GoPro Hero 12 vs DJI Action 4- Don't Waste YOUR MONEY
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- čas přidán 31. 05. 2024
- What are your thoughts on both of these action cameras?
The DJI Action 4 has come into the spotlight really quick in comparison to the GoPro Hero 12. It has taken far more versions to get the Hero 12 to where it is today.
These cameras are extremely beneficial to a lot of people in so many different situations.
I loved the images coming from the Action 4 in the underwater tests.
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#gopro #dji #djiaction4 - Krátké a kreslené filmy
i changed from gopro to dji. I dive every day and im flashed how good the white balance is on the dji
Always great hearing from someone who uses it a lot
dji colors underwater is to blue, gopro have much more real colours, but more people chose deep blue water colour, coz looks beter on instagram
@@dominikpiatek979 just a little that’s true. But GoPro have all blue or all green. No contrast to anything. And DJI much more easy to grade because it’s close to real colours.
Odd cuz I find gopro to be too yellow and green while over saturating both colors at the same time resulting in blown out highlights in those colors.@@dominikpiatek979
I recently got a Gopro to make photos and vídeos of my dives...but the overheating issue worrys me..cause It fog lenses.. i think Osmo haven't this problem
probably one of the best camera comparison video I've ever seen. very organized and well formatted. love it
Enjoyed your video. I did a lot of research last Spring and pulled the trigger on the Action 3. I'm a hobbyist photographer and videographer and using the DJI along with my Sony Rx10 IV has brought a whole new dimension to my presentations. I couldn't be happier.
Thank you for clarifying and simplifying for those of us that aren’t familiar with these items and features. Very helpful!
Thanks Jason for the great review! I've had the gopros in the past. Moving forward to try the Action 4. Thanks again!
After I sold my GoPro 11 and waited for the 12 to see if it will have at least a 1 inch sensor but it didn’t. So I bought the action 4 and can’t believe how trash the GoPro is now. Never looking back
Haha I think that 1 inch rumour ruined everyone 😂
Same here. As a Deejay the Action 4 has been clutch at my events (low light) ease of use.
Real talk, GoPro are lazy A F
Insta360 ONE RS has a 1 inch sensor version, wonder does it worth
@@AChan-1208I had that one before and it doesn’t look that great.
I feel so lucky to find videos like this where you clearly save people money and give them a better product.
Exactly the same thoughts in every aspect. Recently bought Action 4 and very happy with it!
After watching your video and listen to all the comparisons and aspects the way you have exposed it, I will have to change after using GoPro for over 10 years def you are right and clever showing this true aspects, thanks for this video and for the information very on point.
I'm just getting in to creating content and so far have just been using my iPhone 14. I'm in the market for an action cam to get some better footage and like many other people, GoPro is all I have ever really heard of. This was super helpful and has sent me on a journey to do some more research to find the best camera for MY needs. Thanks Jason!
Just loved the comparison before I made the decision to buy the OSMO 4. Thanks mate. You're a legend !!..
honestly they are pretty close but the small advantages do seem to go to the action 4
The Best comparison review so far! Best Regards.
DJI Osmo action 4 is my pick, ease of use, quick charge time, no need to worry about having to go through all the settings to get the best possible results. Straight out of the box, after charging it up it just works.
Does it overheat, or glitch at all?
@@hanoitripper1809 , from what I’ve seen on most reviews it’s a fairly rare event that the DJI camera overheats
@hanoitripper1809 no it doesn't seem to have an overheating problem like the GoPro. I recorded for 2 hours at 4k60 with zero issues
Im a kiteboarder and mostly using action cameras for shooting my kiting videos. Most important feature for me is horizon lock. Somehow DJI cameras resolution is very low in this mode (2.7K only) compare to 4K for Gopro. Very strange than none of the reviews mention it. It is important not only to kiteboarding but for many other board sports. So for me DJI not even the option to consider.
Do you have your camera on a helmet or you have like a mouth holder?
@@StrucaSE I'm mostly using it with kite line holder. In this case I actually taping myself, not surroundings. czcams.com/video/O1VG206NVco/video.html - that's how it looks.
