The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 keeps everything that made the Osmo Pocket 3 one of the most popular vlogging cameras: a tiny, unobtrusive body, a 3-axis gimbal for smooth footage and a 1-inch type sensor. On top of that it adds a new high-resolution 1-inch type sensor with 14 stops of dynamic range, 4K 240fps slow motion, 107GB of built-in storage, 37MP photos, built-in film tones and a new magnetic accessory mount.
I've been filming with the Pocket 3 for the past few years, so in this guide I cover everything you need to know about the Osmo Pocket 4: specs and price, how to use the new buttons and joystick, the best Osmo Pocket 4 settings for cinematic video, what's in the Creator Combo, and the key differences between the Osmo Pocket 3 vs Pocket 4. All the stills below are from footage I shot around Sydney, from bright gardens to city streets and low light. You can see all the footage in motion in the video.
What's new in the DJI Osmo Pocket 4
- New 1-inch type sensor with 14 stops of dynamic range
- 4K up to 240fps slow motion (the Pocket 3 tops out at 4K 120fps)
- 10-bit D-Log plus 6 new built-in film tones
- 2x lossless zoom with ActiveTrack 7.0, plus 4x digital zoom
- Up to 37MP photos with SuperPhoto mode, and a new Live Photo mode
- 107GB of built-in storage, USB 3.1 and wired transfers up to 800MB/s
- New 5D joystick and 2 new customisable buttons
- Magnetic accessory mount for the new fill light
- Slow shutter video down to 1/4s, gesture control and built-in Beautify filters
- OsmoAudio 4-channel output and spatial audio
Osmo Pocket 4 sample footage: 4K 50p, normal colour profile, 10-bit.
Osmo Pocket 4 specs
| Sensor | New 1-inch type CMOS, 14 stops of dynamic range |
| Lens | 20mm equivalent (same as the Pocket 3) |
| Video | Up to 4K 240fps, 10-bit D-Log |
| Zoom | 2x lossless, 4x digital |
| Photos | Up to 37MP (SuperPhoto mode), Live Photo |
| Tracking | ActiveTrack 7.0, works in 2x zoom, face registration |
| Colour | Normal, 10-bit D-Log, 6 film tones |
| Storage | 107GB built in |
| Connectivity | USB 3.1, wired transfers up to 800MB/s |
| Audio | OsmoAudio 4-channel output, spatial audio, DJI Mic support |
| Weight | 190.5g |
Osmo Pocket 4 price
| US | Australia | |
|---|---|---|
| Osmo Pocket 4 Standard Combo | around $570-$700 USD (third-party sellers) | $769 AUD |
| Osmo Pocket 4 Creator Combo | around $755 USD (third-party sellers) | $959 AUD |
Prices checked October 2026. In Australia these are DJI's official prices. DJI doesn't officially sell the Osmo Pocket 4 in the US and hasn't set a US price, but it's available from third-party sellers on Amazon, so prices vary a lot. Check the current price on Amazon.
How to use the Osmo Pocket 4
The Pocket 4 has new buttons and shortcuts, so here's a quick guide to the controls.
The new joystick
The new joystick is easier to move around than the Pocket 3's. Push it gently for slow panning and push it further to speed up the gimbal movement. Triple press the joystick to flip the camera around to film yourself, and double press it to recentre the gimbal.
The Pocket 4's joystick and new buttons.
20mm lens for vlogging
The Pocket 4 has the same 20mm-equivalent lens as the Pocket 3, which is a great focal length for vlogging. Even with your arm fully outstretched you get a natural, flattering frame with plenty of background.
Vlogging with the Pocket 4 at arm's length.
Zoom button and custom button
There are two new buttons. On the left is the zoom toggle: press it once for 2x, twice for 4x, and once more to go back to 1x. On the right is the custom button. I set it so a single press switches between video and photo mode, and you can long press it to choose what it does.
2x zoom on the Pocket 4.
