DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro vs GoPro Hero 4K (2024)

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Overview of the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
DJI's flagship action camera: 4K120fps video and SuperNight mode
The DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro is overall a great action camera, that captures high quality footage in low light situations. It is very capable, rugged, usable in very cold weather and underwater without a diving case down to 66ft / 20m. It is the successor to the DJI Osmo Action 4 which was already a very popular choice.
  • Pros
  • SuperNight mode
  • Waterproof 66ft / 20m without case
  • Freeze-proof
  • Built-in storage
  • Cons
  • Still only 4K video

Overview of the GoPro Hero 4K (2024)

GoPro Hero 4K (2024)☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★GoPro Hero 4K (2024)
GoPro's 2024 budget action camera: 4K video, slomo & photos
The Hero 4K (2024) is GoPro's new entry level action camera, offering very decent performance at less than half the price of their flagship GoPro Hero 13 Black. The resulting product is extremely simple, with only 3 modes (video, slomo and photo), but for most casual usage, it's 4K video will be good enough to capture the fun and action of the moment and share it with your friends.
  • Pros
  • Simple & straightforward
  • Lightweight
  • Replaceable lens guard
  • Cons
  • Limited functionality
  • Stabilization only in app
  • Only waterproof down to 16ft / 5m
  • Battery not removeable

Comparison of the Action 5 Pro vs the Hero 4K (2024)

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Video performance

Only the Action 5 Pro offers HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
GoPro Hero 4K (2024)
4K video at 120fps
Max resolution
4K video at 30fps
4K 60fps
HDR video
HDR video unsupported
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
2x at 2.7k
RockSteady 3.0+
Stabilization
Hypersmooth in Quik Application
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 5 Pro offers a much larger battery capacity. The Action 5 Pro has a removable battery whereas the Hero 4K (2024)'s battery is not removable
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
GoPro Hero 4K (2024)
1950mAh
Battery capacity
1225mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
240min at 1080p
Battery life
75min at 4K30fps
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

Only the Action 5 Pro features built-in storage. Both the Action 5 Pro and the Hero 4K (2024) support SD cards. Both support up to 1TB.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
GoPro Hero 4K (2024)
64GB (47GB available)
Built-in storage
No built-in storage
microSD
Storage format
microSD
1TB
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 Hero 4K (2024) is a slightly smaller camera. The Hero 4K (2024) is a lot lighter than the Action 5 Pro.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
GoPro Hero 4K (2024)
2.78in x 1.74in x 1.29in / 70.5mm x 44.2mm x 32.8mm
Dimensions
2.23in x 1.88in x 1.16in / 56.6mm x 47.7mm x 29.4mm
5.15oz / 146g
Weight
3.03oz / 86g
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 5 Pro is a lot more waterproof. The Action 5 Pro is far better for extreme cold. The Action 5 Pro beats the Hero 4K (2024) in high heat conditions.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
GoPro Hero 4K (2024)
66ft / 20m
Waterproof
16ft / 5m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
Feature missing
-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 Action 5 Pro features a much higher resolution. The field of view of the Action 5 Pro is a little better than the Hero 4K (2024)'s. The Action 5 Pro features a much higher bit rate than the Hero 4K (2024)
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
GoPro Hero 4K (2024)
40MP
Pixels
12MP
155°
Field of view
140°
120Mbps
Video bite rate
50Mbps
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 5 Pro
GoPro Hero 4K (2024)
100-51200
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 5 Pro versus GoPro Hero 4K (2024) specifications

NameDJI Osmo Action 5 ProGoPro Hero 4K (2024)
Year of release20242024
Width2.78in / 70.5mm2.23in / 56.6mm
Height1.74in / 44.2mm1.88in / 47.7mm
Depth1.29in / 32.8mm1.16in / 29.4mm
Weight5.15oz / 146g3.03oz / 86g
Waterproof66ft / 20m16ft / 5m
Waterproof with diving case197ft / 60m-
Min operating temperature-4°F / -20°C14°F / -10°C
Max operating temperature113°F / 45°C95°F / 35°C
Battery capacity1950mAh1225mAh
Removable batteryYesNo
Battery life240min at 1080p75min at 4K30fps
Charging time53min60min
Built-in storage64GB (47GB available)-
Storage formatmicroSDmicroSD
Storage rating requiredV30 or UHS-3V30 or UHS-3
Maximun storage supported1TB1TB
Rear screen size-1.76in
Front screen size-No
Field of view155°140°
Sensor1/1.3"1/2.8" CMOS
Pixels40MP12MP
ApertureF2.8F2.3
Focal length-15mm
ISO range100-51200-
Video zoom-2x
Color Depth10bit8bit
Video bite rate120Mbps50Mbps
Exposure Compensation+/-4-
360-degree videoNoNo
4K video120fps30fps
2.7K video120fps60fps
1080p video240fps30fps
Slow motion at 4K4-
Maximum slow motion8x at 1080p2x at 2.7k
HDR video4K 60fps-
StabilizationRockSteady 3.0+Hypersmooth in Quik Application
Horizon lockYesNo
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.264 (MP4)
Live streamingNo-
Timelapse modeYes-
Starlapse modeYes-
Timeshift modeYes-
Loop recording modeYes-
Subject trackingYes-
Photo burst modeYesYes
RAW format supportedYesYes
Microphones32
Stereo audioYes-
Noise reductionYes-
Audio formataac-
Audio inputDual DJI Microphone Direct Connection-
Audio bluetooth supportDJI Mic 2-
Wifi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothBLE 5.1BLE 5.2
USBType-C USBUSB-C
GPS integratedNoNo
GPS pairingGPS remote-
Pressure gaugeYes-
Voice commandsYesYes