I switched to the insta360 lately. Gives a freedom of POW but quality is not as crisp but still acceptable. Using it with line mount as well as holding it with a stick. czcams.com/video/xdBR3WDKcxs/video.html
Very professionally made video! Thanks, I'm suscribing!
I recently got the OA4, after my old GoPRo7 died on an epic waterslide. Thanks for the analysis - I think you hit the use case scenario well. Like anything, it's how you use it. For me that means helmet mounts on motorbikes, cycles, snowboards, family outings. In these scenarios, the magnetic mount and front face touch screen I thought would be a big help - and yes, it's been great, also being a little smaller is good, and that low light sensor ability is great at dawn and dusk, so for me, the OA4 has been the right purchase so far. Not really any disrespect to the GP12 - still a good camera, and if you swap orientation of footage a lot, especially in post, that might well be enough to justify that camera choice.
Sad to see the GPS go on the GP12 - I never did the overlays but it was nice to know where the picture or video was taken.
thanks for commenting your thoughts. Yeah shame I have heard a lot of people using the GPS data
I've been using Gopro two generations hero 6 & 10. My hero 10 was half dead and half alive after I used it one year. I just bought insta360 x3 and I will wait until DJI action 5 comes out to buy it. Thanks for the review. I am not regret to say goodbye to Gopro products. 😊
I recently switched from a Hero 7 to an Action 4, and two things really stand out to me on the Action 4: The quick record button is way faster and works every single time (My Hero 7's sometimes would do nothing and require a reboot - missed many shots because of this) and the magnetic mounting system is FAR superior. I actually had two Hero 7's so I didn't have to switch mounts often because it took forever and was just simply inconvenient. With the Action 4 I only need one camera and I can switch it from a selfie stick to a tripod or suction cup in seconds. Never going back.
But Hero 7 is not really a fair comparison lol.
@@JimmyNguyenP pretty much every review for GoPro 11 and 12 show the OA4 quick record is faster than them too. So doesn't matter either way.
YA! gopro 7 is not a good comparison.
@@strantheman2532 read my last comment.
False equivalence.
Just ordered the DJI action 4. Thank you
Got to choose a camera for my EUC rides and sceneric stills. Gopro lacks sharpness, image geometry (lens) and dynamic range - especially in LL situations. Being a serious tech-oriented photographer, Dji Act4 was a no brainer to be ordered by myself. Kudos to you, Jason, you helped me the most in my case! )
I've had GoPros from version 5 to 7, of which the 5th was their last reliable. Thanks for sharing your experiences with both brands! I now made my decision and ordered the DJI Osmo Action 4. Have a great day.
Carl
How is the action 4? Happy?
Thank you for your question! Yes, it works perfectly. I also got an aluminium Smallrig case to mount some accessories on it. I'm still waiting for the microphone, but I have the Godox R1 for lighting. The battery on the Action Four also lasts well for the recordings, and I have not yet needed an extra battery.
I only shoot with manual settings.@@user-of8bl9ef6r
I own a GoPro Hero 5 and Hero 8. Guess which one stopped working? I'm switching DJI soon, it's coming an Action 3, as it's more affordable and suits my needs.
Thank you for your comment. I have owned three versions after the fifth, all proving unreliable. Now I look forward, and DJI's products have been reliable.@@SamXDesc
Freaking love your back to the future poster outside your room! Best movie of all time!
Haha yesssss!!!!!!!!! 🎉 thanks brother. Back to the future is my all time fave 🔥
@@JasonMorrisphotocinema sounds like you would fit right in with @sidneydiongzon @kylewattstv and myself!!
Have same poster in my room also best movie ever made
Dji Action 4 I can actually use this when I video model railways shows, it just works so well. Colour and stabilisation are very good. Thanks for a great video…
Model railway would be so much fun to film 🔥
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AWESOME Comparison video. GR8 MATE! Watching from the Westside Oi Oi Oi
Great comparison... one important note. Action 4 DOES NOT have GPS either. What Action 4 has is the ability to connect to a remote control with GPS sold separately that allows Action 4 to record the GPS data from the remote (not the camera, the remote... so it won't help if trying to record the speed of a drone etc.). There is no internal GPS in either the GoPro Hero 12 or Action 4.
