DJI
Osmo Action 6
Flagship DJI action camera with 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, variable f/2.0-f/4.0 lens, 8K 30p video, 4K 120p, 38MP stills, and 20m waterproofing.
$379
Released Nov 2025
DJI
Pocket 2
Tiny 3-axis gimbal camera with 1/1.7-inch 64MP sensor, 20mm equivalent lens, and 4K 60p video.
$349
Released Oct 2020
Osmo Action 6 is 5.1 years newer.
Wins
Osmo Action 6
Wins
Pocket 2
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOsmo Action 6 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 11 fps)
- BPocket 2 has higher Resolution (64 MP vs 38 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Osmo Action 6
73 × 47 × 33 mm
149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz)
Pocket 2
125 × 38 × 30 mm
117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz)
Osmo Action 6 is 52mm narrower than Pocket 2 but it is also 9mm taller and 3mm thicker.
Osmo Action 6 is 32 g heavier than Pocket 2.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Osmo Action 6 · 30mm Pocket 2
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 6
Codecs
Adds HEVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 72.8, 47.2, 33.1
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Action 6 supports it
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only Osmo Action 6 supports it
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Pocket 2
Codecs
Adds H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.7, 38.1, 30
Resolution
64 MP vs 38 MP — higher is better
Weight
117 g vs 149 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Action 6
Pros
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓1/1.1-inch sensor
- ✓Variable f/2.0-f/4.0 aperture
- ✓20m waterproof without case
Cons
- –8K has mode limitations
- –Fixed ultra-wide lens
- –Small sensor vs compact cameras
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
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Osmo Action 6 or Pocket 2?
Osmo Action 6 scores 6.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for Pocket 2 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Action 6 and Pocket 2?
Osmo Action 6 is 38 MP and Pocket 2 is 64 MP, so the Pocket 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Osmo Action 6 and Pocket 2 have in-body image stabilization?
Osmo Action 6 does not have IBIS, while pocket 2 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Action 6 or the Pocket 2?
Osmo Action 6 reaches 20 fps electronic. Pocket 2 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Action 6 and Pocket 2?
Osmo Action 6 weighs 149 g and Pocket 2 weighs 117 g, so the Pocket 2 is 32 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Action 6 and Pocket 2 record 4K video?
Osmo Action 6: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Action 6 and Pocket 2 weather sealed?
Osmo Action 6: Yes. Pocket 2: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Action 6 and 640 shots for the Pocket 2, giving the Pocket 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Action 6 launched at $379 and Pocket 2 at $349. The Pocket 2 is $30 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.