DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro vs Insta360 Ace Pro 2

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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 Insta360 Ace Pro 2

Insta360 Ace Pro 2☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★Insta360 Ace Pro 2
Insta360's latest flagship action camera: 8K video and a flipscreen
Insta360 is currently the only manufacturer offering 8k cameras and the Ace Pro 2 is their most recent and capable action camera. The Ace Pro 2 is overall a great action camera which also has the particularity of featuring a flip screen, which some might find handy for filming themselves, just like it's predecessor, the Insta360 Ace Pro.
  • Pros
  • Great image stabilization
  • 8x Slomo video
  • Good low light performance
  • Weather proof
  • Cons
  • Limitation in 8K mode
  • Overheating in 8K mode

Comparison of the Action 5 Pro vs the Ace Pro 2

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Video performance

The Action 5 Pro and the Ace Pro 2 both offer HDR video. Both cameras feature slomo video. The two cameras have image stabilization.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
4K video at 120fps
Max resolution
8K video at 30fps
4K 60fps
HDR video
4K 60fps
8x at 1080p
Maximum slow motion
8x 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 5 Pro offers a slightly better battery capacity. Both cameras have removable batteries.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
1950mAh
Battery capacity
1800mAh
Removable
Removable battery
Removable
240min at 1080p
Battery life
100min at 4K30fps HDR and 180min at 1080p24fps
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 Ace Pro 2 support SD cards. Both support up to 1TB.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
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 Action 5 Pro is a slightly smaller camera. The Action 5 Pro weighs a little less than the Ace Pro 2.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
2.78in x 1.74in x 1.29in / 70.5mm x 44.2mm x 32.8mm
Dimensions
2.83in x 2.06in x 1.5in / 71.9mm x 52.2mm x 38mm
5.15oz / 146g
Weight
6.25oz / 177.2g
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. Both the Action 5 Pro and the Ace Pro 2 are waterproof to 197ft / 60m with a diving case. Both cameras have the same minimal usage temperature. Both cameras have the same maximum usage temperature.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
66ft / 20m
Waterproof
39ft / 12m
197ft / 60m
Waterproof with diving case
197ft / 60m
-4°F / -20°C
Min operating temperature
-4°F / -20°C
113°F / 45°C
Max operating temperature
113°F / 45°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 Ace Pro 2 features a much higher resolution. The Action 5 Pro and the Ace Pro 2 both have a similar field of view. The Ace Pro 2 features a much higher bit rate than the Action 5 Pro
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
40MP
Pixels
50MP
155°
Field of view
157°
120Mbps
Video bite rate
180Mbps
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 5 Pro's 100-51200 ISO range is far superior to Ace Pro 2's. Both cameras have the same exposure compensation adjustments.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Insta360 Ace Pro 2
100-51200
ISO range
100-6400
+/-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 5 Pro versus Insta360 Ace Pro 2 specifications

NameDJI Osmo Action 5 ProInsta360 Ace Pro 2
Year of release20242024
Width2.78in / 70.5mm2.83in / 71.9mm
Height1.74in / 44.2mm2.06in / 52.2mm
Depth1.29in / 32.8mm1.5in / 38mm
Weight5.15oz / 146g6.25oz / 177.2g
Waterproof66ft / 20m39ft / 12m
Waterproof with diving case197ft / 60m197ft / 60m
Min operating temperature-4°F / -20°C-4°F / -20°C
Max operating temperature113°F / 45°C113°F / 45°C
Battery capacity1950mAh1800mAh
Removable batteryYesYes
Battery life240min at 1080p100min at 4K30fps HDR
180min at 1080p24fps

Charging time53min47min (30W)
75min (5V/3A)
Built-in storage64GB (47GB available)-
Storage formatmicroSDmicroSD
Storage rating requiredV30 or UHS-3V30 or UHS-3
Maximun storage supported1TB1TB
Rear screen size-2.4in
Front screen size-Yes
Field of view155°157°
Sensor1/1.3"1/1.3"
Pixels40MP50MP
ApertureF2.8F2.6
Focal length-13mm
ISO range100-51200100-6400
Video zoom-4x
Color Depth10bit8bit
Video bite rate120Mbps180Mbps
Exposure Compensation+/-4+/-4
360-degree videoNoNo
8K video-30fps
4K video120fps120fps
2.7K video120fps120fps
1440p video-60fps
1080p video240fps240fps
Slow motion at 4K44x
Maximum slow motion8x at 1080p8x at 1080p
HDR video4K 60fps4K 60fps
StabilizationRockSteady 3.0+Flowstate
Horizon lockYesYes
Video formatH.264 (MP4)H.265 (HEVC)
Live streamingNo-
Timelapse modeYesYes
Starlapse modeYesYes
Timeshift modeYesYes
Loop recording modeYesYes
Subject trackingYes-
Photo burst modeYesYes
RAW format supportedYesYes
Microphones33
Stereo audioYesYes
Noise reductionYesYes
Audio formataacaac
Audio inputDual DJI Microphone Direct Connection-
Audio bluetooth supportDJI Mic 2Bluetooth headsets
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 remoteiOS Application
Android Application
Pressure gaugeYes-
Voice commandsYesYes
Gesture commands-Yes