GoPro não dá suporte a microfones de lapela padrão, tem que comprar um adaptador, na DJI você pode comprar um microfone usb-c padrão sem fio e conectar nela, o que é muito útil pra quem vai trabalhar com vlog nela. O recurso de GPS pode não ser interessante….
got the gopro 12 for the bluetooth audio and 8by 7 aspect.. worked out well for me.
Really solid review as always 👍
I do wish DJI would do a bundle price for the Action 4 and the DJI Mic - that would be fantastic
I think there is a bundle that comes with it
Even DJI 3 won against last Gopro in my opinion. I decided that i will secrefice a little bit of quality but i wil gain recording time and less overheating. Now with next gen DJI, i wont even lose quality of recording, its absolutely perfect.
Hello Jason. Thus far, every one I have spoken to who have gone from GO PRO to the DJI ACTION 4, has spoken volumes about how good the Action 4 is. Several others I have spoken to have been ultra critical of the GO PRO 12 which three GO PRO users have criticised GO PRO 12 for leaking on dives, and have also claimed that GO PRO have ignored their claims. I have been researching the GO PRO and ACTION 4 as I am in the market for a small camera, and thus far, the DJI Action 4 is ahead on tests, quality and price. Thanks for an excellent review.
Having both, I find each of them to excel in different situations. I think the GoPro does a much better job handling skin tones and creating an overall more cinematic image. The resolution is also helpful. In regard to the DJI, it's good, but the ecosystem isn't as diverse or wide as GoPro's current eco system. The addition of LOG profile, the ability to view on the app while recording, and the built in 1/4 on the bottom of the GoPro might not be the jump people wanted, but I do use every one of these features every single time I use my GP12. If you are already in the GP ecosystem, it's an easy upgrade, if you are new, DJI might be the better choice.
Totally agree. I have both and find myself reaching for the GP more often, primarily because of its superior (IMO) image quality. Both are very good, but if I could only keep one, I would keep the GP.
Couldn’t agree more man, curious to know your thoughts on new ace pro by insta 360
How is the stabilisation on the Action 4? I want to use an action cam on a motorbike but read the Action 4 was not as good as the GoPro?
@@bigmikes901adventures I think the GoPro might be a little better in terms of stabilization, but the DJI is still very good IMO. I forget the channel name at the moment, but there’s a CZcams guy from Norway who uses the DJI while riding his motorcycle and the footage looks great.
tshansen in Norway, Thomas. He was the one that told me the DJI stabilization was bad, he has a video on his mountain bike and it is very shaky!
Hey Jason love your videos, got the Action 4 and never looking back. Would be awesome if you could do a comparison of using audio wireless solution on it like the DJI mic against the Sony ECM-W3 and the Rode Wireless Pro. Your unbiased opinion would set me to buy which ever you advise 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
GoPro has been well and truly knocked out the ball park with the DJI osmo action 4.
Access to the battery door with in a protective case is magic.
The only thing i miss about the 4 is the twist off lens covers as i like a CPL filter as i work on water.
this review is so good thanks bro
I’m going to wait until next year‘s releases before upgrading from my GoPro hero 11. In terms of the magnetic mount though, GoPro has the snap mount, which I am a huge fan of. Congrats on the 100k subscribers, great to see that progression over time.
Yeah upgrading year after year usually isn’t the greatest cos it is such small increments. Thank you for the constant support brother
đổi qua xài Action 4 đi Phúc Mập àh. Giờ này ai xài GoPro nữa
11:55 I saw a video where it showed that you can install a magnetic mount on the 12, and it still has the regular mount too. You just unscrew it and out in the new one tighten the screws job done in seconds.
It's useful and informative. I'm sold on DJI. thanks
Have the hero 11 and got an action 4. Both are good but the action 4 audio is way better however I think GoPros menu is more clear and more information. For example I get conflicting information on action 4 are both color options 10bit or only d log? The way the menu has it I would assume only the d log which would then be a win for GoPro since you can have 10 bit in all color modes but then I hear others say both dji are 10 bit and even hear dji has hdr on all the time but then other say no only the 3 has hdr. Dji specs are not the clearest in terms of what are the actual settings. Functionally the camera is great and I’m liking it however the record button is much harder to press especially with any kind of glove on (we’ll see how it goes with a snow glove). I think go pro wins on better textile feel of buttons (something I’ve heard others complain on the action 3 and didn’t get fixed in the 4), GoPro wins on a more clear settings menu, GoPro wins stabilization having an auto boost feature. Dji wins on boot up and responsiveness, FOV, Audio, white balance and low light. On the FPS menu I kind of think it makes more sense to split them by region otherwise you may find yourself with an odd outcome if you don’t know the regions use, not everyone understands😊 what or why to use what FPS. I know I don’t so having it broken down as 30/60/120 eliminates me from messing up accidentally. Both great cameras but the low light in the woods, better FOV and better audio has me using the dji more.
