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Osmo Action 4

1/1.3-inch sensor action camera with 10-bit D-Log M and strong stabilization.

$299

Launch price

Released Aug 2023

vs
Ace Pro 2

Insta360

Ace Pro 2

8K Leica-lens action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K60 Active HDR, PureVideo low-light mode, and 12m waterproofing.

$449

Launch price

Released Oct 2024

Ace Pro 2 is 1.3 years newer.

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Wins

4categories

Osmo Action 4

Sports & ActionTravel

Wins

7categories

Ace Pro 2

Sports & ActionVideo & Hybrid

5 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

Osmo Action 4 wins 3 categories·Ace Pro 2 wins 2 categories
  • BAce Pro 2 has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 10 MP)
  • AOsmo Action 4 has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
  • BAce Pro 2 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
  • AOsmo Action 4 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
  • AOsmo Action 4 has higher Waterproof depth (18 m vs 12 m)

Key specs at a glance

Osmo Action 4Ace Pro 2
Resolution10 MP50 MP
Sensor1/1.3-inch9.6 x 7.2 mm
ISO max12,8006,400
Burst15 fps20 fps
4K120 fps60 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight145 g177.2 g
Battery640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

Osmo Action 4

71 × 44 × 33 mm

145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Ace Pro 2 front view

Ace Pro 2

72 × 52 × 38 mm

177.2 g (0.39 lb / 6.25 oz)

Osmo Action 4 is 1mm narrower, 8mm shorter, and 5mm thinner than Ace Pro 2.

Osmo Action 4 is 32 g lighter than Ace Pro 2.

Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Osmo Action 4 · 38mm Ace Pro 2

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

Osmo Action 4

71 × 44 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Ace Pro 2 back view

Ace Pro 2

72 × 52 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

Osmo Action 4

71 × 33 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Ace Pro 2 top view

Ace Pro 2

72 × 38 mm

Sensor size, to scale

Ace Pro 2

9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact

69 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseOsmo Action 4Ace Pro 2
Portrait
1.0Limited
3.0Limited✓ wins
Sports & Action
8.5Excellent
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
4.5Fair
7.0Good✓ wins
Landscape
1.5Limited
5.0Fair✓ wins
Travel
7.0Good✓ wins
5.0Fair
Wildlife
4.5Fair
5.5Fair✓ wins
Vlogging
4.0Fair
4.0Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

Osmo Action 4

  • Stabilization modes

    Adds RockSteady, HorizonBalancing, HorizonSteady

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8

  • ISO max (native)

    12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better

  • 4K max frame rate

    120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds HEVC

  • Waterproof depth

    18 m vs 12 m — higher is better

  • Weight

    145 g vs 177.2 g — lower is better

Reasons to choose

Ace Pro 2

  • Stabilization modes

    Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38

  • Resolution

    50 MP vs 10 MP — higher is better

  • RAW buffer depth

    120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better

  • Internal RAW video

    Only Ace Pro 2 supports it

  • Codecs

    Adds H.265

  • Burst (mechanical)

    8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better

  • Burst (electronic)

    20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO min (native)Both 100
  • Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseBoth support pre-capture / pre-release
  • 1080p max frame rateBoth 240 fps
  • Max video bit rateBoth 200 Mbps
  • Weather sealingBoth support weather sealing
  • Card slotsBoth 1

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

Osmo Action 4

Pros

  • 10-bit D-Log M
  • Good low light for action cam
  • Affordable

Cons

  • Superseded by Action 5 Pro
  • Fixed lens

Ace Pro 2

Pros

  • 8K30 video
  • 1/1.3-inch Leica lens
  • PureVideo night mode
  • 12m waterproof

Cons

  • 8K drains battery faster
  • Premium vs DJI Action
  • Fixed lens

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Full specifications

= category winner

Osmo Action 4
Ace Pro 2
Resolution
10 MP
50 MP5× more
Sensor type
1/1.3-inch CMOS
1/1.3-inch 8K CMOS (Leica SUMMARIT lens)
Sensor size
1/1.3-inch
9.6 x 7.2 mm
AA filter
No
Osmo Action 4
Ace Pro 2
Aperture
f/2.8
f/2.6
Field of view
155 °
157 °
Osmo Action 4
Ace Pro 2
Processor
Image processor
Image processor
Osmo Action 4
Ace Pro 2
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
12,800+1 stop
6,400
ISO max (expanded)
12,800
6,400
Osmo Action 4
Ace Pro 2
Shutter type
Electronic shutter
Electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, Osmo Action 4 or Ace Pro 2?

Ace Pro 2 scores 5.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for Osmo Action 4 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.

What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Action 4 and Ace Pro 2?

Osmo Action 4 is 10 MP and Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP, so the Ace Pro 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Action 4 and Ace Pro 2?

Osmo Action 4 uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic), while Ace Pro 2 uses FlowState electronic stabilization (electronic).

Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Action 4 or the Ace Pro 2?

Osmo Action 4 reaches 15 fps electronic. Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the Osmo Action 4 and Ace Pro 2?

Osmo Action 4 weighs 145 g and Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g, so the Osmo Action 4 is 32 g lighter.

Do the Osmo Action 4 and Ace Pro 2 record 4K video?

Osmo Action 4: 4K up to 120p. Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.

Are the Osmo Action 4 and Ace Pro 2 weather sealed?

Osmo Action 4: Yes. Ace Pro 2: Yes.

Which has better battery runtime?

Osmo Action 4 is rated for about 160 minutes of continuous recording and Ace Pro 2 for about 180 minutes, giving the Ace Pro 2 the edge.

How much does each cost?

Osmo Action 4 launched at $299 and Ace Pro 2 at $449. The Osmo Action 4 is $150 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.

Product images courtesy of DJI and Insta360 press materials.