Touchscreen shortcuts
- Swipe down: main menu
- Swipe left: camera settings like exposure and colour profiles
- Swipe up: resolution and frame rate
- Swipe right: playback
- Bottom-left icon: switch camera modes
- Middle-left icon: tracking and framing settings
ActiveTrack 7.0 and face registration
Tracking is something I use a lot. You can now register faces and turn on Registered Subject Priority, so the camera automatically follows the people you've chosen. It's especially helpful in busy places or when there are multiple people in the frame. You can also control the camera with hand gestures. I test both in the video.
ActiveTrack 7.0 sample: 4K 50p, normal colour profile, 10-bit.
Best Osmo Pocket 4 settings
These are the settings I use to get clean, cinematic footage from the Pocket 4.
| Setting | What I use |
|---|---|
| Resolution and frame rate | 4K 25fps for talking to camera, 4K 50fps for b-roll |
| Shutter speed | Double your frame rate (1/50 for 25fps, 1/100 for 50fps) |
| ISO | Auto, with a range of about 100-600 (up to 800) |
| White balance | Auto |
| Focus mode | Continuous |
| ND filters | Yes, to keep the shutter speed slow in bright light |
| Colour profile | Normal for ready-to-post clips, D-Log for colour grading |
Resolution and frame rate
I film in 4K 25fps when I'm talking to the camera and 4K 50fps for b-roll, so I can slow it down in the edit. White balance is on auto and focus mode is on continuous.
Shutter speed and ND filters
For smooth, natural motion, set your shutter speed to double your frame rate. Faster shutter speeds make footage look jittery. At 50fps I use 1/100. To keep the shutter that slow outdoors you'll need ND filters, which are like sunglasses for your lens. I use both variable and fixed NDs. Good news if you're upgrading: the ND filters I bought for my Pocket 3 also fit the Pocket 4.
Auto ISO with a limited range
With the shutter locked at 1/100, I let the camera choose the ISO. That way, as I move from shade to sun or indoors to outdoors, the exposure takes care of itself. Instead of leaving auto ISO on the full range, I cap it at around 100-600 or up to 800, because higher ISOs add noise. If it gets too dark, I swap to a lighter ND filter or take it off. For night scenes there's also a low-light mode.
Low-light mode sample: 4K 50p, normal colour profile, 10-bit.
Normal vs D-Log
I film in both. The normal profile gives you footage that's ready to go, so you can transfer it to your phone and post it straight away. If you like to colour grade, D-Log gives you much more room to push and pull the shadows, highlights and colours. In the video every clip is labelled so you can compare both profiles in different light.
D-Log sample: 4K 50p, 10-bit, graded.
If you're grading D-Log footage in Premiere Pro, my LOG to Rec 709 Essentials Lumetri presets convert LOG to clean, natural colour, and my Video LUTs add a finished look on top.
Built-in film tones and Beautify
If you don't want to colour grade, the Pocket 4 has 6 new film tones that are burnt into your footage: CC Film, NC Film, Pastel, Warm Tone, Movie and Retro. There's also a new slow shutter video mode with shutter speeds down to 1/4s.
The 6 film tones on the same scene.
CC Film tone on the Pocket 4.
Both the Pocket 3 and 4 support the Glamour Effect in the app, but the Pocket 4 also has a built-in Beautify filter, so effects like skin smoothing can be burnt straight into your footage without exporting through your phone.
Osmo Pocket 4 photo mode
Photos are a big upgrade. The Pocket 4 shoots up to 37MP photos, compared to 9.4MP on the Pocket 3. To use it, switch to photo mode, swipe up and select SuperPhoto. In my comparison you can see much more detail in the shadows on the Pocket 4, and I prefer its warmer colours with auto white balance. There's also a new Live Photo mode, which saves a short 3-second video with each photo, like on a phone.
What's in the box: Osmo Pocket 4 Creator Combo
The Standard Combo includes the camera, a USB-C cable, a gimbal clamp, a wrist strap, a handle with a 1/4" thread and a carrying pouch. The Creator Combo adds:
- A magnetic fill light
- A DJI Mic 3 transmitter, which can record 32-bit float audio
- A wide-angle lens
- A mini tripod
- A carrying bag
The new magnetic fill light clips onto the camera and moves with the gimbal, so it always points where you're filming. I test the fill light indoors and compare the audio from the built-in mics and the Mic 3 in the video.