you did the good review and very true action 4 is much superior camera. And I waited till gopro 12 came and then decided to buy action 4.
Same here.
Yeah seems like a lot of people did the same
I will switch to DJI in a heartbeat if they bring out a media mod equivalent with embedded external mic. I currently use a combination of media mod, the DJI Mic and a Sennheiser external mic, but the convenience of the media mod for a vlogger is invaluable.
You can use the wireless DJI mic setup with the action 4
@@bradleyolson1087 It didn't take me long to switch to the Action 4 (with the DJI Mic) after my last comment. 🙂
I've just got back from my first photography trip using the Action 4 so still need to do post editing, but my initial impression is really good. in 4k/30fps, standard.
@@john_norris howd it go john?
@@BrownianMotionPicture Action 4 - I love it. For my use case, vlogging outdoors when hiking/landscape photography, it ticks all the boxes. However, I can't say it is better or worse than the GoPro 12 and I know that they both have pros and cons over each other. I upgraded from GoPro 10 which was inferior in many ways (low light quality and image stabilization were awful) and I just got tired of the fath of those finger mounts.
@@john_norris great to hear. After seeing how pleasing the image could be I've got one on the way to fill the gaps between getting my pana s5 out on trips. Did you get the mic 2 or original dji mic?
Greetings to everyone. My friend is deciding between DJI and GoPro 12. I use the GP 10, where I love the function with the GoPro subscription, automatically backing up my videos and photos to the GoPro Cloud. For me, it's a feature that would make me choose GoPro for sure if DJI doesn't have it. I searched on Google if DJI has such a cloud, but I couldn't find any mention of it. Have you looked into this, or does DJI really not have this feature?
I just received GoPro 12 from Amazon and I opened CZcams and found your video. I want to do moto vlogs so I bought it.
You're almost at 100,000 early congratulations 🎉
Do you have a kit you use for the these? I’m considering picking one and I use a few of your S-log luts would love to have one for these.
Very nice video, thanks to share it. I'd like to ask a quiestion because I need to buy a small camera. I think with Action 4 you get better video quality than Pocket 3 but I think Pocket 3 is more versatile for filming. I never will use Action 4 in sport time or or diving. What would you buy between them? THANKS
Got OA4 AC when released. Super happy with it.
Yeah it’s great 🎉
If only I had seen this video yesterday. Been researching action camera's for my next cycling trip. Most important for me is audio quality and low light. And the DJI Action 4 seems to excel in both.
I went for the SJ11. Better sound than the SJ10Pro and much better price. But a bit worse image quality.
Also looked at the Akaso Brave 8. That was good but didn't have the screw hole on the bottom to fix it to my bike.
I've got the SJ8Pro and been happy of it. But my rear display is destroyed and touch ain't working. Got a spare display, but way too hard to disassemble with my bad eyes and clumsy fingers.
If I'm not happy with the SJ11 I'll send it back and buy the DJI Action4. It costs more but would make my video's look and sound a lot better. Thank you for the video. Greetings, NicoD.
WHY IS NO ONE TALKING ABOUT THIS???.........This is the 2nd video where I keep seeing the DJI Action 4 have completely smudged areas where the GoPro has details. For example. Pause the video at 3:10 and look at the ground especially as it gets further and further away. The Action 4 is almost just a solid grey smudge while the ground is clearly not just a solid grey smudge as the GoPro proves. The other video I saw of the same thing was the Action 4 being compared to "only" a Hero 9 and the same thing happened; with the DJI Action 4 a portion of the side of a man's face was almost just a solid skin-coloured smudge while the GoPro Hero 9 looked "normal" and captured the details properly. It's not a case of digital (ie. post-process) sharpening, the details are simply not being captured by the Action 4 AT ALL (also, the DJI was set to the sharpest mode just to be sure). It's like the Action 4 is in some insanely low bitrate mode or something - I don't know how else to explain it.
