DJI Action 4 Vs GoPro 12 - Real World Footage Comparison

Thanks to DJI and GoPro for supplying both of these cameras - here's a real world UK rainy weather comparison of two juggernaughts in the action camera world. Automatic settings and both set to 24fps. Which looks better?

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[gavanconroy]

The dji4 is pretty good. I used it walking around in Japan a month ago. In 32 deg C and 95% humidity, the battery was lasting 2hrs with no overheating issues. This blew me away considering there was no cooling. Have had it back in Australia on the gravel bike and it’s been excellent in cooler weather, secure with the connectors and it looks good in mixed light.
I went back and forth for a couple of weeks on the choice, but the dji has been flawless.

[ricktoth]

Thanks Francis, I actually thought the DJI was better image quality and brighter in the lower light. Great job of going through the features and the comparison!

[jaredlash]

The scene in your kitchen at 2:47 was very interesting. The DJI looked like the blue light was more pronounced, whereas the GoPro looked more dominated by the orange light. It would be interesting to know which one was truer to real life.

[fennec]

Interesting comparison !
Gotta say, the DJI audio sounds crisper and clearer imo, and the Video was brighter !

Since they seem pretty competative in price ( an you could maybe find a coupon on one of them)
I'd definitely try to find a decent deal on the DJI if I was in the market for one of these !

[DerIngenieur]

Well done! Yesterday i ordered my Action 4 :D
Because since years i use DJI drones and i am very happy with it!

[markl]

The dji also doesn’t have the “brain freeze” problems of GoPros. In my experience it also deals with temperature extremes better. Importent if in hot summer of skiing etc

[jollygoodvelo]

Thanks Francis, great review. I moved over to the Action 4 from GoPro when it came out and I’m loving it.

[_NoName...]

Go Pro owner here. From the comparison made in this video, definitely DJI 4 beats Gopro 12.
If it would be a matter of buying one of this 2 cameras today, I would go for DJI all the way.
Thanks for the video.

[DanielAx]

One big advantage is the 8:7 aspect ratio on the GoPro, which allows for better cropping of horizontal and vertical video from the same file.

[whatelsewouldyoudo]

Yay! Can't wait for mine. Just bought a DJIA4

[justsomedude]

For the nominal cost in the big scheme of things, these cameras are amazing and blow my mind when I think back to what was available just 10 yrs ago.

[paulchin]

Thanks for the detailed review mate. It seems DJI has many advantages hence, is the clear winner!

[DemonicAnimatronic]

I have two of the original Osmo action and have loved it, DJI makes some truly high end filming products and I think the image on the new ones and audio is better than the current GoPro. Now, Gopro generally comes out with a new model a lot more frequently, but usually only minor improvements and I still don't think they have fixed the overheating issues they have had. Gopro really set the standard for small, all in one, cameras but they have just gotten too expensive for their use even if they offer more features now. I just wish the DJI had a way of getting an HDMI signal out for livestreams and things, then it would be amazing. Great video!

[brianmcginley]

excellent video guys.
Action4 image seems better, nicer skintones, bit more pop and vibrance, GoPro looks a bit murky. Also Action4 on-board condenser mics is MUCH nicer than the GoPro. That's the most obvious difference. Plus....larger sensor than Action3 and larger sensor always nicer for lowlight and inherently shallower depth-of-field.

[BikepackingAdventures]

Moved from GoPro Hero 6 to DJI Action 4 and the difference is like night and day and is really helping my videos look a lot more professional.
Francis, you should look up the HoverAir X1 drone as well, its making big waves especially in cycling vlogs. I've been using it in the Peak District recently whilst out wildc-amping and the results have been amazing - a drone that fits in your jersey pocket!

[FlowJunkie]

Excellent side-by-side concerning these 2 action cameras' practical functions. Due to my GoPro Hero 7 Black's wonkiness, and how flawlessly my original DJI Osmo Action has performed, I've permanently switched to DJI and have never looked back. Looking forward to acquiring an Osmo Action 4 if/when I upgrade.

[johnvaughan]

Great comparison. Thank you. The only thing I would have liked added is the weight and potentially a quick discussion on the accessories. Well done and thanks!

[PeterSmithCA]

I was thinking on a new action camera for Christmas. I think you just made me decide on the DJI. Will keep an eye out for black friday!

[apang]

Thank you for a comprehensive comparison.

[cpt_meric]

Somehow in this video I find the DJI to be much more vibrant and better in image quality. In tons of other reviews though it was the gopro that looked looked better. It almost feels like the labels for the footage of the cameras are switched? Am I the only one noticing this?