The magnetic fill light from the Creator Combo.
Osmo Pocket 3 vs Pocket 4
If you already own a Pocket 3, here are the main differences.
| Osmo Pocket 3 | Osmo Pocket 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 1-inch type CMOS | New 1-inch type CMOS, 14 stops of dynamic range |
| Max frame rate | 4K 120fps | 4K 240fps |
| Photos | 9.4MP | 37MP |
| Tracking | ActiveTrack 6.0 | ActiveTrack 7.0, plus tracking in 2x zoom |
| Zoom | 2x lossless | 2x lossless, plus 4x digital |
| Built-in storage | No | 107GB |
| Film tones and Beautify | No | Yes |
| Lens | 20mm equivalent | 20mm equivalent |
| Weight | 179g | 190.5g |
The Pocket 3 (left) and Pocket 4 (right) are almost the same size.
Dynamic range
The biggest difference is the new sensor. With more dynamic range, the Pocket 4 holds more detail in the highlights and shadows, so it's easier to get a balanced exposure in bright, high-contrast scenes.
Pocket 3 (left) vs Pocket 4 (right).
Pocket 3 (left) vs Pocket 4 (right) in a bright, high-contrast scene.
Storage, battery and transfers
The 107GB of built-in storage is one of my favourite upgrades, and I've used it every time I've filmed with the Pocket 4. It also has an upgraded battery, USB 3 and faster transfers. More comparison footage, including slow motion and audio, is in the video.
Should you upgrade from the Pocket 3 to the Pocket 4?
The Pocket 4 is an extension of everything that made the Pocket 3 great for unobtrusive vlogging and social media content, with quality of life improvements plus real hardware and image quality upgrades. If dynamic range, 4K 240fps, higher-resolution photos or built-in storage matter to you, those are the biggest reasons to upgrade. Your Pocket 3 accessories like ND filters still work, which makes switching easier. If you're happy with your Pocket 3's footage, it's still a great camera. I share my full thoughts after filming with both in the video.
Considering other vlogging cameras? Watch my iPhone 17 Pro vs Osmo Pocket 3 vs Lumix S9 comparison, or see what's different on the dual-camera Osmo Pocket 4P.
Osmo Pocket 4 FAQ
Is the Osmo Pocket 4 worth upgrading from the Pocket 3?
The Pocket 4 adds a new 1-inch type sensor with 14 stops of dynamic range, 4K 240fps, 37MP photos, ActiveTrack 7.0, 107GB of built-in storage and built-in film tones. If those features matter to you it's a worthwhile upgrade; if you're happy with your Pocket 3 footage, the Pocket 3 is still a great vlogging camera.
What are the best Osmo Pocket 4 settings?
Film in 4K 25fps for talking to camera or 4K 50fps for b-roll, set the shutter speed to double the frame rate, use auto ISO capped at around 100-800, auto white balance and continuous focus. Use ND filters in bright light, and choose D-Log if you want to colour grade.
Does the Osmo Pocket 4 have internal storage?
Yes. The Osmo Pocket 4 has 107GB of built-in storage, so you can keep filming without filling up a card.
Do Osmo Pocket 3 accessories work with the Pocket 4?
Some do. The ND filters I bought for my Pocket 3 also fit the Pocket 4.
Is the Osmo Pocket 4 available in the US?
DJI doesn't officially sell the Osmo Pocket 4 in the US and hasn't set a US price, but it's available from third-party sellers on Amazon. In Australia it costs $769 AUD for the Standard Combo and $959 AUD for the Creator Combo.
What comes in the Osmo Pocket 4 Creator Combo?
On top of the Standard Combo, the Creator Combo includes a magnetic fill light, a DJI Mic 3 transmitter, a wide-angle lens, a mini tripod and a carrying bag.
How many megapixels are Osmo Pocket 4 photos?
The Osmo Pocket 4 shoots photos up to 37MP using SuperPhoto mode, compared to 9.4MP on the Pocket 3.
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