That could be shutter speed and motion blur. If the GoPro has to run with a higher shutter speed it will have more detail in movement, but this is not pleasing to the eye or cinematic. You could get that level of detail by turning up the shutter speed on the Action4, but more natural motion blur would be the goal.
Action 4 is tempting for several reasons. But in the underwater shots it looks too magenta and contrasty compared to the GoPro. 5K is useful for cropping/zooming in post/editing or getting screen grabs that can be printed at a good resolution
Yeah more res can definitely help some people for sure
I agree, color skew on both actually. A4 is magenta and GP is lime. But which is easier to correct would be my question.
@@Hat_Uncle because of 10bit they were both easy to change. I guess for the beginner it may be more difficult but both hold strong
@@JasonMorrisphotocinema thanks for the info. I've only played around in Davinci an hour or so and watched one video on LUTs, not anything but a dabbler at this point.
@@Hat_Uncle the GoPro seem to have more details in the shadows. Less contrast, so probably closer to the way it was. It seems the Action 4 over corrects the green cyan cast that can happen underwater. The dark part of the rocks looks very dark, which would be fine as a final look,but maybe it makes it hard to correct when editing
What do you recommend for golf and baseball? I'm new to action cameras.
Thanks for the video
Finally a good comparison between these two ❤😂🎉
thank you
Insta360 has the best low-light capabilities. I own the GoPro Hero 10 and it does a great job but it will shut down when you least expect it. I am constantly having to check my video before moving on to film something else. So I think that I will either switch to Insta or DJI but not until GoPro Hero 13 comes out and I see some major changes.
Thanks for the great review. It's strange-every comparison I've watched prefers the Action 4, but despite the usability difference (HUGE, I know), the GoPro visually has better dynamic range. Not crushing blacks, you can see into the shadows, minimal over-exposure. Color science seems to be more appealing (even if the LOG isn't as flat). I don't think low-light performance should be a deciding point for an action camera... I really like the Action 4, but I went ahead and ordered the GoPro 12 because the output is what matters to me most. Thanks for another great video, Jason!
The GP takes the edge on specific dynamic range scenarios, not all. The output doesn’t not matter the most if you are fumbling/fiddling to get the shot.
-Magnetic mount
-presets & QS button
-fast charging
When your using the camera on the go (travel/action sports) those things make a huge difference
Yeah it’s a tough decision. I just hope this video just shows pros and cons for people to make their decision
How stable is that magnet mount? My plan is to mount the camera to the hood of my vehicle. I'd be afraid something would hit it, and the camera would go flying.
Waving arms around is very distracting. Despite the distraction, the comparison is well presented.
Can you horizon lock the Osmo Action 4 in 4k? Does the Osmo have time warp or night effect settings like star trails? How about the file sizes between the cameras?
Obviously not, which is why it wasn't mentioned. Video seems like an Action 4 fluff piece tbh. (I own neither, nor any products by either company)
I only read that the action 4 does not have a star trail photography option. This is on the gopro 11 very nice. I also have used the night time lapse to catch northern lights on the 11. But my 11 is less than 10 months old, so I will stick with using it and not upgrade now already. ;)
I have ZERO experience with any camera or any type... I do think about buying one as I ride a little mauntainbike. My only input on this is that i think the picture and color looks better on the GoPro when there is good lighting. (the other way around when its dark/bad light) But what is best on a MTB when you often ride in a place with lots of trees and its bright sun, dark shadow, bright sun dark shadow, shifting many times often within seconds?
Thank you ❤
If I’m willing to buy the external battery for the GoPro (the Volta battery grip), would that solve the overheating issue?
DJI now runs the show , I've owned 2 of both company's and made similar honest reviews. I'm still on the action 3 looking to only go to DJI again
Been a GP fan since Hero 2. I have the GP Mini 11 it's nice, but the overheating has killed my desire to grab the 12. I just purchased the DJI 4. I am excited and can't wait to test it. Thanks for this video.
hell nah, all gadgets normally heated up especially using high resolution, thats why action cam had separate battery is because of that reason
Thank you so much for this comparison!! Many greetings from Greece!
