DJI Osmo Action review: A GoPro killer

Rather than a big leap forward from GoPro's flagship, it refines some areas (usability, manual shooting options) while drawing level with the Hero 7 Black in others (video quality, stabilisation).

Video quality and stabilisation match the GoPro Hero 7 Black; Front screen is a real boon for vlogging; Most user-friendly action camera around; Versatile in manual shooting mode; Waterproof without needing a case; Cheaper than a Hero 7 Black

No live-streaming; No stabilisation in HDR mode; Official accessories not yet available; Still needs an external microphone for good audio

DJI Osmo Action review

We're so impressed with the Osmo Active that we're wondering why DJI hasn't been making action cameras for years.

DJI OSMO Action Camera OSMO ACTION review

The DJI Osmo Action is a small, waterproof action camera with 4K video and a full-color front LCD, but its stabilization isn't quite as good as rival GoPro.

Rugged, waterproof build; Stabilized 4K footage at up to 60fps; 1080p slow-motion at up to 240fps; Easily swappable filters; Supports HDR and flat profiles; Front and rear color displays; Filters included.

Battery life could be better; HDR video isn't stabilized; Stabilization not as good as GoPro; No tripod socket.

DJI Osmo Action Review

It doesn't blow the GoPro Hero 7 Black out of the water, but the Osmo Action's all-round performance and lower price mean it's our new number one action camera. Its front screen is a real boon for vlogging, and in most situations its video quality and stabilisation matches GoPro's flagship (without surpassing it). Speedy operation and a polished interface also make it the most user-friendly action camera around. In some areas (livestreaming, hyperlapse quality, accessories), GoPro still has the edge, but if you need a new waterproof camera for summer adventures then the Osmo Action is the best around.

Video quality and stabilisation match the GoPro Hero 7 Black; Front screen is a real boon for vlogging; Most user-friendly action camera around; Versatile in manual shooting mode; Waterproof without needing a case; Cheaper than a Hero 7 Black;

No live-streaming; No stabilisation in HDR mode; Official accessories not yet available; Still needs an external microphone for good audio;