I took the DJI Pocket 4 vlogging camera traveling — it's a polished successor to the wildly popular Pocket 3

18 Apr 2026, 19:00 by https://www.techradar.com/uk/author/tim-coleman · TechRadar

TechRadar Verdict

The Osmo Pocket 4 is a modest upgrade of the Pocket 3, at least where headline specs are concerned. However, professional vloggers familiar with the previous model will appreciate a raft of subtle improvements that make the latest version a much more polished 4K camera — more features can be used in more modes, battery life is better, the new accessories add shine, and built-in memory is very welcome. I expect the Osmo Pocket 4 to be another vlogging camera star.

Pros

+Very sticky subject tracking
+More headline features available in more shooting modes
+Built-in storage added
+Attractive color profiles

Cons

-Feels like a 'playing it safe' upgrade
-Just 4K video, just a single camera
-Can get warm when using the power-hungry features

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DJI Osmo Pocket 4: One-minute review

I've been around the content creator's block enough times to say that the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is easily the most popular vlogging camera for creators on the go. I've seen the tiny, gimbal-stabilized 4K camera in the hands of so many people, and with good reason — it's a fabulously discreet and powerful pocket video camera.

Ahead of what could be a stampede of new rivals, not least of which could be the rumored Insta360 Luna, DJI now looks to build on the success of its two-and-a-bit-year-old vlogging camera with a new and improved successor, the Osmo Pocket 4.

Considering the time between the two cameras, and how swift DJI has been in bringing genuine improvements to its camera gear in recent years, especially its drones such as the Mini 5 Pro, I expected a little more from the Pocket 4. That being said, there are a few notable upgrades worth knowing about — I've unpacked those in more detail in this Pocket 4 vs Pocket 3 article.

DJI has added two buttons under the screen for direct control to features such as the 2x lossless zoom, plus refined the joystick response. The gimbal arm accepts new magnetic accessories, such as a fill light, too. (Image credit: Future / Tim Coleman)

All the bits I appreciate about the Pocket 3 remain — the compact design, stellar video stabilization performance, crisp 4K video, the easy switch between vertical and horizontal video, and direct connection with wireless mics.

What DJI has done in the Pocket 4 is add some welcome polish. The new features might not leap out on a spec sheet, but in real use they combine for a slicker user experience.

Top upgrades include better slow-motion recording, now up to 240fps in 4K, better-quality 4K video with 10-bit color depth and wider dynamic range now up to 14 stops, slicker subject tracking which is available in more modes, better battery life, 107GB of internal memory, and refined controls, such as a new magnetic gimbal arm which accepts accessories such as a fill light (see the hero image).

It's not a big upgrade per se, but it's enough of an improvement that I would recommend Pocket 3 owners take a look, and it's an easy recommendation for first-time buyers looking for a powerful and small vlogging camera besides their smartphone.

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