And what about with HDR on, on those scenarios presented? I understand that is where the 12 shines 🤔 only seen that comparison with one reviewer, everyone else seem to not compare the DJI with the 12's HDR 🤔
After my hero 8 stopped working I’m ready to try DJI action 4. On sale right now on Amazon for 299 for the basic kit. Can’t beat that price.
What about using the cellphone with the Bluetooth to change the settings on the GoPro? It’s a thing and comes easy when using it for MotoVlog. What do you think?
Which one has the largest field of view?
Can both be used with gyro flow?
Great Video! I will use an action cam for snowboarding and probably diving (not too deep). Anyone an idea which one I should buy?
what is the external mic required with Go Pro 12?
Colors can be fixed in post, but sharpness/detail can't. Look how much more detail the Hero 12 has in stuff like the road and the sand. Clear win imo.
Just noticed this video leaves out all normal filming scenarios as well, where GP12 wins. 100% confirmed paid off by dji.
EXACTLY. No one is talking about this. It's like the DJI Action 4 is in some insanely low bitrate mode or something. At 3:10, the ground with the Action 4 is just a huge, solid grey smudge blob while the GoPro shows the ground much better. I saw another video of a guy comparing the DJI Action 4 to "just" a GP hero 9 and it was the same thing. There were parts of the side of a man's face that were just a solid skin-coloured smudge with the Action 4 yet, with "just" a Hero 9, the "information" on the side of the man's face was actually captured properly (ie. showing all the details). It has nothing to do with sharpening settings, it's like the Action 4 isn't capturing the information AT ALL (sharpening has nothing to do with it.
So, I've had a GoPro since the 6th, and this week I bought the hero 12 at BestBuy, I put it to film in 5K, and in 20 minutes it heated up and turned off, really the GoPro has been a disappointment in recent years, the touch on the screen as Sometimes it doesn't respond, and now it overheats after 20 minutes on a 5k, I've already ordered my DJI Osmo 4 and I'm very happy with everything it delivers, especially being able to have two screens that work with touch, this helps a lot when vlogging
thanks for your comment. I think your experience is like most unfortunately for gopro.
good video - thx and greetings from prague
thank you
Thanks for the comparison. I just lost my GP 9 and shopping for a new camera. I have accessories for the GoPro. I kinda like all the positives you listed for the DJI.
Can we use this cam while charging? Like I'm using it while recording a tennis game.
I just bought hero 12 big upgrade from my previous Hero 4 silver. May be if I had more time to research I would have gotten action 4 instead.
As I live in the UK I have never had a gopro over heat lol. Once I have my presets I dont have to alter anything on the back screen if my gopro is mounted and the inclusion of the quarter inch thread means it now attachs to all my camera kit. I think the gopro looks sharper and the slow mo has always beat Dji (and yet ive owned both). Also the Gopro is cheaper and with my max lens mod 2 it is soooo useful. I like the Dji but IM still sticking with my Gopro for now.
I was gonna say, do they still overheat while snowboarding/ skiing 😅.
went from gopro 7 to DJIA4 and love it!! just wish you could name your preset profiles
I think the Action 4 is a better camera - more contrast in lower light - more color detail - and the grading comparison was night and day! - I wonder how long it would run on a USB powered source before overheating? does 1080 allow it to run cooler, or does it matter? will it run 2hrs stationary continuous I wonder?
How is the DJI better when it completely doesn't even capture what it's filming and instead just makes things look like a solid coloured blob? Look at the ground at 3:10 for example. It's just a grey solid smudge with the DJI. I saw another video of the Action 4 being compared to "just" a GoPro Hero 9 and the same thing was happening to a portion of the side of a man's face. It was just a flat, solid, skin-coloured smudge on the DJI Action 4 while the Hero 9 actually captured the face normally. It's got nothing to do with sharpness settings, the DJI is simply not capturing the details at all. It's like the DJI is set to some insanely low bitrate or something. I have no idea what's going on but NO ONE is talking about it.
