DJI
Osmo Action 3
Rugged 1/1.7-inch action camera with 4K 120p, dual touchscreens, RockSteady stabilization, and 16m waterproofing without a case.
$329
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
DJI
Osmo Action 5 Pro
Action cam with larger sensor, dual OLED screens, and 4K 120p for creators.
$349
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Osmo Action 5 Pro is 2 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Action 3
Wins
Osmo Action 5 Pro
11 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher Resolution (40 MP vs 12 MP)
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher Battery runtime (240 min vs 160 min)
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher Waterproof depth (20 m vs 16 m)
- BOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher Battery capacity (1950 mAh vs 1770 mAh)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareOsmo Action 3
71 × 44 × 33 mm
145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Osmo Action 5 Pro
71 × 44 × 33 mm
146 g (0.32 lb / 5.15 oz)
Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Action 5 Pro share virtually identical body dimensions.
Osmo Action 3 is 1 g lighter than Osmo Action 5 Pro.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Osmo Action 3 · 33mm Osmo Action 5 Pro
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Action 3
71 × 44 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Osmo Action 5 Pro
71 × 44 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo Action 3
71 × 33 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Osmo Action 5 Pro
71 × 33 mm
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Osmo Action 3
Stabilization modes
Adds RockSteady, HorizonBalancing, HorizonSteady
Codecs
Adds H.264
Weight
145 g vs 146 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Osmo Action 5 Pro
Stabilization modes
Adds Horizon Lock, RockSteady 3.0
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Resolution
40 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Card types
Adds microSDHC, microSDXC
Codecs
Adds H.265
Battery runtime
240 min vs 160 min — higher is better
Waterproof depth
20 m vs 16 m — higher is better
Battery capacity
1950 mAh vs 1770 mAh — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 15 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 60 frames
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Action 3
Pros
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Dual touchscreens
- ✓16m waterproof without case
- ✓RockSteady and HorizonSteady
Cons
- –Older than Action 4/5 Pro
- –Small action-cam sensor
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
Osmo Action 5 Pro
Pros
- ✓Larger sensor vs GoPro
- ✓Front + rear screens
- ✓4K 120p
Cons
- –Accessory ecosystem
- –Fixed lens
- –Still action-cam limits
Decided which one is right for you?
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DJI Osmo Action 3
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Osmo Action 3 or Osmo Action 5 Pro?
Osmo Action 5 Pro scores 10.0/10 versus 8.5/10 for Osmo Action 3 — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Action 5 Pro?
Osmo Action 3 is 12 MP and Osmo Action 5 Pro is 40 MP, so the Osmo Action 5 Pro captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Action 5 Pro?
Osmo Action 3 uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic), while Osmo Action 5 Pro does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Action 3 or the Osmo Action 5 Pro?
Osmo Action 3 reaches 15 fps electronic. Osmo Action 5 Pro reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Action 5 Pro?
Osmo Action 3 weighs 145 g and Osmo Action 5 Pro weighs 146 g, so the Osmo Action 3 is 1 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Action 5 Pro record 4K video?
Osmo Action 3: 4K up to 120p. Osmo Action 5 Pro: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Osmo Action 3 and Osmo Action 5 Pro weather sealed?
Osmo Action 3: Yes. Osmo Action 5 Pro: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Action 3 is rated for about 160 minutes of continuous recording and Osmo Action 5 Pro for about 240 minutes, giving the Osmo Action 5 Pro the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Action 3 launched at $329 and Osmo Action 5 Pro at $349. The Osmo Action 3 is $20 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI press materials.