DJI
Osmo Pocket 4
Fourth-gen 1-inch pocket gimbal camera with 4K/240fps slow-motion, 14-stop D-Log, ActiveTrack 7.0, 107GB built-in storage, and 240-min battery.
$499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2026
OM System
Tough TG-6
Olympus-era rugged waterproof compact with 12MP BSI sensor, f/2.0 4x zoom, 4K30 video, 1cm macro, 15m waterproof, and TruePic VIII — predecessor to TG-7.
$449
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
Osmo Pocket 4 is 6.8 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 4
Wins
Tough TG-6
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BTough TG-6 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs -1 shots)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher Resolution (37 MP vs 12 MP)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has lower Weight (190.5 g vs 580 g)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Osmo Pocket 4
34 × 144 × 44 mm
190.5 g (0.42 lb / 6.72 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Tough TG-6
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Osmo Pocket 4 is 101mm narrower and 28mm thinner than Tough TG-6 but it is also 53mm taller.
Osmo Pocket 4 is 390 g lighter than Tough TG-6.
Depth (front-to-back): 44mm Osmo Pocket 4 · 72mm Tough TG-6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Pocket 4
34 × 144 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-6
134 × 91 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Osmo Pocket 4
34 × 44 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-6
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 4
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Tough TG-6
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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 Pocket 4
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 33.5, 144.2, 44.4
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
37 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Weight
190.5 g vs 580 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Pocket 4 supports it
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-6
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs -1 shots — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
AA filter
Only Tough TG-6 supports it
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Tough TG-6 supports it
Codecs
Adds H.265
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Osmo Pocket 4
Pros
- ✓4K/240fps slow-motion
- ✓14-stop dynamic range + 10-bit D-Log
- ✓107GB built-in + 800MB/s transfer
- ✓240-min battery life
Cons
- –No US official sale (FCC pending)
- –No weathersealing
- –Fixed lens
Tough TG-6
Pros
- ✓15m waterproof + 2.1m shockproof
- ✓f/2.0 25-100mm equivalent zoom
- ✓1cm Variable Macro System
- ✓4K30 + 1080p120 slow-mo
- ✓Built-in GPS + fisheye converter support
Cons
- –1/2.3-inch small sensor
- –Superseded by TG-7 (no USB-C)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –Micro USB 2.0 only
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 Pocket 4 or Tough TG-6?
Osmo Pocket 4 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Tough TG-6 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and Tough TG-6?
Osmo Pocket 4 is 37 MP and Tough TG-6 is 12 MP, so the Osmo Pocket 4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 4 and Tough TG-6?
Osmo Pocket 4 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Tough TG-6 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Pocket 4 or the Tough TG-6?
Osmo Pocket 4 reaches 20 fps electronic. Tough TG-6 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and Tough TG-6?
Osmo Pocket 4 weighs 190.5 g and Tough TG-6 weighs 580 g, so the Osmo Pocket 4 is 390 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 4 and Tough TG-6 record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 4: 4K up to 60p. Tough TG-6: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 4 and Tough TG-6 weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 4: No. Tough TG-6: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is -1 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 4 and 640 shots for the Tough TG-6, giving the Tough TG-6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 4 launched at $499 and Tough TG-6 at $449. The Tough TG-6 is $50 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 OM System press materials.