DJI Osmo Action 3 vs GoPro Hero 11 Black
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Overview of the DJI Osmo Action 3
DJI Osmo Action 3DJI's 2022 premium action camera: 4K120fps video
The DJI Osmo Action 3 was released in 2022 and while it is a few years old, it offers incredible 4K120fps video at a very affordable price. It's successor, the DJI Osmo Action 4 is mostly an incremental improvement, making the Action 3 a great budget friendly action camera.
- Pros
- 4K120fps footage
- Freeze-proof
- Good image stabilization
- 52ft / 16m waterproof without case
- Cons
- Older model
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Overview of the GoPro Hero 11 Black
GoPro Hero 11 BlackGoPro's 2022 camera: 5.3K video, improved stabilization
The Hero 11 is a few years old now, but has the same sensor technology as the latest GoPro Hero 13 Black and is therefore still a great action camera. Although the more recent models feature many improvements, it part of the latest generation of GoPro cameras and is a very good choice for beginners or as a budget friendly option.
- Pros
- Mostly as capable as the latest GoPros
- Great value for money
- Integrated GPS
- Cons
- No HDR video
- Ageing image stabilization
Comparison of the Action 3 vs the Hero 11
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Video performance
Only the Action 3 offers HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
DJI Osmo Action 3
GoPro Hero 11 Black
4K video at 120fps
Max resolution
5.3K video at 60fps
4K
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
8x at 1080p
RockSteady 3.0
Stabilization
HyperSmooth 5.0
Why it matters:
A high resolution will give you crisp footage but also allow you to reframe your video without losing too much quality. A higher framerate (fps) will result in smoother video and is important when filming action scenes or fast moving subjects. Image stabilization is a crucial feature for an action camera, as it removes camera shake, vibrations, rotation and other movements that deteriorate your final footage.
Battery life
The Action 3 and Hero 11 have similar battery capacities. Both cameras have removable batteries.
DJI Osmo Action 3
GoPro Hero 11 Black
1770mAh
Battery capacity
1720mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
160min at 1080p
Battery life
150min at 1080p
Why battery life matters:
Nothing worse than running out of battery just before capturing the best footage of the day! A long battery life is reassuring and convenient when shooting footage outdoors where options to charge are limited. Even the use of a power bank can be tedious or simply impossible like when filming watersports. Having removable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.
Storage
Neither camera features built-in storage. Both the Action 3 and the Hero 11 support SD cards. The Hero 11 supports a lot more storage than the Action 3.
DJI Osmo Action 3
GoPro Hero 11 Black
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
256GB
Maximun storage supported
1TB
Why storage matters:
High quality footage can quickly take up lots of space and insufficient storage can soon be frustrating. Having a large amount of storage and the possiblity to extend it or swap SD cards while on a outing will ensure you will always be able to capture the footage you want. However, smaller, wearable action cameras often rely on built-in storage because of their small size.
Weight and size
The Action 3 is a slightly smaller camera. Both the Action 3 and the Hero 11 have similar weights.
DJI Osmo Action 3
GoPro Hero 11 Black
2.78in x 1.74in x 1.29in / 70.5mm x 44.2mm x 32.8mm
Dimensions
2.83in x 2in x 1.32in / 71.8mm x 50.8mm x 33.6mm
5.11oz / 145g
Weight
5.43oz / 154g
Why size and weight matter:
Weight is important for action cameras because we often mount them on helmets, or hold them at the end of a selfie stick while moving. Therefore a heavier camera can be difficult or uncomfortable to film with. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Waterproofing and usage conditions
The Action 3 is a lot more waterproof. Both the Action 3 and the Hero 11 are waterproof to 197ft / 60m with a diving case. The Action 3 is far better for extreme cold. The Action 3 beats the Hero 11 in high heat conditions.
