2.4μm pixels handles low light noticeably better than smaller-sensor competitors, and 10-bit color with D-Log M gives you real room to grade footage rather than working with baked-in contrast.
4K/120fps video with a 155° field of view covers everything from POV motorcycle riding to wide establishing shots, and three stabilization modes (RockSteady, RockSteady+, HorizonBalancing) keep handheld and helmet-mounted footage smooth. Waterproofing to 18m without a housing and a cold-rated battery (down to -20°C) mean it's genuinely built for outdoor use rather than just marketed that way.
The dual full-color touchscreens make framing and reviewing shots straightforward without pulling out a phone, and the magnetic quick-release mount is fast to swap between angles. With over 2,300 reviews averaging 4.7 stars, this is a well-proven camera rather than a new, unreviewed listing — one of the more reassuring purchases in this category.
Pros
- 1/1.3" sensor with strong low-light performance for the price
- 4K/120fps video with a wide 155° field of view
- Waterproof to 18m without a case, cold-rated to -20°C
- Dual front/rear touchscreens and fast magnetic mounting
- Extensively reviewed (2,362 reviews, 4.7 stars) — a proven, low-risk pick
Cons
- A generation behind DJI's current Action 5 Pro/Action 6 flagships
- No built-in storage (relies entirely on a microSD card)
- Essential Combo skips the curved adhesive base included in pricier bundles
Ideal for: Buyers who want a well-reviewed, genuinely rugged action camera without paying flagship prices — a strong first action camera or a budget-conscious upgrade.
Reviews
Reviewers consistently praise the low-light image quality and battery life for the price; a small minority mention the touchscreen can be less responsive in cold weather.
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