DJI
Osmo Action 4
1/1.3-inch sensor action camera with 10-bit D-Log M and strong stabilization.
$299
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
Insta360
X5
Flagship 360° action camera with dual 1/1.28-inch sensors, 8K 30fps 360° video, 4K 60fps single-lens mode, 15m waterproofing, and AI-powered PureVideo.
$550
Launch priceReleased Apr 2025
X5 is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Action 4
Wins
X5
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 10 MP)
- AOsmo Action 4 has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo Action 4 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOsmo Action 4 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 120 fps)
- AOsmo Action 4 has lower Weight (145 g vs 200 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Osmo Action 4
71 × 44 × 33 mm
145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X5
46 × 125 × 38 mm
200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)
Osmo Action 4 is 80mm shorter and 5mm thinner than X5 but it is also 25mm wider.
Osmo Action 4 is 55 g lighter than X5.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Osmo Action 4 · 38mm X5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Action 4
71 × 44 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X5
46 × 125 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
85.6 × 54 mm
X5
46 × 38 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 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
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Action 4 supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Weight
145 g vs 200 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X5
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 124.5, 38.2
Resolution
72 MP vs 10 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265
Battery capacity
2400 mAh vs 1770 mAh — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
X5
Pros
- ✓Dual 1/1.28-inch sensors (2× larger than X4)
- ✓8K 30fps 360° and 5.7K 60fps
- ✓4K 60fps single-lens action mode
- ✓15m waterproof without case
- ✓72MP 360° photos
Cons
- –Premium price vs X4
- –8K workflow is storage-heavy
- –Fixed lenses (not user-swappable in field)
- –Editing 360° footage takes time
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Osmo Action 4 or X5?
X5 scores 5.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for Osmo Action 4 — 72MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Action 4 and X5?
Osmo Action 4 is 10 MP and X5 is 72 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Action 4 and X5?
Osmo Action 4 uses Electronic image stabilization (electronic), while X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic).
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Action 4 and X5?
Osmo Action 4 weighs 145 g and X5 weighs 200 g, so the Osmo Action 4 is 55 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Action 4 and X5 record 4K video?
Osmo Action 4: 4K up to 120p. X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Action 4 and X5 weather sealed?
Osmo Action 4: Yes. X5: Yes.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Action 4 is rated for about 160 minutes of continuous recording and X5 for about 135 minutes, giving the Osmo Action 4 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Action 4 launched at $299 and X5 at $550. The Osmo Action 4 is $251 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Insta360 press materials.