DJI Osmo Action 3
GoPro Hero 11 Black
52ft / 16m
Waterproof
33ft / 10m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
14°F / -10°C
113°F / 45°C
Max operating temperature
95°F / 35°C
Why it matters:
Most action cameras are waterproof for accidental splashing or use above water, but if you plan on Snorkeling or Scuba Diving, we recommend choosing a camera which offers a diving case and always using it for underwater footage. If you plan on filming Snowboarding, Skiing or other wintersports in extremely cold conditions, you should pick a camera that is rated for those temperatures, most cameras are only rated down to 14°F / -10°C. Many action cameras are prone to overheating, even in ordinary conditions, so if you plan on filming in hot environments, you should choose a camera that can function at high temperatures.
Camera and sensor technology
The Hero 11 features a much higher resolution. The field of view of the Action 3 is a little better than the Hero 11's. The Action 3 has a slightly better video bit rate than the Hero 11.
DJI Osmo Action 3
GoPro Hero 11 Black
12MP
Pixels
27.6MP
155°
Field of view
140°
130Mbps
Video bite rate
120Mbps
Why it matters:
A higher amount of pixels will offer better quality footage and higher resolution photos. A higher field of view means that the camera captures over a wider angle and therefore more action can be seen in the final footage. Some cameras require accessories to enable the maximum FOV. A higher bitrate at a similar resolution will offer higher quality video.
Camera settings
The Action 3's 100-12800 ISO range is far superior to Hero 11's. The Action 3's +/-4 exposure compensation is far superior.
DJI Osmo Action 3
GoPro Hero 11 Black
100-12800
ISO range
100-6400
+/-4
Exposure Compensation
+/-2
Why these settings matter:
The ISO range and exposure compensation settings will mostly allow you to tweak your action camera for low light situations.
DJI Osmo Action 3 versus GoPro Hero 11 Black specifications
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| Name | DJI Osmo Action 3 | GoPro Hero 11 Black |
| Year of release | 2022 | 2022 |
| Width | 2.78in / 70.5mm | 2.83in / 71.8mm |
| Height | 1.74in / 44.2mm | 2in / 50.8mm |
| Depth | 1.29in / 32.8mm | 1.32in / 33.6mm |
| Weight | 5.11oz / 145g | 5.43oz / 154g |
| Waterproof | 52ft / 16m | 33ft / 10m |
| Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | 197ft / 60m |
| Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | 14°F / -10°C |
| Max operating temperature | 113°F / 45°C | 95°F / 35°C |
| Battery capacity | 1770mAh | 1720mAh |
| Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
| Battery life | 160min at 1080p | 150min at 1080p |
| Charging time | 49min | 3h (5W) |
| Storage format | microSD | microSD |
| Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | V30 or UHS-3 |
| Maximun storage supported | 256GB | 1TB |
| Rear screen size | - | 2.27in |
| Front screen size | - | 1.4in |
| Field of view | 155° | 140° |
| Sensor | 1/1.7" | 1/1.9" CMOS |
| Pixels | 12MP | 27.6MP |
| Aperture | F2.8 | F2.5 |
| ISO range | 100-12800 | 100-6400 |
| Video zoom | - | 2x |
| Color Depth | 10bit | 10bit |
| Video bite rate | 130Mbps | 120Mbps |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-4 | +/-2 |
| 360-degree video | No | No |
| 5.3K video | - | 60fps |
| 4K video | 120fps | 60fps |
| 2.7K video | 120fps | 120fps |
| 1080p video | 240fps | 240fps |
| Slow motion at 4K | 4 | 4x |
| Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | 8x at 1080p |
| HDR video | 4K | - |
| Stabilization | RockSteady 3.0 | HyperSmooth 5.0 |
| Horizon lock | - | Yes |
| Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.264 (MP4) |
| Live streaming | No | 1080p30 (HyperSmooth) or 1080p60 |
| Webcam mode | - | 1080p30 |
| Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
| Timeshift mode | Yes | Yes |
| Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
| Subject tracking | No | - |
| Photo burst mode | No | Yes |
| RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
| Microphones | 3 | 3 |
| Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Audio format | aac | wav |
| Audio input | - | Media Mod (H9B/H10B/H11B) Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter |
| Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | BLE 5.0 | BLE 4.2 |
| USB | Type-C USB | USB-C |
| GPS integrated | No | Yes |
| Voice commands | Yes | Yes |