DJI Osmo Action 4 vs Insta360 One X2
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Overview of the DJI Osmo Action 4

DJI's 2023 premium action camera: 4K120fps video
The DJI Osmo Action 4 is DJI's 2023 premium action camera and features 4K120fps video, over 3 hours of run time at full HD in a very rugged package. It has since been replaced by the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro.
- Pros
- 59ft / 18m waterproof without case
- Freeze-proof
- Excellent image stabilization
- Cons
- Only 4K video
Overview of the Insta360 One X2

Insta360's 2020 360 camera: 5.7K video at an affordable cost
The X2 is now an older 360 camera but it still offers great performance and most needed features at a relatively moderate cost. If you need spherical video on a budget, it is a great pick. It's successor is the Insta360 X3, released in 2022.
- Pros
- Great image stabilization
- Good battery life
- Freeze-proof
- Cons
- Better options for image quality
- Average battery life
- No official diving case
Comparison of the Action 4 vs the X2
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Video performance
The Action 4 and the X2 both offer HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Insta360 One X2
Feature missing
Max 360° resolution
5.7K 360 video at 30fps
4K video at 120fps
Max resolution
4K video at 30fps
4K
HDR video
5.7K25fps 360°
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
4x at 1080p
RockSteady 3.0+
Stabilization
FlowState
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 4 offers a slightly better battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Insta360 One X2
1770mAh
Battery capacity
1630mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
160min at 1080p
Battery life
80min 5.7K30fps 360°
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 4 and the X2 support SD cards. The X2 supports a lot more storage than the Action 4.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Insta360 One X2
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
512GB
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 4 is a lot more compact than the X2. Both the Action 4 and the X2 have similar weights.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Insta360 One X2
2.78in x 1.74in x 1.29in / 70.5mm x 44.2mm x 32.8mm
Dimensions
1.81in x 4.45in x 1.18in / 46mm x 113mm x 30mm
5.11oz / 145g
Weight
5.26oz / 149g
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 4 is a lot more waterproof. Both cameras have the same minimal usage temperature. The Action 4 beats the X2 in high heat conditions.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Insta360 One X2
59ft / 18m
Waterproof
16ft / 5m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
Feature missing
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
-4°F / -20°C
113°F / 45°C
Max operating temperature
104°F / 40°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 X2 offers a slightly higher resolution. Both feature a 155° field of view. The Action 4 features a much higher bit rate than the X2
DJI Osmo Action 4
Insta360 One X2
10MP
Pixels
18MP
155°
Field of view
155°
130Mbps
Video bite rate
100Mbps
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
Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Insta360 One X2
100-12800
ISO range
Feature missing
+/-4
Exposure Compensation
+/-4
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 4 versus Insta360 One X2 specifications
Name | DJI Osmo Action 4 | Insta360 One X2 |
Year of release | 2023 | 2020 |
Width | 2.78in / 70.5mm | 1.81in / 46mm |
Height | 1.74in / 44.2mm | 4.45in / 113mm |
Depth | 1.29in / 32.8mm | 1.18in / 30mm |
Weight | 5.11oz / 145g | 5.26oz / 149g |
Waterproof | 59ft / 18m | 16ft / 5m |
Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | - |
Min operating temperature | -4°F / -20°C | -4°F / -20°C |
Max operating temperature | 113°F / 45°C | 104°F / 40°C |
Battery capacity | 1770mAh | 1630mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | Yes |
Battery life | 160min at 1080p | 80min 5.7K30fps 360° |
Charging time | 49min | 85min |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | V30 or UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 512GB | 1TB |
Rear screen size | - | 1in |
Field of view | 155° | 155° |
Sensor | 1/1.3" | 1/2.3" |
Pixels | 10MP | 18MP |
Aperture | F2.8 | F2.0 |
ISO range | 100-12800 | - |
Color Depth | 10bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 130Mbps | 100Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-4 | +/-4 |
360-degree video | No | Yes |
5.7K 360 video | - | 30fps |
4K 360 video | - | 50fps |
3K 360 video | - | 100fps |
360 video format | - | INSV |
4K video | 120fps | 30fps |
2.7K video | 120fps | 60fps |
1080p video | 240fps | 60fps |
Slow motion at 4K | 4 | 4 |
Maximum slow motion | 8x at 1080p | 4x at 1080p |
HDR video | 4K | 5.7K25fps 360° |
Stabilization | RockSteady 3.0+ | FlowState |
Horizon lock | - | Yes |
Video format | H.264 (MP4) | H.265 (HEVC) |
Live streaming | No | Yes |
Webcam mode | - | Yes |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | Yes | Yes |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | No | Yes |
Photo burst mode | No | Yes |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 3 | 4 |
Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | aac | aac |
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 | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | No | No |
GPS pairing | GPS remote | iOS Application Android Application |
Voice commands | Yes | Yes |
Gesture commands | - | No |