DJI
Osmo Action 5 Pro
Action cam with larger sensor, dual OLED screens, and 4K 120p for creators.
$349
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
DJI
Pocket 2
Tiny 3-axis gimbal camera with 1/1.7-inch 64MP sensor, 20mm equivalent lens, and 4K 60p video.
$349
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Osmo Action 5 Pro is 3.9 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Action 5 Pro
Wins
Pocket 2
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher Battery capacity (1950 mAh vs 875 mAh)
- AOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOsmo Action 5 Pro has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Action 5 Pro
71 × 44 × 33 mm
146 g (0.32 lb / 5.15 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Pocket 2
125 × 38 × 30 mm
117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz)
Osmo Action 5 Pro is 54mm narrower than Pocket 2 but it is also 6mm taller and 3mm thicker.
Osmo Action 5 Pro is 29 g heavier than Pocket 2.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Osmo Action 5 Pro · 30mm Pocket 2
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Action 5 Pro
71 × 44 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Pocket 2
125 × 38 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo Action 5 Pro
71 × 33 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Pocket 2
125 × 30 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 5 Pro
Codecs
Adds H.265, HEVC
Stabilization modes
Adds Horizon Lock, RockSteady 3.0
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds microSDHC, microSDXC
Battery capacity
1950 mAh vs 875 mAh — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Action 5 Pro supports it
Reasons to choose
Pocket 2
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.7, 38.1, 30
Resolution
64 MP vs 40 MP — higher is better
Weight
117 g vs 146 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓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 5 Pro
Pros
- ✓Larger sensor vs GoPro
- ✓Front + rear screens
- ✓4K 120p
Cons
- –Accessory ecosystem
- –Fixed lens
- –Still action-cam limits
Pocket 2
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓64MP stills mode
- ✓4K 60p
- ✓Very small body
Cons
- –Older than Pocket 3
- –Smaller sensor
- –Tiny screen
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Osmo Action 5 Pro or Pocket 2?
Osmo Action 5 Pro scores 10.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for Pocket 2 — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Action 5 Pro and Pocket 2?
Osmo Action 5 Pro is 40 MP and Pocket 2 is 64 MP, so the Pocket 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Action 5 Pro and Pocket 2?
Osmo Action 5 Pro does not have IBIS, while Pocket 2 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Action 5 Pro and Pocket 2?
Osmo Action 5 Pro weighs 146 g and Pocket 2 weighs 117 g, so the Pocket 2 is 29 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Action 5 Pro and Pocket 2 record 4K video?
Osmo Action 5 Pro: 4K up to 120p. Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Action 5 Pro and Pocket 2 weather sealed?
Osmo Action 5 Pro: Yes. Pocket 2: No.
Which has better battery runtime?
Osmo Action 5 Pro is rated for about 240 minutes of continuous recording and Pocket 2 for about 140 minutes, giving the Osmo Action 5 Pro the edge.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $349.
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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.