Very nice test between the two cameras, however I miss a comparison regarding audio and windnoise without external microphone. Since I´m riding offroad motorcycle it is an important factor.
Good review
Jason, talking about Pro features, you should also mention ReelSteady and GoPro Labs...
The difference is astronomical regarding detail of the shooting. Just look at the concrete @4:38, pause it!
I took my go pro 11 back like most people in these reviews i think i am switching over from go pro to dji. Does dji jave app and storage cloud like go pro.
4:39 As someone already mentioned the 12 captured the concrete well, while Action 4 did not capture any detail. I assume that's unedited. But if you can't bring back the detail the action 4 looks usless int his scenerio.
thinking of finally switching - I use DJI drones and the Osmo Pocket 3 - I hope I can use a lot of my existing GoPro accessories - the rest I will sell with GoPro 10 - definitely waiting until Aug 2024, to get the Action 5
You mentioned the Action has GPS but I'm pretty sure it doesn't. Not my one anyway! They sell a separate GPS Bluetooth remote if you want GPS. I also think your GoPro is faulty because even my Hero 11 (with GPS) seems to outlast the battery and over heating on my Osmo Acrion 4.
What nobody is talking about is data rates. My Hero 11 (basically same as Hero 12) gives me about 150mbps over about 90mbps on the DJI. I find that colours crush much easier on my DJI and attribute it to the data rates but maybe that's just me. I do prefer to user interface and frame rate options on the DJI though. It's both more simple and gives more shooting options at the same time
is this magnet in DJI safe? Camera will not fall down with huge wind ?
Honestly, I have to go DJI just because of how much more pronounced the fisheye effect is on the GoPro. In the side-by-side walking through the house, walls and doorways are bowed and weird on the GoPro, while the DJI has relatively straight lines. It makes the scene feel more realistic and the movement is less dizzying.
Have you installed the lastest firmware? A new one came recently. It improved linear mode on lensmod. Not sur eif it improved regular linear mode, but worth a try.
Great video 👌
12:56 Hero 7 has GPS, I only looked at once but frames from a video, it did not capture all GPS data. It captured the direction and time. But no GPS location. So you have to add that in Geosetter or Lightroom Classic. I've not tested it much. But shame 12 does not have it but I Lightroom classic the software improves the placement based on capture time.
Maybe they removed the GPS feature cus it was usless?
But directional data is better than nothing. But I've not tried to add a map with a route took i to a video. No idea how to do that.
Dose the action 4 do long video recording and does it split files or record whole video
Does anyone have ideas about "Slow motion" performance on these two cams?
Nice one. It begs a question though: can you possibly compare the "dewarp" from Action 4 vs "linear" on GoPro 12, which one has the most "natural" look?
All I want are cameras that I can connect to external batteries so I do not have to stop and get off my motorcycle every time to change an internal battery. I have been doing this with my GoPros for the past four years, but now three of them are acting up - turning off and on indiscriminately. I was looking at the DJI cameras but not sure if they can run on external batteries.
Aloha & Mahalo for the Review on both action cameras, I am a long time gopro user I have gp9,10,12 and due to serious batteries issues sometime last 15-20mins I am turning to dji pocket3...prob started w/delivery,I did not know dji cam ship from CHINA and took 2wks for delivery on EXPRESS delivery...now dji mic prob which they delivered wrong mic...end up returning for refund...wanted mic2 but dji mic was delivered which does not bluetooth pairing instead extra device transmitter attachment in order to use the mic...anyhow dji is big mess when it comes to customer service...keep sending out wrong orders...each time i call customer service...agents have language barrier barely speaks english lol...not sure they are in china or usa somewhere either way... thought they were talking to in foreign language ...just sharing my experience w/dji so far.☹️💩👎
Wondering: does the Action 4 has an option to not sharpen the image like the GoPro does?
Cause the main reason I got the GoPro is that I can have minimal sharpening.
I just hate this kind of over-sharpened, smartphone like image. Oh and 5.3K is great for post-production.
Other than that, I'd go for the Action 4 no question.
Hi, does it have the zoom option???
I am going on a 7 day vacation in dominican republic i will be wanting to record going to the beach and atv riding which one would be the overall best for recording GOPRO Hero 12 - DJI Action 4 - IPhone 15 Pro Max