DJI Osmo Action 4 vs Sixmou i3

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Overview of the DJI Osmo Action 4

DJI Osmo Action 4☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★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 It has since been replaced by the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro.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 Sixmou i3

Sixmou i3☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Sixmou i3
A thumb sized, budget action camera
The i3 is a thumb sized action camera that features 4K video recording. It's an all-in-one package with many accessories for people looking for a cheap wearable camera. It's lightweight and very simple to use and makes it an affordable alternative to the more expensive but also more capable Insta360 Go 3S.
  • Pros
  • Light & small
  • Lots of accessories
  • SD card included
  • Cons
  • Average performance
  • Average quality build
  • No screen

Comparison of the Action 4 vs the i3

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Video performance

Only the Action 4 offers HDR video. Only the Action 4 features slow motion video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Sixmou i3
4K video at 120fps
Max resolution
4K video at 30fps
4K
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
No slow motion video
RockSteady 3.0+
Stabilization
Yes
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 much larger battery capacity. The Action 4 has a removable battery whereas the i3's battery is not removable
DJI Osmo Action 4
Sixmou i3
1770mAh
Battery capacity
800mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
160min at 1080p
Battery life
90min for 4k and 150min for 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 4 and the i3 support SD cards. The Action 4 supports a lot more storage than the i3.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Sixmou i3
No built-in storage
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
512GB
Maximun storage supported
64GB
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 i3 is a lot more compact than the Action 4. The i3 is a lot lighter than the Action 4.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Sixmou i3
2.78in x 1.74in x 1.29in / 70.5mm x 44.2mm x 32.8mm
Dimensions
1.1in x 2.48in x 0.71in / 28mm x 63mm x 18mm
5.11oz / 145g
Weight
1.27oz / 36g
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 when using a diving case.
DJI Osmo Action 4
Sixmou i3
59ft / 18m
Waterproof
Feature missing
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
131ft / 40m
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
Feature missing
113°F / 45°C
Max operating temperature
Feature missing
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

DJI Osmo Action 4
Sixmou i3
10MP
Pixels
Feature missing
155°
Field of view
Feature missing
130Mbps
Video bite rate
Feature missing
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

DJI Osmo Action 4
Sixmou i3
100-12800
ISO range
Feature missing
+/-4
Exposure Compensation
Feature missing
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 Sixmou i3 specifications

NameDJI Osmo Action 4Sixmou i3
Year of release20232024
Width2.78in / 70.5mm1.1in / 28mm
Height1.74in / 44.2mm2.48in / 63mm
Depth1.29in / 32.8mm0.71in / 18mm
Weight5.11oz / 145g1.27oz / 36g
Waterproof59ft / 18m-
Waterproof with diving case197ft / 60m131ft / 40m
Min operating temperature-4°F / -20°C-
Max operating temperature113°F / 45°C-
Battery capacity1770mAh800mAh
Removable batteryYesNo
Battery life160min at 1080p90min for 4k
150min for 1080p
Charging time49min-
Storage formatmicroSDmicroSD
Storage rating requiredV30 or UHS-3UHS-3
Maximun storage supported512GB64GB
Field of view155°-
Sensor1/1.3"-
Pixels10MP-
ApertureF2.8-
ISO range100-12800-
Color Depth10bit8bit
Video bite rate130Mbps-
Exposure Compensation+/-4-
360-degree videoNoNo
4K video120fps30fps
2.7K video120fps-
1080p video240fps30fps
Slow motion at 4K4-
Maximum slow motion8x at 1080p-
HDR video4K-
StabilizationRockSteady 3.0+Yes
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.264 (MP4)
Live streamingNo-
Timelapse modeYes-
Starlapse modeYes-
Timeshift modeYes-
Loop recording modeYes-
Subject trackingNo-
Photo burst modeNo-
RAW format supportedYes-
Microphones3-
Stereo audioYes-
Noise reductionYes-
Audio formataac-
Wifi802.11 a/b/g/n/acYes
BluetoothBLE 5.0-
USBType-C USBType-C USB
GPS integratedNo-
GPS pairingGPS remote-
Voice commandsYes-