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
Panasonic
Lumix FZ2500
1-inch bridge camera with 20x Leica zoom, built-in ND filter, and advanced 4K video tools.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Sep 2016
Osmo Pocket 4 is 9.6 years newer.
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Wins
Osmo Pocket 4
Wins
Lumix FZ2500
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix FZ2500 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (350 shots vs -1 shots)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 20 frames)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has lower Weight (190.5 g vs 966 g)
- AOsmo Pocket 4 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 60 fps)
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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 × 135 mm
966 g (2.13 lb / 34.07 oz)
Osmo Pocket 4 is 104mm narrower and 90mm thinner than Lumix FZ2500 but it is also 42mm taller.
Osmo Pocket 4 is 776 g lighter than Lumix FZ2500.
Depth (front-to-back): 44mm Osmo Pocket 4 · 135mm Lumix FZ2500
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Osmo Pocket 4
34 × 144 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 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
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 135 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Osmo Pocket 4
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Lumix FZ2500
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
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
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
Weight
190.5 g vs 966 g — lower is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 125 — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Osmo Pocket 4 supports it
Reasons to choose
Lumix FZ2500
Battery life (CIPA)
350 shots vs -1 shots — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 137.6, 101.9, 134.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4, AVCHD
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Lumix FZ2500 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix FZ2500 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Eye, Animal
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓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 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
Lumix FZ2500
Pros
- ✓20x 26-520mm equivalent zoom
- ✓Built-in ND filter
- ✓Strong 4K video
- ✓Mic and headphone jacks
Cons
- –Large bridge body
- –1-inch sensor
- –Older AF
Decided which one is right for you?
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DJI Osmo Pocket 4
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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 Lumix FZ2500?
Osmo Pocket 4 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix FZ2500 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and Lumix FZ2500?
Osmo Pocket 4 is 37 MP and Lumix FZ2500 is 20.1 MP, so the Osmo Pocket 4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Osmo Pocket 4 and Lumix FZ2500?
Osmo Pocket 4 uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Lumix FZ2500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Osmo Pocket 4 or the Lumix FZ2500?
Osmo Pocket 4 reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix FZ2500 reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Osmo Pocket 4 and Lumix FZ2500?
Osmo Pocket 4 weighs 190.5 g and Lumix FZ2500 weighs 966 g, so the Osmo Pocket 4 is 776 g lighter.
Do the Osmo Pocket 4 and Lumix FZ2500 record 4K video?
Osmo Pocket 4: 4K up to 60p. Lumix FZ2500: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Osmo Pocket 4 and Lumix FZ2500 weather sealed?
Osmo Pocket 4: No. Lumix FZ2500: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is -1 shots (CIPA) for the Osmo Pocket 4 and 350 shots for the Lumix FZ2500, giving the Lumix FZ2500 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Osmo Pocket 4 launched at $499 and Lumix FZ2500 at $1,199. The Osmo Pocket 4 is $700 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 Panasonic press materials.